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While you're enjoying the fireworks, let's celebrate another American icon born on this day: the one...

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FOOTBALL NAME | Little Floyd

"Celebrating Floyd Little Through His 1970 Topps Super Football Card"

Last updated 📅 2025-07-04

While you're enjoying the fireworks, let's celebrate another American icon born on this day: the one and only Floyd Little!

The Topps Super Football Card collection of 1970 brings the image and 1969 season of Floyd Little to life with its vivid image and outstanding stat coverage.

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  • FOOTBALL NAME: Little Floyd
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Step back in time with us as we celebrate a true legend of American football, a man so vital to his team's survival he earned the moniker "The Franchise": Floyd Little. From his iconic No. 44 at Syracuse, following in the footsteps of Jim Brown and Ernie Davis, to his groundbreaking professional career, Little's impact resonated far beyond the stat sheet.
This series will delve into the remarkable journey of the Pro Football Hall of Famer. We'll explore his electrifying college days, his pivotal role in putting the Denver Broncos on the NFL map, and the incredible versatility that made him one of the game's most dynamic threats. Join us as we honor the legacy of a player who literally saved a franchise and became a symbol of dedication and excellence. Find more photos and a Big thanks to the image above courtesy of NFL Past Players - Floyd Little Step back in time with us as we celebrate a true legend of American football, a man so vital to his team's survival he earned the moniker "The Franchise": Floyd Little. From his iconic No...
FOOTBALL NAME | Little Floyd

""The Franchise": Unpacking the Illustrious Career of Floyd Little"

July 4, 1942 - New Haven, Connecticut - Syracuse halfback  Floyd Little was born. This legendary back has a great story as told by the National Football Foundation.
College Career At Syracuse, he is connected with other great Orange legendary runners, Ernie Davis and Jim Brown, as they all wore the special jersey number 44 at the school. It was retired in honor of all three after Little played his last game...