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Who was the MOST DOMINANT team in Pro Football History? We have the answer in the latest Pigskin Dispatch book

The World's Greatest Pro Gridiron Team

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Delve into the gridiron greats and the game's gripping history with this collection of American football books. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a curious newcomer, these volumes offer something for everyone. Explore the biographies of legendary players, coaches, and dynasties. Dive into the strategies and tactics that have shaped the game over the decades. Uncover the cultural impact of football, from its social commentary to its larger-than-life personalities. With in-depth analysis, gripping narratives, and captivating photographs, this collection promises to take you on a fascinating journey through the world of American football.

Here we proudly share the pieces of gridiron history that we had the honor to tell the tales of in the written word of a book. There is no better or more longstanding tribute to the athletic heroes of the past than to have their feats recorded for future generations than in paper bound manuscripts. Here is our own brew.


The Best American Football Team Ever Assembled

In the early days of professional football, the Franklin All-Stars were a force to be reckoned with. In 1903, they went undefeated and unscored upon, winning... — www.youtube.com

Who was the most dominant team in Pro Football history? The popular choices range from the 1972 Miami Dolphins and the 1948 Cleveland Browns, both undefeated champions of their respective leagues. Other selections might be Lombardi’s Packers or even the ‘85 Chicago Bears. All of these are excellent candidates, but what if there was a team in mainstream professional football that excelled beyond any of those mentioned above?

This book tells the story of a wealthy Pennsylvania town and the legendary mercenary players who carried out the mission to make Franklin the World’s Greatest Gridiron Team.

Back at the turn of the last century, there was a team assembled that did just that: dominated every opponent. The 1903 Franklin All-Stars were as close to perfection as the game will ever see in a pro team for an entire season.

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Amazon.com: The World’s Greatest Pro Gridiron Team: The 1903 Franklin All-Stars eBook : Hayes, Darin: Kindle Store — www.amazon.com

You can get your own copy of the World's Greatest Pro Gridiron Team: The 1903 Franklin All-Stars here on Amazon.

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It is an amazing story that is founded on the business of Big Oil at the turn of the last century and the top football team that was produced as a result of the rivalry of civic pride between two neighboring towns.

The Last Word on Greatest Pro Football Team Ever Came From Franklin

Some people in the Venango County community of Franklin may believe that the Pittsburgh Steelers had the greatest professional football team ever back in the... — www.youtube.com

A local Erie television group Erie News Now ran a piece based on the book World's Greatest Pro Gridiron Team: The 1903 Franklin All-Stars and the team's place in football history.

It was quite an honor to have the team celebrated in the community where it played over 120 years ago. This aired two days before Super Bowl LVIII to celebrate pro championship football.

Excellent job by TV journalist John Last, a Franklin native, and the entire ENN crew.

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The Packaged Tourist Dives into the Pages of the Worlds Greatest Pro Gridiron

Listen to this episode from The Packaged Tourist Show on Spotify. My guest is Darin Hayes. Darin is the producer and host of his magnificent podcast “Pigskin Dispatch”. I have been honored to appear as a guest on his show numerous and tonight I finally get to repay the numerous favors he has shown by having him appear as a guest on my show.   Darin has lived in Western Pennsylvania all his life. He has loved football, first as a player in high school then as an official for 25 years and now — open.spotify.com

Podcast, author, and Sports Historian Host Matthew DiBiase sat down with Darin Hayes to go deep into the World's Greatest Pro Gridiron Team and their fantastic season of 1903.

The Packaged Tourist, hosted by archivist and historian Matthew DiBiase, offers a diverse and engaging exploration of various topics ranging from arts and sports history to American and world history. Here's a summary of the podcast's key characteristics:

Content:

Wide range of themes: The podcast delves into diverse subjects, showcasing DiBiase's broad knowledge and interests. Episodes feature discussions on historical events, sports figures, literary figures, artists, and current socio-political issues.
Informative and thought-provoking: The host presents well-researched information and encourages critical thinking through interviews with experts, analysis of historical events, and discussions of modern topics.
Engaging format: DiBiase adopts a conversational style, making the podcast accessible and enjoyable for listeners with varied interests. He often incorporates humor and personal anecdotes to enhance the discussion.

Sports Forgotten Heroes Talks 1903 Franklin Team with Darin Hayes

There have been many dominant defenses in the @NFL . The Steel Curtain of the @steelers in the mid-70s. The Doomsday Defense of the @DallasCowboys also of t... — www.youtube.com

The Forgotten Heroes in this episode of the podcast classic are the Franklin, Pennsylvania, Players of the 1903 team.

Warren Rogan, host of the Sports Forgotten Heroes Podcast, interviews Author Darin Hayes about his book The World's Greatest Pro Gridiron Team: The 1903 Franklin All-Stars.

The Sports Time Traveler Goes Back to the 1903 Franklin All-Stars

Experiencing great moments in sports from the past as if it were happening now. Click to read The Sports Time Traveler™, by Len Ferman, a Substack publication with hundreds of subscribers. — lenferman.substack.com

Host Len Ferman goes back in time to newspapers of 1903 to take a look at the 1903 Franklin All-Stars.

Len travels back to New York City, 120 years ago, where, inside Madison Square Garden, was the football championship of the world, or so the promoters fashioned it to be.

The combatants were the football teams from Franklin and Watertown.

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Bears versus Cardinals: The NFL's Oldest Rivalry
Author Joe Ziemba the master historian of football in Chicago has released another beauty. It is titled Bears versus Cardinals: The NFL's Oldest Rivalry. _________________________

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