The game of American football is filled with strategy, legendary figures, great teams, and amazing events that have created euphoria in fandom. We celebrate the game and its people. Here are some items of interest that capture the spirit of the gridiron.
A Founding Frenzy Three NFL Teams Take Flight on July 12th
Football History | A Founding Frenzy Three NFL Teams Take Flight on July 12th
The 1922 Rose Bowl
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A Founding Frenzy Three NFL Teams Take Flight on July 12th
History buffs and die-hard football fans, rejoice! Today, we delve into a remarkable date in the annals of American football: July 12th. Believe it or not, this seemingly ordinary summer day witnessed the birth of not one, but three future NFL franchises!
Strap yourselves in as we explore the stories behind:
-Portsmouth Spartans/Detroit Lions franchise forms
-Cleveland Indians
-Brooklyn Dodgers
This post promises a fascinating glimpse into the origins of these iconic NFL franchises. Join us as we celebrate their founding day and delve into the events that shaped their legacies!
Plus we have the birthdays of College and Pro Football Hall of Famers included for the day.
Strap yourselves in as we explore the stories behind:
-Portsmouth Spartans/Detroit Lions franchise forms
-Cleveland Indians
-Brooklyn Dodgers
This post promises a fascinating glimpse into the origins of these iconic NFL franchises. Join us as we celebrate their founding day and delve into the events that shaped their legacies!
Plus we have the birthdays of College and Pro Football Hall of Famers included for the day.
Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer
We invite you to take a ride through 1920's sports history in the audio drama that takes the listener through the sounds and legendary events of the era through the eyes of a young newspaper journalist. You will feel like you were there!
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Gridiron Legacy: Pro Football's Missing Origin Story
Author Gregg Ficery tells the story of the beginnings of Pro Football through the pro football career of his Great Grandfather, Bob Shiring
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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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