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Born April 24, 1918, was legendary football player and executive, Fred Gehrke. Fred was on the Cleveland Rams team that won the NFL CHampionship in 1945. Fred Gehrke went to college and suited up for the Utah Utes and also went on and played in the NFL for the Cleveland / Los Angeles Rams, San Francisco 49ers and Chicago Cardinals from 1940 through 1950. To boost team morale, Gehrke designed and painted the Los Angeles Rams logo in 1948, which was the first painted on the helmets of an NFL team.

Mac Speedie, a name lost to the mists of football history, deserves a moment under the Friday night lights. Born in 1920 in rural Illinois, Speedie overcame a childhood disability to become a dominant wide receiver in the early days of the NFL. His story is of athletic prowess, defying stereotypes, and leaving an indelible mark on the game he loved.

Speedie's early life was shaped by hardship. Struck by Perthes disease, a bone deficiency, he was initially told he might never walk again. However, fueled by an unwavering determination, Speedie recovered and excelled in athletics. He became a star sprinter in high school and at the University of Utah, even showcasing his talents on the basketball court and football field.

Despite doubts about his size and injury history, Speedie was drafted by the Detroit Lions in 1942. However, World War II intervened, and his professional career began not in the Motor City but with the Cleveland Browns of the upstart All-America Football Conference (AAFC).

It was with the Browns that Speedie's legend truly blossomed. Despite playing opposite Otto Graham, one of the greatest quarterbacks ever, Speedie became the AAFC's all-time leader in receptions and receiving yards. His deceptive routes, exceptional catching ability, and surprising speed earned him the nickname "The Flea" and made him a nightmare for opposing defenses.

When the AAFC merged with the NFL in 1950, Speedie proved he could compete against the established stars of the league. He led the Browns to the NFL Championship in 1950 and continued to dominate throughout the decade, earning All-Pro honors on multiple occasions.

Speedie's career ended in 1952 after a knee injury forced him into early retirement. He left behind a legacy of broken records, highlight-reel catches, and a reputation as one of the most complete receivers of his era.

Utah has had quite the century with 10 seasons in the Mountain West Conference and now entering its 10th season in the Pac-12 — so what are the best wins that have shaped Utah into the power it is?

Utah Utes Logo PNG In the early 2010s, rumors spread that the University of Utah was going to phase out its iconic “Drum and Feathers” logo. Yet, as of 2019, the Utah Utes logo featured on the official website has remained the same. Meaning and history The visual identity of the sports teams from the

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Utah Football has come a long way since its inaugural season of 1892, and the Spence and Cleone Eccles Center is a testament to that progress.

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