September 18, 2013

1965: Namath Sees First Pro Action, But Chiefs Hold Off Jets

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The American Football League’s New York Jets were coming off a 5-8-1 record in 1964 and slowly but steadily improving under the guidanc...
September 17, 2013

1967: Unitas Passes for 401 Yards as Colts Defeat Upstart Falcons

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On September 17, 1967 the Atlanta Falcons traveled to Baltimore to begin their second season against the Colts. Coach Norb Hecker’s Fal...
September 16, 2013

MVP Profile: Warren Sapp, 1999

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Defensive Tackle, Tampa Bay Buccaneers Age:  27 (Dec. 19) 5 th season in pro football & with Buccaneers College: Miami (...
September 15, 2013

1963: Steelers Rally But Missed Extra Points Cause Tie with Eagles

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The Pittsburgh Steelers started off their 1963 NFL season against the cross-state rival Eagles in Philadelphia on September 15. Coming ...
September 14, 2013

2003: Jamal Lewis Runs for 295 Yards as Ravens Beat Browns

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The Baltimore Ravens were 0-1, having lost badly at Pittsburgh in Week 1, as they hosted the Cleveland Browns on September 14, 2003. He...
September 13, 2013

Rookie of the Year: Mike Anderson, 2000

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Running Back, Denver Broncos Age: 27 (Sept. 21) College: Utah Height: 6’0”   Weight: 235 Prelude: Anderson took an unu...
September 12, 2013

1976: Late Rally Propels Raiders Over Steelers

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Two of the strongest teams in the NFL’s American Football Conference faced off in a season-opening game on September 12, 1976. The Oakl...