September 6, 2016

1998: Hearst’s 96-Yard Run in OT Propels 49ers Over Jets

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The season-opening NFL game in San Francisco on September 6, 1998 featured the 49ers, a perennial contender, hosting the New York Jets, a...
September 5, 2016

Highlighted Year: John Corker, 1983

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Linebacker, Michigan Panthers Age: 24 4 th season in pro football, 1 st in USFL & with Panthers College: Oklahoma State ...
September 4, 2016

1994: Marino Passes for 473 Yards & 5 TDs as Dolphins Defeat Patriots

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The Miami Dolphins had QB Dan Marino (pictured above) back behind center as they hosted the New England Patriots in a season-opening game...
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September 3, 2016

1978: Dusek Fumble Return Lifts Redskins Past Patriots

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The Washington Redskins were under new leadership and facing long odds (they were 9.5-point underdogs) as they faced the New England Patr...
September 2, 2016

Highlighted Year: Charlie O’Rourke, 1946

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Quarterback/Defensive Back, Los Angeles Dons Age: 29 2 nd season in pro football, 1 st in AAFC & with Dons College: Boston C...
September 1, 2016

1996: Bills Rally to Force Tie, Defeat Giants in Overtime

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The Buffalo Bills were highly-regarded favorites as they faced the New York Giants in a season-opening game on September 1, 1996. Coached...
August 31, 2016

Highlighted Year: Pat Haden, 1975

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Quarterback, Southern California Sun Age: 22 1 st season in pro football College: Southern California Height: 5’11” Weight: 18...
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