September 9, 2016

Highlighted Year: Rick Donnelly, 1985

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Punter, Atlanta Falcons Age: 23 1 st season in pro football College: Wyoming Height: 6’0”    Weight: 184 Prelude : Donn...
September 8, 2016

2002: Morton’s Kickoff Returns Propel Jets to Overtime Win Over Bills

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The overhauled New York Jets faced rivals from the AFC East, the Buffalo Bills, in a Week 1 contest on September 8, 2002. The Jets had go...
September 7, 2016

Highlighted Year: Lindon Crow, 1956

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Defensive Halfback, Chicago Cardinals Age: 23 2 nd season in pro football & with Cardinals College: Southern California H...
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...