Best Gridiron America Podcasts (2024)

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Breakdown of Week 1 of the '24 X League Super Season 1:07:03

3h ago1:07:03

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On a late night in Japan, John, Greg and Aaron do a deep dive on the games played in spite of the obstacles faced by a typhoon that brought lightening storms and heavy rain. Gridiron Japan livestreams over at Gridiron Japan Television on YouTube at ⁠⁠⁠www.gridironjapantv.net⁠⁠⁠, on Facebook at ⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/GridironJapan.jp⁠⁠⁠, and soon over …

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The Impact of the 1926 Battle Between the NFL & the Red Grange AFL 48:52

36m ago48:52

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Historian Larry Schmitt when interested in a project dives in head first and thoroughly shakes the old newspapers and programs till he gets some answers. Recently Larry wanted to know more about the impact of the 1926 season of the NFL versus the Red Grange League and he wrote an excellent article on his findings on Big Blue Interactive. Check it o…

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Bulldogs, SIT! Jakim Brock & Gavin Johnson 1:14:37

5h ago1:14:37

1:14:37

Send us a text Tomorrow we hit the road for the season opener away in Seward, Nebraska! Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by senior WUBALL leaders, #3 Jakim Brock and #73 Gavin Johnson. Find out what preparations have been made as we enter the GPAC for our first win on the road of the season, how the culture has changed, how we want to affect …

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Big Blue Rising 1:10:28

38m ago1:10:28

1:10:28

On the eve of week one in X-League play in Japan, Greg and John sit down with Mike Phair, the head coach of IBM Big Blue to talk about his team and the upcoming season. Coach Phair talks about his coaching philosophy and the lessons he learned from coaching in the NFL and CFL. In addition we learn how John almost was a movie star! Gridiron Japan li…

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Gridiron Greats Magazine The Podcast #146 58:44

14h ago58:44

58:44

Gridiron Greats Magazine podcast is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY Joe and I talk about some historical auctions that just happened and a look at the 1958 Topps Football set. GRIDIRON GREATS MAGAZINE BACKGROUND Gridiron Greats covers 150+ years of North American football history and memo…

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A Different Football For Whether A QB Was Left Or Right Handed? 24:31

2d ago24:31

24:31

Footballs come in all shapes and sizes, but are you aware that at one point, they made unique balls for passers who were either left- or right-handed? Timothy P. Brown of Football Archaeology visits us in this episode to share the story of the righty and southpaw editions of the pigskin. If you love the football talk on history and evolution, then …

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Week 0 - Georgia Tech Upsets Florida State 58:33

4h ago58:33

58:33

Georgia Tech upset Florida State in Ireland to kick off the 2024 college football season. Not to fret, Noles fans. Winning out would still put you in the playoff thanks to the expanded field this year. Connect with us online at gridironandthegospel.com Follow us on social media at @gridiron_gospel on Twitter and Instagram…

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1941 A New York Giants Season to Remember 18:02

1d ago18:02

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The Giants entered the 1941 season with high expectations and the war drums sounded in the distance. A seasoned crew of Big Blue assembled for one last run together in the hopes of bringing another NFL title to the Big Apple. The season was memorable for many reasons and we preserve it here. We dedicate this episode, part 29 of our NYG-100 celebrat…

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Jenna for the Win! 1:13:49

9d ago1:13:49

1:13:49

Send us a text This week, join Andy and Troy as they visit with Jenna Quina, Waldorf University Athletic Department Operations Coordinator, Game Day Promotions Manager, and Senior Women's Leader. Jenna is the heart and soul of game day operations at Bolstorff Field AND she's the chief point of contact for the Gridiron Club's Gameday innovations. Je…

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The Results of the 1939 New York Football Giants 15:04

2h ago15:04

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The Giants entered the 1939 season with high expectations. The team was led by the innovative coaching of Steve Owen, who was known for his strategic defensive schemes. The roster featured several key players, including Tuffy Leemans, a dynamic running back whose versatility and skill were pivotal to the team’s success. The season was memorable for…

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The History of America's Oldest Football Field with Guest Timothy Brown 17:46

1h ago17:46

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Today, we're taking you on a journey back in time to the hallowed ground of American football. Imagine a field where the echoes of legendary plays still linger in the air, where the grass has witnessed the birth of gridiron strategies, and where the very soul of the game seems to permeate the soil. Wesleyan's Andrus Field is the oldest football fie…

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Looking ahead to 2024 with Rece Davis 1:04:08

20h ago1:04:08

1:04:08

Rece Davis, host of College GameDay, joins the show to look ahead at the 2024 season. Connect with us online at gridironandthegospel.com Follow us on social media at @gridiron_gospel on Twitter and InstagramBy George Schroeder and Brad Edwards

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Never Before Like This.... 1:17:27

9h ago1:17:27

1:17:27

Send us a Text Message. This week, join Coaches Tyler Chapa and Ethan Aune along with co-hosts Andy Buffington and Troy Thompson discuss the way in which WUBALL is headed. We talk about the team, the contests for first string, the impressive showing by all which is like nothing our coaches have seen. 2024 is going to be special. To add to that, lis…

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They Tried This Football Gadget Play With the Helmet! 20:08

16d ago20:08

20:08

In the rich tapestry of American football, where strategy and athleticism intertwine, there are moments when innovation pushes the boundaries of the game. One such instance is the gadget play known as the "Helmet Toss," a daring maneuver that once captivated audiences with its audacious flair. Introduced in the early days of the college game, the p…

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What's Different in 2024 1:09:47

20h ago1:09:47

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It's the start of Season 2, and the guys highlight all the things that will be different this year including the great conference reshuffling as well as the start of an 8-team playoff. Connect with us online at gridironandthegospel.com Follow us on social media at @gridiron_gospel on Twitter and Instagram…

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The New York Giants 1938 NFL Championship Season 14:08

4d ago14:08

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2024 X-League Preview 56:20

19d ago56:20

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On a night where earthquakes were the topic of discussion all over the local news, Greg and John take a time out and focus on the upcoming X-League season, starting with the top three teams- Fujitsu, Obic and Panasonic. Gridiron Japan livestreams over at Gridiron Japan Television on YouTube at ⁠www.gridironjapantv.net⁠, on Facebook at ⁠www.facebook…

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Get to Know the GPAC Finale: WALDORF UNIVERSITY! 1:22:25

25d ago1:22:25

1:22:25

Send us a text It's the conclusion of our summer "Get to Know the GPAC" series and we saved THE BEST FOR LAST: our very own beloved Waldorf University! See what Andy, Coach Chapa and Troy have to say about our fine university, the unique little city in which it resides, the mutual history, stories and sideswipes from our WarriorGPT research! AND...…

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Gridiron Greats Magazine The Podcast #145 1:00:55

7d ago1:00:55

1:00:55

Gridiron Greats Magazine podcast is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY Episode summary goes here.... GRIDIRON GREATS MAGAZINE BACKGROUND Gridiron Greats covers 140+ years of North American football history and memorabilia. It was founded in 2002 and published by Franklin Rose who then turned…

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The Opening of Harvard Stadium and a New Type of Football Venue 17:22

7d ago17:22

17:22

In a time when football was a brutal, almost barbaric spectacle, a new era dawned. A place where the game would be redefined, where legends would be born. Harvard Stadium was constructed to last, and it changed the field venues and stadium designs that had been around prior. Timothy Brown of FootballArchaeology.com joins us to share the history of …

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Ward Cuff New York Giants Legend 9:15

17d ago9:15

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In the annals of New York Giants football, few names command as much respect and admiration as Ward Cuff. A titan of his era, Cuff was more than just a player; he was a legend. Join us as we delve into the extraordinary life and career of this gridiron great. From his humble beginnings to his iconic moments on the field, we'll uncover the story of …

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Exploring the Years of Ultimate Futility 9:12

9d ago9:12

9:12

Pro Football in the 1970s is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear. JOE ZAGORSKI'S BOOKS ON AMAZON The NFL in the 1970s: Pro Football's Most Important Decade The Year the Packers Came Back: The 1972 Resurgence America's Trailblazing Middle Linebacker: The Story of NFL Hall of Famer Willie Lanier …

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Get to Know the GPAC: Dordt University 1:03:34

1M ago1:03:34

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Send us a text This week - as Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa wrap up the other teams in the GPAC; we learn about Dordt University - the school which appropriately wraps up our opponent series as they sound like the way one would mispronounce the end of our fair alma mater! Troy sees stars from laughter on this one as the boys peruse the Dordt roster an…

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Battle of the Bulldogs - When Georgia Played Yale with Timothy Brown 14:34

1M ago14:34

14:34

What if the biggest rivalry in college football wasn't Alabama vs. Ohio State? What if it was Yale vs. Georgia? Timothy Brown of Football Archaeology takes us back a century when these two programs were on par on the gridiron, and it was a Bulldog v. Bulldog matchup. Join us at the Pigskin Dispatch website and the Sports Jersey Dispatch to see even…

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How Good Was New York Giant's Championship QB Ed Danowski? 8:14

29d ago8:14

8:14

Ed Danowski, a name often overlooked in the annals of football history, was pivotal in shaping the quarterback position. His tenure with the New York Giants during the 1930s was marked by exceptional skill and leadership that continues to inspire football enthusiasts. Join us at the Pigskin Dispatch website and the Sports Jersey Dispatch to see eve…

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Get to Know the GPAC: Morningside University 59:41

1M ago59:41

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Send us a text This week, Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa discuss Morningside University in Sioux City, Iowa. Now, just because we've already discussed Sioux City doesn't mean we've learned everything about the town or it's unique refrigeration techniques when it comes to boxcars which leads into a whole sidebar conversation about America's hobos. And w…

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Which International Gridiron League is the Best? 1:37:06

1M ago1:37:06

1:37:06

Summer break is over for the Gridiron Japan podcast hosts as Greg and John welcome back quarterback Aaron Ellis, of Japan's X-League's Dentsu Caterpillars, to talk about his experiences in playing in Japan, Europe, and Mexico. He compares the X-League with the European League of Football and Mexico's Liga-de Fútbol Americano, where has played, and …

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Which International Gridiron League is the Best? 1:37:31

1M ago1:37:31

1:37:31

From the 55 Yardline is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY Our Greg St. James is also the host of the Gridiron Japan podcast, and sits down with his cohost, John Gunning, of Inside Sport Japan, to chat with quarterback Aaron Ellis, of Japan's X-League's Dentsu Caterpillars, to talk about his…

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Which International Gridiron League is the Best? 1:37:31

1M ago1:37:31

1:37:31

From the 55 Yardline is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY Our Greg St. James is also the host of the Gridiron Japan podcast, and sits down with his cohost, John Gunning, of Inside Sport Japan, to chat with quarterback Aaron Ellis, of Japan's X-League's Dentsu Caterpillars, to talk about his…

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Which International Gridiron League is the Best? 1:37:31

1M ago1:37:31

1:37:31

From the 55 Yardline is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY Our Greg St. James is also the host of the Gridiron Japan podcast, and sits down with his cohost, John Gunning, of Inside Sport Japan, to chat with quarterback Aaron Ellis, of Japan's X-League's Dentsu Caterpillars, to talk about his…

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Which International Gridiron League is the Best? 1:37:31

1M ago1:37:31

1:37:31

From the 55 Yardline is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY Our Greg St. James is also the host of the Gridiron Japan podcast, and sits down with his cohost, John Gunning, of Inside Sport Japan, to chat with quarterback Aaron Ellis, of Japan's X-League's Dentsu Caterpillars, to talk about his…

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Gridiron Greats Magazine The Podcast #144 57:25

1M ago57:25

57:25

Gridiron Greats Magazine podcast is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY With Special Gues Co-Host John Spano and USFL Author Keith Woods GRIDIRON GREATS MAGAZINE BACKGROUND Gridiron Greats covers 140+ years of North American football history and memorabilia. It was founded in 2002 and publish…

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Unveiling the History of the Ready for Play in American Football with Timothy Brown 18:55

22d ago18:55

18:55

Calling all football fanatics! This episode tackles a fascinating topic: the history behind the referee's signal indicating a football is ready for play. We're thrilled to have Gridiron historian and Author Tim Brown join us as he shares his insights and experiences in the field. Together, we'll delve into the evolution of the "ready for play" sign…

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The "Tuff" Versatile Player of the New York Giants - Tuffy Leemans 13:45

1M ago13:45

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Tuffy Leemans - sure, the name might conjure up images of a giant lineman, but this New York Giants legend packed a punch in a smaller package. Today on the podcast, we're going behind the helmet of Tuffy Leemans, exploring his rise from Nebraska to the NFL and his lasting impact on Big Blue. Forget the stereotypes; fullback Tuffy Leemans was a for…

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Get to Know the GPAC: Dakota Wesleyan 1:11:15

2M ago1:11:15

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Send us a text This week Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa dive into the history of Dakota Wesleyan University. Whether it's John's rules for singing, the Corn Palace to "the one thing that's beautiful about golf" we're sure there's a Charlie Daniels song for you....so let's drop our flax and head out to Mitchell, SD! To register for our golf tournament e…

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The Football History of Sidelines and Eligible Pass Catchers with Timothy Brown 14:59

29d ago14:59

14:59

Welcome to another exciting Tuesday where we get to go back in time and talk about an aspect of football history that may not be mainstream but is definitely worth the listen and education that we're going to get with Timothy Brown of FootballArcheology.com. This week, Tim tells us about the evolution of the sideline rules and of eligible receivers…

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The Story Of The 1934 NFL Championship Sneakers Game 11:15

2M ago11:15

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"The Sneakers game" is what this National Football League Championship game has been fondly branded as. This was a rematch of the two teams that played in the 1933 League Championship contest, the Chicago Bears and the New York Giants. Join us at the Pigskin Dispatch website and the Sports Jersey Dispatch to see even more Positive football news! Si…

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From the 55 Yardline is Back on the Air! 1:06:09

1M ago1:06:09

1:06:09

From the 55 Yard Line is part of the ⁠Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear⁠. EPISODE SUMMARY Greg, now back from America and settled back in over in Japan, dusts off the controls in the studio, and gathers the crew to talk about what has been happening in the WNBA, NWSL, CFL and the other leagues, including the UFL, since…

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From the 55 Yardline is Back on the Air! 1:06:09

2M ago1:06:09

1:06:09

From the 55 Yard Line is part of the ⁠Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear⁠. EPISODE SUMMARY Greg, now back from America and settled back in over in Japan, dusts off the controls in the studio, and gathers the crew to talk about what has been happening in the WNBA, NWSL, CFL and the other leagues, including the UFL, since…

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From the 55 Yardline is Back on the Air! 1:06:09

1M ago1:06:09

1:06:09

From the 55 Yard Line is part of the ⁠Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear⁠. EPISODE SUMMARY Greg, now back from America and settled back in over in Japan, dusts off the controls in the studio, and gathers the crew to talk about what has been happening in the WNBA, NWSL, CFL and the other leagues, including the UFL, since…

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From the 55 Yardline is Back on the Air 1:06:09

1M ago1:06:09

1:06:09

From the 55 Yard Line is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY Greg, now back from America and settled back in over in Japan, dusts off the controls in the studio, and gathers the crew to talk about what has been happening in the WNBA, NWSL, CFL and the other leagues, including the UFL, since l…

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Get to Know the GPAC: Briar Cliff University 1:18:59

2M ago1:18:59

1:18:59

Send us a text This week, the boys discuss Briar Cliff University and they may cross a line or two... Find out why Meriwether Lewis got shot in the butt...learn about the biggest star from Sioux City and the Love Boat (and if your stick around you may get in on a little modern day parody of that...) also this: "Ward, you were a little hard on the B…

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What NFL Division Has Won the Most Super Bowls? 20:25

2M ago20:25

20:25

Which NFL division boasts the most Lombardi trophies? We reveal the champions of the Super Bowl stage and dive into the fierce rivalries that forged this dynasty. From legendary quarterbacks to unforgettable playoff battles, this video explores the rich history and dominance of the division that's consistently sent teams to the big game. Who are th…

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Dick LeBeau Speaks on His "Legendary" Football Career 43:22

2M ago43:22

43:22

Former Lions legend and Steelers Coaching icon Dick LeBeau joins us for a one-on-one interview in the PigPen! This isn't just any conversation - Coach LeBeau dives deep into his incredible career, from his days as a shutdown cornerback to his legendary coaching tenure, including his two Super Bowl victories with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Coach is pr…

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Evolution of the Football Down Marker with Timothy Brown 22:46

2M ago22:46

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Have you ever stopped to think about the iconic flip-down markers used to signal first downs in football? Today on the podcast, we delve into the fascinating history of this sideline staple with special guest historian Timothy Brown! Tim's original Tidbit that is the center of this discussion can be found at: Col. Roy C. Baker And The Flip-Style Do…

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Big Blue and the 1933 Season - NYG-100 Part 21 16:38

2M ago16:38

16:38

Jump back in time with us and relive the exciting New York Giants' 1933 season! This year was a pivotal point for both the Giants and the NFL. We'll delve into: The key acquisitions that fueled the Giants' turnaround, including quarterback Harry Newman's record-breaking performance. The team's dominant run, including a record-setting blowout victor…

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Get To Know The GPAC: Northwestern College 1:02:03

2M ago1:02:03

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Send us a text This week, Coach Chapa, Andy and Troy discuss Northwestern College from Orange City, IA. Find out what the deal is with the Dutch story behind Northwestern, learn a little bit about the community of Orange City, some unexpected conspiracy theories, and a whole lot of unnecessary sidebar conversations as we learn about the Red Raiders…

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What Offense From the 1970s Would Best Fit In With Today’s Offenses? 8:58

1M ago8:58

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Pro Football in the 1970s is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear. JOE ZAGORSKI'S BOOKS ON AMAZON The NFL in the 1970s: Pro Football's Most Important Decade The Year the Packers Came Back: The 1972 Resurgence America's Trailblazing Middle Linebacker: The Story of NFL Hall of Famer Willie Lanier …

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The Top Players of the NFL's Single Platoon Era -with Author Chris Willis 34:50

2M ago34:50

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The 1st 25 years of the #nfl were filled with single-platoon football, where players played on both sides of the ball, seldom, if ever, leaving the game. Historian Chris Willis has written a book ranking the top 100 of the stars from this almost forgotten era of the pro gridiron and joins us to talk about "The NFL's 60-Minute Men." You can order a …

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The Football Archaeology of Paper Cups 18:38

2M ago18:38

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Ever wondered when paper cups became a staple on the sidelines of American football games? The answer, like most things in football history, is far more interesting than you might think. Today, we're joined by Timothy Brown, the Indiana Jones of pigskin history, to explore the forgotten tale of paper cups on the gridiron. We'll delve into their sur…

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