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In 1973, #1 and seven-time National Champion UCLA played #2 NC State in a made for TV event in St. Louis. On that same day, Temple traveled to Knoxville to play Tennessee in what turned out to be one of the worst games played in the 20th century. In 1968, Philadelphia Eagles fans booed Santa Claus and pelted him with snow balls. In 2019, the Raiders played their final home game in Oakland.

A profound exploration of the Green Bay Packers' historic 1929 season unveils a juxtaposition of triumph and unexpected defeat. A mere 96 years prior, the Packers, under the astute leadership of Curly Lambeau, secured their inaugural National Football League championship with an impressive record of 12 wins, no losses, and one tie. Their dominance was underscored by a formidable defense that permi...

Jackies is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . Jackie's Homepage On Sports History Network EPISODE SUMMARY Welcome to Jackies: The Story of George Halas and the 1918 Naval Station Great Lakes Bluejackets , a new serialized podcast from the Sports History Network. Featuring one of the sport’s all-time figures before he made his name with the Chicago Bears,...

In 1980, the Minnesota Vikings pulled off a 'Hail Mary' to beat the Cleveland Browns. In 2023, the Las Vegas Raiders went from famine to feast in a week against the Los Angeles Chargers. In 1997, Marshall's Keith Veney hit 15 three-pointers in a game against Morehead State to set the NCAA record for treys in a game. In 2021, Golden State's Steph Curry passed Ray Allen to become the NBA's three-poi...

Jackies is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . Jackie's Homepage On Sports History Network EPISODE SUMMARY To start the 1918 season, Naval Station Great Lakes Commanding Officer Capt. William Moffett has an undefeated football team to represent his base, but is coming off a bizarre move by firing his coach midseason. As the war in Europe is winding down, a...

Jackies is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . Jackie's Homepage On Sports History Network EPISODE SUMMARY The Naval Station Great Lakes Bluejackets head to Pasadena, California for the Rose Bowl, but as they head west their opponent for the “football championship of the world” is still to be determined. Once the 1919 Rose Bowl concludes and World War I is...

Jackies is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . Jackie's Homepage On Sports History Network EPISODE SUMMARY In 1917, three years into World War I, the United States officially entered the conflict by declaring war on Germany. The U.S. has built up its military for this moment and bases like Naval Station Great Lakes now field athletic teams to include footb...

In 2016, a former Wake Forest player and assistant coach was revealed to be a mole, giving proprietary game info to opposing teams in 2014 and 2016. In 1983, the Detroit Pistons beat the Denver Nuggets 186-184 in 3OTs. It's the highest scoring game in NBA history. In 1971, future NFL Head Coach Andy Reid participated in a televised halftime Punt, Pass, and Kick competition during Monday Night Foot...

The Mixtape: 90s Sports Edition is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . The Mixtape: 90s Sports Edition Home Page THE MIXTAPE BACKGROUND Step into the time machine with hosts Scott and Derek as they dissect the most electrifying decade in sports history. 90s Sports Mixtape is your weekly deep dive into the era that gave us legendary dynasties, iconic athlet...

In 1925, the Pottsville Maroons played and beat a group of Notre Dame All-Stars, featuring the famed 'Four Horsemen.' The Maroons were stripped of their recently won NFL Title, fined, and banished from the league. Music used under a Creative Commons license. Available at Free Music Archive: Lobo Loco - Streetlife

In 1982, Mark Henderson drove his John Deere out onto the turf to clear a spot for New England kicker John Smith to kick the game winning field goal. In 2002, high school phenom LeBron James made his TV debut as ESPN2 broadcast his high school game. In 1978, Boston Celtics player/coach Dave Cowens first fouled out as a player and then was ejected as the coach. In 1965, Chicago Bears rookie Gale Sa...

In 1938, the New York Giants became the first franchise to win multiple championships. In 1977, the Tampa Bay Buccaneerrs won their first ever game. In 1985, the Edmonton Oilers and Chicago Blackhawks combined to score 21 goals. In 1981, Muhammad Ali fought his fight, losing in a decision to Trevor Berbick. In 1951, Joe DiMaggio retired.

In 2002, Michael Jordan playing for the Washington Wizards played against Scottie Pippen and the Portland Trailblazers. In 1971, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar scored 55 and pulled 17 boards in a win against Boston. It was highest point output in a game in his career. In 1971, the New York Mets traded pitcher Nolan Ryan to the California Angels for shortstop Jim Fregosi. In 2002, the Texas Rangers signed Ale...

As the NFL season approaches its climax, the fervor of competition intensifies, revealing the crux of team dynamics and performance metrics. The discussion centers on the pivotal Week 15 games, particularly reflecting on the outcomes of Week 14, with a focus on the Detroit Lions' surprising dominance over the Dallas Cowboys. The hosts, Darren Hayes and Ed Cleese, unravel their predictions and anal...

 Larry Bird pulled out a performance for the ages in Game 5 of the first round of the 1991 NBA Playoffs. He suffered an injury to his face, but still found a way to perform. CREDITS Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher   MUSIC "Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers "Horizons" by Roa   SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK sportshistorynetwork.com sportshis...

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY The Atlanta Falcons joined the NFL as an expansion team in 1966. Like most expansion teams, they struggled during their first five seasons, winning only 16 of 70 games. They recorded their first winning season in 1971, finishing 7–6–1, and followed that with a 7–7 record in 1972. The...

In 2018, the Miami Dolphins pulled off a two-lateral final play to stun the New England Patriots. In 1984, LA Rams running back Eric Dickerson broke OJ Simpson's single season rushing record. In 1934, the 5-foot, 140 pound equipment guy for the New York Giants was the biggest man on the field after finding nine pairs of sneakers. In 2001, Notre Dame hired George O'Leary as their coach. His tenure...

The podcast delves into a significant yet often overlooked aspect of American football history: the introduction of chains as a means of measuring distance on the field. The discussion centers around the Crescent Athletic Club, a pioneering team in the late 19th century that is credited with utilizing chains for the first time to mark the progress of the ball during gameplay. This innovation not o...

In 2013, a huge snow storm blanketed several NFL cities in snow, making for some interesting games. Detroit at Philadelphia, Atlanta Falcons at Green Bay, Kansas City Chiefs at Washington, Miami Dolphins at Pittsburgh, and then the Minnesota Vikings and the Baltimore Ravens played a wild final 2:05. In 1940, the Chicago Bears leveled a good amount of fury against the Washington Redskins with their...

The 2025 College Football Playoff brackets have been officially announced, revealing a landscape fraught with both excitement and controversy. The selection process has stirred considerable debate, particularly regarding the inclusion of certain teams over others, leading us to question the criteria employed for such significant decisions. Specifically, we shall delve into the implications of Indi...

In 1980, the San Francisco 49ers pulled off one of the biggest comebacks in NFL history. In 1935, Washington's Byron Haines scored all the points for both teams in a college football game. In 2006, Steve Nash and the Phoenix Suns duelled with Jason Kidd and the New Jersey Nets in a 2OT thriller. In 1977, Gordie Howe scored career goal #1000 In 1963, instant replay made its debut during a football...

In 1925, the Pottsville Maroons beat the Chicago Cardinals 21-7 to win the unofficial NFL championship. In 1925, Red Grange and the Chicago Bears beat the New York Giants in front of 70,000 at the Polo Grounds. In 1970, the Oakland Raiders beat the New York Jets on a final play miracle. In 1992, San Francisco 49ers WR Jerry Rice caught his 101st TD, passing Steve Largent for most TD receptions. In...

Tonight, it will be the 28th Annual Silent Night Game at Taylor University. The students are silent until the Trojans scores their 10th point. The last two minutes are spent singing 'Silent Night' in unison. In 1974, the Birmingham Americans played the Florida Blazers in the first ... and only World Bowl. The Americans beat the Blazers 22-21. In 1969, the #1 Texas Longhorns played at #2 Arkansas....

In 1977, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost their 26th game in a row to set the current NFL record for consecutive games without a win. In 1971, the Tennessee Volunteers snapped Penn State's 15-game winning streak thanks to Bobby Majors and 6 Nittany Lion turnovers. In 1988, Oklahoma State beat Texas Tech in a shootout in Tokyo. Sanders won the Heisman earlier in the day and then rolled up 257 yards ru...

The 2025 football season is shaping up to be a compelling saga of triumph and unprecedented milestones, particularly within the New England Patriots organization, which has successfully navigated the complexities of a post-Brady era. Their current standing as the number one seed in the American Football Conference is a testament to their resilience and strategic prowess, driven by the remarkable p...