In the early 1950s, NFL defenses employed a five-man front, with the middle guard generally engaging the center. However, while playing against the Philadelphia Eagles in 1954, George noticed a vulnerability in the short passing game. Ignoring his assigned responsibility to hit the center, he instinctively dropped back into coverage. That singular decision not only

Harrison Samuel “Sam” Francis was born on October 26, 1913, in Dunbar, Nebraska. He is celebrated as one of the greatest all-around athletes in Nebraska history, excelling in both football and track & field before becoming the NFL’s first overall draft pick. Francis was a great player; he finished as the runner-up for the Heisman

Bob Steuber (born October 25, 1921, in Wenonah, New Jersey) was a versatile and explosive halfback whose collegiate career shattered records and helped revolutionize offensive football. Bob was a former halfback from Missouri. He set records aplenty at the school, including the most points in a season and a career, as well as the most

The 1933 NFL season stands as a pivotal moment in the history of American football. It was the year the NFL formally broke from college football rules, introduced major innovations, and—most importantly—staged its very first official championship game. This bold move, championed by Commissioner Joe Carr and catalyzed by the sport’s earlier, unconventional playoff attempts,

It was decided that a final game to determine a champion would be played in a special Chicago at Wrigley Field on December 18, 1932. The NFL Title was supposed to be given to the team with the best record. This had been the case for over a decade in the young NFL. The 1932

For many reasons, the 1932 season may have been a low point for the NFL. The Great Depression was in full swing, affecting the revenue of member franchises due to dwindling ticket sales as many people could barely scrape together enough coin to eat, let alone attend a football game. The League dropped to its