October 17, 1947 –  Detroit, Michigan – Ron Johnson, a University of Michigan running back, came into this world. How good was Ron Johnson? Well, his Michigan teammates voted him as their MVP twice and also selected him as one of their captains for the 1968 season. Mr Johnso was the first African-American in Wolverine

The Violent World of a Pioneer of the Middle Linebacker Born October 4, 1934, in Edna, West Virginia, Robert Lee “Sam” Huff emerged from a coal mining background to become one of the most recognizable and influential defensive players in NFL history. College Career Huff attended West Virginia University (1952–1955), where he was a four-year

The NFL’s Ultimate Backup: Earl Morrall’s Championship Career May 17, 1934, Muskegon, Michigan, U.S., marked the beginning of the life of Earl Morrall, a man whose football career would become a testament to longevity, versatility, and the invaluable role of a veteran backup quarterback. College Career: Morrall was a multi-sport star at Michigan State University,

October 2, 1922 – End Bill Swiacki of Columbia University is born. Swiacki’s education began at Holy Cross, but was interrupted by his service in the armed forces during World War II. He then enrolled at Columbia upon returning home to civilian life. The National Football Foundation notes Bill as the man who brought down

October 31, 1897 – Mansfield, Ohio – Wilbur “Pete” Henry was a 3-year All-American tackle from Washington and Jefferson College. “Fats” was the largest lineman of his era, standing 5-foot-11-inches tall and weighing in at a solid 245 pounds. Pete signed to play with the Canton Bulldogs, coincidentally on the same day that the NFL’s

This is truly a unique post of record NFL oddities that all occurred on the calendar date of September 27, so hang onto your headsets as we dive into this football day! September 27 Football History Headlines September 27, 1942 – In what may be one of the most ironic games in NFL history, the