October 14, 1947, Many, Louisiana – Charlie Joiner was born. Charlie was a wide receiver out of Grambling State University, and the Houston Oilers used their fourth-round pick in the AFL-NFL Draft of 1969 to secure the rights of Joiner as a defensive back, according to his bio on profootballhof.com. Charlie played bits here and

The Dynasty Digit: Why Jersey Number 18 Is Synonymous with NFL Royalty In the pantheon of NFL jersey numbers, few carry the immediate weight and sheer star power of No. 18. This isn’t just a number; it’s a testament to dominance, leadership, and record-breaking excellence, overwhelmingly represented by Hall of Fame quarterbacks and elite wide

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

August 5, 1940 – Wilmington, North Carolina The Gentle Giant College Career Roman Gabriel was a two-sport standout at North Carolina State University, where he became one of the most decorated athletes in school history. As a quarterback for the Wolfpack, his physical stature and strong arm set him apart. He was a two-time All-American

September 22, 1898 – Heartley “Hunk” Anderson was a guard from the University of Notre Dame who played from 1918 to 1921.  His freshman season in 1918 is significant to Notre Dame football history, as it was the first under the leadership of Knute Rockne, the team’s head coach. Hunk Anderson blocked for George Gipp