Sports History Network In 1972, the NFL’s competition committee and the league owners and the television networks all agreed that the game needed more scoring, and more excitement. Their remedy was to move the hash marks on the field closer to the middle of the field. Their hope that by doing this, pro quarterbacks across the league would … Read more
If you were to watch an American football game 150 years ago, you would not recognize many of the rules. Over the course of the past century and a half, we have seen the transformation from a soccerish/rubbyish game to America’s favorite sport. But what caused the evolution of football? There were many micro-changes barely … Read more
There have been many poor-performing teams in NFL history. But the near-impossible question to ask is what is the worst NFL team ever? Some may look to the 2008 Detroit Lions as a prime example of the worst team in NFL history. This is an obvious comparison because the team was the first to go … Read more
The intertwining of gambling and sports in the United States has a rich and complex history. Over the decades, these two industries have grown closer, shaping each other’s evolution. Understanding this relationship is crucial for anyone interested in sports history and the dynamics of modern entertainment. In the early days of American sports, gambling was … Read more
The PFRA was founded on June 22, 1979 in the Hall of Fame in Canton, OH. What a fitting place to build an association dedicated to preserving the same history the Hall of Fame does. Let’s just say football history in America would soon be uncovered like never before. Just like Ralph Hay’s gang, there … Read more