Super Bowl XXI (Broncos vs. Giants): An Ultimate Recount of the Game

Today we have Super Bowl XXI, which was held on January 25, 1987, between the second-time AFC champion Denver Broncos and the first-time NFC champion New York Giants at the beautiful Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, just a short drive up from my former home of Los Angeles. If you’re looking for the full story … Read more

Emmitt Smith: Why Do People Diminish His Accomplishments?

Emmitt Smith could do it all–run, catch, and block. He’s the NFL’s all-time rushing leader and a three-time Super Bowl champion. So why is it that so many people want to diminish his accomplishments? Here’s why. And here’s why I don’t buy it. Let’s begin by taking a look at Emmitt Smiths’ accomplishments. He played … Read more

Joe Savoldi: From NFL Scandal to Super Spy in World War II

Welcome to this episode of “When Football Was Football.” We hope that you enjoy our regular excursions back to the early days of football but don’t forget that the Sports History Network now includes over 20 podcasts related to sports history. We invite you to sample some of these excellent programs at your convenience! Today, … Read more

Super Bowl XX (Patriots vs. Bears): An Ultimate Recount of the Game

Today we have Super Bowl XX, which was held on January 26, 1986, between the first-time AFC champion New England Patriots and the first-time NFC champion Chicago Bears, with the never-ending controversy about why Walter Payton didn’t score a touchdown. If you’re looking for the full story of this 1985 season, pick up my Great Eighties book … Read more