Ken Norton: “The Jawbreakers” Career Overview

Ken Norton was born on August 9, 1943, in Morgan County, Illinois. He excelled in football and track & field at Jacksonville High School, made the All-State team, and attended Northeast Missouri State University on a football scholarship. He studied education and considered teaching, but he ultimately joined the Marine Corps. While in the Marine … Read more

Monday Night Football Early Years (1985 – 1991)

Before we jump into Monday Night Football from 1985 thru 19991, if you haven’t checked it out yet, we recommend reading the articles covering 70′-73′, 74′-78′, and 79′-84′ first. You can also listen to Mark and Dave on Yesterday’s Sports reliving MNF throughout the years.  Below is part 1 of the conversation. LISTEN ON YOUR … Read more

Monday Night Football Early Years (1979 – 1984)

Before we jump into Monday Night Football from 1979 thru 1984, if you haven’t checked it out yet, we recommend reading the articles covering 70′-73′ and 74′-78′ first. You can also listen to Mark and Dave on Yesterday’s Sports reliving MNF throughout the years.  Below is part 1 of the conversation. LISTEN ON YOUR PODCAST … Read more