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The Football Archaeology of a 1925 Game Remembered for 33 Fumbles and Bad Weather
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Timothy P. Brown at FootballArchaeology.com found a late fall Western (later to be called the Big Ten) Conference game back in 1925 with poor weather ...
NDN All-Stars Podcast - Teton Saltes
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
NDN All-Stars is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode of the NDN All-Stars Podca...
The 1935 College Football Season: Football History Rewind Part 76
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about the history of College Football in 1935. The Football History Rewind Series Part 76, goes through the big games, the st...
Iron Tigers with author David Neil Drews
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Football Is Family is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sports' Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYToday we talk to autho...
Exodus from Oakland
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The city of Oakland California has a special and unique place in sports history. The town that is in the shadow of the more popular and affluent San F...
Craig Schmucker: TBQ Sports and Former Semi-Pro/Arena League Fullback
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fantasy Football Origin Stories is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this 17th ep...
Episode 153 - George Marcus, Teenage Imposter
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the early 1950s, there was a player named George Marcus who was averaging 50 points per game in a lower-level professional basketball league. He...
1980- The Fourth "World's Strongest Man Competition"
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARY1980 would mark the fourth annual Wor...
Dr. Tony Collins & Timothy P. Brown Join us in a Discussion of Rugby Football's Relationship With American Football
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Tony Collins Is one of the most revered experts and historians in the disciplines of football globally, especially in the different types of Rugby...
Derek Crawford Has A Pittsburgh Pro Football Memorabilia Collection with Items Connected to Art Rooney Before Joining the NFL
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Vintage Football Collector Derek Crawford about his amazing Pittsburgh Professional Football Memorabilia collection that...
SHN Presents: The Official Football Learning Academy Podcast - SHN Trailers
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Official Football Learning Podcast is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.HIGHLIGHTED SHOW - FOO...
SHN Presents: The Official Football Learning Academy Podcast
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Official Football Learning Podcast is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.HIGHLIGHTED SHOW - FOOTBALL...
The 1999 Pittsburgh Steelers Remembered with Guest Harv Aronson
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Harv Aronson joins us to discuss an interesting yet disappointing season for Pittsburgh but yet one so full of hope and building to a brighter future....
Derrick Henry's Run to Greatness
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Football Is Family is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sports' Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYHow often do you actua...
Bradley Stalder - FantasyData, Fantasy Football Fanalysts Podcast, BestBell Fantasy, and More
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fantasy Football Origin Stories is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this 16th e...
The 1899 Sewanee Team is Discussed with Author David Neil Drews in His Amazing Book Iron Tigers
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we have Author David Neil Drews joins us in the Pigpen to discuss his latest book Iron Tigers, and the history of the ...
Episode 152 - Al Spalding
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Al Spalding was a professional baseball player, but his impact on basketball was tremendous. He was the founder of the Spalding Sporting Goods Comp...
1979 - The Third "World's Strongest Man" Competition
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYSo far, we've covered the first and s...
What Was Football Like Before Pass Interference? Timothy P. Brown Has The Answer
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered what the game of football was like downfield before the creating of pass interference? If so, you are in luck, because Tim...
Remembering the Greatest Individual Defensive Performance in NFL Playoff History
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pro Football in the 1970s is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYThe 1979 AFC Pl...
The History of the Minneapolis Marines & More in Mill City Scrum with Author R.C. Christiansen
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author R.C. Christiansen has released another outstanding book looking at early professional football in his latest book Mill City Scrum. We learn abo...
Spring Season Wrap Up
01 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining BJ, John and Greg in this episode is Dentsu Caterpillar QB, Aaron Ellis. The guys spend time reviewing the scores of the final games of the Sp...
NDN All-Stars Podcast - Arigon Starr
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
NDN All-Stars is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode, we continue our discussio...
Remembering the Playing Days of Slash: Kordell Stewart
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Back in the 1990s we had a very talented and polarizing player on the Steelers who was the talk of the League. Kordell Stewart and his caree...
Tom Goedde (SimWin Sports and Architect of major brands, such as EA Madden and Draftkings)
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fantasy Football Origin Stories is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this 15th ep...
Episode 151 - When Michael Jordan Forgot His Sneakers
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Panic ensued in the locker room. Team USA was about to take the court for the Gold Medal Game of the 1984 Olympics, and Michael Jordan had just realiz...
Great Teams of the 1970s Series (Pittsburgh Steelers)
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYWith a long history of losing and a 1...
The Football Archaeology of a Season Without a Senior Class? Timothy P Brown explains
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tim Brown of Football Archaeology takes us to an odd setting where there were very few Seniors in a football season. Here is more on the story of Livi...
The History of the 1934 NFL Season: Football History Rewind Part 75
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about the history of Professional Football in 1934. The Football History Rewind Series Part 75, goes through the rules revisi...
The Official Football Learning Academy Podcast
25 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Official FLA Podcast is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYJoin us to learn about The...
Episode #103: Let the Offseason Fun Begin!
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
NETWORK SPONSORSRow One - the vintage shop for sports history fans!The Stanley Cup Final is over but the offseason fun has just begun! In this ep...
Alex Korff (Peaked In High Skool and Draftsharks Product Manager)
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fantasy Football Origin Stories is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this 14th ep...
The Greatest Pro Hockey Coaches in History with Author Matthew DiBiase
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author and passionate historian Matthew DiBiase joins us once again to talk about hockey history and the most outstanding pro coaches in his...
Episode 150 - Nat "Sweetwater" Clifton
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nat Clifton was the first black player to sign an NBA contract in league history. He was a 28-year-old rookie, but he had already played five years...
Great Teams of the 1970s Series (Dallas Cowboys)
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYThe 1970s Dallas Cowboys, an iconic e...
The Football Archaeology of the Tennessee Sidesaddle QB Formation with Timothy P. Brown
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Football Archaeology founder Timothy P. Brown and a recent Tidbit he wrote that examines an extremely odd offensive form...
Gridiron Greats The Podcast Episode #131
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Gridiron Greats Magazine Publisher and Editor Bob Swick along with his co-host Joe Squires for the all new 2023 podcast of Gridiron Greats Magazi...
The 1943 Phil-Pitt "Steagles" Football Team
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On June 19, 1943 the National Football League declared that the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Philadelphia Eagles would combine into...
Traci Sorrell on "Contenders", Baseball History, and Native Representation
17 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
NDN All-Stars is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.NDN All-Stars Podcast - Season 01, Episode 05 - Author Tr...
1982-83 Philadelphia 76ers
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYThe 1982-83 76ers are on...
1972-73 Knicks
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARY50 years after the last ...
PodVader (Architect of ESPN Podcasts)
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fantasy Football Origin Stories is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this 13th ep...
The 1934 College Football History: Football History Rewind Part 74
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about the history of College Football in 1934. The Football History Rewind Series Part 74 goes through the rules revisions, t...
Gridiron Greats The Podcast Episode #130
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Gridiron Greats Magazine Publisher and Editor Bob Swick along with his co-host Joe Squires for the all new 2023 podcast of Gridiron Greats Magazi...
Episode 149 - Spud Webb: Dunk Champion
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nobody expected to see Spud Webb's name in the 1986 NBA Dunk Contest. He was only 5'6, the shortest player in NBA history at the time. But in the s...
Great Teams of the 1970s Series (Miami Dolphins)
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYThis episode provides a detailed chro...
The Football Archaeology of the Winged Helmet with Timothy P Brown
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Timothy P. Brown of Football Archaeology shares his research and a keen eye for unique helmet designs. This episode focuses on the "winged" helmet des...
Edward "Butch" O'Hare: Capone, Cardinals, and a Chicago Legacy
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When Football Is Football is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYThe episode recounts the story...
The 1957 Pittsburgh Steelers' History: An Audio Documentary
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are exciting stories scattered throughout NFL history, and sometimes they come from the most unique places. The 1957 Steelers finished at 6-6, i...
Gary's Gumballs
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Football Is Family is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sports' Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYWe talk to Gary from @...
The Legend of Paul Brown: An Audio Documentary on the Great Coach
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As pointed out in past posts, a handful of people stand out for their overwhelming contributions to the game that have made American Football one of t...
Jim Coventry (Fantasy Analyst at RotoWire and SiriusXM Host)
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fantasy Football Origin Stories is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this 12th ep...
Episode 148 - Larry Bird Was a Hoosier?
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Most Larry Bird fans know that he played his college basketball at Indiana State University -- but few know that actually spent a few weeks at Indi...
Great NFL Teams of the 1970s Series (Oakland Raiders)
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYExplore the decade-long journey of th...
When Did the Game of American Football Begin? Our Guest Timothy Brown Gives Us the Archaeology on this Question.
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Timothy P. Brown of Football Archaeology shares his research and knowledge of when the game of American football came to be. Here is Tim's o...
Super Bowl XXII: The Second Quarter
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time for… Lombardi Memories! A show that takes you back in time, into January or February, to the greatest one-day spectacle in all of sports...
Great Rookie Running Back Season During the 1970s
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pro Football in the 1970s is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYDuring the 1970...
2023 NBA Finals Special Edition: Heat vs Nuggets - A Historical Perspective
04 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After a long and grueling NBA postseason, the two teams that remain standing are the Denver Nuggets and the Miami Heat. The Nuggets, a hold over from ...
The Legend of Louis Lipps: A Great Pittsburgh Steeler Player
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We love to take time and remember players that made a difference. It is great when that player is one that many of us witnessed playing. Today's subje...
Super Bowl X: The Final Drive
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time for… Lombardi Memories! A show that takes you back in time, into January or February, to the greatest one-day spectacle in all of sports...
The Pivotal 1933 NFL Season of Change: Football History Rewind Part 73
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our year-by-year look at the history of American football takes us to the 1933 College Football season. We dive into that season's top teams and rules...
Bill Curry
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Football Is Family is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sports' Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYDespite technical diff...
FANDRAFT (Online Drafting Tool For In-Person Drafts) w/ Founder Randy Leslein
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fantasy Football Origin Stories is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this 11th ep...
Discussing "The Dutchman and Portland's Finest Rose" with Norm Van Brocklin's Daughter Karen Vanderyt
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are honored as our guest today is author Karen Vanderyt, the daughter of Norm Van Brocklin and Gloria Schiewe. Karen joins us to tal...
The Blue Men Group
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The guys return this week, and after about an hour of candid blue conversation, in the second hour they hit the record button and talk about the lates...
Episode 147 - When Heinsohn Beat Russell
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In 1957, Bill Russell and Tommy Heinsohn were rookies together on the Boston Celtics. They were both excellent players, but it was obvious to every...
Great NFL Teams of the 1970s Series (Minnesota Vikings)
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYDelve into the dynamic decade of the ...
Jon and George chat with former Detroit Lions Head Coach Wayne Fontes
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Official PFRA Podcast is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.LINKSThe Official PFRA Podcast WebsiteTh...
The Football Archaeology of Early Lawn Care on the Gridiron with Timothy P. Brown
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Long before the modern surfaces and machines we see football played on today, grass fields were the only surface that mattered. Have you ever consider...
Episode #102 Injured Reserve Hits the Studio
27 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Marty's is back as one of the crew members makes his way off of injured reserve! 🚨 The boys discuss the conference finals.🚨 Can Dallas realistic...
Announcement
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Lombardi Memories! I’m your host, Tommy A. Phillips. You may be wondering, why haven’t I updated this podcast with Super Bowls LI ...
The Rose Bowl
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
New Year’s Day, 1925. The Rose Bowl: As the capper to the college football season, it’s the Big One, the kingmaker, the Grandaddy of Them All. By ...
The Founders of the Paper Football League Join Us to Talk About this New Exciting Concept
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Head Flickers of the Paper Football League, Glen Patrick, and Pam Brant, join us to tell all about the PFL, taking paper football to an ...
The 1933 College Football Season History: Football History Rewind Part 72
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our year-by-year look at the history of American football takes us to the 1933 College Football season. We dive into the top teams and rules revisions...
Walk Around The Warren Moon
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Football Is Family is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sports' Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYToday we talk about th...
Jake From Jake's Fantasy Football
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fantasy Football Origin Stories is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this 10th ep...
Do You Believe in Magic, Baseball and the Year 1966? Author David Krell shares discussion on his latest book
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The year 1966 though not remembered by many, was pivotal in baseball, entertainment, politics, and more; Author David Krell has it all in writing for ...
Episode 146 - Red Holzman: New York's Favorite Coach
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Despite the fact that the New York Knicks have existed for all 77 seasons of the NBA, Red Holzman is their only coach to win a championship -- and ...
Great NFL Teams of the 1970s Series (Los Angeles Rams)
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYRelive the glory days of the Los Ange...
The Early Evolution of Gridiron Pants with Football Archaeology's Timothy Brown.
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The football pants and their protection and functionality have swayed to and fro over the years, even today. The more things change, the more they sta...
Collectors Corner: The 1962 Tang NFL Team Photo Collection
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Some info and a story about a piece of my collection identified as the Tang 1962 NFL Team Photo Promotion. We have images of each piece of this collec...
The 1982 "Suds Series"
21 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYAuthor J. Daniel joins u...
Remembering the Steel Curtain: A Round Table with Harv Aronson, Aron Harris, and Steve Massey
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most storied and feared defensive fronts in gridiron history were the four men in the trenches for the Pittsburgh Steelers during the 1970s...
Crossroads Fantasy Football
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fantasy Football Origin Stories is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this 9th ep...
NDN All-Stars Podcast - Shayna Powless
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
NDN All-Stars is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn Episode 4 of the NDN All-Stars Podcast,...
The May 17 Dispatch of Sports History
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We share the memories of sports' greatest moments, athletes, and performances by recognizing the people and the gear and numbers they were represented...
Episode 145 - Billy Cunningham
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Billy Cunningham is on the NBA’s 75th Anniversary Team, yet he is rarely talked about as one of the great players in league history. His leaping ...
Great NFL Teams of the 1970s Series (Washington Redskins)
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYThis episode provides a detailed rund...
NFL's Youngest Player May Surprise You!
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When Football Is Football is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.From a personal standpoint, I truly love the ...
The Football Archaeology of Live Balls Out of Bounds
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Timothy P. Brown of Football Archaeology shares his research and discovery of what it was like in football when balls that went beyond the sideline we...
Gridiron Greats The Podcast Episode #129
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Gridiron Greats Magazine Publisher and Editor Bob Swick along with his co-host Joe Squires for the all new 2023 podcast of Gridiron Greats Magazi...
Dispatch of the Historic Events in Sports from May 15
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We celebrate many of the top events in sports history on May 15, and you can find even more connections on Pigskin Dispatch and Jersey Dispatch.We wan...
Michael vs LeBron
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One Guy With a Mic Presents: History of Dingers and Dunks is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.NETWORK ...
3 Unique College Mascot Name Origins, Virginia Tech, Lafayette, and Youngstown State
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sharing some stories of unique college school nicknames and their original stories of the Virginia Tech Hokies, the Lafayette Leopards, and the Youngs...
A Dispatch of Sports History for May 12
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We celebrate some fantastic events and Hall of Fame birthdays, referencing May 12. You can find more on Jersey Dispatch and Pigskin Dispatch.We want t...
Gridiron Greats The Podcast Episode #128
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Gridiron Greats Magazine Publisher and Editor Bob Swick along with his co-host Joe Squires for the all new 2023 podcast of Gridiron Greats Magazi...
Author Dan Taylor explains the Saving Grace While Baseball was At the Abyss
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about some baseball history. Author Dan Taylor has recently written a book on an interesting story from Major League Baseball...
The Great May 11 Sports History
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The top events, people, and teams associated with May in Sports History. Find out more on Pigskin Dispatch and Jersey DispatchWe want to thank the fol...
Aaron St. Denis (The Fantasy Football Mad Scientist)
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fantasy Football Origin Stories is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this 8th epi...
The Dispatch of Sports History for May 10
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We celebrate great people, teams, and events in sports history that had a special moment on May 10. We have more to offer on our Pigskin Dispatch and ...