Ben Donahue, Author at Pro Football History

Ty Detmer of the Philadelphia Eagles looks for an opening

Green Bay Packers History

The Life And Career Of Ty Detmer (Story)

There’s a saying that past performance does not accurately reflect future performanc... Ben Donahue • 1 week ago

Pat McAfee #1 of the Indianapolis Colts celebrates

Indianapolis Colts History

The Life And Career Of Pat McAfee (Story)

For the most part, NFL punters have a thankless job. Because of their occupation, t... Ben Donahue • 1 week ago

New England Patriots linebacker Tedy Bruschi against the New York Jets

New England Patriots History

The Life And Career Of Tedy Bruschi (Story)

Tedy Bruschi entered the NFL as a high-motor defensive lineman from the University of... Ben Donahue • 3 weeks ago

Former Philadelphia Eagles safety Brian Dawkins acknowledges the crowd

NFL History

The Life And Career Of Brian Dawkins (Story)

The Philadelphia Eagles have had some of the best athletes at the safety position in N... Ben Donahue • 3 weeks ago

Detroit Lions History

The Life And Career Of Chris Spielman (Story)

Chris Spielman couldn’t have grown up under better circumstances. First, he was b... Ben Donahue • 4 weeks ago

Steve McMichael #76 of the Chicago Bears removes his helmet

Chicago Bears History

The Life And Career Of Steve McMichael (Story)

It’s no secret that playing professional football can be both a blessing and a curse... Ben Donahue • 1 month ago

Jimmy Johnson, Head Coach for the Dallas Cowboys

Dallas Cowboys History

The Life And Career Of Jimmy Johnson (Story)

Not all head coaches are created equal. Some win or contend for championships no ma... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago

John Lynch #47 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers walks down field

NFL History

The Life And Career Of John Lynch (Story)

John Lynch was drafted into the NFL in 1993 and made his name as one of the best safet... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago

Roy Williams #11 of the Detroit Lions is seen on the field

Detroit Lions History

The Life And Career Of Roy Williams (Story)

Before the 2004 NFL Draft, Roy Williams was touted as a surefire first-round pick.... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago

London Fletcher #59 of the Buffalo Bills

NFL History

The Life And Career Of London Fletcher (Story)

Good middle linebackers are the heart and soul of a defense. They are smart enough... Ben Donahue • 3 months ago

HOUSTON, TX - OCTOBER 08: Arian Foster #23 of the Houston Texans looks on as the Texans play the Indianapolis Colts in the first quarter on October 8, 2015 at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.

Houston Texans History

The Life And Career Of Arian Foster (Story)

Entering the 2009 NFL Draft, former University of Tennessee running back Arian Foster... Ben Donahue • 3 months ago

Desmond Howard of the Detroit Lions runs with the ball

NFL History

The Life And Career Of Desmond Howard (Story)

Winning the Heisman Trophy means that an athlete has produced outsized numbers to help... Ben Donahue • 3 months ago

DeMarcus Ware speaks during the 2023 Pro Football Hall of Fame

Dallas Cowboys History

The Life And Career Of DeMarcus Ware (Story)

On the eve of the 2005 NFL Draft, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and head coach Bill... Ben Donahue • 4 months ago

Jay Cutler #6 of the Chicago Bears looks to throw a pass

Chicago Bears History

The Life And Career Of Jay Cutler (Story)

Former NFL signal caller Jay Cutler was brought in to be the savior of not just one, b... Ben Donahue • 4 months ago

Wide receiver Chad Johnson #85 of the Cincinnati Bengals

Cincinnati Bengals History

The Life And Career Of Chad "Ocho Cinco" Johnson

For the most part, NFL receivers have a stereotype of being outspoken, loud, and cocky... Ben Donahue • 4 months ago

2 Jun 1997: Safety Bill Bates of the Dallas Cowboys looks on during Dallas quarterback school in Valley Ranch, Texas.

Dallas Cowboys History

The Life And Career Of Bill Bates (Story)

Bill Bates has the kind of origin story NFL fans love. He was a long shot to make i... Ben Donahue • 5 months ago

Tim Brown speaks during the NFL Hall of Fame induction ceremony

Los Angeles Raiders History

The Life And Career Of Tim Brown (Story)

Tim Brown is living proof that good athletic talent can be found anywhere. In three... Ben Donahue • 6 months ago

Ted Ginn Jr. #19 of the Miami Dolphins runs with the ball after a reception

Miami Dolphins History

The Life And Career Of Ted Ginn Jr. (Story)

Not every athlete is fortunate to have a parent who is a successful coach and local le... Ben Donahue • 6 months ago

Brian Westbrook #36 of the Philadelphia Eagles carries the ball

NFL History

The Life And Career Of Brian Westbrook (Story)

Not every NFL running back is adept at running the ball and catching passes. That�... Ben Donahue • 6 months ago

Running back Dave Meggett of the New England Patriots

New York Giants History

The Life And Career Of Dave Meggett (Story)

In 1989, the New York Giants were two seasons removed from playing in and winning Super Bo... Ben Donahue • 6 months ago

Running back Thurman Thomas of the Buffalo Bills runs with the ball

Buffalo Bills History

The Life And Career Of Thurman Thomas (Story)

In the 1988 NFL Draft, the Buffalo Bills got a steal when they selected Oklahoma State Uni... Ben Donahue • 6 months ago

Ken Norton, Jr. #51 of the San Francisco 49ers walks onto the field

NFL History

The Life And Career Of Ken Norton Jr. (Story)

Ken Norton Jr. didn’t have what some might call a normal upbringing. His father,... Ben Donahue • 6 months ago

NEW YORK GIANTS QUARTERBACK PHIL SIMMS LOOKS TO THE SIDELINES

New York Giants History

The Life And Career Of Phil Simms (Story)

On January 25, 1987, New York Giants quarterback Phil Simms had a day for the ages.... Ben Donahue • 6 months ago

Linebacker Bryan Cox of the Miami Dolphins is escorted to the lockeroom

Miami Dolphins History

The Life And Career Of Bryan Cox (Story)

As an NFL player, Bryan Cox was a contrast in personality. Off the field, he was affabl... Ben Donahue • 7 months ago

Baltimore Colts history

The Life And Career Of Bert Jones (Story)

Long before Peyton Manning took the Indianapolis Colts to Super Bowl glory, Bert Jones... Ben Donahue • 7 months ago

Hall of fame defensive tackle, Merlin Olsen, and Grand Marshall for the 1983 Rose Bowl

Los Angeles Rams History

The Life And Career Of Merlin Olsen (Story)

During the 1960s, the Los Angeles Rams had one of the most formidable defensive lines... Ben Donahue • 7 months ago

Cincinnati Bengals History

The Life And Career Of Virgil Carter (Story)

Virgil Carter may not have had an overly productive NFL career, but he played long eno... Ben Donahue • 7 months ago

Cornerback Jason Sehorn #31 of the New York Giants stands on the sideline

New York Giants History

The Life And Career Of Jason Sehorn (Story)

Jason Sehorn began his life as a long shot. He was raised in northern California by... Ben Donahue • 7 months ago

Darrelle Revis #24 of the New York Jets looks on before a game

New York Jets History

The Life And Career Of Darrelle Revis (Story)

Former 17th century English clergyman and poet John Donne once said, “No man is an i... Ben Donahue • 7 months ago

close up view of a helmet of the San Diego Chargers

NFL History

The Life And Career Of Ron Mix (Story)

Fans of today’s NFL are used to seeing gargantuan linemen locking horns every week o... Ben Donahue • 7 months ago