Ben Donahue, Author at Pro Football History

Defensive End for the Green Bay Packers during the National Football Conference Central game against the Detroit Lions on 3 November 1996 at Lambeau Field, Green Bay, Wisconsin, United States. The Packers won the game 28 - 18.

NFL History

The Life And Career Of Reggie White (Complete Story)

In the late 1980s and early 1990s, the Philadelphia Eagles had one of the most terrify... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

New Orleans Saints History

The Life And Career Of Archie Manning (Complete Story)

The NFL has had a number of families who have made their careers in professional footb... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Former NFL player Jack Youngblood and SiriusXM host Chris "Mad Dog" Russo speak onstage during day 2 of SiriusXM at Super Bowl LIV on January 30, 2020 in Miami, Florida.

Los Angeles Rams History

The Life And Career Of Jack Youngblood (Complete Story)

To play in the NFL you have to be tough and resilient. Due to the nature of the sport,... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Defensive lineman Ed "Too Tall" Jones #72 of the Dallas Cowboys celebrates a play during a 1985 NFL game against the Los Angeles Rams at Anaheim Stadium in Anaheim, California.

Dallas Cowboys History

The Life And Career Of Ed "Too Tall" Jones (Complete Story)

NFL defenders typically have a number of intimidation tactics at their disposal. Th... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

NFL Hall of Famer Dick Butkus is seen during the Illinois Fighting Illini and Michigan Wolverines game at Memorial Stadium on October 12, 2019 in Champaign, Illinois.

Chicago Bears History

The Life And Career Of Dick Butkus (Complete Story)

From 1965 to 1973 there was perhaps no more terrifying sight for NFL ball carriers tha... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

General view of a Redskins helmet during a pre-season game between the New England Patriots and the Washington Redskins at the Jack Kent Cook Stadium in Landover, Maryland. The Patriots defeated the Redskins 20-17.

NFL History

The Life And Career Of Sammy Baugh (Complete Story)

Sometimes destiny arrives in the most unexpected places and to the most unlikely people.... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Tight end Eric Green of the Pittsburgh Steelers moves the ball during a game against the Dallas Cowboys at Three rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Cowboys won the game, 26-9.

NFL History

The Life And Career Of Eric Green (Complete Story)

For the longest time, NFL tight ends were nothing more than glorified blockers who cau... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Running back John Riggins #44 of the Washington Redskins looks on during the Super Bowl XVII against the Miami Dolphins at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. The Redskins won the game, 27-17.

NFL History

The Life And Career Of John Riggins (Complete Story)

It takes a special breed of athlete to make it as an NFL running back. He should be... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Legendary defensive end John Matuszak of the Los Angeles Raiders signs autographs for fans during the game against the Detroit Lions at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 20, 1987 in Los Angeles, California. The Raiders won 27-7.

NFL History

What Happened To John Matuszak? (Story)

Late Oakland/LA Raiders owner Al Davis was known for a lot of things. He loved stro... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Green Bay Packers History

The Life And Career Of Don Hutson (Complete Story)

When one thinks of modern NFL football, visions of prolific passing from strong-armed quar... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Former Houston Oilers running back Earl Campbell attends the game between the Houston Texans and the Cincinnati Bengals during their AFC Wild Card Playoff Game at Reliant Stadium on January 5, 2013 in Houston, Texas.

Houston Oilers History

The Life And Career Of Earl Campbell (Complete Story)

For NFL defenders in the late 1970s and early 1980s, the prospect of tackling Earl Cam... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

A close up of Hall of Fame Quarterback Johnny Unitas, formerly of the Baltimore Colts, as he smiles and looks on during the game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Baltimore Ravens on September 24, 2000 at PSINet Stadium in Baltimore, Maryland. The Ravens defeated the Bengals 37-0.

Baltimore Colts history

The Life And Career Of Johnny Unitas (Complete Story)

If one were to look in the dictionary for the definition of persistence, one might see... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

NFL History

The Life And Career Of Billy Cannon (Complete Story)

If there was ever a figure that epitomized the ideal of gridiron glory in the 1950s and 19... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Hall of Fame defensive end Lee Roy Selmon is inducted into the Buccanners Ring of Honor at halftime of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers game against the Green Bay Packers at Raymond James Stadium on November 8, 2009 in Tampa, Florida.

NFL History

The Life And Career Of Lee Roy Selmon (Story)

There is a West African proverb (famously referenced by president Theodore Roosevelt)... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Walter Payton #34, Running Back for the Chicago Bears during his final game in the American Football Conference West game against the Los Angeles Raiders on 27 December 1987 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, California, United States. The Bears won the game 6 - 3. Visions of Sport.

Chicago Bears History

The Life And Career Of Walter Payton (Complete Story)

NFL history is full of transcendent athletes whose very existence seemed to go beyond... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Quarterback Doug Williams #17 of the Washington Redskins calls for the snap at the line of scrimmage against the Minnesota Vikings during the 1987 NFC Championship game at RFK Memorial Stadium on January 17, 1988 in Washington, D.C. The Redskins won 17-10.

NFL History

The Life And Career Of Doug Williams (Story)

From the mid-to-late 1970s, Doug Williams was a record-setting quarterback for Grambli... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Linebacker Kevin Greene #91 of the Pittsburgh Steelers is in action on the field at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, during the game against the San Diego Chargers. The Steelers defeated the Chargers 31-15. The teams would

Los Angeles Rams History

The Life And Career Of Kevin Greene (Complete Story)

For most young men, playing intramural football isn’t exactly the path to a college scho... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Mick Tingelhoff poses with his bust along with presenter Fran Tarkenton during the NFL Hall of Fame induction ceremony at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium on August 8, 2015 in Canton, Ohio.

Minnesota Vikings History

The Life And Career Of Fran Tarkenton (Complete Story)

Some of the best quarterbacks in the NFL today are dual-threat stars who can win games... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Darrell Green formerly of the Washington Redskins poses with his bust after his induction during the Class of 2008 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony at Fawcett Stadium on August 2, 2008 in Canton, Ohio.

NFL History

The Life And Career Of Darrell Green (Complete Story)

Every once in a while, the NFL Draft unearths a relatively hidden gem. Most of the... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Former New York Jet Joe Namath arrives ahead of their game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on November 4, 2018 in Miami, Florida.

New York Jets History

The Life And Career Of Joe Namath (Complete Story)

There have been numerous instances in NFL history where an athlete has made a bold pre... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

PHILADELPHIA EAGLES QUARTERBACK RANDALL CUNNINGHAM LOOKS TO PASS DOWNFIELD DURING THE EAGLES 23-21 VICTORY OVER THE PHOENIX CARDINALS AT SUN DEVIL STADIUM IN TEMPE, ARIZONA.

NFL History

The Life And Career Of Randall Cunningham (Complete Story)

For too long, the NFL believed black quarterbacks could not succeed in professional footba... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Buffalo Bills owners Kim and Terry Pegula honor the family of Buffalo Bills offensive lineman Bob Kalsu who was killed in the Vietnam War on November 27, 2016 at New Era Field in Orchard Park, New York.

Buffalo Bills History

The Life And Sad Death Of Bob Kalsu (Complete Story)

On April 22, 2004, the American public was shocked to learn the news of Pat Tillman’... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

NFL History

The Life And Career Of NFL Co-Founder Carl Storck (Story)

Professional football has been played for well over a century. However, the NFL as... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Running back Herschel Walker of the Dallas Cowboys runs with the ball during a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Texas Stadium in Irving, Texas. The Cowboys won the game 26-22.

Dallas Cowboys History

The Life And Career Of Herschel Walker (Complete Story)

Contrary to popular belief, high school football stars do not always make it to the NFL.... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Head coach Jerry Glanville of the Atlanta Falcons watches the action from the sidelines during a game against the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park on September 19, 1993 in San Francisco, California. The 49ers won 37-30.

Atlanta Falcons History

The Life And Career Of Coach Jerry Glanville (Story)

It’s long been said in business that leadership influences an organization's culture... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Former New Orleans Saints player Steve Gleason watches action prior to a game between the New Orleans Saints and the Atlanta Falconsat the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on October 15, 2015 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

New Orleans Saints History

The Inspirational Life And Career Of Steve Gleason (Story)

When he signed as an undrafted free agent with the New Orleans Saints in 2000, Steve G... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Indianapolis Colts History

The Sad Life And Short Career Of Art Schlichter (Complete Story)

There is nothing more disappointing than an NFL player who doesn’t meet his potentia... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Larry Wilson of the St. Louis Cardinals.

NFL History

The Life And Career Of Larry Wilson (Complete Story)

Some of the most unassuming players in NFL history made the biggest impact, literally.... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Future Pro Football Hall of Fame head coach of the Green Bay Packers Vince Lombardi poses here as a student at Fordham University circa the mid-1930s.

Green Bay Packers History

The Life And Career Of Vince Lombardi (Complete Story)

The NFL has had its share of influential coaches in its history. Arguably the best,... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago

Paul Krause stands around after the Best In The Desert race from Las Vegas to Reno, Nevada. Krause won the race.

Minnesota Vikings History

The Life And Career Of Paul Krause (Complete Story)

It's been said that playing defensive back is akin to playing on an island. That isl... Ben Donahue • 2 years ago