Regardless of the era, kids of all ages tend to gravitate toward the skill position players in the NFL. These are the glory positions that bring fame and fortune and youngsters want to be just like them some day. Therefore, it’s not often that an adolescent describes their desire to be an offensive lineman. Linemen aren’t glamorous and they are relatively … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Conrad Dobler (Complete Story)
The Life And Career Of Jack Lambert (Complete Story)
The NFL has seen its fair share of intimidating athletes in the past century. These are the players who have “the look.” The look is something that makes opponents shudder while simultaneously trying to act tough. Those same tough guys turn to Jell-o when met with the steely glare of bloodlust and menace. When quarterbacks and other offensive skill … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Jack Lambert (Complete Story)
The Life And Career Of Warren Moon (Complete Story)
In the 2011 movie “Moneyball” based on the Michael Lewis book by the same name, actor Brad Pitt, playing A’s general manager Billy Beane, has a pointed conversation with a colleague. “You don’t have a crystal ball. You can’t look at a kid and predict his future, any more than I can.” This is an apt quote when looking at the future of a prospective professional … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Warren Moon (Complete Story)
The Life And Career Of Alex Karras (Complete Story)
The game of football can be a brutal and violent sport. To play it, one has to have a bit of a mean streak with a sharp edge to boot. When viewing the world of professional football from the outside, fans typically see their athletes beaten, battered and bloody. However, perception is not always accurate. The history of the NFL is filled with players who … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Alex Karras (Complete Story)
What Happened To Robert Gallery? (Complete Story)
No other rookie offensive lineman was as highly-touted as Robert Gallery in the National Football League in 2004. He could've pulverized incoming pass rushers the way Anthony Munoz, Jonathan Ogden, or Orlando Pace did it back in the day. Thing is, he didn't. Gallery, a 6'7", 325-lb. mountain of a man, never found his sweet spot in the pro ranks. He played … [Read more...] about What Happened To Robert Gallery? (Complete Story)
The Life And Career Of Billy “White Shoes” Johnson (Complete Story)
For the past several decades, the NFL has been called the “No Fun League.” Regardless of the type of action on the field, players are frequently penalized for showing outward displays of emotion during the course of a game. One false move to celebrate, and possibly berate, the opponent could result in a yellow penalty flag for excessive celebration. With each … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Billy “White Shoes” Johnson (Complete Story)