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The Life And Career Of Merlin Olsen (Story)

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

  During the 1960s, the Los Angeles Rams had one of the most formidable defensive lines in the NFL. “The Fearsome Foursome” consisted of Lamar Lundy, Rosey Grier, Deacon Jones, and Merlin Olsen. Olsen was the third of the quartet to arrive in Los Angeles and he remained a member of the organization until 1976. On the field, the Rams defenders scared the … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Merlin Olsen (Story)

The Life And Career Of Jackie Slater (Story)

Former Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle and 2001 inductee Jackie Slater speaks

  Former Los Angeles Rams offensive tackle Jackie Slater was a cut above the rest during his many years playing in the National Football League. Slater played a demanding and bruising position on the offensive line for 20 seasons. Not many of his contemporaries can boast such longevity. With Slater working hard on the offensive line, he helped the Rams win games … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Jackie Slater (Story)

The Life And Career Of Jim Everett (Story)

Quarterback Jim Everett of the Los Angeles Rams looks to pass the ball

  In 1986, the Los Angeles Rams made a deal with the Houston Oilers to sign rookie quarterback Jim Everett. Everett was a record-breaking signal caller for the Purdue Boilermakers and was a first-round draft pick. By his third year in the NFL, Everett started every game for the Rams and led the team to the brink of a Super Bowl appearance in … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Jim Everett (Story)

The Life And Career Of Fred Dryer (Story)

Actor Fred Dryer

  The Los Angeles Rams experienced a period of unprecedented success during the mid to late 1970s. For much of the franchise’s early existence, the team suffered through losing seasons and watched at home while other organizations played for championships. Then, from 1974 to 1979, the Rams played in five of six NFC Championship games and appeared in Super Bowl … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Fred Dryer (Story)

The Life And Career Of Deacon Jones (Story)

Football great Deacon Jones

  If there was ever a player who was born to crush quarterbacks, it was David “Deacon” Jones. Jones was an accidental discovery by pro scouts who turned into one of the best defensive linemen in pro football history. As one of the LA Rams' “Fearsome Foursome,” Jones is credited with first using the word “sack” when referring to tackling the quarterback behind the … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Deacon Jones (Story)

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