Between 1984 and 1996, Keith Jackson was consistently one of the best tight ends in college and professional football. He was 6’2 and nearly 260 pounds during his career, but opponents marveled at his uncanny speed, agility, and exceptional hands. At the University of Oklahoma, the player fans called “Boomer Sooner” served primarily as a devastating blocker in a … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of TE Keith Jackson (Story)
Philadelphia Eagles History
What Happened To Freddie Mitchell? (Story)
Freddie Mitchell went by many nicknames: “Fast Freddie,” the “Sultan of Slot,” “Hollywood,” “First Down Freddie,” the “People’s Champ,” and “FredEx” (because he “always delivered”). Mitchell was the stereotypical receiver, known for his flashy style and boisterous personality. In college, he starred for the UCLA Bruins and was known throughout Los Angeles as … [Read more...] about What Happened To Freddie Mitchell? (Story)
NFL Fans React To The Passing Of Frank LeMaster
On Saturday, the Philadelphia Eagles delivered the depressing news that Frank LeMaster, a former star linebacker for the team, had passed away at just 71 years of age. https://twitter.com/Eagles/status/1639733901986807810 Even though he had been retired for four decades, he had remained a part of the Eagles community, and fans are saddened to find out about the … [Read more...] about NFL Fans React To The Passing Of Frank LeMaster
The Life And Career Of Kevin Turner (Story)
Former Philadelphia Eagles fullback Kevin Turner was the epitome of winning football games in the trenches. Turner had earned a reputation as a versatile all-purpose back during his eight-year pro football career from 1992 to 1999. Turner's sure hands made him a reliable option in short-yardage pass and running plays in crucial third-down situations. However, … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Kevin Turner (Story)
The Life And Career Of Jeremy Bloom (Story)
The year 2021 marked the first time the NCAA allowed college athletes to profit from their name, image, and likeness. For Jeremy Bloom, that decision came about two decades too late. Bloom was a talented athlete who competed as a skier in two Olympic Games and played college football for the University of Colorado. While starring as a speedy special teams ace … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Jeremy Bloom (Story)