Former NFL tight end Jackie Smith is primarily known for one specific play. During his lone season as a member of the Dallas Cowboys in 1978, Smith played in the only championship game of his career. In the third quarter of Super Bowl XIII against Pittsburgh, quarterback Roger Staubach saw Smith alone in the end zone and fired a pass his way. Instead of … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Jackie Smith (Story)
St Louis Cardinals History
The Life And Career Of Roy Green (Story)
For the first several decades of the NFL’s existence, teams primarily played “one-platoon” football. That meant athletes played on both sides of the ball, and there were limited substitutions. Shortly after World War II, the NFL allowed free substitutions, essentially leading to a “two-platoon” system. The new system meant players could play on just one side … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Roy Green (Story)
The Life And Career Of Roger Wehrli (Story)
Roger Wehrli was one of the greatest defensive backs who ever wore St. Louis Cardinals red and white. Wehrli and free safety Larry Wilson anchored a Cardinals secondary that made life miserable for quarterbacks and wide receivers in the early 1970s. After Wilson retired following the 1972 NFL season, Wehrli became the Cardinals' premier defensive … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Roger Wehrli (Story)
The Life And Career Of Dan Dierdorf (Story)
When young Dan Dierdorf witnessed NFL commissioner Pete Rozelle spearhead the groundbreaking ceremonies of the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1962, he had no idea he would also earn a gold jacket and bust in Canton, OH some thirty-four years later. Dierdorf's outstanding play at right tackle helped changed the fortunes of the woebegone St. Louis Cardinals in the … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Dan Dierdorf (Story)
The Life And Career Of Pat Tilley (Complete Story)
Pat Tilley is one of the seemingly forgotten wide receivers who played in an era when the National Football League was mostly based upon the running game. Despite being a star for a lackluster franchise, he gave its fans hope for a playoff berth each season while leaving them with some lasting memories. Tilley was lacking when it came to his physical abilities, … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Pat Tilley (Complete Story)