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)
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The Life And Career Of Claude Humphrey (Story)
Claude Humphrey was one of the best defensive linemen in Atlanta Falcons franchise history. Humphrey could also make a case for being one of the best pass rushers in league history. Only Bruce Smith, Reggie White, Kevin Green, and Julius Peppers bested his nine double-digit sack seasons from 1968 to 1981. Humphrey, the 1968 NFL Defensive Player of the Year, and … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Claude Humphrey (Story)
The Life And Career Of Rodney Peete (Story)
It seemed Rodney Peete was destined for stardom when he entered the National Football League in 1989. Peete, the 1988 Pac-10 Offensive Player of the Year, shredded defenses with his arm as a member of the USC Trojans in the mid-to-late 1980s. When Peete's draft stock fell dramatically, it was a sign of things to come. Although Peete was never a … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Rodney Peete (Story)
The Life And Career Of Sonny Jurgensen (Story)
Washington Redskins legend Sonny Jurgensen was one of the most prolific quarterbacks of the 1960s. Ironically, Jurgensen, who had 32,224 passing yards and 255 passing touchdowns during his iconic 18-year NFL career, almost never made it to the NFL. Had it not been for a Duke Blue Devils assistant coach's timely intervention, Jurgensen would not have led the NFL … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Sonny Jurgensen (Story)
The Life And Career Of Mike Golic, Sr. (Story)
When someone mentions the name "Mike Golic, Sr.," images of the popular, long-running ESPN morning sports talk show Mike & Mike probably come to mind. Golic is, after all, one of the most respected figures in the sports media industry. However, there's more—much more—to Mike Golic, Sr. than that. Golic was one of the more prominent names during the Gerry … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Mike Golic, Sr. (Story)