Former Jacksonville Jaguars left tackle Luke Joeckel was a highly-touted prospect who once drew comparisons to Hall of Fame offensive lineman Tony Boselli. Unfortunately, Joeckel hardly resembled the stonewall Boselli was on Jacksonville's offensive line. Joeckel struggled during his four-year tenure in Jacksonville. He suited up in just five games in his rookie … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Luke Joeckel (Story)
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The Life And Career Of Bennie Joppru (Story)
Former Houston Texans tight end Bennie Joppru was the epitome of one's pro football career ending before it even began. Joppru sustained a series of groin injuries that sidelined him for the entirety of his first two seasons with the Texans from 2003 to 2004. It seemed Joppru was ready to make up for lost time before he tore his ACL before his third year with … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Bennie Joppru (Story)
The Life And Career Of Ray Donaldson (Story)
Ray Donaldson set the bar high for the center position during his memorable 17-year NFL career. Some football historians also claim that Donaldson was the first African-American center in the National Football League. He anchored the Baltimore Colts' offensive line for four seasons from 1980 to 1983. When they became the Indianapolis Colts in 1984, Donaldson … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Ray Donaldson (Story)
The Life And Career Of Cortez Kennedy (Story)
Seattle Seahawks fans, more popularly known as the "12th Man," will never forget their legendary pass rusher known as "Tez." That was none other than Hall of Fame defensive tackle Cortez Kennedy. Kennedy struggled with his weight throughout practically his entire football career dating back to his high school days in Arkansas. Whenever his coaches told him to … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Cortez Kennedy (Story)
The Life And Career Of Tom Flores (Story)
Tom Flores is one of the most iconic figures in Oakland/Los Angeles Raiders franchise history. Flores, who thought he would embark on a teaching career in Fresno, became the Raiders' first quarterback when they entered the American Football League (AFL) in 1960. It marked the beginning of a 56-year journey with the Silver and Black as a player, assistant coach, … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Tom Flores (Story)