William Andrews, who rushed for more than 1,000 yards in each of his first two pro seasons, married his high-school sweetheart, says his 1981 card.
"One of pro football's most outstanding newcomers of 1980, Junior (Miller) was named to the NFL All-Rookie Squad," says his 1981 card. "He holds Cornhusker tight end records for most receptions in a game and season, most career yardage and most touchdowns by tight end during season. Junior possesses 4.6 speed for the 40 yard dash."
Don Smith played every game during his career at the University of Miami and then was selected in the first round of the 1979 draft by Atlanta. His 1980 card says he became a starter as a rookie. "Don scored 46 points in a high school basketball game," his 1981 card says.
Nick Mike-Mayer's 1976 card trumpets his 16-yard field goal with 54 seconds to play in a Falcon victory over San Francisco on Nov. 4, 1973.
Undrafted out of Florida in 1972, John James "unseated 2-time NFL Punting Champion Billy Lotheridge for the job" punting for Atlanta, says his 1976 card. "John had punt of 75 yards vs. Raiders, 11-30-75." James’s 1981 cards says he owns a pecan farm.
Gourmet cooking is Mike Kenn’s bag, says his 1981 card.
Wallace Francis’s 1981 cards says he founded a P.R. firm.
Rolland Lawrence rushed for more than 4,000 yards at Tabor, says his 1976 card.
Steve Bartkowski, who "enjoyed a fine baseball career in college," according to his 1981 card, was the NFL's offensive rookie of the year in 1975 after the Falcons made him their first-round draft choice out of California.
Jeff Van Note, selected in the 11th round by Atlanta out of Kentucky, "played one year at Huntsville while making the conversion from college linebacker to center," says his 1981 card. "Jeff holds a degree in political science."
Al Richardson's degree from Georgia Tech is in industrial management, his 1981 card says. "Once tried out as receiver."
Alfred Jackson, his 1981 card says, "continues to learn pro defenses after spending his college career with ground-oriented Texas."
Lynn Cain, says his 1982 card, "lacks the blazing speed of some running backs but compensates with great instincts."
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Minnesota Vikings cards
Jim Lash's 1976 card points out he "had an important touchdown recepiton in 1974, it came vs. Rams in the NFC Championship Game. An All-Big Ten selection as a senior at Northwestern, he set a conference record with 226 yards on 9 receptions against Minnesota." Lash was a third-round draft choice of the Vikings in 1973.
"A unanimous All-Pro selection in 1975, ... (Chuck Foreman) set an all-time pro football record for running backs with 73 pass receptions, setting club record in the process," says his 1976 card.
Ron Yary--the first overall selection in the 1968 draft, out of Southern Cal, on a bonus choice acquired as part of the trade of Fran Tarkenton to New York--had been a starting tackle and Pro Bowler for five straight seasons, according to his 1976 card. His 1981 card adds "Ron hasn't missed a game since 1969," but his 1982 card says injuries plagued Yary's last two seasons. "Ron works in the photography business," his 1981 card says.
After six seasons at left guard, Ed White shifted to the right side in 1975 "and became even more effective," says his 1976 card. "Ed played on the defensive line in college but was switched to offense by the Vikings. An All-American defensive tackle at California and team captain during his senior year, he won 4 letters in football and 2 in track as a weightlifter. He's extremely strong."
Tommy Kramer, says his 1980 card, is the only quarterback whom the Vikings selected in the first round of a draft. After leading the nation in passing as a senior at Rice, Kramer was Minnesota's first choice in 1977. His 1981 card adds he became the Vikings' starter in 1979 "and had distinction of being the first quarterback to throw every pass for the Vikings in a season. ... Three of Tommy's older brothers were college quarterbacks."
Matt Blair's 1979 card says he not only starts at linebacker on the Viking defense, he also "in an integral part of Vikings' specialty teams. He blocked a punt vs. Bears in 1977 and ran it back for a touchdown. Matt has gone into the photography business." His 1981 card recalls his winning defensive MVP at the 1971 Sun Bowl.
Rick Danmeier "played defensive nose guard at Sioux Falls," says his 1981 card. Danmeier’s 1982 card points out that he is “a minority in the NFL with his straight-ahead style of kicking.”
Sammie White's 1977 card credits him with "one of the most dynamic rookie seasons in pro football history for the Vikings in 1976 ... Caught 5 passes for 77 yards and one touchdown in Super Bowl vs. Raiders." His 1981 card says his 4,008 yards receiving ranks as the second-highest total in Vikings history.
"A unanimous All-Pro selection in 1975, ... (Chuck Foreman) set an all-time pro football record for running backs with 73 pass receptions, setting club record in the process," says his 1976 card.
Ron Yary--the first overall selection in the 1968 draft, out of Southern Cal, on a bonus choice acquired as part of the trade of Fran Tarkenton to New York--had been a starting tackle and Pro Bowler for five straight seasons, according to his 1976 card. His 1981 card adds "Ron hasn't missed a game since 1969," but his 1982 card says injuries plagued Yary's last two seasons. "Ron works in the photography business," his 1981 card says.
After six seasons at left guard, Ed White shifted to the right side in 1975 "and became even more effective," says his 1976 card. "Ed played on the defensive line in college but was switched to offense by the Vikings. An All-American defensive tackle at California and team captain during his senior year, he won 4 letters in football and 2 in track as a weightlifter. He's extremely strong."
Tommy Kramer, says his 1980 card, is the only quarterback whom the Vikings selected in the first round of a draft. After leading the nation in passing as a senior at Rice, Kramer was Minnesota's first choice in 1977. His 1981 card adds he became the Vikings' starter in 1979 "and had distinction of being the first quarterback to throw every pass for the Vikings in a season. ... Three of Tommy's older brothers were college quarterbacks."
Matt Blair's 1979 card says he not only starts at linebacker on the Viking defense, he also "in an integral part of Vikings' specialty teams. He blocked a punt vs. Bears in 1977 and ran it back for a touchdown. Matt has gone into the photography business." His 1981 card recalls his winning defensive MVP at the 1971 Sun Bowl.
Rick Danmeier "played defensive nose guard at Sioux Falls," says his 1981 card. Danmeier’s 1982 card points out that he is “a minority in the NFL with his straight-ahead style of kicking.”
Sammie White's 1977 card credits him with "one of the most dynamic rookie seasons in pro football history for the Vikings in 1976 ... Caught 5 passes for 77 yards and one touchdown in Super Bowl vs. Raiders." His 1981 card says his 4,008 yards receiving ranks as the second-highest total in Vikings history.
Buffalo Bills cards
"The first player chosen in the 1972 College Draft, Walt (Patulski, says his 1976 card) earned a regular berth with the Bills during his rookie campaign and has improved his play ever since. A consensus All-American at Notre Dame, he was winner of the Lombardi Award as the nation's outstanding college lineman of 1971. Walt started every game in his 3-year varsity career at Notre Dame, he played in the Cotton Bowl & Hula Bowl, was voted Outstanding Defensive Lineman Award in the Hula Bowl."
Joe Cribbs ran for more than 100 yards in 13 games of his 1980 rookie season. "His 3368 yards on 657 carries are Auburn records," says his 1981 card.
John Leypoldt's 1975 card points out that he once played semi-pro football. He tied the Bills' record with a 52-yard field goal in 1973.
Frank Lewis's 1981 card says he's a deputy sheriff during the offseason.
Roland Hooks is a handball player, says his 1978 card. His 1981 card identifies a Nov. 6, 1977, Buffalo clash with the Patriots in which Hooks rushed for 155 yards as his best performance.
Joe Ferguson's 1975 card says he was the only rookie quarterback to start every game of the 1973 season. The former Southwest Conference MVP's best game was an 11-of-19, 201-yard, 1-touchdown performance against the Colts. His 1981 card says he's a licensed private airplane pilot.
Bob Chandler holds on Buffalo point-after-touchdown and field-goal tries, says his 1976 card.
A soccer-style kicker who booted a 48-yard field goal against UCLA in 1968 for Syracuse, George Jakowenko "spent 1974 pre-season with Chiefs and kicked 5 field goals in 6 tries including a 51-yarder against the 49ers," says his 1977 card. "Played with Raiders in 1974, used exclusively as a kickoff specialist." He didn't play at all in 1975 and then re-emerged with the Bills in NFL76.
Conrad Dobler's 1982 card says he "has begun construction on an FM radio station. Conrad has been called the 'meanest man in pro football' ... last season helped solidify a young Bills' offensive line. A defensive tackle at Wyoming."
At Indiana University, Jim Haslett also punted, his 1981 card says. He was the Bills' second-round draft choice in 1979. He had 17 tackles in his first pro game and earned Associated Press defensive rookie of the year.
Mark Brammer's 1981 card says he's a sailboat racer.
Six-foot-5 Sherman White "was primarily a basketball player in high school," says his 1982 card. A first-round draft choice by the Bengals in 1972, "Sherman was co-captain and MVP at California."
Reggie McKenzie is married to a former Miss Massachusetts, according to a 1982 card. "One of the finest offensive linemen ever to play for the Bills, Reggie is the club's current 'iron-man'. He has played in 133 consecutive regular-season games (all as a starter) dating back to the season opener in his rookie campaign of 1972."
Mario Clark's 1978 card says his hobbies include furniture reupholstering.
Fred Smerlas was an all-America wrestler in high school, says his 1981 card.
Jerry Butler is a hiker, his 1981 card says.
Paul Seymour, says his 1975 card, "developed into a top notch receiver his first 2 years with Bills. He started at tight end but moved to tackle his junior season."
Joe Cribbs ran for more than 100 yards in 13 games of his 1980 rookie season. "His 3368 yards on 657 carries are Auburn records," says his 1981 card.
John Leypoldt's 1975 card points out that he once played semi-pro football. He tied the Bills' record with a 52-yard field goal in 1973.
Frank Lewis's 1981 card says he's a deputy sheriff during the offseason.
Roland Hooks is a handball player, says his 1978 card. His 1981 card identifies a Nov. 6, 1977, Buffalo clash with the Patriots in which Hooks rushed for 155 yards as his best performance.
Joe Ferguson's 1975 card says he was the only rookie quarterback to start every game of the 1973 season. The former Southwest Conference MVP's best game was an 11-of-19, 201-yard, 1-touchdown performance against the Colts. His 1981 card says he's a licensed private airplane pilot.
Bob Chandler holds on Buffalo point-after-touchdown and field-goal tries, says his 1976 card.
A soccer-style kicker who booted a 48-yard field goal against UCLA in 1968 for Syracuse, George Jakowenko "spent 1974 pre-season with Chiefs and kicked 5 field goals in 6 tries including a 51-yarder against the 49ers," says his 1977 card. "Played with Raiders in 1974, used exclusively as a kickoff specialist." He didn't play at all in 1975 and then re-emerged with the Bills in NFL76.
Conrad Dobler's 1982 card says he "has begun construction on an FM radio station. Conrad has been called the 'meanest man in pro football' ... last season helped solidify a young Bills' offensive line. A defensive tackle at Wyoming."
At Indiana University, Jim Haslett also punted, his 1981 card says. He was the Bills' second-round draft choice in 1979. He had 17 tackles in his first pro game and earned Associated Press defensive rookie of the year.
Mark Brammer's 1981 card says he's a sailboat racer.
Six-foot-5 Sherman White "was primarily a basketball player in high school," says his 1982 card. A first-round draft choice by the Bengals in 1972, "Sherman was co-captain and MVP at California."
Reggie McKenzie is married to a former Miss Massachusetts, according to a 1982 card. "One of the finest offensive linemen ever to play for the Bills, Reggie is the club's current 'iron-man'. He has played in 133 consecutive regular-season games (all as a starter) dating back to the season opener in his rookie campaign of 1972."
Mario Clark's 1978 card says his hobbies include furniture reupholstering.
Fred Smerlas was an all-America wrestler in high school, says his 1981 card.
Jerry Butler is a hiker, his 1981 card says.
Paul Seymour, says his 1975 card, "developed into a top notch receiver his first 2 years with Bills. He started at tight end but moved to tackle his junior season."
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cards
Jerry Eckwood's 1980 card calls him "one of the fastest runners in NFL." Also, "the Buccaneer band consists of over 100 members and performs before, during and after games." While a student at the University of Arkansas, Jerry Eckwood worked at a TV station, says his 1981 card. "His 121-yard effort was the 7th-highest for a rookie in his first NFL contest. He's extremely quick." "Equipped with breakaway ability," says his 1982 card, "Jerry has led the Buccaneers in rushing the past 3 seasons. His 40-yard reception in 1980 was the longest every by a Tampa Bay runner."
"Durwood (Keeton) spent his 1st pro season as starter with Southern California Sun of WFL," says his 1976 card. "A sure tackler, he was fastest man on undefeated 1973 Oklahoma squad with 4.5 speed in 40-yard dash." St. Louis drafted him in the fourth round in 1974.
Jimmie Giles's 1981 card: "Jimmie played professional baseball in 1976. Jimmie's most spectacular catch for the Buccaneers may have been his one-handed grab of a deflected pass while being tackled against the Saints, 10-14-79."
Ricky Bell's 1981 card says he was a high-school teammate of Chet Lemon, a contemporary outfielder with the Chicago White Sox. Bell was Tampa's 1979 MVP.
Doug Williams, says his 1979 card, "was an honor student at Grambling. ... His 1977 total of 38 TD passes is 2nd-best in college history to Dennis Shaw's mark at San Diego State, 1969."
Kevin House was a .307 hitter as a Southern Illinois University sophomore, says his 1981 card.
Mike Washington's 1978 card points out that he played basketball as a freshman at the University of Alabama.
"Durwood (Keeton) spent his 1st pro season as starter with Southern California Sun of WFL," says his 1976 card. "A sure tackler, he was fastest man on undefeated 1973 Oklahoma squad with 4.5 speed in 40-yard dash." St. Louis drafted him in the fourth round in 1974.
Jimmie Giles's 1981 card: "Jimmie played professional baseball in 1976. Jimmie's most spectacular catch for the Buccaneers may have been his one-handed grab of a deflected pass while being tackled against the Saints, 10-14-79."
Ricky Bell's 1981 card says he was a high-school teammate of Chet Lemon, a contemporary outfielder with the Chicago White Sox. Bell was Tampa's 1979 MVP.
Doug Williams, says his 1979 card, "was an honor student at Grambling. ... His 1977 total of 38 TD passes is 2nd-best in college history to Dennis Shaw's mark at San Diego State, 1969."
Kevin House was a .307 hitter as a Southern Illinois University sophomore, says his 1981 card.
Mike Washington's 1978 card points out that he played basketball as a freshman at the University of Alabama.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Oakland Raiders cards
Burgess Owens's 1981 card says he "always carries a book on Raiders' road trips."
Kenny King's 1981 card: "Kenny's acquisition was a key trade for the Raiders in 1980. He's a strong and speedy runner who's also an effective blocker and receiver. Kenny was Oklahoma's top rusher in 1976 with a 5.6 average per carry."
Bob Chandler was a high-school javelin thrower, says his 1981 card.
Arthur Whittington's 1981 card points out that his 661 yards and seven touchdowns rushing in 1978 set Raiders rookie records.
Rod Martin's 1981 card celebrates his record-breaking three-interception performance in Super Bowl XV and points out that he was a high-school triple jumper.
"Neal was selected as the high school athlete of the year in 1970," says Colzie's 1978 card. "... Neal played in 3 consecutive Rose Bowls at Ohio State and intercepted 2 passes vs. USC in the 1974 classic." He was Oakland's first-round pick in 1975.
Mark van Eeghen "shattered Colgate rushing record with 2591 yds. & set mark with 14 rushing touchdowns in 1973," says his 1977 card.
Illustrated with a drawing of a smiling football player with upheld wine glass, Gene Upshaw's 1978 card points out that he "operates two night clubs in Oakland. ... (H)e was a key factor in the club's setting a new rushing mark against the Vikings in Super Bowl 11. Gene is Raiders' offensive captain." His 1981 card says he's "a 14-year starter on the Raiders' offensive line ... He has played in 202 consecutive regular-season games for the Raiders, more than any other active player. ... Gene competed in the broad jump in h.s."
Art Shell's 1977 card said he had played in 126 straight games entering the new season. His 1981 card pointed out that the streak reached 156 and that he was named Raiders' "Lineman of the Year" for 1976. "Art majored in industrial arts in college."
At 6-feet-8, 285 pounds, John Matuszak is "the biggest player in pro football today," says his 1976 card. "... John began his collegiate career at Missouri but transferred to Tampa during sophomore season. He started as tight end but switched to defense." "John was a h.s. discuss champion," his 1981 card adds.
Dave Dalby's 1976 card says Oct. 22, 1939, brought the first telecast of the pro-football game. At UCLA, Dalby earned the team's Red Sanders Trophy for MVP. "Dave played 1st base on his high school baseball team," says Dalby's 1981 card. "Dave became only the 2nd starting center in Raider history with the retirement of 15-year veteran Jim Otto in 1975. He's an excellent long snapper for the extra point and field goal."
Before coming to the Raiders as a fourth-round draft choice in 1972, Cliff Branch "set NCAA career record with 8 TD's on kick returns & was named as Colorado's outstanding college athlete for '71." Against the Steelers in the 1974 AFC final, Branch recorded nine receptions for 186 yards.
Jack Tatum in 1972 set a league record with a 104-yard fumble return vs. the Packers, says his 1978 card.
The Raiders' second-round draft choice in 1968, Ken Stabler "guided Alabama to 11-0 mark and national title in 1965 and was MVP of 1966 Sugar Bowl Game," says his 1977 card. Also a college-baseball southpaw, says his 1981 card.
The nation's 1972 leader with a 46.2 punt average at Southern Mississippi, the third-best mark in NCAA history, Ray Guy in 1973 became "the first kicker ever selected in the first round of a college draft," says his 1977 card. "The premier punter in pro football, he has been chosen to the Pro Bowl game in each of his 1st 4 seasons ... (H)e has played in 56 straight league games and 12 post-season contests. Had 5-week string of 48.0, 46.7, 45.2, 51.3 & 46.0 averages." His 1976 card: "Ray had distinction of booming a punt that struck the giant overhanging television screen in the New Orleans Superdome during the 1976 Pro Bowl."
His 1977 card says Clarence Davis was the third-best rusher in Southern Cal history and the Raiders' fourth-round draft choice in 1971. "Enjoyed perhaps his greatest game of pro football career in Super Bowl 11. Was game's leading rusher with 16 carries for 137 yards including a long-gainer of 35 yards as Raiders pummeled Vikings, 32-14, for NFL Title."
Phil Villapiano's 82-yard interception return against the Rams in 1972 is the second-longest in Raider history, his 1974 card says. "Phil plays the tuba."
Jim Plunkett was a high-school wrestling champ, according to his 1981 card.
Lester Hayes, his 1981 card says, was a 220-yard-dash champ in high school.
Kenny King's 1981 card: "Kenny's acquisition was a key trade for the Raiders in 1980. He's a strong and speedy runner who's also an effective blocker and receiver. Kenny was Oklahoma's top rusher in 1976 with a 5.6 average per carry."
Bob Chandler was a high-school javelin thrower, says his 1981 card.
Arthur Whittington's 1981 card points out that his 661 yards and seven touchdowns rushing in 1978 set Raiders rookie records.
Rod Martin's 1981 card celebrates his record-breaking three-interception performance in Super Bowl XV and points out that he was a high-school triple jumper.
"Neal was selected as the high school athlete of the year in 1970," says Colzie's 1978 card. "... Neal played in 3 consecutive Rose Bowls at Ohio State and intercepted 2 passes vs. USC in the 1974 classic." He was Oakland's first-round pick in 1975.
Mark van Eeghen "shattered Colgate rushing record with 2591 yds. & set mark with 14 rushing touchdowns in 1973," says his 1977 card.
Illustrated with a drawing of a smiling football player with upheld wine glass, Gene Upshaw's 1978 card points out that he "operates two night clubs in Oakland. ... (H)e was a key factor in the club's setting a new rushing mark against the Vikings in Super Bowl 11. Gene is Raiders' offensive captain." His 1981 card says he's "a 14-year starter on the Raiders' offensive line ... He has played in 202 consecutive regular-season games for the Raiders, more than any other active player. ... Gene competed in the broad jump in h.s."
Art Shell's 1977 card said he had played in 126 straight games entering the new season. His 1981 card pointed out that the streak reached 156 and that he was named Raiders' "Lineman of the Year" for 1976. "Art majored in industrial arts in college."
At 6-feet-8, 285 pounds, John Matuszak is "the biggest player in pro football today," says his 1976 card. "... John began his collegiate career at Missouri but transferred to Tampa during sophomore season. He started as tight end but switched to defense." "John was a h.s. discuss champion," his 1981 card adds.
Dave Dalby's 1976 card says Oct. 22, 1939, brought the first telecast of the pro-football game. At UCLA, Dalby earned the team's Red Sanders Trophy for MVP. "Dave played 1st base on his high school baseball team," says Dalby's 1981 card. "Dave became only the 2nd starting center in Raider history with the retirement of 15-year veteran Jim Otto in 1975. He's an excellent long snapper for the extra point and field goal."
Before coming to the Raiders as a fourth-round draft choice in 1972, Cliff Branch "set NCAA career record with 8 TD's on kick returns & was named as Colorado's outstanding college athlete for '71." Against the Steelers in the 1974 AFC final, Branch recorded nine receptions for 186 yards.
Jack Tatum in 1972 set a league record with a 104-yard fumble return vs. the Packers, says his 1978 card.
The Raiders' second-round draft choice in 1968, Ken Stabler "guided Alabama to 11-0 mark and national title in 1965 and was MVP of 1966 Sugar Bowl Game," says his 1977 card. Also a college-baseball southpaw, says his 1981 card.
The nation's 1972 leader with a 46.2 punt average at Southern Mississippi, the third-best mark in NCAA history, Ray Guy in 1973 became "the first kicker ever selected in the first round of a college draft," says his 1977 card. "The premier punter in pro football, he has been chosen to the Pro Bowl game in each of his 1st 4 seasons ... (H)e has played in 56 straight league games and 12 post-season contests. Had 5-week string of 48.0, 46.7, 45.2, 51.3 & 46.0 averages." His 1976 card: "Ray had distinction of booming a punt that struck the giant overhanging television screen in the New Orleans Superdome during the 1976 Pro Bowl."
His 1977 card says Clarence Davis was the third-best rusher in Southern Cal history and the Raiders' fourth-round draft choice in 1971. "Enjoyed perhaps his greatest game of pro football career in Super Bowl 11. Was game's leading rusher with 16 carries for 137 yards including a long-gainer of 35 yards as Raiders pummeled Vikings, 32-14, for NFL Title."
Phil Villapiano's 82-yard interception return against the Rams in 1972 is the second-longest in Raider history, his 1974 card says. "Phil plays the tuba."
Jim Plunkett was a high-school wrestling champ, according to his 1981 card.
Lester Hayes, his 1981 card says, was a 220-yard-dash champ in high school.
Friday, August 28, 2009
Dallas Cowboys cards
James Jones "has inspired his teammates with his exciting, gritty style of play," says his 1982 card.
Jay Saldi, originally a defensive end, coaches the Cowboys' basketball team, says his 1981 card.
In his fifth pro season of 1981, Tony Dorsett became Dallas's all-time rusher, says his 1982 card. His 1981 card had already dubbed him "the most electrifying runner in Cowboys' history. ... Tony is in the fire alarm business."
Efren Herrera's 1977 card says he had his own radio show.
Bob Breunig's 1983 card says he's married to Mary with two sons, is interested in Christian and civic organization and works for a real-estate company. "Bob is a self-taught guitar player," his 1981 card adds. "Bob's intelligence and intensity are his biggest attributes. He does a good deal of audibilizing and he knows just when it's called for."
D.D. Lewis's 1981 card says he was named after Dwight Eisenhower and Douglas McArthur.
Randy Hughes's 1980 card says he had a key interception in Super Bowl VII. (Also: "The Cowboys tackled the passer 12 times in game vs. Steelers, November 22, 1966.") Hughes, says his 1981 card, “is in the custom home building business. Big plays are part of Randy’s style. He tied a Cowboy club mark with interceptions in 3 straight playoff games after the 1978 season.”
Charlie Waters's 1981 card says he has a company that develops western wear.
"Revered by his teammates for his strength and speed, he's also received praise for his attitude and for his coachability," says Randy White's 1978 card. "Randy works on his farm during the off-season." "Randy," says his 1981 card, "is known as a 'game-maker,' the type of player who can singlehandedly control the outcome of a game. Teams have to double and triple-team Randy on pass rush. He gets so much attention from the opposition that it makes it easier for Cowboys' other linemen. ... Randy can bench-press 475 lbs."
Robert Newhouse's 1977 card says his one pass completion of 1975 went to Drew Pearson for a 45-yard touchdown at Pontiac Stadium. His 1981 card says he rated as Dallas's third all-time rusher. "Robert started his own pump business."
Harvey Martin and Dwight White were teammates at East Texas State. Martin's 1978 card says he "works for a soft drink firm during the off-season." Harvey Martin, says his 1981 card, "has been the key to the Cowboys' feared pass rush the past 8 seasons. Swooping in from his right end position, he has led or co-led the Cowboys in quarterback sacks during each of those 8 campaigns. Harvey has recorded a total of 104 quarterback sacks for the Cowboys. A fiery competitor, he has been the club's emotional leader on the field. ... Harvey has worked as a television commentator."
Ed "Too Tall" Jones's 1982 card calls him "a mentally rejuvenated player after his 1979 experience in professional boxing." Says Too Tall's 1981 card, "Ed Jones returned to the Cowboys in 1980 after a celebrated one-year hiatus to become a professional boxer. His presence gives the club an overwhelming defensive line as the 'Doomsday Defense' continues to haunt opposing offenses. ... Ed owns two custom tailor shops."
According to his 1977 card, Butch Johnson attended California-Riverside on a pole-vault scholarship.
The Cowboys' first-round draft choice in 1973, Billy Joe DuPree "caught 60 passes for 1222 yards & 6 touchdowns in run-oriented offense at Michigan State," says his 1977 card. His 1981 card says he had opened his own concrete-slab business.
After Dallas selected him in the fourth round out of Stanford in 1975, Pat Donovan spent a couple of seasons as an offensive-line reserve, says his 1980 card. He became the Cowboys' starting right tackle in 1977 and then moved to left tackle in 1978, attaining All-Pro status in 1979. His 1981 card says Donovan "was a high school shot put champion" and "2-time All-American defensive end at Stanford."
Danny White's 1983 card points out that he was the NFC's second-rated passer and fifth-rated punter in 1982.
Roger Staubach's 1979 card says he enjoys billiards.
A quarterback as a freshman and sophomore, Tulsa's Drew Pearson was not drafted by the NFL but latched on with the Cowboys as a free agent in 1973, says his 1977 card. "Establishing himself as the 'Mr. Clutch' receiver of pro football, he has uncanny ability to get open and catch the football in key situations."
Tom Rafferty's 1980 card says, "An exceptionally adept pulling guard, he also performs as snapper for field goals and extra points."
Herbert Scott's 1980 card says, "Herbert played tight end, tackle and guard for Virginia Union and was also a top-notch shot-putter."
Everson Walls's 1984 card: "Everson is the only player ever to lead the NFL in interceptions his first two years. A Pro Bowl participant in each of his 3 campaigns, he owns Pro Bowl record of 4 Thefts; 2 in 1982 and 2 in 1983 Classic. Everson earned a degree in accounting from Grambling."
"John (Dutton) is part-owner of a racquetball club," says his 1981 card. "A right defensive end with the Colts, John was moved to the left side upon joining the Cowboys in 1979. He switched to tackle last season and enjoyed a fine campaign at that post."
Rafael Septien's 1981 card says he has appeared in Mexican movies.
Jay Saldi, originally a defensive end, coaches the Cowboys' basketball team, says his 1981 card.
In his fifth pro season of 1981, Tony Dorsett became Dallas's all-time rusher, says his 1982 card. His 1981 card had already dubbed him "the most electrifying runner in Cowboys' history. ... Tony is in the fire alarm business."
Efren Herrera's 1977 card says he had his own radio show.
Bob Breunig's 1983 card says he's married to Mary with two sons, is interested in Christian and civic organization and works for a real-estate company. "Bob is a self-taught guitar player," his 1981 card adds. "Bob's intelligence and intensity are his biggest attributes. He does a good deal of audibilizing and he knows just when it's called for."
D.D. Lewis's 1981 card says he was named after Dwight Eisenhower and Douglas McArthur.
Randy Hughes's 1980 card says he had a key interception in Super Bowl VII. (Also: "The Cowboys tackled the passer 12 times in game vs. Steelers, November 22, 1966.") Hughes, says his 1981 card, “is in the custom home building business. Big plays are part of Randy’s style. He tied a Cowboy club mark with interceptions in 3 straight playoff games after the 1978 season.”
Charlie Waters's 1981 card says he has a company that develops western wear.
"Revered by his teammates for his strength and speed, he's also received praise for his attitude and for his coachability," says Randy White's 1978 card. "Randy works on his farm during the off-season." "Randy," says his 1981 card, "is known as a 'game-maker,' the type of player who can singlehandedly control the outcome of a game. Teams have to double and triple-team Randy on pass rush. He gets so much attention from the opposition that it makes it easier for Cowboys' other linemen. ... Randy can bench-press 475 lbs."
Robert Newhouse's 1977 card says his one pass completion of 1975 went to Drew Pearson for a 45-yard touchdown at Pontiac Stadium. His 1981 card says he rated as Dallas's third all-time rusher. "Robert started his own pump business."
Harvey Martin and Dwight White were teammates at East Texas State. Martin's 1978 card says he "works for a soft drink firm during the off-season." Harvey Martin, says his 1981 card, "has been the key to the Cowboys' feared pass rush the past 8 seasons. Swooping in from his right end position, he has led or co-led the Cowboys in quarterback sacks during each of those 8 campaigns. Harvey has recorded a total of 104 quarterback sacks for the Cowboys. A fiery competitor, he has been the club's emotional leader on the field. ... Harvey has worked as a television commentator."
Ed "Too Tall" Jones's 1982 card calls him "a mentally rejuvenated player after his 1979 experience in professional boxing." Says Too Tall's 1981 card, "Ed Jones returned to the Cowboys in 1980 after a celebrated one-year hiatus to become a professional boxer. His presence gives the club an overwhelming defensive line as the 'Doomsday Defense' continues to haunt opposing offenses. ... Ed owns two custom tailor shops."
According to his 1977 card, Butch Johnson attended California-Riverside on a pole-vault scholarship.
The Cowboys' first-round draft choice in 1973, Billy Joe DuPree "caught 60 passes for 1222 yards & 6 touchdowns in run-oriented offense at Michigan State," says his 1977 card. His 1981 card says he had opened his own concrete-slab business.
After Dallas selected him in the fourth round out of Stanford in 1975, Pat Donovan spent a couple of seasons as an offensive-line reserve, says his 1980 card. He became the Cowboys' starting right tackle in 1977 and then moved to left tackle in 1978, attaining All-Pro status in 1979. His 1981 card says Donovan "was a high school shot put champion" and "2-time All-American defensive end at Stanford."
Danny White's 1983 card points out that he was the NFC's second-rated passer and fifth-rated punter in 1982.
Roger Staubach's 1979 card says he enjoys billiards.
A quarterback as a freshman and sophomore, Tulsa's Drew Pearson was not drafted by the NFL but latched on with the Cowboys as a free agent in 1973, says his 1977 card. "Establishing himself as the 'Mr. Clutch' receiver of pro football, he has uncanny ability to get open and catch the football in key situations."
Tom Rafferty's 1980 card says, "An exceptionally adept pulling guard, he also performs as snapper for field goals and extra points."
Herbert Scott's 1980 card says, "Herbert played tight end, tackle and guard for Virginia Union and was also a top-notch shot-putter."
Everson Walls's 1984 card: "Everson is the only player ever to lead the NFL in interceptions his first two years. A Pro Bowl participant in each of his 3 campaigns, he owns Pro Bowl record of 4 Thefts; 2 in 1982 and 2 in 1983 Classic. Everson earned a degree in accounting from Grambling."
"John (Dutton) is part-owner of a racquetball club," says his 1981 card. "A right defensive end with the Colts, John was moved to the left side upon joining the Cowboys in 1979. He switched to tackle last season and enjoyed a fine campaign at that post."
Rafael Septien's 1981 card says he has appeared in Mexican movies.
St. Louis Cardinals cards
UCLA's leading rusher in 1976 and 1978 was Theotis Brown, says his 1981 card.
Ken Greene's performance in a 1980 win over the Saints earned him a game ball, says his 1982 card.
Neil O'Donoghue's 1981 card reports that his 57-year field goal in 1976 set an Auburn record and that he enjoys going to the beach.
Pat Tilley, says his 1977 card, "has sure hands to go along with his excellent 4.3-second time in the 40-yard dash during his college days" at Louisiana Tech.
Dan Dierdorf "anchored club's offensive line that tied NFL record of allowing only 8 quarterback sacks in 1975," says his 1977 card. "Named to 7 All-America teams and was 2-time All-Big 10 at Michigan." His shoe size is 15, says his 1981 card, and "Dan has been a mainstay of the Cardinal line which allowd the fewest quarterback sacks in the NFL for 3 years."
"Drafted by Cardinals in 1974, Ike played a season (with Southern California Sun) in WFL before joining Big Red," Ike Harris's 1976 card says. "... Ike had 2 touchdown catches (for Iowa State) in 1972 Liberty Bowl Game vs. Georgia Tech."
Roger Wehrli was a stud high-school sprinter, says his 1981 card.
The Cardinals' first-round draft choice out of Miami in 1979, Ottis Anderson "gained 193 yards rushing in 1st NFL game, one short of league record," says his 1981 card. "Ottis became first Cardinal to win NFL Rookie honors since Johnny Roland in 1966. Ottis once appeared as an extra in a motion picture."
"Drafted by the Big Red in 5th round of 1972 college draft, Conrad was released during final cutdown before season opener but came back after the 2nd game and became starting guard," says Conrad Dobler's 1975 card. "Conrad played on both offensive and defensive lines at Wyoming."
"Nicknamed 'Crush' for his bruising tackles," according to his 1981 card, Rush Brown was selected all-rookie in 1980 after being a 10th-round draft pick out of Ball State, where he had been "a mainstay of one of the nation's top defenses."
Wayne Morris's 1982 card says he earned the team's "Greatest Effort" award for 1981.
Terry Metcalf's 1976 card: "The NFL's most dangerous offensive threat, Terry gained 2,462 yards on runs, receptions and kick runbacks in 1975, breaking by 20 yards the all-purpose record set by Mack Herron of the New England Patriots in 1974."
Ottis Anderson, the Cardinals' first-round pick out of the University of Miami in 1979, became the team's all-time leading rusher in his third NFL season, says his 1982 card.
Ken Greene's performance in a 1980 win over the Saints earned him a game ball, says his 1982 card.
Neil O'Donoghue's 1981 card reports that his 57-year field goal in 1976 set an Auburn record and that he enjoys going to the beach.
Pat Tilley, says his 1977 card, "has sure hands to go along with his excellent 4.3-second time in the 40-yard dash during his college days" at Louisiana Tech.
Dan Dierdorf "anchored club's offensive line that tied NFL record of allowing only 8 quarterback sacks in 1975," says his 1977 card. "Named to 7 All-America teams and was 2-time All-Big 10 at Michigan." His shoe size is 15, says his 1981 card, and "Dan has been a mainstay of the Cardinal line which allowd the fewest quarterback sacks in the NFL for 3 years."
"Drafted by Cardinals in 1974, Ike played a season (with Southern California Sun) in WFL before joining Big Red," Ike Harris's 1976 card says. "... Ike had 2 touchdown catches (for Iowa State) in 1972 Liberty Bowl Game vs. Georgia Tech."
Roger Wehrli was a stud high-school sprinter, says his 1981 card.
The Cardinals' first-round draft choice out of Miami in 1979, Ottis Anderson "gained 193 yards rushing in 1st NFL game, one short of league record," says his 1981 card. "Ottis became first Cardinal to win NFL Rookie honors since Johnny Roland in 1966. Ottis once appeared as an extra in a motion picture."
"Drafted by the Big Red in 5th round of 1972 college draft, Conrad was released during final cutdown before season opener but came back after the 2nd game and became starting guard," says Conrad Dobler's 1975 card. "Conrad played on both offensive and defensive lines at Wyoming."
"Nicknamed 'Crush' for his bruising tackles," according to his 1981 card, Rush Brown was selected all-rookie in 1980 after being a 10th-round draft pick out of Ball State, where he had been "a mainstay of one of the nation's top defenses."
Wayne Morris's 1982 card says he earned the team's "Greatest Effort" award for 1981.
Terry Metcalf's 1976 card: "The NFL's most dangerous offensive threat, Terry gained 2,462 yards on runs, receptions and kick runbacks in 1975, breaking by 20 yards the all-purpose record set by Mack Herron of the New England Patriots in 1974."
Ottis Anderson, the Cardinals' first-round pick out of the University of Miami in 1979, became the team's all-time leading rusher in his third NFL season, says his 1982 card.
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