Happy Birthday to a Lakeshore Legend
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Happy Birthday to a Lakeshore Legend

You know the Kansas Comet, Sweetness, and the Refrigerator.  Today, meet Fishhook Fingers.  He’s a living Chicago Bears legend, and not long ago, our Head Research Librarian and noted football historian Chris Willis sat down … MORE ►

TDIF: NFL’s First Playoff Game
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TDIF: NFL’s First Playoff Game

On this date in football eighty years ago, the NFL’s first ever playoff game was held between the Chicago Bears and Portsmouth Spartans.  Played indoors due to a major snowstorm, the game was also regarded … MORE ►

Week 13 of ‘NFL Turning Point’ – First Look
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Week 13 of ‘NFL Turning Point’ – First Look

This week on “NFL Turning Point”, we feature the Steelers’ win over the Ravens, the Seahawks’ win over the Bears, and Matthew Stafford and Calvin Johnson mic’d up against the Colts.  Don’t miss an … MORE ►

Reineking Recalls: Barry’s Best Runs
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Reineking Recalls: Barry’s Best Runs

Editor’s Note: Jim Reineking is an editor for NFL.com.  Here’s his top 5 list of legendary running back Barry Sanders’ greatest touchdown runs.

“Barry Sanders: A Football Life” debuts on NFL Network tonight at 8 MORE ►

TDIF: Walter Payton Runs Into Record Books
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TDIF: Walter Payton Runs Into Record Books

On this date in football thirty-five years ago, Walter Payton rushed for a stunning 275 yards during a game against the Minnesota Vikings – an NFL record for rushing yards in a game. Developing the … MORE ►

TDIF: Nathan Vasher’s 108-Yard TD Return
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TDIF: Nathan Vasher’s 108-Yard TD Return

On this date in football seven years ago, Chicago’s Nathan Vasher returned a missed field goal for a 108-yard touchdown – tying for the second longest play in NFL history behind Antonio Cromartie’s 109-yard touchdown … MORE ►

Thursday Night Football: Fantasy Tips from the Playbook War Room
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Thursday Night Football: Fantasy Tips from the Playbook War Room

This week, Thursday Night Football features two division rivals with explosive offenses. The Bears showcased their new ‘three-headed monster’ to the tune of 41 points against the Colts last week, while the Packers were held … MORE ►

Best NFL Films Shots of Week 1
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Best NFL Films Shots of Week 1

Tomorrow in Green Bay, Week 2 begins with Thursday Night Football action on NFL Network as the Packers and Bears renew their ancient rivalry.

Before you tune in for the first TNF game of the … MORE ►

This Day in Football: The First Instant Replay
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This Day in Football: The First Instant Replay

On this date in football twenty-six years ago, the Cleveland Browns became the first team in NFL history to have a play reviewed by instant replay.  Since coaches were not able to protest a call … MORE ►

This Day in Football: Walter Payton was born
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This Day in Football: Walter Payton was born

On this date in 1954, one of the greatest running backs in NFL history was born – Walter Payton. Payton played the game like no other. In 2011, he was featured in NFL Films’ A MORE ►