The Los Angeles Chargers have a very distinctive history in professional football. Founded in 1959 as a charter member of the American Football League, the Chargers began play in Los Angeles in 1960, moved to San Diego in 1961, and returned to Los Angeles in 2017. The franchise has produced Hall of Fame players, innovative coaches, record-setting quarterbacks and one of the most influential offensive systems in NFL history. The Birth of the Chargers The Chargers were awarded to Los Angeles on August 14, 1959, as one of the eight original AFL franchises. They began their first season in 1960. The team’s founding owner was Barron Hilton, who purchased the franchise rights for $25,000. Hilton also held a contest to select the team’s name, with “Chargers” ultimately being chosen. The Chargers immediately became one of the AFL’s most competitive teams under head coach Sid Gillman. They won five division titles during their first six seasons and captured the 1963 AFL Championship. Chargers Owners The franchise has had several ownership eras. Barron Hilton — 1960–1966 Hilton was the Chargers’ founding owner and the person who brought the franchise into existence. His Chargers won the 1963 AFL Championship and helped establish the club as one of the AFL’s strongest organizations. Eugene V. Klein and the ownership group — 1966–1984 In 1966, Hilton sold the Chargers to a group headed by Eugene V. Klein and Sam Schulman. Klein became the club’s principal owner. The Klein era eventually produced the famous “Air Coryell” Chargers. Klein hired Don Coryell during the 1978 season, and the Chargers became one of the NFL’s premier offensive teams. Alex Spanos — 1984–2018 Alex Spanos purchased controlling interest in the Chargers from Klein in 1984. He subsequently acquired additional shares and became the dominant owner of the franchise. Spanos’ ownership included the team’s 1994 AFC championship and its appearance in Super Bowl XXIX following the 1994 season. Dean Spanos — Controlling owner Alex Spanos turned day-to-day control of the organization over to his son Dean Spanos in the 1990s. Dean became the team’s controlling owner and chairman and led the franchise through its move back to Los Angeles in 2017. The Chargers remain a Spanos family-owned franchise. Every Stadium the Chargers Have Called Home The Chargers have had an unusually varied stadium history because of their move from Los Angeles to San Diego and eventually back to Los Angeles. Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum — 1960 The original Los Angeles Chargers played their inaugural 1960 season at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. That first season established the Chargers as an exciting AFL franchise before the team relocated to San Diego. Balboa Stadium — San Diego — 1961–1966 The Chargers moved to San Diego for the 1961 season and played at Balboa Stadium. This became the franchise’s first San Diego home. San Diego Stadium — 1967–2016 The Chargers moved into the newly constructed San Diego Stadium in 1967. The facility subsequently carried several names: San Diego Stadium Jack Murphy Stadium Qualcomm Stadium The Chargers spent nearly five decades playing their home games at the facility. There was one unusual exception in 2003, when a Chargers home game was played at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona, because of the Cedar Fire in San Diego. Dignity Health Sports Park — Carson — 2017–2019 When the franchise returned to Los Angeles in 2017, the Chargers initially played at the small Carson venue then known as StubHub Center. It was renamed Dignity Health Sports Park in 2019. The Chargers played there through the 2019 season while their permanent Los Angeles stadium was being constructed. SoFi Stadium — Inglewood — 2020–present The Chargers moved into SoFi Stadium in 2020. They share the stadium with the Los Angeles Rams, making SoFi Stadium the current home of both Los Angeles NFL franchises. The Chargers’ first season at the facility began a new chapter in the franchise’s history. Chargers in the Pro Football Hall of Fame There is an important distinction in discussing Chargers Hall of Famers. The Pro Football Hall of Fame identifies 16 franchise members associated with the Chargers through the 2025 season. However, some of those individuals earned their Hall of Fame recognition largely or partly through careers with other organizations. For this article, the focus is on players and coaches whose Chargers careers are central to their Chargers legacy. Lance Alworth Position: Wide receiver Chargers: 1962–1970 Hall of Fame: 1978 Alworth was the first Chargers player elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. He became one of the AFL’s great deep threats and was a centerpiece of the Chargers’ championship-era teams. Ron Mix Position: Offensive tackle Chargers: 1960–1969 Hall of Fame: 1979 Mix was one of the dominant offensive linemen of the AFL era and played a major role in protecting Chargers quarterbacks during the club’s early success. Sid Gillman Position: Head coach Chargers: 1960–1971 Hall of Fame: 1983 Gillman helped establish the Chargers as an offensive innovator. His coaching philosophy emphasized sophisticated passing concepts and helped influence generations of NFL coaches. Dan Fouts Position: Quarterback Chargers: 1973–1987 Hall of Fame: 1993 Fouts became the defining quarterback of the Air Coryell era. His combination of arm strength, accuracy and aggressive downfield passing made him one of the NFL’s most prolific quarterbacks. Kellen Winslow Position: Tight end Chargers: 1979–1987 Hall of Fame: 1995 Winslow revolutionized the possibilities of the tight end position. His receiving ability made him a critical component of the Chargers’ high-powered offense. Charlie Joiner Position: Wide receiver Chargers: 1976–1986 Hall of Fame: 1996 Joiner was one of the key members of the Chargers’ receiving corps and became one of the most productive receivers of his era. Fred Dean … Continue reading The History of the NFL Chargers: From the AFL to the Los Angeles Era
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Arizona Cardinals: A History of the NFL’s Oldest Continuous Franchise
The Arizona Cardinals are one of the most historic franchises in professional football. Their story began in Chicago more than a century ago, continued through St. Louis, moved to Phoenix, and eventually reached the present-day home in Glendale, Arizona. The Cardinals are the oldest continuously operating professional football franchise. The organization traces its roots to the Morgan Athletic Club, founded in Chicago in 1898. The team became the Chicago Cardinals and joined the NFL as a charter member in 1920. Over the decades, the franchise has been known as the Chicago Cardinals, Card-Pitt, St. Louis Cardinals, Phoenix Cardinals and Arizona Cardinals. The Cardinals have won two NFL championships, in 1925 and 1947, and their greatest modern achievement came when they won the NFC Championship in 2008 and advanced to Super Bowl XLIII. The Beginning: From Morgan Athletic Club to the Cardinals The franchise began in Chicago in 1898 as the Morgan Athletic Club. Chris O’Brien became one of the central figures in establishing the organization. The team eventually became known as the Cardinals because of the color of its uniforms. Rather than abandoning an old set of uniforms, O’Brien reportedly described their color as “Cardinal red,” and the nickname remained. In 1920, the Cardinals became one of the original members of the American Professional Football Association, which soon became the National Football League. That makes the Cardinals one of the two surviving franchises from the original 1920 NFL, along with the Chicago Bears. Cardinals Franchise Names Through the Years 1898–1920 — Morgan Athletic Club and early Chicago Cardinals 1920–1943 — Chicago Cardinals 1944 — Card-Pitt During World War II, the Cardinals temporarily combined with the Pittsburgh Steelers because of the shortage of available players. 1945–1959 — Chicago Cardinals 1960–1987 — St. Louis Cardinals 1988–1993 — Phoenix Cardinals 1994–present — Arizona Cardinals The franchise’s geographic journey is one of the most unusual in NFL history. All Cardinals Owners The Cardinals have had a relatively small number of ownership groups compared with their age, largely because of the remarkable length of the Bidwill family’s ownership. All Cardinals Owners Chris O’Brien 1898–1929 Chris O’Brien was the principal early owner and one of the foundational figures of the franchise. He sold the Chicago Cardinals to David Jones in 1929. David Jones 1929–1932 Jones owned the Cardinals for approximately three years before selling the franchise to Charles W. Bidwill. Charles W. Bidwill Sr. 1932–1947 Charles Bidwill purchased the Cardinals in 1932 and began what became the NFL’s longest-running family ownership tradition. Bidwill died in 1947, before seeing the Cardinals win the NFL championship that season. He was later inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Violet Bidwill Wolfner 1947–1962 Following Charles Bidwill’s death, his widow, Violet Bidwill, became owner. Violet was a remarkable figure in NFL history. She was the Violet Bidwill Wolfner history and guided the Cardinals to the 1947 NFL championship during her first season as owner. She also oversaw the franchise during its 1948 division championship season and eventually made the decision to move the Cardinals from Chicago to St. Louis in 1960. Charles “Stormy” Bidwill Jr. and William “Bill” Bidwill 1962–1972 After Violet Bidwill died in 1962, her sons Charles Jr. and Bill inherited the Cardinals. The brothers operated the franchise together for approximately a decade. William V. “Bill” Bidwill. 1972–2019 Bill Bidwill purchased his brother’s share in 1972 and became the Cardinals’ sole owner. His ownership included the team’s final years in St. Louis, the relocation to Arizona in 1988, the Phoenix Cardinals era, the transition to the Arizona Cardinals name in 1994, and the team’s first Super Bowl appearance. Under Bill Bidwill, the Cardinals moved from Sun Devil Stadium to their present-day home in 2006. Michael Bidwill 2019–present Michael Bidwill became owner following the death of his father, Bill Bidwill, in 2019. Michael had previously served as Cardinals president and had been heavily involved in the development of the team’s modern business and stadium operations. The Bidwill family therefore has maintained ownership of the Cardinals for more than nine decades. Every Stadium Called Home by the Cardinals Few NFL franchises have had a more complicated history of home stadiums. Normal Park — Chicago 1920–1921 and 1926–1928 Normal Park was one of the Cardinals’ earliest NFL home fields. The Cardinals returned there after playing elsewhere during part of the 1920s. Comiskey Park — Chicago 1922–1925, 1929–1930 and 1939–1958 Comiskey Park, primarily associated with Major League Baseball’s Chicago White Sox, served as a major Cardinals home for many years. It was also the site of the Cardinals’ dramatic 1947 NFL Championship victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. Wrigley Field — Chicago 1931–1938 The Cardinals played their home games at Wrigley Field, the famous home of baseball’s Chicago Cubs. For several seasons, Wrigley Field therefore served as a home for two NFL teams as well as the Cubs. Soldier Field — Chicago 1959 The Cardinals played four home games at Soldier Field during their final season in Chicago. Metropolitan Stadium — Bloomington, Minnesota 1959 The Cardinals also played two home games at Metropolitan Stadium during their final season before moving to St. Louis. Forbes Field — Pittsburgh 1944 During the temporary Card-Pitt merger with the Steelers, several games were played at Pittsburgh’s Forbes Field. Busch Stadium — St. Louis 1960–1965 When the Cardinals moved from Chicago to St. Louis in 1960, they played at the baseball Cardinals’ Busch Stadium, then known as Sportsman’s Park. Busch Memorial Stadium — St. Louis 1966–1987 The Cardinals moved into the new Busch Memorial Stadium in downtown St. Louis in 1966. The St. Louis Cardinals enjoyed some of their strongest regular-season success during the 1970s, winning NFC Eastern Division championships in 1974 and 1975. Sun Devil Stadium — Tempe, Arizona 1988–2005 The franchise moved from St. Louis to Arizona in 1988 and initially played at Arizona State University’s Sun Devil Stadium. The team was known as the Phoenix Cardinals… Continue reading Arizona Cardinals: A History of the NFL’s Oldest Continuous Franchise
The Complete History of Jeff George
Jeff George (born December 8, 1967) is a former American football quarterback who played 12 seasons in the National Football League (NFL). Known for possessing what many consider to be one of the strongest arms in league history, George was the first overall pick in the 1990 NFL Draft. Over his career, he threw for 27,602 passing yards, 154 touchdowns, and 113 interceptions. Early Life and College Career Born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana, George was a standout quarterback at Warren Central High School. He began his college career at Purdue University (1986–1987) before transferring to the University of Illinois. At Illinois, he flourished under head coach John Mackovic, winning the Sammy Baugh Trophy in 1989 as the nation’s top collegiate passer. The 1990 NFL Draft Entering the 1990 NFL Draft, George was the consensus top quarterback prospect. The Atlanta Falcons originally held the first overall pick, but because they already had a franchise quarterback in Chris Miller, the Chris Miller Indianapolis Colts (George’s hometown team) traded up to acquire the selection. The Colts sent Miller and multiple draft picks to Atlanta in exchange for the rights to draft George, making him a hometown hero. Indianapolis Colts (1990–1993) George’s tenure with the Colts featured flashes of brilliance mixed with team struggles. In 1992, he led the Colts to an AFC East division title under head coach Ted Marchibroda. However, George eventually developed a reputation for being difficult to coach and fell out with Marchibroda, leading to his benching in favor of Jim Harbaugh. In March 1994, the Colts traded George back to the Atlanta Falcons in exchange for first- and third-round draft picks. Atlanta Falcons (1994–1996) Reunited with the Falcons, George was tasked with running head coach June Jones’ “Run-and-Shoot” offense. In 1995, he enjoyed a highly productive year, throwing for 4,143 yards and leading the Falcons to their first playoff appearance in several seasons. However, his time in Atlanta is most famously remembered for a public confrontation with his coach. On September 22, 1996, during a nationally televised game, cameras caught George getting into a heated, shouting argument on the sidelines with June Jones. Following the incident, George was benched, suspended, and eventually waived by the Falcons in October 1996. Oakland Raiders (1997–1998) George signed with the Oakland Raiders in 1997 and found a new lease on his career. Working under quarterbacks coach Bill Musgrave, George had arguably the finest statistical season of his career. In 1997, he threw for 3,917 yards, a career-high 29 touchdowns, and only nine interceptions, earning a 91.2 passer rating. His yardage total led the entire NFL that season, marking the peak of his individual accolades. Minnesota Vikings (1999) In 1999, George joined the Minnesota Vikings, stepping in as the starter for a high-powered offense featuring future Hall of Famers Randy Moss and Cris Carter. He went 8-2 in 10 regular-season starts, throwing for 2,816 yards and 23 touchdowns. His deep-ball accuracy perfectly complemented the Vikings’ explosive receiving corps. In the 1999 NFC Divisional Playoff game against the St. Louis Rams’ “Greatest Show on Turf,” George threw for 423 yards and four touchdowns in a thrilling, high-scoring 49-37 loss. Washington Redskins and Retirement (2000–2004) George signed with the Washington Redskins in 2000, starting 11 games and posting a 6-5 record. He played his final NFL snaps for Washington in 2001. After leaving Washington, he attempted several comebacks, signing with the Seattle Seahawks as a backup in 2002 and with the Chicago Bears in 2004 to back up Chad Hutchinson, but he did not see regular-season action for either team. Legacy and Post-NFL Life Jeff George concluded his 12-season NFL career with a 46-78 record as a starting quarterback. While critics often pointed to his lack of sustained team success and clashes with coaches, his undeniable physical talent left a lasting impression on peers and fans, who frequently cite him as having one of the greatest pure throwing arms the league has ever seen. Since retiring, George has remained connected to the sport and his community. In 2022, he was inducted into the University of Illinois Athletics Hall of Fame. He has made occasional media appearances and engaged in charitable efforts, such as helping foster families. The football legacy continues in his family; his son, Jeff George Jr., played college football as a quarterback at institutions including the University of Pittsburgh and the University of Illinois. Views: 1
Tampa Bay Buccaneers: From Expansion Team to Two-Time Super Bowl
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers entered the National Football League in 1976 as the NFL’s 27th franchise. Their early years were famously difficult, but the organization eventually transformed itself into a two-time Super Bowl champion with a distinctive defensive identity and some of the greatest players and coaches in NFL history. From the days of Tampa Stadium to today’s Raymond James Stadium, the Buccaneers have built a history that includes Hall of Fame players, championship defenses, two Super Bowl victories and some of the most memorable moments in modern NFL football. The Birth of the Buccaneers Tampa Bay was awarded an NFL franchise on April 24, 1974, with the team scheduled to begin play in 1976. Hugh Culverhouse became the franchise’s owner, and legendary University of Southern California coach John McKay was hired as the first head coach. The Buccaneers’ first season was an extraordinary struggle. Tampa Bay finished 0-14 in 1976, and the team lost its first 26 games over its first two seasons. The breakthrough finally came on December 11, 1977, when Tampa Bay defeated the New Orleans Saints. Just two seasons later, the Buccaneers had gone from an expansion team without a victory to an NFC Central Division champion and NFC Championship Game participant. Buccaneers Owners Hugh Culverhouse — 1974-1994 Hugh Culverhouse was the original owner of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He guided the franchise through its formative years and was the owner when Tampa Bay made its remarkable 1979 and 1981 playoff runs. Culverhouse’s ownership established the Buccaneers as an NFL franchise in Tampa Bay and provided the foundation for everything that followed. Malcolm Glazer — 1995-2013 Malcolm Glazer purchased the Buccaneers in January 1995. His arrival began the most dramatic transformation in franchise history. Under Glazer, Tampa Bay returned to the playoffs in 1997 after a 15-year postseason drought. He later made the aggressive decision to acquire head coach Jon Gruden from the Oakland Raiders before the 2002 season. That move was followed by the greatest season in franchise history to that point: Tampa Bay won Super Bowl XXXVII. Glazer remained owner and president through 2013. He died in 2014. The Glazer Family — 2014-Present Following Malcolm Glazer’s death, ownership remained with the Glazer family. The Buccaneers’ current ownership group includes Bryan Glazer, Joel Glazer, Edward Glazer, Avram Glazer and Darcie Glazer Kassewitz. The team’s official front office lists Bryan, Edward and Joel as owners/co-chairmen, Avram as an owner and Darcie Glazer Kassewitz as owner/chairman of the Buccaneers Foundation. Under the Glazer family, Tampa Bay won its second Super Bowl following the 2020 season, defeating the Kansas City Chiefs 31-9 in Super Bowl LV. Every Stadium the Buccaneers Have Called Home Tampa Stadium — 1976-1995 Tampa Stadium was the original home of the Buccaneers. The team played its first home game there in 1976. The stadium became closely associated with the early Buccaneers, including the dramatic rise from an 0-26 team to a division champion. Houlihan’s Stadium — 1996-1997 Tampa Stadium was renamed Houlihan’s Stadium during the 1990s. The Buccaneers played their final regular-season game in the facility in 1997. Tampa Bay defeated the Detroit Lions 20-10 in that game, which also gave the franchise its first playoff victory since 1979. Raymond James Stadium — 1998-Present Raymond James Stadium opened in 1998 and became the Buccaneers’ permanent home. The first Buccaneers regular-season game there came on September 20, 1998, against the Chicago Bears. Tampa Bay rallied from a 15-0 halftime deficit to win 27-15. The stadium has since hosted some of the most important games in franchise history, including the Buccaneers’ Super Bowl-era seasons. Buccaneers in the Pro Football Hall of Fame The Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Tampa Bay team listing identifies the franchise with 11 Hall of Famers overall, including players and coaches. For this article, the focus is on players whose Hall of Fame careers are directly associated with their Buccaneers accomplishments, rather than simply listing every Hall of Famer who spent time in Tampa Bay. Lee Roy Selmon — Defensive End Buccaneers: 1976-1984 Lee Roy Selmon was the first player ever drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and became the first Buccaneer elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, in 1995. Selmon was the cornerstone of Tampa Bay’s original defense and became one of the greatest defensive ends of his generation. His Buccaneers accomplishments included: Six Pro Bowls 78.5 career sacks NFL Defensive Player of the Year, 1979 First-ever Buccaneers draft selection Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 1995 His No. 63 is retired by Tampa Bay. Warren Sapp — Defensive Tackle Buccaneers: 1995-2003 Warren Sapp became the centerpiece of Tampa Bay’s dominant defense during the team’s great resurgence of the 1990s and early 2000s. He was selected to seven Pro Bowls and was named the NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 1999. Sapp was a major part of the Buccaneers’ championship defense and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2013. His No. 99 is retired by Tampa Bay. Derrick Brooks — Linebacker Buccaneers: 1995-2008 Derrick Brooks was one of the most important players in Buccaneers history. Drafted in the first round of the 1995 NFL Draft, Brooks spent his entire 14-year NFL career in Tampa Bay. He accumulated 2,198 tackles, 25 interceptions and 13.5 sacks as a Buccaneer. Brooks was a key leader of the defense that won Super Bowl XXXVII and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014. His No. 55 is retired. John Lynch — Safety Buccaneers: 1992-2003 John Lynch was drafted by Tampa Bay in 1993 and eventually became the anchor of the secondary. He made nine Pro Bowls and was an important member of the championship defense. The Pro Football Hall of Fame specifically identifies Lynch’s Tampa Bay years as central to his Hall of Fame career. Lynch was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2021. Rondé Barber — Cornerback Buccaneers: 1997-2012 Rondé Barber spent his entire playing career with Tampa Bay. He became… Continue reading Tampa Bay Buccaneers: From Expansion Team to Two-Time Super Bowl
Cleveland Browns: A Complete History
Cleveland Browns: One of the NFL’s Most Historic Franchises: The Cleveland Browns are one of the most distinctive franchises in professional football. Founded in 1946 as a member of the All-America Football Conference (AAFC), the Browns immediately established themselves as a football powerhouse. They won the AAFC championship in all four seasons of that league’s existence before joining the National Football League in 1950. Their success continued in the NFL. Cleveland reached the NFL Championship Game in each of its first six NFL seasons and won championships in 1950, 1954 and 1955. The Browns added another NFL championship in 1964, giving the franchise four NFL championships. Including their four AAFC titles, Cleveland has won eight league championships. The Browns’ history includes legendary players such as Otto Graham, Jim Brown, Lou Groza, Marion Motley, Ozzie Newsome and Otto Graham, Jim Brown, Lou Groza, Marion Motley, Ozzie Newsome, along with Hall of Fame coach and franchise founder Paul Brown. Paul Brown The Browns began play in 1946 in the AAFC. Businessman Arthur “Mickey” McBride was the principal owner, and he hired Paul Brown as head coach and general manager. Paul Brown quickly built the Browns into a revolutionary football organization. He emphasized year-round coaching, systematic scouting, film study, playbooks and detailed preparation. His Browns won four consecutive AAFC championships from 1946 through 1949. When the AAFC folded, Cleveland entered the NFL in 1950. The Browns immediately proved they belonged. In their first NFL season, they went to the championship game and defeated the Los Angeles Rams to win the NFL championship. Cleveland continued to dominate throughout the early 1950s. Cleveland Browns Owners The Browns have had several ownership eras since their founding. Arthur “Mickey” McBride — 1946–1952 Arthur B. McBride was the original owner and one of the principal figures responsible for bringing professional football back to Cleveland after World War II. McBride hired Paul Brown to build the franchise. The decision proved enormously important, as Brown established one of the most successful organizations in early professional football. David Jones and Ellis Ryan — 1953–1960 Ownership changed in the early 1950s, with David Jones and Ellis Ryan holding ownership interests in the club. Jones served as president and became the majority owner, while Ryan remained a partial owner. Art Modell — 1961–1995 Arthur B. “Art” Modell purchased the Browns in 1961 for approximately $4 million. Modell owned the team for more than three decades. During his ownership, Cleveland won the 1964 NFL Championship, led by Jim Brown and a strong defense. Modell’s ownership ultimately became one of the most controversial chapters in Browns history. In 1995, he announced plans to move the franchise to Baltimore. The NFL and the city of Cleveland subsequently reached an agreement that preserved the Browns’ name, colors and history in Cleveland. The Baltimore organization became a new franchise, the Ravens, while Cleveland received an expansion Browns team beginning in 1999. NFL Trust — 1996–1998 Following the move announcement and before the new Browns returned to the field, the inactive Cleveland franchise was held in an NFL trust. Cleveland did not field a team during the 1996–1998 seasons. Al Lerner — 1999–2001 Al Lerner became the owner of the re-established Cleveland Browns. Under Lerner, the Browns returned to the NFL in 1999 and moved into a newly constructed stadium on the same general lakefront site where the old Cleveland Municipal Stadium had stood. Randy Lerner — 2002–2011 Randy Lerner, Al Lerner’s son, took over ownership following his father’s death. The Browns made the playoffs in 2002 during the Lerner era, their first postseason appearance since returning to the NFL. Jimmy and Dee Haslam — 2012–present Jimmy Haslam and Dee Haslam purchased the Browns in 2012. The NFL approved the sale in October 2012. The Haslams remain the controlling owners of the franchise. In 2025, Pro Football Hall of Fame defensive back Charles Woodson became a limited partner in the Browns’ ownership group, the first minority owner added since the Haslams became controlling owners. Every Stadium the Browns Have Called Home Cleveland Municipal Stadium — 1946–1995 The Browns’ original and longest-serving home was Cleveland Municipal Stadium, commonly called Municipal Stadium or Cleveland Stadium. The Browns played there from their 1946 AAFC debut through the 1995 season. They also occasionally played games at the smaller League Park during their earliest seasons, particularly before 1947. Municipal Stadium was the setting for many of the greatest moments of the early Browns dynasty, including championship games and the Browns’ 1964 NFL championship season. Browns home: 1946–1995 League Park — Early Browns Home Games Although Cleveland Municipal Stadium was the principal Browns home, League Park was also used during the early AAFC years. The Browns played weekday games at League Park during their earliest seasons, while larger crowds were accommodated at Municipal Stadium for weekends and holidays. Browns use: primarily 1946–1947 Cleveland Browns Stadium — 1999–2012 and 2023–2024 After Cleveland received the re-established Browns franchise, a new stadium was constructed on the site of the former Municipal Stadium. It opened in 1999 and was originally named Cleveland Browns Stadium. The stadium underwent a succession of corporate naming arrangements over the years. FirstEnergy Stadium — 2013–2022 Beginning in 2013, the stadium was renamed FirstEnergy Stadium. Cleveland Browns Stadium — 2023–2024 The building temporarily returned to the name Cleveland Browns Stadium before another naming-rights agreement was reached. Huntington Bank Field — 2024–present In September 2024, the Browns announced a 20-year naming-rights partnership with Huntington Bank. The stadium was officially renamed Huntington Bank Field. Browns Home Stadium Timeline Years Stadium 1946–1995 Cleveland Municipal Stadium 1946–1947, selected games League Park 1999–2012 Cleveland Browns Stadium 2013–2022 FirstEnergy Stadium 2023–2024 Cleveland Browns Stadium 2024–present Huntington Bank Field Browns in the Hall of Fame The Cleveland Browns organization identifies 18 members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame in its principal Browns Hall of Fame group. This list includes Hall of Famers whose Cleveland Browns accomplishments form… Continue reading Cleveland Browns: A Complete History
NFL CONFIDENCE PICK SHEET WEEK 4 10/01-04-05/2026
EARLY SUNDAY GAME For those of you who are new here. This is how confidence ranking goes, let me explain. If we were playing an office pool,(which we ARE NOT). The object is to score the most points. To obtain the score YOU rank the teams by how confident you are a team will win its game. EXAMPLE: Say this week we have 16 games. The team you are most confident will win you would assign the number 16 and follow down to the team you are least confident in and assign that number 1. You add up the TOTAL CORRECT PICKS.. That would be your score. We use the Monday night (Last game played) as a TIE BREAKER. The tie is broken by the closest to the total (that is the COMBINED score of the two participating teams) final score, without going over. YOU can adopt the scoring described above. Or, the optional method. A negative score for missed games. We will continue to get a positive score for correct predictions. EXAMPLE: if you scored 1 pt on the first game and you had 15 pts on the second game and lost you would still have 1 pt. 1. HOWEVER. with the same scenario new scoring system would result with a –14 score If we were playing this is how my sheet would look; My pick will be in bold Capital letters. you can use circling, underlining, or highlighting. I will show my correct points in Bold I will fill in my picks Thursday. Until then feel free to: Just copy and paste for your own Fun Pool Use. Or to see if you can beat me. IF YOU SEE I MADE A MIS-COPY OF THE GAMES AND TIMES FEEL FREE TO EMAIL ME AND TELL ME I GOOFED. BYES: NONE TRIVIA TIME: What was the name of the first player ever drafted by the NFL? Answer below pick sheet All Times EDT (As You all know EDT is really AST [Atlantic Standard Time .:Politicians just don’t know how to tell the truth. GAME TV VISITOR SCORE HOME SCORE CONFIDENCE RUNNING SCORE THURSDAY 10/01/26 20:20 1 PRIME VIDEO STEELERS (2–1) .24 Browns (2–1) 27 5 0/5 SUNDAY 10/04/26 09:30 2 NFL COLTS(1–2) 30 @ Commanders (1–2) 13 10 10/5 SUNDAY 10/04/26 13:00 3 CBS Titans (0–3) 18 @ RAVENS (2–1) 24 16 36/11 4 CBS Patriots (1–2) 29 @ BILLS(3–0) 26 13 36/2 5 FOX Jets (1–2) 12 @ BEARS(2–1) 23 8 47/6 6 CBS Jaguars (2–1) 22 @ BENGALS(2–1) 17 3 47/3 7 FOX Cowboys (1–2) 34 @ TEXANS (0–3) 13 7 47/4 8 CBS CARDINALS (1–2) 24 @ Giants (2–1) 36 2 47/6 9 FOX RAMS (1–2) 24 @ Eagles (2–1) 20 6 53/0 10 FOX PACKERS (1–2) 17 @ Buccaneers (0–3) 14 9 62/9 . SUNDAY 10/04/26 16:05 11 FOX Dolphins (0–3) 19 @ VIKINGS (3–0) 24 15 77/24 SUNDAY 10/04/26 16:25 12 CBS CHIEFS (3–0) 30 @ Raiders (3–0) 27 12 89/36 13 CBS Chargers (0–3) 23 @ SEAHAWKS (2–1) 30 14 103/50 14 CBS Broncos (2–1) 14 @ 49’ERS(3-0) 24 14 117/64 SUNDAY 10/04/26 20:20 15 NBC LIONS (2-1) . @ Panthers (1–2) . 11 / MONDAY 10/05/26 20:15 16 ESPN Falcons (1–2) . @ SAINTS (1–2) . 1 / GAMES Points Possible 136 Tie Break (Total score last game) 43 Total Points off – TRIVIA ANSWER Jay Berwanger Views: 0
Denver Broncos History:
Denver Broncos History: Owners, Stadiums, Hall of Famers, MVPs and the Broncos Legacy The Denver Broncos are one of the most recognizable franchises in professional football. Founded in 1959 as a charter member of the American Football League, the Broncos began play in 1960 and joined the National Football League when the AFL and NFL merged in 1970. The early years were difficult. Denver struggled through most of its first decade, finishing the AFL era with a 39-97-4 record. But the franchise eventually transformed itself into one of the NFL’s most successful organizations. The Broncos have won three Super Bowls—XXXII, XXXIII and 50—and have captured AFC championships in 1977, 1986, 1987, 1989, 1997, 1998, 2013 and 2015. The Birth of the Denver Broncos The Broncos were founded by Bob Howsam, who received an AFL franchise for Denver in 1959. Howsam had experience in professional baseball and had been involved in developing Bears Stadium, which would become the Broncos’ first regular home. The Broncos played their first regular-season game on September 9, 1960, defeating the Boston Patriots 13-10. That game was the first game ever played in the history of the American Football League. The Howsam family’s ownership lasted only briefly. Howsam sold his interest to a group headed by Gerald H. Phipps and Cal Kunz in 1961. Denver Broncos Ownership History The Broncos have had several ownership groups since their creation. Bob Howsam — 1959-1961 Robert “Bob” Howsam was the founder and original owner of the Broncos. He brought professional football to Denver by obtaining the AFL franchise. His first Broncos team went 4-9-1 in 1960, but the organization he created eventually became one of the NFL’s most successful franchises. Cal Kunz — 1961-1964 Cal Kunz became part of the ownership group that purchased the Broncos from Howsam in 1961. Kunz was an important member of the early Denver ownership group. Gerald and Allan Phipps — 1961-1981 Gerald H. Phipps and his brother Allan Phipps became the dominant owners of the Broncos. Gerald Phipps purchased the club in 1965 and became one of the most important figures in early Broncos history. Under his ownership, the team experienced its first winning season in 1973 and eventually reached its first playoffs and first Super Bowl in 1977. Gerald Phipps was later inducted into the Broncos Ring of Fame. Edgar Kaiser Jr. — 1981-1984 Edgar Kaiser Jr., a member of the Kaiser family, purchased the Broncos from the Phipps ownership group in 1981. His ownership lasted only a few seasons, but it directly preceded the beginning of the greatest ownership era in franchise history. Pat Bowlen — 1984-2019 Pat Bowlen became majority owner of the Broncos in 1984 and eventually acquired 100 percent ownership. Bowlen’s ownership lasted more than three decades and included: 7 AFC championships 3 Super Bowl championships 21 winning seasons 18 playoff appearances 7 Super Bowl appearances Bowlen was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2019 as a contributor. His ownership era included the Broncos’ greatest sustained period of success. The Pat Bowlen Trust — 2019-2022 After Bowlen’s death in 2019, the franchise was operated through the Pat Bowlen Trust while the ownership succession process was completed. Joe Ellis served as the Broncos’ president and CEO during this transition. Walton-Penner Family Ownership Group — 2022-Present In 2022, the Broncos were purchased by the Walton-Penner Family Ownership Group. Rob Walton became the principal owner, while Greg Penner serves as chairman and CEO. The ownership group also includes Carrie Walton Penner and other investors. As of 2026, the Walton-Penner group remains the Broncos’ ownership group. Every Stadium the Broncos Have Called Home The Broncos have a particularly interesting stadium history because they spent their first 41 seasons almost entirely in one facility. Bears Stadium — 1960-1968 The Broncos began playing in Bears Stadium, which had originally been built in 1948 for the Denver Bears baseball club. When the Broncos entered the AFL, the stadium was expanded for professional football. It became the original home of the Denver Broncos. University of Denver Stadium — 1962 and 1963 The Broncos also used University of Denver Stadium, commonly known as Hilltop Stadium, for two home openers because Bears Stadium was unavailable. These were unusual exceptions rather than a permanent change of home field. Mile High Stadium — 1969-2000 Bears Stadium was renamed Denver Mile High Stadium in 1969. For decades, “Mile High” became almost synonymous with the Denver Broncos. The Broncos played virtually all of their home games there from 1960 through 2000. Their record in the building was 190-108-7. The stadium also became famous for its enormous crowds and intimidating home-field atmosphere. Invesco Field at Mile High — 2001-2011 In 2001, the Broncos moved into their new stadium adjacent to the old Mile High Stadium site. The new facility was initially called Invesco Field at Mile High. Sports Authority Field at Mile High — 2011-2018 The stadium was renamed Sports Authority Field at Mile High in 2011. Broncos Stadium at Mile High — 2018-2019 Following the end of the Sports Authority naming agreement, the facility temporarily became known as Broncos Stadium at Mile High. Empower Field at Mile High — 2019-Present In 2019, the stadium became Empower Field at Mile High under a 21-year naming-rights agreement. As of 2026, Empower Field remains the Broncos’ home stadium. The stadium holds approximately 76,000 fans and has continued the tradition of “Mile High” football in Denver. Broncos in the Pro Football Hall of Fame The Broncos have produced a remarkable collection of Pro Football Hall of Famers. For this list, the focus is on individuals whose Hall of Fame careers included their major Broncos accomplishments—not players whose Hall of Fame credentials were primarily earned with another franchise. John Elway… Continue reading Denver Broncos History:
Buffalo Bills: A Complete History of Buffalo’s NFL Franchise
The Buffalo Bills are one of professional football’s most distinctive franchises. Born in the American Football League in 1959, the Bills became one of the AFL’s early powers, survived difficult decades, produced one of the greatest teams of the 1990s, and eventually became the first team in NFL history to reach four consecutive Super Bowls. The franchise has had only two ownership groups, but a long succession of coaches, several different home venues, Hall of Fame players, memorable draft successes and some painful draft misses. As of the 2026 season, the Bills have also entered a new era with the opening of a new Highmark Stadium and the hiring of Joe Brady as head coach. The Birth of the Buffalo Bills The modern Buffalo Bills franchise began on October 28, 1959, when Detroit businessman Ralph C. Wilson Jr. was awarded the seventh franchise in the new American Football League. Wilson was one of the original AFL owners—the group sometimes called the AFL’s “Foolish Club” because they were challenging the established NFL. He selected Buffalo as the home of his new team. The team was officially named the Buffalo Bills in November 1959 and began playing in 1960. The Bills became one of the AFL’s strongest clubs during the middle of the 1960s, winning consecutive AFL Championships in 1964 and 1965. Every Bills Owner One of the remarkable things about Buffalo’s history is the small number of ownership groups. 1. Ralph C. Wilson Jr. — 1959–2014 Wilson was the founder and original owner. He owned the Bills for 54 seasons, making him one of the longest-serving owners in NFL history. During his ownership, Buffalo won two AFL championships and appeared in four consecutive Super Bowls. Wilson was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2009. Wilson also became an important figure in the AFL-NFL merger and was widely respected among NFL owners. 2. Terry and Kim Pegula — 2014–present Terry and Kim Pegula purchased the Bills in 2014 after Wilson’s death. NFL owners unanimously approved the sale on October 8, 2014. The Pegulas became only the second ownership group in Bills history. Terry Pegula is the team’s owner/CEO/president, while Kim Pegula is an owner and has also held prominent leadership positions with the Bills and Buffalo Sabres. Every Bills Home Stadium The Bills have had two primary physical homes; although their second hone went through numerous names. War Memorial Stadium — 1960–1972 The Bills began playing at War Memorial Stadium, commonly called the Rockpile, in Buffalo. The stadium originally opened in 1937 and was expanded during the Bills’ tenure. Buffalo played there for its entire AFL existence through the 1972 season. Rich Stadium — 1973–1997 The Bills moved to their new suburban stadium in Orchard Park in 1973. The stadium was originally named Rich Stadium. Ralph Wilson Stadium — 1998–2015 The stadium was renamed Ralph Wilson Stadium in honor of the franchise’s founder. New Era Field — 2016–2019 Naming rights changed again, producing the name New Era Field. Bills Stadium — 2020–2021 The stadium temporarily carried the straightforward name Bills Stadium. Highmark Stadium — 2021–2025 Highmark obtained naming rights in 2021, giving the Orchard Park stadium the name Highmark Stadium. New Highmark Stadium — 2026–present The Bills opened a new Highmark Stadium in 2026, replacing the previous stadium across the street. The new facility has a capacity of approximately 60,108, features a natural-grass field and was designed specifically around football. The first regular-season game in the new stadium was scheduled for September 17, 2026, against the Detroit Lions. Every Bills Head Coach Buffalo has had a long list of head coaches. Including interim coaches, the franchise has had 21 head-coaching tenures/named head coaches through the 2025 season, with Joe Brady beginning in 2026. Years Head Coach 1960–1961 Buster Ramsey 1962–1965 Lou Saban 1966–1968 Joe Collier 1968 Harvey Johnson 1969–1970 John Rauch 1971 Harvey Johnson 1972–1976 Lou Saban 1976–1977 Jim Ringo 1978–1982 Chuck Knox 1983–1985 Kay Stephenson 1985–1986 Hank Bullough 1986–1997 Marv Levy 1998–2000 Wade Phillips 2001–2003 Gregg Williams 2004–2005 Mike Mularkey 2006–2009 Dick Jauron 2009 Perry Fewell, interim 2010–2012 Chan Gailey 2013–2014 Doug Marrone 2015–2016 Rex Ryan 2016 Anthony Lynn, interim 2017–2025 Sean McDermott 2026–present Joe Brady The NFL’s official records document the historical coaching succession and records. Lou Saban and the First Bills Dynasty Lou Saban was the first great coach in Bills history. He coached Buffalo from 1962 through 1965 and returned from 1972 through 1976. His first Bills team won the AFL Championship in 1964. Buffalo repeated as champions in 1965. The 1964 team was led by stars including Jack Kemp, Cookie Gilchrist, Billy Shaw, Tom Sestak and Mike Stratton. The Bills came extremely close to reaching the first Super Bowl. They lost the 1966 AFL Championship Game to Kansas City, meaning the Chiefs—not Buffalo—advanced to Super Bowl I. The O.J. Simpson Era The 1970s produced one of the most famous players in franchise history: O.J. Simpson. Simpson became the centerpiece of the Buffalo offense and in 1973 became the first NFL running back to rush for more than 2,000 yards in a season, finishing with 2,003. That accomplishment remained one of the defining individual achievements in Bills history. Chuck Knox and the Return to the Playoffs Chuck Knox became head coach in 1978. Known for his emphasis on physical football, Knox led Buffalo to the AFC East championship in 1980. The Bills reached the playoffs again in 1981 before losing to Cincinnati. After Knox’s departure, Buffalo went through another difficult period before one of the greatest transformations in franchise history. Marv Levy and the Greatest Era in Bills History Everything changed in 1986. The Bills replaced Hank Bullough with Marv Levy, who would eventually become a Pro Football Hall of Fame coach. Levy remained Buffalo’s head coach through 1997. He became the winningest coach in franchise history and led Buffalo to four consecutive AFC championships. Levy’s teams were built around an extraordinary collection of talent: Jim Kelly, Thurman Thomas, Andre Reed, Bruce Smith, James… Continue reading Buffalo Bills: A Complete History of Buffalo’s NFL Franchise
NFL CONFIDENCE PICK SHEET WEEK 3 09/24-27-28/2026
For those of you who are new here. This is how confidence ranking goes, let me explain. If we were playing an office pool, (which we ARE NOT). The object is to score the most points. To obtain the score YOU rank the teams by how confident you are a team will win its game. EXAMPLE: Say this week we have 16 games. The team you are most confident will win you would assign the number 16 and follow down to the team you are least confident in and assign that number 1. You add up the TOTAL CORRECT PICKS.. That would be your score. We use the Monday night (Last game played) as a TIE BREAKER. The tie is broken by the closest to the total (that is the COMBINED score of the two participating teams) final score, without going over. YOU can adopt the scoring described above. Or, the optional method. A negative score for missed games. We will continue to get a positive score for correct predictions. EXAMPLE: if you scored 1 pt on the first game and you had 15 pts on the second game and lost you would still have 1 pt. 1. HOWEVER. with the same scenario new scoring system would result with a –14 score If we were playing this is how my sheet would look; My pick will be in bold Capital letters. you can use circling, underlining, or highlighting. I will show my correct points in Bold I will fill in my picks Thursday. Until then feel free to: Just copy and paste for your own Fun Pool Use. Or to see if you can beat me. IF YOU SEE I MADE A MIS-COPY OF THE GAMES AND TIMES FEEL FREE TO EMAIL ME AND TELL ME I GOOFED. BYES: NONE TRIVIA TIME: What are the only two NFL teams to win the Super Bowl at their own home stadiums? Answer below pick sheet All Times EDT (As You all know EDT is really AST [Atlantic Standard Time .:Politicians just don’t know how to tell the truth. GAME TV VISITOR SCORE HOME SCORE CONFIDENCE RUNNING SCORE THURSDAY 09/24/26 20:20 1 PRIME VIDEO Falcons (0–2) 45 @ PACKERS (1–1) 14 11 0/11 SUNDAY 09/27/26 13:00 2 FOX Chargers (0–2) 16 @ BILLS (2–0) 24 14 14/3 3 CBS PANTHERS(1–1) 21 @ Browns (1–1) 21 5 14/2 4 FOX Jets (1–1) 24 @ LIONS (1–1) 31 12 26/10 5 CBS TEXANS (0–2) 17 @ Colts (0–2) 19 3 26/7 6 CBS Titans (0–2) 7 @ GIANTS (1–1) 12 4 30/11 7 FOX BENGALS (2–0) 27 @ Steelers (1–1) 30 9 30/2 8 CBS SEAHAWKS (2–0) 31 @ Commanders (0–2) 33 13 30/11 9 FOX Patriots (1–11) 6 @ JAGUARS(1–1) 35 6 30/5 10 CBS CHIEFS (2–0) 24 @ Dolphins (0–2) 10 16 46/11 SUNDAY 09/27/26 16:05 11 FOX Cardinals (1–1) 27 @ 49’ERS (2–0) 36 15 61/26 12 FOX VIKINGS (2–0) 26 @ Buccaneers (0–2) 16 1 62/27 SUNDAY 09/27/26 16:25 13 CBS Raiders (2–0) 35 @ SAINTS (1–1) . 7 62/20 14 CBS RAVENS(1–1) 34 @ Cowboys (1–1) 31(OT) 8 70/28 SUNDAY 09/27/26 20:20 15 NBC RAMS (1–1) 26 @ Broncos (1–1) 30 2 78/26 MONDAY 09/28/26 20:15 16 ESPN EAGLES (2–0) 7 @ Bears (0–1) 27 10 78/16 57%/12% GAMES 8/8 50%/50% Points Possible 136 Tie Break (Total score last game) 55 Total 34 Points off –11 TRIVIA ANSWER Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Rams Views: 0
Cincinnati Bengals History: From Paul Brown to Joe Burrow
The history of the Cincinnati Bengals is one of the most fascinating stories in the NFL. Founded by Hall of Fame coach Paul Brown, The Bengals entered the American Football League in 1968 and became part of the NFL following the AFL-NFL merger. The franchise has produced Hall of Fame players, NFL MVPs, innovative offenses, dramatic playoff victories and three Super Bowl appearances. Cincinnati has yet to win a Super Bowl, but the Bengals have built several teams that came within one game of becoming NFL champions. From Ken Anderson and Anthony Muñoz, to Boomer Esiason and Ickey Woods, to Chad Johnson and Carson Palmer, and finally to Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase, the Bengals have repeatedly built their identity around talented quarterbacks, explosive receivers and some of the most memorable personalities in football. The Birth of the Bengals The Bengals’ story begins with Paul Brown. After leaving the Cleveland Browns following the 1962 season, Brown remained away from professional football for several years. He eventually became the driving force behind bringing professional football back to Cincinnati. Cincinnati was awarded an AFL franchise in 1967, with Brown becoming the organization’s founder, head coach and general manager. The team began play in 1968. Brown chose the name Bengals, a name that connected the new franchise to previous Cincinnati professional football teams that had used the same nickname. The Bengals struggled during their first season, finishing 3-11, but Brown immediately demonstrated his ability to build an expansion team. The following year, Cincinnati drafted quarterback Greg Cook fifth overall. Cook became an instant sensation. Unfortunately, his shoulder injury during the third game of the 1969 season permanently altered what appeared to be a potentially spectacular career. Cook won AFL Offensive Rookie of the Year and the AFL passing title, but he played only one more game after 1969. His story remains one of the great “what if?” stories in Bengals history. Bengals Owners The Bengals have had remarkable ownership continuity compared with most NFL franchises. 1967-1991: Paul Brown Paul Brown was the founder and controlling figure of the franchise. He remained the organization’s principal owner and general manager until his death in 1991. 1983-1990: John Sawyer: John Sawyer became a significant shareholder and served as an owner/president during the later Paul Brown years. 1991-Present: Mike Brown and the Brown Family Following Paul Brown’s death in 1991, his son Mike Brown assumed control of the franchise. The Brown family has retained controlling ownership ever since. The Bengals have therefore remained locally owned throughout their history. The team said in 2011 that the Brown family continued to hold the controlling interest after purchasing shares previously held by the estate of original shareholder Austin E. “Dutch” Knowlton. Original Ownership Group The original franchise also included several Cincinnati investors, including Austin E. “Dutch” Knowlton, John Sawyer and other local investors. Knowlton was an important early shareholder, and the Bengals later purchased his estate’s stake. So, in terms of the franchise’s controlling ownership: Paul Brown → Mike Brown/Brown family That continuity is one of the defining characteristics of the Bengals. Home Stadiums The Bengals have played in three principal home stadiums. 1. Nippert Stadium — 1968-1969 The Bengals played their first two seasons at Nippert Stadium, on the University of Cincinnati campus. The stadium was considerably smaller than the downtown facility that was being constructed, but it became the birthplace of Bengals football. Cincinnati played its first preseason game there in August 1968. 2. Riverfront Stadium — 1970-1999In 1970 the Bengals moved downtown to Riverfront Stadium, which they shared with baseball’s Cincinnati Reds. The stadium became the backdrop for some of the greatest moments in franchise history, including: The 1970 AFC Central championship Ken Anderson’s MVP season The 1981 playoff run The 1982 “Freezer Bowl” victory The 1988 Super Bowl season The Ickey Shuffle The stadium was renamed Cinergy Field in 1996 and remained the Bengals’ home through the 1999 season. 3. Paycor Stadium — 2000-Present The Bengals moved into their new riverfront stadium in 2000. It was originally called Paul Brown Stadium, honoring the franchise founder. In 2022, naming rights were sold to Cincinnati-based Paycor, making the official name Paycor Stadium. The stadium remains the home of the Bengals in 2026. It has become known throughout the NFL as “The Jungle.” The Paul Brown Era Brown coached the Bengals from 1968 through 1975. His teams reached the playoffs three times, including the remarkable 1970 season. In only their third season, the Bengals won the AFC Central at 8-6 and became the youngest franchise at the time to reach the playoffs. Brown won the AFL Coach of the Year Award in 1969 and the AP NFL Coach of the… Continue reading Cincinnati Bengals History: From Paul Brown to Joe Burrow
