I am sure many of you are familiar with this guy. If you look him up or talk to someone about him, the word "bust" pretty much sums up what you hear or read.
For some reason, a few years ago, I spent some time researching him. And what I found surprised me. I try to educate people on him, just because I think his story is inspirational. He was a drug addict. Played in the NFL with a syringe under his uniform- I think in his jockstrap. He was out of football for two years. Got sober. Returned to play for three more years from 96-98, even starting every game in 97. He says he was very proud of coming back, playing well, and being a good teammate.
Jack Youngblood was one of my favorite players. He was tough as nails, and fearless. He played in the Super Bowl and Pro bowl with a broken leg. He was a beast.
Marvelous Marvin Hagler is by far my favorite boxer ever. And that Dream Team brings back great memories. Larry is my favorite player and, in my opinion, the GOAT. Chris Mullin is one of my favorites as well.
Jake Lamotta was nicknamed "the raging bull" because he was a hard charging, fearless, vicious fighter in the ring, who would keep coming after you unless you killed him first. He was as tough as it gets, and did not mind getting bloody if he had to.
Rucker Park legend Earl "The Goat" Manigault. He never played in the NBA, but he is one of the biggest legends of the game. The movie "Rebound" is based on his life. Just about everybody that loves the game of basketball is familiar with this guy. He was famous for doing the double dunk, a move in which he dunked the ball and then dunked it again all in one quick motion. There is also a book written about him entitled "Double Dunk".
Lol. Thanks @LarkinCollector. Oddly enough, I did some research on Lance a couple of months ago and learned that this "record" was an inaccuracy. There was a game in 1964 in which Alworth had no receptions, thus breaking his streak. Therefore he didn't break Hutson's record of 96 consecutive games with a reception. Someone keeping records for the league missed that game and he is credited with the record. The then-record of 96 games has since been obliterated, so I guess the point is moot, but it is kind of interesting.
Todd Tobias - Grateful Collector - I focus on autographed American Football League sets, Fleer & Topps, 1960-1969, and lacrosse cards.
Lol. I asked Lance Alworth about being confused for Lance Rentzel. He chuckled and said it happens all the time, though it isn't all that cool considering that Rentzel got popped for exposing himself to a 10-year-old.
Todd Tobias - Grateful Collector - I focus on autographed American Football League sets, Fleer & Topps, 1960-1969, and lacrosse cards.
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Dick Butkus was just a monster. He was wreckless.
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Ted Williams.
Roger Maris.
I am sure many of you are familiar with this guy. If you look him up or talk to someone about him, the word "bust" pretty much sums up what you hear or read.
For some reason, a few years ago, I spent some time researching him. And what I found surprised me. I try to educate people on him, just because I think his story is inspirational. He was a drug addict. Played in the NFL with a syringe under his uniform- I think in his jockstrap. He was out of football for two years. Got sober. Returned to play for three more years from 96-98, even starting every game in 97. He says he was very proud of coming back, playing well, and being a good teammate.
He was a drug addict. Played in the NFL with a syringe under his uniform- I think in his jockstrap.
He should probably stand up the whole game.
The war.
Jack Youngblood was one of my favorite players. He was tough as nails, and fearless. He played in the Super Bowl and Pro bowl with a broken leg. He was a beast.
Speaking of Beasts Double D.. I present Mr. Campbell....
Oh yeah! He was a monster. He would just run right over you! That just hurts looking at it!
The greatest team ever assembled.
Great NFL pics from the 70's and 80's. I miss those games.
Terry Bradshaw was AMAZING!!
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Andre Agassi
Terry Bradshaw was AMAZING!!
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Andre Agassi? Ok you want to go old school tennis then I will present The lovely Ms Sabattini
Ray nitschke, smash mouth football.
I never saw that Toothless pic of Nitsche before!! He was a Packer LEGEND
That toothless picture is unbelievable, the damage to his teeth is shocking, and he has grass stuck in his facemask. It's just crazy.
Marvelous Marvin Hagler is by far my favorite boxer ever. And that Dream Team brings back great memories. Larry is my favorite player and, in my opinion, the GOAT. Chris Mullin is one of my favorites as well.
No one gave Ali a chance.
L.A. Dodgers first WS, 1959. LA Coliseum (holds 100,000 fans).
Dodger Stadium was being built.
That's crazy, looks like you could get a HR at ~150ft down the right field line.
The great Bobby Orr.
The Stanley Cup winning goal.
Nolan Ryan through the years.
Some more 1959 World Series Photos. Looks like alot of people.
Terry Bradshaw was AMAZING!!
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Bambi meets Don Hudson
"I spent 50% of my money on alcohol, women, and gambling. The other half I wasted.
Jake Lamotta was nicknamed "the raging bull" because he was a hard charging, fearless, vicious fighter in the ring, who would keep coming after you unless you killed him first. He was as tough as it gets, and did not mind getting bloody if he had to.
Rucker Park legend Earl "The Goat" Manigault. He never played in the NBA, but he is one of the biggest legends of the game. The movie "Rebound" is based on his life. Just about everybody that loves the game of basketball is familiar with this guy. He was famous for doing the double dunk, a move in which he dunked the ball and then dunked it again all in one quick motion. There is also a book written about him entitled "Double Dunk".
You may not know this yet, but all Bambi postings on the CU forums require a tag of @AFLfan
Lol. Thanks @LarkinCollector. Oddly enough, I did some research on Lance a couple of months ago and learned that this "record" was an inaccuracy. There was a game in 1964 in which Alworth had no receptions, thus breaking his streak. Therefore he didn't break Hutson's record of 96 consecutive games with a reception. Someone keeping records for the league missed that game and he is credited with the record. The then-record of 96 games has since been obliterated, so I guess the point is moot, but it is kind of interesting.
Who cares about Lance Alworth's football records.
He dated Joey Heatherton!!!! !!!!!!!!
Yeah I heard Todd may have a fondness for Lance Alworth. Almost Squires and Largent crush. 😂
"I spent 50% of my money on alcohol, women, and gambling. The other half I wasted.
That was Lance Rentzel
I stand corrected. I checked the net after I posted and discovered my error. I wondered if and when a post would be made pointing my error out.
Joey H was all that in the early 70s.
*and more.
Lol. I asked Lance Alworth about being confused for Lance Rentzel. He chuckled and said it happens all the time, though it isn't all that cool considering that Rentzel got popped for exposing himself to a 10-year-old.
Joe Louis unleashed heck on his opponents.