It's always good to hear from you! I'm glad that you liked it. I'm hoping to publish some footage that I don't think has been seen for quite some time, but it's been a taxing situation for me. I think the videos will be worth it though.
We used to call Ron Yary Mr. Facemask. Due to him drawing so many facemask flags. My Father used to own a furniture repair shop in Downtown Minneapolis during the 70's. Turned out one of his customers was Carl Eller himself. What great memories watching him at his best.
The Stork was an amazing player.....and totally despised in Denver....allot of silver and black #83 rubber chickens hanging in Mile High at Raiders games.
@@markgardner9460 appreciate the suggestion but I'm not as knowledgeable about the history of the NFL as you are. So I'll just look forward to whatever you present in the future.
Referring back to a previous video, Charlie Sanders and Raymond Chester had almost equal receptions for their careers, but Chester had 17 more TDs. Thanks for the great film!
Yes, Chester had much better Quarterback play throughout his career than Sanders...as well as a better running game, which made things easier for him in the touchdown department. Good comparison!
Great vid Mark. You did your homework. Truth be told even though I bleed orange and blue I loved watching all these guys. Did I see an Ed Marinaro sighting? Thanks brother, you're appreciated.
@@markgardner9460: December 8, 1975. I had that magazine in my bedroom placed in a document protector hanging on the wall. I grew up in Pittsburgh during those years that town was electric.
@@markgardner9460 : my dad worked for a law firm in downtown Pittsburgh and he used to get free tickets even though they weren’t good seats for three River Stadium, whether it was football or baseball. We used to go to the games all the time and of course I like the football better, but I’ll tell you it was a great time to grow up specially if you’re a sports fan and even more so if you grew up in Pittsburgh like I did. I live in San Diego California now, but I remember those days and watching your videos, brings back nostalgia like you cannot believe and I really mean that. Thanks for your channel.
You're welcome. I'm glad that you enjoy the channel. I went to Pirates game on July 4, 1994 - sat in the upper deck behind home plate - railing only was waist high which was mildly unnerving. I wonder if anyone went over the railing.
I feel Namath was intentionally pushing the WFL, not only to find out what he could get, but to increase his bargaining leverage with the NFL Jets. I don't believe he was seriously considering jumping leagues. It's great to see fellows like Yary and Mack getting coverage. Their efforts were invaluable.
Hey sir,it seems like Mr. Namath priced himself out of existence with that 'request '! I always look forward to your posts! My grandparents help me with the 60s-70s that you mention! I show them and my dad these programs , now all three of them are subscribed! God bless you and be safe 🙏 Joey, in Cleveland
That was a creative video. The Sun already had some star power with Pat Haden and Anthony Davis. Wouldn’t it have been something if the WFL could have signed Namath and secured a TV deal? I could see why they drafted players in order to have a claim if the league would have taken off. I think Gary Davidson, the founder of the WFL envisioned a merger, much like he had done with the ABA and WHA. Running a football league is just so expensive. That would have been some kind of team though. I enjoyed this video! Thanks for the research. I’m guessing this one took some time.
Thanks, Evan. I think you're right about what Davidson's ultimate intentions were. The television network who was going to cover the WFL games stipulated that Namath must have been a league player or the tv contract would be null and void. So, the league was left without a major television deal and that helped to sink the league.
@@Tony-r7vUnitas was never a "mobile" qb but by the time he was a Charger he was a statue. The Chargers had a mediocre O-line and, well, it didn't go well for Jonny U.....
Thank you very much!! I don't publish nearly as many as I used to when I started, but that's mainly because the ones that I do now are much more labor and time-intensive. Hopefully it's resulting in higher quality videos. Anyway, thanks for watching and commenting!
My oldest brother used to go to the "original" Memphis Grizzlies(or Southmen) football games. The Grizzlies were one of the best financed teams in the WFL. We were able to sign Warfield, Kiick, and Csonka(and Danny White) but the rest of the league was broke and ended up folding during the 2nd season(1975). The Grizzlies tried their best to join the NFL in 1976 with the same roster but the NFL said no plus Seattle and Tampa Bay had just joined the NFL through expansion.
@@markgardner9460 He used to bring home some of the cups with the Grizzlies logo and the game programs. I used to drink out of those cups not knowing anything about sports(i was 6&7yrs old at that time).🤣🏈They got a lot of local press and media when they were here(Memphis)all the way up to when the WFL folded and NFL turned them down for entry.
What could they have been thinking, Steven? Kind of like when the Blue Jays drafted Catcher Phil Roof from the Twins in the expansion draft, except it was worse for Toronto since Roof only played 5 games for them.
I think the expansion Mets selected Catcher Hobie Landrith as their first pick and when the NY scribes asked Manager Casey Stengel about the curious pick, The Old Perfessor quipped "Without a Catcher, all of our pitches would hit the backstop."
@@markgardner9460 Casey was extremely funny.Bob Uecker once was asked how do you catch a knuckleball? He said I wait until it hits the backstop then I go bend down and pick it up!'
I agree. He took up two blockers on most plays which allowed Jack Lambert to roam and make tackles. Not only was he a terrific run-stuffer, but he also put heat on the passer.
Denver originally had drafted Clulp. As a Broncos fan its disturbing the good and great players Denver gave away for drek. Also Denver paid a series of kings ransoms for junk. Denver traded to obtain Steve Tensi with a pick used for 5X PB Russ Washington. The traded Willie Brown to Oakland. Peyton Hillis was a darn good FB for Denver. Since then he's been a journeyman, but he was quality. The worst HC in Broncos history traded him for Brady Quinn. Red Miller traded a #1 pick and a #2 for Matt Robinson. Denver could have picked Dwight Stephenson or any number of quality players. For the #1 pick [20th overall there were obvious standouts and there was Joe Cribbs [3PB's, 6 yr starter, 5, 356 rush yrds, 2,199 rec yrds, C Ray Donaldson [6 PB's].
@@markgardner9460not much, jim kelly threw 44 tds in '84 & 39 in '85. He played for the Houston gamblers. Reggie White, played for the Memphis Showboats. Steve Young played for the Los Angeles Express. Those are the only hall of famers i know of. They have alot of full games on TH-cam.
More great content my friend ! Too bad all of those guys didn't go to the WFL....the NFL as we know it would look far different...it may not even exist...it would have been very interesting though.
This is "exactly" what this "comp" is about."witty and informative .. "Mark"..."loaded"with "trivia"as usual"!!🔥🔥
That's what I enjoy doing - dishing information in an entertaining way
👍👍👍
you are the Best for 60s and 70s the thank you.
Thank you! I appreciate that.
Not just the best draft ever, but the greatest football team ever. Great comprehensive coverage! Catching up on your videos Mark. Keep 'em coming !
It's always good to hear from you! I'm glad that you liked it. I'm hoping to publish some footage that I don't think has been seen for quite some time, but it's been a taxing situation for me. I think the videos will be worth it though.
Can't wait to see them Mark! I know how busy life can get. Busy summer. I have some catching up to do with your material as well.
We used to call Ron Yary Mr. Facemask. Due to him drawing so many facemask flags. My Father used to own a furniture repair shop in Downtown Minneapolis during the 70's. Turned out one of his customers was Carl Eller himself. What great memories watching him at his best.
My Dad called Yary "The All-Pro Holder". Seriously, the guy was caught holding a lot later in his Vikings career.
I was trying why anybody would put flag art on facemasks and then I realized your intended meaning.
Hendricks making the Pro Bowl at age 33-36 is stunning!
The guy always stayed in great shape and was super smart.
@@markgardner9460 One of my favorite players of this era!
Eller definitely had a lot left in the tank,!He had 10 sacks in 7 4,75 and 76 and a remarkable 15 in 1977 at age 35 !
That was a big number in '77...especially for a guy of his age!
The Stork was an amazing player.....and totally despised in Denver....allot of silver and black #83 rubber chickens hanging in Mile High at Raiders games.
Amazing video.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for commenting.
@@markgardner9460 your TH-cam channel is awesome and can't wait to see the rest of your videos.
I think that you'll like 'em. Let me know if there's a topic that you'd like to see featured in a future video.
@@markgardner9460 appreciate the suggestion but I'm not as knowledgeable about the history of the NFL as you are. So I'll just look forward to whatever you present in the future.
Referring back to a previous video, Charlie Sanders and Raymond Chester had almost equal receptions for their careers, but Chester had 17 more TDs.
Thanks for the great film!
Yes, Chester had much better Quarterback play throughout his career than Sanders...as well as a better running game, which made things easier for him in the touchdown department. Good comparison!
Love the video Mark! It had a different feel to it!
Glad you enjoyed it! I try to expand the format of videos when appropriate.
@@markgardner9460 Excellent work!
Great vid Mark. You did your homework. Truth be told even though I bleed orange and blue I loved watching all these guys. Did I see an Ed Marinaro sighting? Thanks brother, you're appreciated.
Yes, Sir! Marinaro had some moves to go along with the power from his weightlifting regimen.
@@markgardner9460He was a good pass receiver coming out of the backfield! Fran liked the short and medium pass! And then he would go over the top!
In '75, his 54 pass receptions was 3rd best in the NFC
@@markgardner9460 as a Viking fan I knew that!
@@markgardner9460 and Foreman was 1st with 73
Great stuff, as usual. Namath's price at the end is hilarious. It was clear that he was used up by 1973.
Glad you enjoyed it. I wonder if WFL fans would have showed up if Joe had played....maybe just out of curiosity at first.
Dwight White, Joe Greene, Ernie, Holmes, and LC Greenwood made the front cover of time magazine in the 1970s.
Wow. I wonder what year? '76?
@@markgardner9460: December 8, 1975. I had that magazine in my bedroom placed in a document protector hanging on the wall. I grew up in Pittsburgh during those years that town was electric.
The Pittsburgh Lumber Company was doing a lot of damage for the Buccos back then, too. Al Oliver was my favorite from the post-Clemente teams.
@@markgardner9460 : my dad worked for a law firm in downtown Pittsburgh and he used to get free tickets even though they weren’t good seats for three River Stadium, whether it was football or baseball. We used to go to the games all the time and of course I like the football better, but I’ll tell you it was a great time to grow up specially if you’re a sports fan and even more so if you grew up in Pittsburgh like I did. I live in San Diego California now, but I remember those days and watching your videos, brings back nostalgia like you cannot believe and I really mean that. Thanks for your channel.
You're welcome. I'm glad that you enjoy the channel. I went to Pirates game on July 4, 1994 - sat in the upper deck behind home plate - railing only was waist high which was mildly unnerving. I wonder if anyone went over the railing.
I really thought this was going to be about the steelers.
So did I
I feel Namath was intentionally pushing the WFL, not only to find out what he could get, but to increase his bargaining leverage with the NFL Jets. I don't believe he was seriously considering jumping leagues. It's great to see fellows like Yary and Mack getting coverage. Their efforts were invaluable.
I agree with you. Who knows what he would have asked for next if they gave him the 15% cut of the tv revenue. Thank you for your comments!
Hey sir,it seems like Mr. Namath priced himself out of existence with that 'request '! I always look forward to your posts! My grandparents help me with the 60s-70s that you mention! I show them and my dad these programs , now all three of them are subscribed! God bless you and be safe 🙏 Joey, in Cleveland
That's awesome to hear, Joey from Cleveland. Thanks!!!
Hi Mark - first like - let me wear my 1974 Detroit Wheels home jersey for this one for the starting offensive guard
Whoa! They are my favorite WFL helmet logo. Love the Wheels!
That was a creative video. The Sun already had some star power with Pat Haden and Anthony Davis. Wouldn’t it have been something if the WFL could have signed Namath and secured a TV deal? I could see why they drafted players in order to have a claim if the league would have taken off. I think Gary Davidson, the founder of the WFL envisioned a merger, much like he had done with the ABA and WHA. Running a football league is just so expensive. That would have been some kind of team though. I enjoyed this video! Thanks for the research. I’m guessing this one took some time.
Thanks, Evan. I think you're right about what Davidson's ultimate intentions were. The television network who was going to cover the WFL games stipulated that Namath must have been a league player or the tv contract would be null and void. So, the league was left without a major television deal and that helped to sink the league.
Ron Yary perfected the art of holding. He was flagged all the time
The "All-Pro Holder"...especially when lined up against Jack Youngblood.
The "Spin Doctor!"
More moves than a clock
Great Oilers uniform of that era!
One of my favorites of all-time!
WoW! WFL Mini Helmets 😮
I know. I've got to get my mitts onto those because until recently, I didn't know they existed.
I still can't quite get used to Unitas in a Chargers uniform!
Same here. The Steelers showed Unitas no mercy either
@@Tony-r7vUnitas was never a "mobile" qb but by the time he was a Charger he was a statue. The Chargers had a mediocre O-line and, well, it didn't go well for Jonny U.....
And Unitas' backup that year was rookie Dan Fouts.🏈
@@jammininthepast Yeah he took a beating!
Just a couple seconds of Eller highlights? Surely you gest?!.
I could have made it longer, but I condensed the highlights for effect.
@@markgardner9460 love your videos!!
Thank you very much!! I don't publish nearly as many as I used to when I started, but that's mainly because the ones that I do now are much more labor and time-intensive. Hopefully it's resulting in higher quality videos. Anyway, thanks for watching and commenting!
Thought this was about the remarkable Steelers 1974 draft. "FEH!" as Myron Cope would say.
Well, Mean Joe Greene's photo on the thumbnail refutes that, as he was drafted in 1969.
@@markgardner9460 Hold on. Yeah, but still.
My oldest brother used to go to the "original" Memphis Grizzlies(or Southmen) football games. The Grizzlies were one of the best financed teams in the WFL. We were able to sign Warfield, Kiick, and Csonka(and Danny White) but the rest of the league was broke and ended up folding during the 2nd season(1975). The Grizzlies tried their best to join the NFL in 1976 with the same roster but the NFL said no plus Seattle and Tampa Bay had just joined the NFL through expansion.
That would have been cool to go to those games. Did your oldest brother buy any memorabilia back then of the team?
@@markgardner9460 He used to bring home some of the cups with the Grizzlies logo and the game programs. I used to drink out of those cups not knowing anything about sports(i was 6&7yrs old at that time).🤣🏈They got a lot of local press and media when they were here(Memphis)all the way up to when the WFL folded and NFL turned them down for entry.
Still have the cups?
@@markgardner9460 They sat in our kitchen cabinets for a while and when we moved in 1977, my family trashed them.☹🤦🏽♂
The same story of many boys' football card collections. It is sad.
Wow ! Broadway Joe basically asked for the moon!!!
...and almost got it!
That was quite the lineup!( If it actually came to pass!)
The D-Line had 50 sacks between them from the 1973 season.
Charlie Evans? WOW
What could they have been thinking, Steven? Kind of like when the Blue Jays drafted Catcher Phil Roof from the Twins in the expansion draft, except it was worse for Toronto since Roof only played 5 games for them.
@@markgardner9460 That is definitely a head scratcher!!!
I think the expansion Mets selected Catcher Hobie Landrith as their first pick and when the NY scribes asked Manager Casey Stengel about the curious pick, The Old Perfessor quipped "Without a Catcher, all of our pitches would hit the backstop."
@@markgardner9460 Casey was extremely funny.Bob Uecker once was asked how do you catch a knuckleball? He said I wait until it hits the backstop then I go bend down and pick it up!'
@@markgardner9460 Hobie Landrith!!! That's a name I haven't heard in a long time! Ed Kranepool comes to mind also,but at least he had his moments!
Da Stork aka "Kick 'Em' aka "Kick 'Em in the head Ted"
English was not his first language, more likely third.True NFL 'character'.
Yes, he got the 2nd nickname while with the Raiders. He was a true character of the game.
With all of the Steelers’ Hall of Famers…most of their squad would agree that Greene was the best and most important player.
I agree. He took up two blockers on most plays which allowed Jack Lambert to roam and make tackles. Not only was he a terrific run-stuffer, but he also put heat on the passer.
@@markgardner9460 Look forward to a video on 70s guards. John Hannah deserves his own.
I've got a video in the works for offensive linemen of the '70's
Wow, the Sun would've _dominated_ if they'd somehow managed to get all those guys!
Just signing those defensive players would have made them dominate.
Perhaps the teams wanted players they thought they could sign.
Denver originally had drafted Clulp. As a Broncos fan its disturbing the good and great players Denver gave away for drek. Also Denver paid a series of kings ransoms for junk. Denver traded to obtain Steve Tensi with a pick used for 5X PB Russ Washington. The traded Willie Brown to Oakland. Peyton Hillis was a darn good FB for Denver. Since then he's been a journeyman, but he was quality. The worst HC in Broncos history traded him for Brady Quinn. Red Miller traded a #1 pick and a #2 for Matt Robinson. Denver could have picked Dwight Stephenson or any number of quality players. For the #1 pick [20th overall there were obvious standouts and there was Joe Cribbs [3PB's, 6 yr starter, 5, 356 rush yrds, 2,199 rec yrds, C Ray Donaldson [6 PB's].
In '79 they traded Alzado to the Browns. I don't recall what and/or whom they received in return, however.
Ok, it doesn't count when ur drafting established all-pro veteran nfl players.😂
Yeah, like I said in the video - it's meant to be fun. Awesome defensive line though, if they could have signed them all. 50 sacks between 'em in '73.
@@markgardner9460 yeah, its very similar to the usfl plucking players from the 83 & 84 drafts. 1974 was highway robbery.😂
I wonder which teams had the best drafts then...any idea?
@@markgardner9460not much, jim kelly threw 44 tds in '84 & 39 in '85. He played for the Houston gamblers. Reggie White, played for the Memphis Showboats. Steve Young played for the Los Angeles Express. Those are the only hall of famers i know of. They have alot of full games on TH-cam.
I had to research this a little bit because it intrigued me. Gary Zimmerman played Tackle with Steve Young on the Express in 1984.
More great content my friend ! Too bad all of those guys didn't go to the WFL....the NFL as we know it would look far different...it may not even exist...it would have been very interesting though.
Thank you, Keith! This video was a lot of fun to put together and think "What if?"