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Sports History Network

Sports History Network

The Sports History Network was founded in May of 2020 to bring together podcasters and bloggers covering the history of sports. Our mission is to create the Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear by providing a “home field advantage” for our partners by helping them “fill their stadiums” with fans of their work.

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05:23

Episode 306 - Contributor Profile of Scout Ralph...

Sports History Network ·

2026/01/19

In this episode, we focus on Ralph Goldston, who spent an entire career in pro football, from player to coach to scout.To learn more about trailblazing contributors in NFL history, visit our Historical Scouting Reports class, where the greats in NFL history. Check it out at the Football Learning Academy website at www.football-learning-academy.com.Football Learning Academy Website:To learn more about the FLA, go to: https://www.football-learning-academy.comSocial Media:Follow us on Twitter:

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05:46

Episode 305 - Contributor Profile of Scout Jackie Graves

Sports History Network ·

2026/01/19

In this episode, we focus on scout Jackie Graves, who spent time with the Boston Patriots, Philadelphia Eagles, and Indianapolis Colts. He was one of the most respected African American scouts during the 1960s and 1970s.To learn more about trailblazing contributors in NFL history, visit our Historical Scouting Reports class, where the greats in NFL history. Check it out at the Football Learning Academy website at www.football-learning-academy.com.Football Learning Academy Website:To learn more about

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05:45

Episode 307 - Contributor Profile of Executive Tom...

Sports History Network ·

2026/01/19

In this episode, we focus on trailblazer Tom Williams of the Houston Oilers. He was the first African American assistant general manager in pro football history.To learn more about trailblazing contributors in NFL history, visit our Historical Scouting Reports class, where the greats in NFL history. Check it out at the Football Learning Academy website at www.football-learning-academy.com.Football Learning Academy Website:To learn more about the FLA, go to:

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06:50

Episode 304 - Contributor Profile of Scout Lloyd Wells

Sports History Network ·

2026/01/19

n this episode, we focus on trailblazer Lloyd Wells of the Kansas City Chiefs. Many sources have Lloyd Wells as the first full-time African American scout in NFL history. That is not true and Ken Crippen explains why, as well as discuss Wells’ career accomplishments.To learn more about trailblazing contributors in NFL history, visit our Historical Scouting Reports class, where the greats in NFL history. Check it out at the Football Learning Academy website at

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11:44

Notre Dame ends UCLA's 88-game win streak, Muhammad...

Sports History Network ·

2026/01/19

In 1974, Notre Dame beat UCLA 71-70 ending the Bruins 88-game winning streak.In 1975, UCLA legendary big men Bill Walton and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar played against each other for the first time in the NBA.In 1981, Muhammad Ali talked a suicidal man off a ledge in Los Angeles.In 1983, minor league hockey player Tom Martin was traded for a bus.In 2002, did Tom Brady fumble or simply throw an incomplete pass? It was the genesis of the 'Tuck Rule.'

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10:52

Historic Patterns in NFL Championship Games

Sports History Network ·

2026/01/19

The More Things Change: A Historic 2025 NFL Postseason RecapIn the National Football League, they say the more things change, the more they stay the same. As we wrap up the 2025 Divisional Round and head into January 18, 2026, the landscape of the AFC and NFC Championship games feels like a "parallel universe" where modern stars are walking the same paths as the legends before them.AFC: A Battle of Blue BloodsThe AFC Championship is officially set, and it’s a matchup steeped in history. The Denver

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15:57

1981 San Fransisco 49ers (Part 2)

Sports History Network ·

2026/01/13

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS HOME PAGEEPISODE SUMMARYThe San Francisco 49ers franchise began in 1946 in the All-American Football Conference. The team posted a winning record in all four seasons of the league's existence and had an impressive 12–2 mark in 1948. But they were in the same division as the Cleveland Browns, the league's best team. With the league struggling to survive, down to one division and only

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09:47

Jets shock the Colts in Super Bowl III, the 'Mile...

Sports History Network ·

2026/01/12

In 1969, the New York Jets shocked the Baltimore Colts and the world, winning Super Bowl III.In 2013, Joe Flacco hit Jacoby Jones for a 70-yard TD pass to tie up an NFL playoff game and then they won in it 2OT.In 1992, Division II's Troy State beat NAIA opponent DeVry 258 -141 for the highest scoring college basketball game.

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17:29

A Legacy of Excellence: The Greatest College Football...

Sports History Network ·

2026/01/12

The Elite Four: Ranking the Most Legendary College Football Players to Wear Jersey Number 4IntroductionIn the brutal, high-stakes world of college football, a jersey number is more than just an identifier—it’s a symbol. Some numbers are synonymous with brute force; others, with sheer speed. But the number 4? Among all numbers, it stands out for being worn by elite difference-makers. This article will rank the top four most legendary college football players to ever wear number 4, examining how they

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01:08:15

Ogün Öztürk—The Tartu Titans (The 2025 Baltic League)

Sports History Network ·

2026/01/05

Gridiron Baltic is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARY***********GRIDIRON BALTIC BACKGROUNDGridiron Baltic is a monthly podcast exploring connections between American football in the Baltic states—Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. On the surface, America’s Game may seem to have little in common with three small-nation states in Eastern Europe. Basketball and ice hockey, however, are not the only North American sports intertwined with the

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13:52

Woody Hayes Bareknuckle Punched a Player, Bear Bryant...

Sports History Network ·

2025/12/29

In 1978, Ohio State's Woody Hayes punched Clemson linebacker Charlie Bauman after a turnover. It led to Hayes' firing a few days later. In 1982, Alabama's Paul 'Bear' Bryant coached his final game.In 1963, the Chicago Bears beat the New York Giants to win the NFL Championship. YA Tittle had five interceptions.

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16:00

Who are the most iconic college football players to...

Sports History Network ·

2025/12/29

The Deuce’s Dynasty: Ranking College Football’s Most Legendary Number 2sIn college football, a jersey number is more than just identification; it’s a symbol. It can denote a position, a tradition, or, most often, a legacy. Few numbers boast the sheer star power and positional diversity of Number 2. From Heisman winners to defensive legends and unstoppable all-purpose weapons, this digit has been a magnet for generational talent.While names like Cam Newton and Charles Woodson instantly spring to

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12:52

The Pinnacle of Excellence: College Football's Elite...

Sports History Network ·

2025/12/22

An exploration of the illustrious history surrounding college football players who have donned the coveted number one jersey reveals a tapestry woven with remarkable talent and excellence. This discussion delves into the significance of this number across various prestigious institutions, where it is often reserved for those players who epitomize the highest standards of athletic prowess and leadership. We examine the traditions upheld by schools such as the Temple Owls and NC State Wolfpack, which

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09:48

Did BYU deserve to win the 1984 National...

Sports History Network ·

2025/12/21

In 1984, BYU beat a 6-5 Michigan team in the Holiday Bowl to finish the year as the only undefeated team in Division I-A. But they didn't really beat anybody and an error filled win over an average Wolverine team had many questioning if the Cougars deserved to be crowned National Champions.In 2003, the New Orleans Saints scored on a final second, lateral filled play but John Carney missed the game tying PAT and the Saints lost and missed out on the playoffs.In 1891, James Naismith divided a group of

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01:11

Total Sports Recall (Presented by the Sports History...

Sports History Network ·

2025/12/17

Total Sports Recall (TSR) is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.TOTAL SPORTS RECALL HOMEPAGETOTAL SPORTS RECALL BACKGROUND The Sports History Network welcomes back the Total Sports Recall podcast. Host Harv Aronson brings you an array of sports history topics recalling great moments and athletes from sports yesteryear.No sport is left alone with an emphasis on football and baseball but there will be reflections on past boxing, mixed martial arts, basketball,

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12:17

1973 Atlanta Falcons (Part 2)

Sports History Network ·

2025/12/16

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYThe Atlanta Falcons joined the NFL as an expansion team in 1966. Like most expansion teams, they struggled during their first five seasons, winning only 16 of 70 games. They recorded their first winning season in 1971, finishing 7–6–1, and followed that with a 7–7 record in 1972.The first game of the 1973 season couldn't have gone any better for the Falcons, as they blew out the Saints

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02:02:30

Road Dogs: The 1985 New England Patriots

Sports History Network ·

2025/12/15

Before the dynasties, before the banners, before Brady, before Belichick, even before Bledsoe, there was the 1985 New England Patriots. A team built on grit, not glamour.History often remembers the champions, yet the 1985 New England Patriots didn't win a championship. Yet in this case, they are remembered for the journey, a journey that was one of the most memorable in NFL History. In this episode of the Historically Speaking Sports Podcast, the place where we give you sports from back in the day,

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13:08

Bill Walton vs. Tommy Burleson in St. Louis, the...

Sports History Network ·

2025/12/15

In 1973, #1 and seven-time National Champion UCLA played #2 NC State in a made for TV event in St. Louis. On that same day, Temple traveled to Knoxville to play Tennessee in what turned out to be one of the worst games played in the 20th century.In 1968, Philadelphia Eagles fans booed Santa Claus and pelted him with snow balls. In 2019, the Raiders played their final home game in Oakland.

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11:52

The Unforgettable Season: Green Bay Packers' Triumph...

Sports History Network ·

2025/12/15

A profound exploration of the Green Bay Packers' historic 1929 season unveils a juxtaposition of triumph and unexpected defeat. A mere 96 years prior, the Packers, under the astute leadership of Curly Lambeau, secured their inaugural National Football League championship with an impressive record of 12 wins, no losses, and one tie. Their dominance was underscored by a formidable defense that permitted a mere four points in their first five games, culminating in eight shutouts throughout the season,

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01:56

Jackies Trailer (Presented by the Sports History...

Sports History Network ·

2025/12/14

Jackies is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.Jackie's Homepage On Sports History NetworkEPISODE SUMMARYWelcome to Jackies: The Story of George Halas and the 1918 Naval Station Great Lakes Bluejackets, a new serialized podcast from the Sports History Network. Featuring one of the sport’s all-time figures before he made his name with the Chicago Bears, George Halas, Jackies follows the story of one of the greatest football teams you have never heard of,

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