first almost loss was vikings away. 2nd was Bill's at OB. this was #3. Browns #4. PIT away dye to stupid alternating rules at the time was #5. true high wire act by MIA!
This was years prior to when Hank Goldberg did the play call on local radio. Do you have any videos from the late 70s when I was a kid used to go to the games with my Dad back then. 🤔
Hank Goldberg was the best until Jim Mandich came along and took over the color commentary. Regarding available film, as the Dolphins failed to make the Super Bowl in the late 70's, there is little available except for the annual 24-minute film that was produced each season.
Yes. The quarterback was literally the "field general" as he was called back then. Bob Griese was known for his hours of watching upcoming opponent's film to determine the best plays that would work in different situations. The winning touchdown during the third game against the Vikings was a good example. He figured at the three-yard line the Vikings would anticipate a run so he called a pass. Jim Mandich, who was not used so much as a receiver that year, broke wide open in the endzone because the Vikings crowded the line for a run. Earl Morrall's experience in play-calling was crucial as he led the team to 10 of their 17 wins. Today, the quarterback gets the call through the headset in his helmet. It takes the pressure off the quarterback, but certainly makes the game different.
Man what a treasure this is thanks for the videos of this historic season
First game I was ever at!
Great memory!
Was at that game as a 20 year old Jets fan.
Crazy Legs Morrall, lol.
Went to this game. First almost loss that year , second was against the Browns in the playoffs
first almost loss was vikings away. 2nd was Bill's at OB. this was #3. Browns #4. PIT away dye to stupid alternating rules at the time was #5. true high wire act by MIA!
Earl Morrall got out of his rocking chair and ran for a 31 yards and a TD which is a great site to see.
This was years prior to when Hank Goldberg did the play call on local radio. Do you have any videos from the late 70s when I was a kid used to go to the games with my Dad back then. 🤔
Hank Goldberg was the best until Jim Mandich came along and took over the color commentary.
Regarding available film, as the Dolphins failed to make the Super Bowl in the late 70's, there is little available except for the annual 24-minute film that was produced each season.
@@richarddurr7724 Ok thanks anyway and Allllllright Miami Rip Mad Dog Mandich🏈🐬
Earl Morrall never received the credit he was due for the '72 perfect season going 11-0 as a starter.
Did QB's call their own plays back then?
Yes. The quarterback was literally the "field general" as he was called back then. Bob Griese was known for his hours of watching upcoming opponent's film to determine the best plays that would work in different situations. The winning touchdown during the third game against the Vikings was a good example. He figured at the three-yard line the Vikings would anticipate a run so he called a pass. Jim Mandich, who was not used so much as a receiver that year, broke wide open in the endzone because the Vikings crowded the line for a run. Earl Morrall's experience in play-calling was crucial as he led the team to 10 of their 17 wins. Today, the quarterback gets the call through the headset in his helmet. It takes the pressure off the quarterback, but certainly makes the game different.
If Namath stayed at the hotel and riggings didn’t go out drinking we win that game
We?? What was/is your position in the organization?
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WTF?
Three words. Joe Namath overrated.