I was an avid fan of the NFL by 1967. As a youngster in middle school, I tuned in each week. I remember watching the Browns game versus St. Louis on TV - a rare night game in those days. Kelly was my favorite player, with Warfield and Collins close behind. Funny how I remember those players - who are still alive and hopefully doing well today.
@@markgardner9460 I didn’t realize he was so tall until I started watching these highlight reels. He cashed in a few TDs on those flag patterns against Pat Fischer.
Great stuff! 👍🏼 In 67 I was not yet watching football actively, but Dad may have had that week's games on the TV. I love the uniforms in the Pittsburgh/Washington game. 💛
"Simply"...love the "retro-grade" stuff".."Mark"...by the "time you"inject your "facts"and"figures" and "player ID".. these"compilations "take flight"!!🔥🔥
@@markgardner9460 Looking at this excellent video I am kinda struck!!It seems that 67 Cowboys team could and probably should have won another championship or 2 for Dallas.... they had the great Tom Landry and the team was loaded! And I'm not a Cowboy fan!
Dan Reeves tossed that same HB option against the Packers in the Ice Bowl...I can remember watching Cards/Browns (big Browns fan) at age 9, sweating it out until Jim Houston made the interception...Houston's INT vs Giants week earlier was epic, swatting away Tarkenton and huffing and puffing into the end zone..Browns were more fun to watch 1965-1990 than today's version
I was only about 8 months old when the ‘67 season started. I enjoy the subtle changes from that season to 1974, which was the first season I can actually remember. This is some outstanding footage. The influx of the early 70’s cookie cutter, multi-use stadiums really changed the landscape of the NFL Great video Mr. Gardner!
Thank you, Evan. I liked what you said about subtle changes. Now they constantly tinker with the rules to where, over time, the game back then isn't remotely close to today's game.
@@evanmeier3570 I was 8 years old and just starting to enjoy the NFL. I was spoiled by Roger and the boys in the 70s. I'm still a cowboys fan after all these years and still think that Roger Staubach was the best QB to ever play the game. Thank you and have a good day!
@@bennychapman3354 I couldn't argue with that Benny. Roger was without question one of the all time greats and the best of the 70's. He had all the goods. Great leadership, athleticism and toughness.
Man that was a rough trade by the Skins, trading Paul Krause to the Vikings, always thought he was a Minnesota lifer! Loved those old Redskins uniforms though.
Krause got traded for Marlin McKeever who did make 1 pro Bowl and had a solid 13 year career...one interesting thing is McKeever played for 5 coaches who in some respect made the NFL HOF! Grant, George Allen, Otto Graham,Bob Waterfield and Vince Lombardi!
I just read a synopsis on Krause's career they said he was smart instinctive, quick had great hands,etc I totally agree! But it also said he didn't shy away from physical contact!!. I'm a Vikes fan and I know that's a crock!
For sure, regarding your last Krause comment. Regarding MCKeever, he started as a Linebacker, was switched to Tight End, then switched back to Linebacker. I think that's the first example of that in the NFL.
Born in '63. Don't remember a football game until 1969. I asked my dad if I watched Jim Brown play. He said I did! Thanks, Dad! Love the uniforms, mud, and real men playing football!! Some of those hits would be illegal now. "Let the boys play! - Herman Boone
The Dallas victory was the first of 11 straight they would win against the Eagles. The amazing thing about Don Perkins finishing in the top 5 of leading rushers, is that he only averaged about 14 carries a game. Plus he missed all of the 1960 season after getting hurt in Training Camp. Perkins and Meredith were the first two players to sign contracts with the Dallas Franchise. Thing is they signed with the Dallas Rangers. After Tex Schramm changed the name to Cowboys he had to doctor those contracts. The two Dons both retired after the 1968 seasons.
Brooklyn native Joe Scarpatti (21) had some good games versus the Cowboys, who always seemed to dominate Philly in that era. The Eagles had good players, but lousy coaching. Being an Eastern Division team, they were often on my local East Coast TV schedule.
This is the most informative NFL site I've yet to see and I'm very impressed with the research of my favorite years of 1955 through 1981. The interconnecting stories bring intrigue as to the why, the why for's and results of the trades. The players, coaches and GM's were interesting folks. These teams tried to win rather than trying not to lose. Your presentation brings these fine folk back to life so the history will remain alive and not be lost. Also no showboating, stupid end zone dances, playing to the crowd by celebrating for every interception, fumble recovery (like the player discovered the cure for bowel cancer) and sack. As Coach Mike Ditka told his Bear team, "No endzone dancing. Act like you've been there before." Some if the players in response, "They called me a dinosaur!" Continued current player disrespect for their NFL betters. Thank you for all your work p.s. I like your choice of backdrop music.
Thank you very much - I appreciate it! A lot of viewers side with your take on the showboating/end zone dances. They already have a tv show "Dancing With the Stars". You want dancing? Go watch that.
And BTW, no quitting in the middle of a game as we’ve seen recently in today’s NFL. Imagine Lonnie Warwick, for instance, telling Bud Grant “ I just don’t feel like playing today, coach.” And walking off the field. 😵💫
I have some footage from '67/'68 that appears to be yellow-orange in color. It's crazy...and nearly unwatchable. I didn't know that about those teams not having team highlights - good to know.
Couple of observations.Karras in the backfield about every play vs Giants,it's a crime he wasn't voted to HOF until after he passed.J R Wilburn lived in my apt.complex in Richmond,Va in the off-season.My mom was property manager there,and he gave me a signed '68 topps card.Also in the same game,John Hilton scoring the Steeler TD,the first NFL player from my alma mater,Hermitage,also in Richmond.We now have 7.And,of course,Jurgensen.Feel priviliged to have watched him live at RFK several times.
After he retired, Cardinals linebacker Dave Meggysey (60) wrote a controversial book called “Out of Their League,” that focused on what he considered the dehumanizing effects of football.
Cardinals were pugilistic on defense back then, especially against Cleveland, it seemed; three or four of them piling in on a tackle, wicked shots on the sidelines, etc... Steelers, too. This loss to the Redskins reflected what Steeler MLB, Bill Saul, spoke of in a clip, where he said, "you'd play your heart out and lose the game in the 4th quarter." He also opined, in the clip, that opponents likely thought they'd beat the Steelers, but knew it'd be a rough day. They couldn't stay with one QB, for a number of reasons and that situation did not help Pittsburgh.
I think you're spot on correct, Tommy. When I was watching that Cards defense, I was amazed at the gang tackling, as well as piling on and late hits. Safety Larry Wilson stuck out in this regard. No wonder why Running Back careers were even shorter then than they are now.
What an era! Nice Broncos sighting(s) "Curly" Morton and Danny Reeves. Reeves played/assistant coach in 3 SB's, Head Coach in 4....he should be in Canton. Karl Sweetan, haven't heard that name in a while. Sweetan completed allot of passes, many to the wrong team. Was that a Karas sighting, the Lions had a nasty front line. Fran got smoked in that game....some cause and affect goes to Ali Sherman. Thanks brother, appreciated.
Yes, Karras had 12 1/2 sacks in '67, which is an excellent total given that he was a DT playing in a predominatly run-oriented offensive era during a 14 game schedule. Thanks for commenting, as always!
9:37 trivia: Brown's kickoff and punt returner, DB, was the brother of the famous or infamous(depending on your freedom of point of view) african american activist Angela Davis 10:55 you need at least a half of foot of water covering the field for Leroy Kelly to show off his hall of fame running back running abilities , lol ! but seriously, he was one of the greatest mud puddle field runners i ever saw play
Always good stuff Mark! And as previously noted 1967 was a changing of the guard in the NFC North! Last year for the iconic Halas , Lombardi and the first for Bud Grant!
Hi Marc-for this 1960s video I’m gonna have to delve into my 1960s jerseys and put on my 1967 Vikings Rd., White Joe Kapp number 11 jersey for this video
It’s an excellent ebbets field flannel or Mitchell and ness durene reproduction that I had made about 10 years ago with a number of other jerseys that copied 60s styles.
@@markgardner9460yes - I have several MLB - sold many off 15 years ago - I once had a 1974 Kentucky Colonels Aba uniform of a starting forward on the team - white - sold it during that time
I look forward to Fridays knowing Mark is going to drop a vid and the knowledge. Thanks Mark. Why would any team in their right mind let Karl Sweetan be their quarterback?
It's supposed to be a team sport. Walter Payton used to almost always give the football to one of his offensive linemen to spike after he scored a touchdown.
That Dallas Defense was something special.
I was an avid fan of the NFL by 1967. As a youngster in middle school, I tuned in each week. I remember watching the Browns game versus St. Louis on TV - a rare night game in those days. Kelly was my favorite player, with Warfield and Collins close behind. Funny how I remember those players - who are still alive and hopefully doing well today.
Gary Collins is quite underrated, in my opinion. It's fun to watch him punt. From '62-'67 he was the Browns full-time punter.
@@markgardner9460 I didn’t realize he was so tall until I started watching these highlight reels. He cashed in a few TDs on those flag patterns against Pat Fischer.
6'5", right? The 1964 NFLTitle Game MVP with 3 td grabs.
@@markgardner9460 That was a pretty shocking game Browns beating the Colts 27-0!
Now it's 60 years and counting...
Great stuff! 👍🏼
In 67 I was not yet watching football actively, but Dad may have had that week's games on the TV.
I love the uniforms in the Pittsburgh/Washington game. 💛
A lot of fans don't like those Steelers jerseys, but I like 'em! They're unique.
I appreciate your videos . They keep that old NFL Films style alive😎
Thank you - much appreciated!
Thanks for sharing. It was fun watching sixties action. Love the natural grass games.
Glad you enjoyed - thanks!
"Simply"...love the "retro-grade" stuff".."Mark"...by the "time you"inject your "facts"and"figures" and "player ID"..
these"compilations "take flight"!!🔥🔥
It's OK to step back in time...from time to time. Thanks for commenting again and I'm glad that you enjoyed the video!
@@markgardner9460 Looking at this excellent video I am kinda struck!!It seems that 67 Cowboys team could and probably should have won another championship or 2 for Dallas.... they had the great Tom Landry and the team was loaded! And I'm not a Cowboy fan!
Dan Reeves was a very good player with the option pass!!!
Dan Reeves tossed that same HB option against the Packers in the Ice Bowl...I can remember watching Cards/Browns (big Browns fan) at age 9, sweating it out until Jim Houston made the interception...Houston's INT vs Giants week earlier was epic, swatting away Tarkenton and huffing and puffing into the end zone..Browns were more fun to watch 1965-1990 than today's version
Pro football, period, was more fun to watch in 1965-90 than now.
I was only about 8 months old when the ‘67 season started. I enjoy the subtle changes from that season to 1974, which was the first season I can actually remember. This is some outstanding footage. The influx of the early 70’s cookie cutter, multi-use stadiums really changed the landscape of the NFL Great video Mr. Gardner!
Thank you, Evan. I liked what you said about subtle changes. Now they constantly tinker with the rules to where, over time, the game back then isn't remotely close to today's game.
@@evanmeier3570 I was 8 years old and just starting to enjoy the NFL.
I was spoiled by Roger and the boys in the 70s. I'm still a cowboys fan after all these years and still think that Roger Staubach was the best QB to ever play the game.
Thank you and have a good day!
Staubach is the QB that I select if I'm playing in one game. I think he's the best, too.
@@bennychapman3354 I couldn't argue with that Benny. Roger was without question one of the all time greats and the best of the 70's. He had all the goods. Great leadership, athleticism and toughness.
Man that was a rough trade by the Skins, trading Paul Krause to the Vikings, always thought he was a Minnesota lifer! Loved those old Redskins uniforms though.
I like the color scheme of those Redskins uniforms - plus they're free of clutter.
Krause got traded for Marlin McKeever who did make 1 pro Bowl and had a solid 13 year career...one interesting thing is McKeever played for 5 coaches who in some respect made the NFL HOF! Grant, George Allen, Otto Graham,Bob Waterfield and Vince Lombardi!
I just read a synopsis on Krause's career they said he was smart instinctive, quick had great hands,etc I totally agree! But it also said he didn't shy away from physical contact!!. I'm a Vikes fan and I know that's a crock!
For sure, regarding your last Krause comment. Regarding MCKeever, he started as a Linebacker, was switched to Tight End, then switched back to Linebacker. I think that's the first example of that in the NFL.
@@markgardner9460Also liked by the Florida Seminoles - similar arrow on helmet and color scheme. I think the Redskins had that design first.
Born in '63. Don't remember a football game until 1969. I asked my dad if I watched Jim Brown play. He said I did! Thanks, Dad!
Love the uniforms, mud, and real men playing football!! Some of those hits would be illegal now.
"Let the boys play! - Herman Boone
I agree - let 'em play! Too many confusing rules now.
@@markgardner9460 Other than obvious calls I totally agree!
The Washington Pittsburgh game featured Bill Saul on NFL films, he was cussing up a storm
This was the game, eh? Yes, he let loose quite a few times.
I think Jethro Pugh is an underrated player and gets overlooked because of the other great Dallas Cowboy defensive linemen of that era.
Talk about ubderrated - Pugh was that. In 14 years he never made a Pro Bowl team, but he was super solid. Not bad for an 11th round draft pick.
The Dallas victory was the first of 11 straight they would win against the Eagles. The amazing thing about Don Perkins finishing in the top 5 of leading rushers, is that he only averaged about 14 carries a game. Plus he missed all of the 1960 season after getting hurt in Training Camp. Perkins and Meredith were the first two players to sign contracts with the Dallas Franchise. Thing is they signed with the Dallas Rangers. After Tex Schramm changed the name to Cowboys he had to doctor those contracts. The two Dons both retired after the 1968 seasons.
I did not know that about the Dallas Rangers! As always, thanks for the info!!
@@markgardner9460 I didn't know that either!
Brooklyn native Joe Scarpatti (21) had some good games versus the Cowboys, who always seemed to dominate Philly in that era. The Eagles had good players, but lousy coaching. Being an Eastern Division team, they were often on my local East Coast TV schedule.
This is the most informative NFL site I've yet to see and I'm very impressed with the research of my favorite years of 1955 through 1981.
The interconnecting stories bring intrigue as to the why, the why for's and results of the trades.
The players, coaches and GM's were interesting folks.
These teams tried to win rather than trying not to lose. Your presentation brings these fine folk back to life so the history will remain alive and not be lost.
Also no showboating, stupid end zone dances, playing to the crowd by celebrating for every interception, fumble recovery (like the player discovered the cure for bowel cancer) and sack. As Coach Mike Ditka told his Bear team, "No endzone dancing. Act like you've been there before." Some if the players in response, "They called me a dinosaur!" Continued current player disrespect for their NFL betters.
Thank you for all your work
p.s. I like your choice of backdrop music.
Thank you very much - I appreciate it! A lot of viewers side with your take on the showboating/end zone dances. They already have a tv show "Dancing With the Stars". You want dancing? Go watch that.
And BTW, no quitting in the middle of a game as we’ve seen recently in today’s NFL. Imagine Lonnie Warwick, for instance, telling Bud Grant “ I just don’t feel like playing today, coach.” And walking off the field. 😵💫
It's amazing, isn't it? Being paid all that money and ya don't feel/want to play. Get a real job and see how ya like that.
@@markgardner9460 It's really unbelievable! Why did you sign a contract if you are going to do that!?
Wasnt born yet but these are great highlights though. Looking forward to seeing AFL highlights too(any yr).🏈👍🏾👊🏾
I'm considering publishing an old AFL-related video, but need to check on the footage quality, as some of that stuff is grainy and off-color.
@@markgardner9460 That's true. Especially pre-1963. Some teams(i.e. Oakland Raiders, NY Titans had NO season highlights between 1960-62).
I have some footage from '67/'68 that appears to be yellow-orange in color. It's crazy...and nearly unwatchable. I didn't know that about those teams not having team highlights - good to know.
Nice stuff, thanks for another good one.
Glad you enjoyed it - Thank you!
Couple of observations.Karras in the backfield about every play vs Giants,it's a crime he wasn't voted to HOF until after he passed.J R Wilburn lived in my apt.complex in Richmond,Va in the off-season.My mom was property manager there,and he gave me a signed '68 topps card.Also in the same game,John Hilton scoring the Steeler TD,the first NFL player from my alma mater,Hermitage,also in Richmond.We now have 7.And,of course,Jurgensen.Feel priviliged to have watched him live at RFK several times.
It steams me that Karras, Stabler, Ken Riley and others were inducted into the HOF posthumously. It's riduculous!
@@markgardner9460 Agreed and #14 seems to be heading that way! 😖
After he retired, Cardinals linebacker Dave Meggysey (60) wrote a controversial book called “Out of Their League,” that focused on what he considered the dehumanizing effects of football.
Thank you for that information. I hope to check it out!
I was at the Steelers/Redskins game.
The field looked soaked. Do you recall if it rained during the game?
I was 10 at the time. How refreshing, no showboating.
I still have that 1967 book with the football going through the page!
Excellent! I enjoyed reading it.
Very good again, Mark!
Thank you; I appreciate that and am glad you enjoyed it.
Holy Moly that Mel Far 13 yard loss clip was ridiculous!
Made me tired just watching it.
@@markgardner9460 😆
Made the original "Football Follies" film.
Cardinals were pugilistic on defense back then, especially against Cleveland, it seemed; three or four of them piling in on a tackle, wicked shots on the sidelines, etc...
Steelers, too. This loss to the Redskins reflected what Steeler MLB, Bill Saul, spoke of in a clip, where he said, "you'd play your heart out and lose the game in the 4th quarter." He also opined, in the clip, that opponents likely thought they'd beat the Steelers, but knew it'd be a rough day. They couldn't stay with one QB, for a number of reasons and that situation did not help Pittsburgh.
I think you're spot on correct, Tommy. When I was watching that Cards defense, I was amazed at the gang tackling, as well as piling on and late hits. Safety Larry Wilson stuck out in this regard. No wonder why Running Back careers were even shorter then than they are now.
What an era! Nice Broncos sighting(s) "Curly" Morton and Danny Reeves. Reeves played/assistant coach in 3 SB's, Head Coach in 4....he should be in Canton.
Karl Sweetan, haven't heard that name in a while. Sweetan completed allot of passes, many to the wrong team.
Was that a Karas sighting, the Lions had a nasty front line.
Fran got smoked in that game....some cause and affect goes to Ali Sherman.
Thanks brother, appreciated.
Yes, Karras had 12 1/2 sacks in '67, which is an excellent total given that he was a DT playing in a predominatly run-oriented offensive era during a 14 game schedule. Thanks for commenting, as always!
This may have been the game that NFL Films miked up Bill Saul, Pittsburgh's MLB, which became a really good segment.
That is a really great segment!
Yes, this was the game where they wired Saul for sound.
Those NY Giants uniforms were kinda cool with the sock stripes matching the sleeve and pants striping. Kind of like the Browns white unis.
I agree - I like 'em!
Pete Gogolak….that’s a name I haven’t heard of in a long time! Transformed the kicking game. Didn’t he have a brother who played in the pros as well?
Yes, Charlie, who played with Washington from '66 - '68, although he only played one game in '67, and with Boston/New England from '70 - '72.
@ I was almost going to say Charlie.
9:37 trivia: Brown's kickoff and punt returner, DB, was the brother of the famous or infamous(depending on your freedom of point of view) african american activist Angela Davis 10:55 you need at least a half of foot of water covering the field for Leroy Kelly to show off his hall of fame running back running abilities , lol ! but seriously, he was one of the greatest mud puddle field runners i ever saw play
Deacon Jones was quoted as saying that Gale Sayers was another good "mudder"
It's kinda surprising that Don Perkins was 5th all time at the time of his retirement! 6217 yards rushing 42 TD is nothing to sneeze at!
Always good stuff Mark! And as previously noted 1967 was a changing of the guard in the NFC North! Last year for the iconic Halas , Lombardi and the first for Bud Grant!
That's right - I hadn't thought about that. Then Vince came back to coach one more year in '69 & Bud did the same in '85 after "retiring" in '83.
@@markgardner9460 2 iconic coaches that's for sure!
Hi Marc-for this 1960s video I’m gonna have to delve into my 1960s jerseys and put on my 1967 Vikings Rd., White Joe Kapp number 11 jersey for this video
Here's to The '60's!!! You have a very impressive jersey collection!!!
It’s an excellent ebbets field flannel or Mitchell and ness durene reproduction that I had made about 10 years ago with a number of other jerseys that copied 60s styles.
Do you have any CFL or USFL jerseys? MLB? I have about a dozen baseball jerseys - would like to add to that.
@@markgardner9460yes - I have several MLB - sold many off 15 years ago - I once had a 1974 Kentucky Colonels Aba uniform of a starting forward on the team - white - sold it during that time
Wow. That's something that I'd dig - ABA jerseys. I only have one - the name on the back reads "Iceman"
Love the music
Thank you - I'm glad you like it!!
1:57 seems to me, and I’m not a Cowboy fan, Don Perkins seems to be overlooked by media. Anyone else agree or am I on an island here.
I'm with ya. It's a shame that he wasn't inducted into the HOF decades ago.
@@markgardner9460 I agree!
Joe Scarpati DID sign with the Eagles after spurning the Patriots, but not right away. He was in the Packers' training camp originally, but was cut.
OK, thank you for that information - appreciated.
I look forward to Fridays knowing Mark is going to drop a vid and the knowledge. Thanks Mark.
Why would any team in their right mind let Karl Sweetan be their quarterback?
"Ground" Chuck Knox was the Lions Offensive Line Coach in 1967, so maybe he pushed the Head Coach, Joe Schmidt, to run the ball as much as possible.
@@markgardner9460Joe Schmidt definitely had the old school mentality! So it makes sense that himself and Knox loved smash mouth football!
You beat me to the punch with the Scarpati reference! ( Dempsey)
Great unexpected hustle by Homer Jones on the kickoff return!
The immortal Amos Marsh! 4:33!
The film footage is from NFL Films
I have the book in the thumbnail . Read it many times. One of my 66 to 71 set by Jack Zanger .
Nice catch! I have one of the books in that series, too - good stuff.
@@markgardner9460 My 1st source of # s for Madden before the internet. Finding out how to re-number old players correctly was a game changer.
Craig Morton, just as good as any quarterback in N.F.L. history.
Andy Russell was the only player Chuck Noll kept , everybody else got fired. 😆
Center Ray Mansfield stuck around, but I get yer drift. It was a revolving door.
Sam Davis and Rocky Bleier were the only other pre-Noll players whom Noll kept.
Sam Davis and Rocky Bleier were the only other pre-Noll players whom Noll kept.
I did not know Reeves was an RB
He may have been the last player/coach, too, in 1972. Pretty sure he held those duties in '71, too.
Both Browns Cardinals games in 1967 scores of 20-16
...and the Browns beat 'em both times.
The Giants' blocking scheme lacked a key element: blocking.
They couldn't block my Mom. Of course she was known as a fierce pass rusher.
@@markgardner9460 funny 😂
Cowboys avenged an upset loss to the Eagles earlier in the season
Factoid: Ben Davis’s sister was political activist Angela Davis 😮😮😮😮😮 😳 😳 😳 😳 😳
Good old days when the steelers were terrible.
Yeah, they'd fight hard, but almost always come up short on the scoreboard.
In short, Karl Sweetan was the drizzling shits, as the Big Cat Ernie Ladd would say.
Nobody in their right mind would have wanted to mess with The Big Cat.
@@markgardner9460 That's for sure!
So sad how the league deteriorated into a showboat league... players caring more about their showboating ... Jim Brown turning in his grave... 😔
It's supposed to be a team sport. Walter Payton used to almost always give the football to one of his offensive linemen to spike after he scored a touchdown.
Vince Lombardi must be saying, " what the hell is going on out here"?
"Grab! Grab! Grab! Everybody grabbing out there! Nobody tackling!"
@@markgardner9460 That was classic!