Author: The Football History Dude

My name is Arnie Chapman, and I am the host of The Football History Dude, a podcast dedicated to teaching fans about the rich history of the NFL. The show officially launched on 4/15/18, and I have not looked back. I have always been passionate about football, and learning about the history of the game has intrigued me, as well. I'm asking you to come along with me on my DeLorean to travel back in time and learn about the yesteryear of the gridiron. To get started, you can go to my website for more details.

In this episode,  we fire up the DeLorean and head back for another round of listener’s “my football moments”. Each listener has a unique story to tell about their favorite football moments. We hear from four listener’s in the United States, and a special once in a lifetime story from a listener from Germany. So strap on your seatbelt, and let’s get ready to take this baby up to 88mph. Listen and subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, Stitcher, and other ways. Sign up for my FREE NEWSLETTER for more content from the show. Connect with the show: Visit the show…

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This episode, we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore the life and career of Don Hutson, the NFL’s first true wide receiver. Don played wide receiver for the Green Bay Packers and is often referred to as one of the greatest Packers and NFL players of all time. He was the most dominating player of his era, and in this episode, we get to learn about how Don Hutson to the touchdown catch was like Babe Ruth to the home run. So strap on your seatbelt, and let’s get ready to take this baby up to 88mph.…

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This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore the life and career of George Halas, also known as “Papa Bear.” George was the founder of the Chicago Bears. He was also a player, coach, and owner throughout 63 of his 88 years on this planet. So strap on your seatbelt, and let’s get ready to take this baby up to 88mph. Listen and subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, and other ways. Sign up for my FREE NEWSLETTER for more content from the show. Connect with the show: Visit the show notes for this episode…

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This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore the life and career of Beattie Feathers, the NFL’s first 1,000 yard rusher. Until 1934, his rookie season, it was thought to be impossible to amass 1,000 rushing yards in a single season. Beattie Feathers would end up surpassing this mark on the way to one of the greatest rookie campaigns in NFL history. So strap on your seat belt, and let’s get ready to take this baby up to 88mph. Listen and subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, and other ways. Sign up for my FREE NEWSLETTER…

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This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore the history of fantasy football. Millions of people across the globe play fantasy football each year, but how many of them know how and when the game was founded? It may surprise you a little to find out some of the details behind the fateful first draft back in the early 1960’s. So strap on your seat belt, and let’s get ready to take this baby up to 88mph. Listen and subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, and other ways. Sign up for my FREE NEWSLETTER for more…

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This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore the life and career of Bronko Nagurski, the original Monster of the Midway. Bronko was one of the most feared runners and defenders of the early Chicago Bears. He was famously known for one of the greatest comebacks in sports history, returning to the game after a 6 year hiatus. He was also a world champion professional wrestler. So strap on your seat belt, and let’s get ready to take this baby up to 88mph. Listen and subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, and other ways. Sign up…

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This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore a super brief overview of the career of Ray Lewis. He was one of the most influential sports team leaders of all-time. This is episode 8 of a 8-part series of daily episodes about the careers of the 2018 Hall of Fame Class. So strap on your seat belt, and let’s get ready to take this baby up to 88mph. Listen and subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, and other ways. Sign up for my FREE NEWSLETTER for more content from the show. Connect with the show: Visit…

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This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore a super brief overview of the career of Brian Urlacher. He was one of the most versatile linebackers in league history, revitalizing the “Monsters of the Midway” in the early 2000’s. This is episode 7 of a 8-part series of daily episodes about the careers of the 2018 Hall of Fame Class. So strap on your seat belt, and let’s get ready to take this baby up to 88mph. Listen and subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, and other ways. Sign up for my FREE NEWSLETTER for more…

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This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore a super brief overview of the career of Terrell Owens. He was one of the most polarizing players in recent memory, but there’s no denying the success he had between the hash marks. This is episode 5 of a 8-part series of daily episodes about the careers of the 2018 Hall of Fame Class. So strap on your seat belt, and let’s get ready to take this baby up to 88mph. Listen and subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, and other ways. Sign up for my FREE NEWSLETTER…

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This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore a super brief overview of the career of Brian Dawkins. He was one of the most dominating safeties of the 21st century, earning him the nickname, Weapon-X. This is episode 6 of a 8-part series of daily episodes about the careers of the 2018 Hall of Fame Class. So strap on your seat belt, and let’s get ready to take this baby up to 88mph. Listen and subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, and other ways. Sign up for my FREE NEWSLETTER for more content from the show.…

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