This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore a super brief overview of the career of Randy Moss. He was given the nickname, Freak, because no single man on defense even stood a chance at a hope and a prayer against this guy. This is episode 4 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…
Author: The Football History Dude
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.
The latest episode of The Football History Dude podcast is hot off the presses. This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore a super brief overview of the career of. He played a key roll in helping Vince Lombardi turn the “Green Bay Power Sweep” into one of the most devastating plays in NFL history. This is episode 2 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…
The latest episode of The Football History Dude podcast is hot off the presses. This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore a super brief overview of the career of Robert Brazile. He was given the nickname, Dr. Doom, because he created havoc for offenses on the way a Hall of Fame career. This is episode 3 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…
The Football History Dude – Bobby Beathard (2018 Pro Football Hall of Fame Class) – Redskins/Chargers General Manager This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore a super brief overview of the career of Bobby Beathard. This is episode 1 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. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, and other ways. Connect with the show: Visit the show notes for this episode Visit me…
The Football History Dude – Pro Football Hall of Fame (Brief History) This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore a brief history of the Professional Football Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony for the 2018 class is on August 4th. You will learn why the Hall is in Canton, the various renovations throughout the history of the Hall, and the leaders that have made this venue amazing. A side topic gives you a quick explanation of how NFL players, coaches, and contributors are eligible and selected for each year’s class. So strap on your seat…
The Football History Dude – Listener’s Favorite Football Moments #1 This is a special episode. We get to listen to the fans of The Football History Dude tell a story about their favorite football moment. There are 5 different stories that run the gamut from a specific play up to a listener’s life. If you’re interested in sending your personal favorite football moment to be featured on an upcoming episode, please see below for more details. So strap on your seat belt, and let’s get this baby up to 88 miles per hour. Click to listen on Apple Podcasts, Google…
The Football History Dude – Red Grange (Chicago Bears) – The Galloping Ghost This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore the life and career of Harold “Red” Grange. The Galloping Ghost. He was the most hyped player of his generation, and he sure did live up to the billing George Halas gave him when he took him on a “barnstorming” tour in 1925. So strap on your seatbelt, and let’s get ready to take this baby up to 88mph. Full Episode Show notes at The Football History Dude Website Click to listen on Apple…
The Football History Dude – Joe Carr – The Father of Professional Football This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore the life and career of Joe Carr, the Father of Professional Football. He was the NFL President from 1921 – 1939 and was considered one of the most influential people in bringing legitimacy to the league. Due to his contributions to the league, Joe Carr was inducted to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in the inaugural class of 1963. So strap on your seatbelt, and let’s get ready to take this baby up to…
The Football History Dude – Ralph Hay – The Founder of the NFL This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore the life and career of Ralph Hay, The Founder of the NFL. He was an owner of an auto dealership and the Canton Bulldogs, a professional football team. Professional football in the Ohio region was at the brink of extinction, so Mr. Hay gathered together representatives from 11 different teams on September 17, 1920 to discuss the formation of a new league. The meeting would result in formation of the American Professional Football Association, which…
The Football History Dude – Pudge Heffelfinger – The First Professional Football Player This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore the life and career of William “Pudge” Heffelfinger, the First Professional Football Player. He was an excellent guard at Yale University in the late 1800’s, but his biggest contribution to the game of football was being known as the first documented professional football player. Pudge Heffelfinger’s account as the first professional player paved the way to transform the game into what you and I now know as the National Football League. Strap on your seatbelt,…