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Jun 24, 2024 · -- More than anything, what separated Lewellen from his peers was his punting during an era where, according to former NFL coach and commissioner Bert Bell, “kicking then was (the) main offensive threat.” By kicking, Bell meant punting. In 1932, for example, Dutch Clark led the NFL with three field goals.
6 days ago · Meanwhile, Rooney bought half of the Philadelphia Eagles from Bert Bell. By March, Thompson had yet to even open an office in Pittsburgh and Rooney was having second thoughts. So the owners swapped teams and brands.
3 days ago · In 1933, Bert Bell, a former player from the 1921 championship team, alongside Lud Wray, acquired the rights to the defunct team. This key acquisition laid the groundwork for what would eventually evolve into today’s Philadelphia Eagles.
6 days ago · Bert Bell (5 seasons) Tenure: 1936 - 40 Bert Bell, the second head coach in Eagles history, took over for Lud Wray in 1936. He led Philly to a 10-44-2 record over five seasons.
Jun 26, 2024 · UPTON BELL, former NFL executive and son of former NFL commissioner Bert Bell. “It’s hard to pick a senior candidate since there are so many on my list. Big Daddy Lipscomb would be right near the top, followed by Jimmy Orr or Tom Matte. But my pick would be, without a doubt, Mike Curtis.
4 days ago · It is the most historic NFC North rivalry. The Bears held the winning record against the Packers for many decades, at one point, having led the series by as many as 24 games (in 1960 and again in 1992). The Packers surpassed the Bears in 2017 and now lead the series, 107–95–6.
5 days ago · Commish Bert Bell decreed measurements verboten, relying on the head ref to make the first down and TD calls by keen observation alone.
