Scottie Graham (Former NFL Running Back, NFLPA, and Current RB Coach at Arizona)

Scottie Graham (Former NFL Running Back, NFLPA, and Current RB Coach at Arizona)

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EPISODE SUMMARY

This week Scottie Graham rides shotgun with me in the DeLorean to head back to his playing days at The Ohio State University and in the NFL. Hailing from Long Beach, Scottie found himself at The Ohio State University and ended up becoming a three-year starter and voted Captain in his senior season. For his College career, Scottie rushed for 1,768 yards and 9 touchdowns.

He was then drafted in 1992 as a part of Bill Cowher's first-ever draft class for the Pittsburgh Steelers. That year, Scottie ended up playing for the New York Jets. According to Pro Football Reference, he only played in 2 games and rushed the ball 14 times for 29 yards.

Then, he caught some fire with the Minnesota Vikings from 1993 - 1996, where he ended up breaking a Vikings' record for yards rushing in consecutive games. First, he ran for 166 yards against the Kansas City Chiefs, then blew past the Green Bay Packers for 139 yards (in 1993). Scottie finished his NFL career with the Cincinnati Bengals, amassing for his career, 1,267 rushing yards and 7 touchdowns (plus 20 catches for 126 yards).

Perhaps the most impressive feat is Scottie never recorded a fumble in his entire NFL career. Nah, it was the award he won in 1996, the Ed Block Courage Award. According to the Ed Block website, "each year, the Ed Block Courage Awards honors those National Football League players who exemplify commitments to the principles of sportsmanship and courage." This award is given to one player for each NFL team on an annual basis.

I have a feeling this is one reason Scottie succeeded at the NFLPA with Gene Upshaw for many years. You can hear it in the interview how he has a genuine care for people. After his long run with the NFLPA, Scottie moved to Arizona State University in the Athletic Department, working with student-athletes. All of this prepared him for his next journey.

Announced January 4, 2021, Scottie is now the running backs coach at Arizona University. Best of luck to Scottie and the WildCats this upcoming season, as we are looking forward to all football leagues getting back to some normalcy this year.

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THE FOOTBALL HISTORY DUDE BACKGROUND

The Football History Dude is a show dedicated to teaching NFL fans about the rich history of the game we all know and love. I’m your host, Arnie Chapman, and I’m just a regular dude that loves football and is a nerd when it comes to learning about history. I created this show to share the gridiron knowledge nuggets I gain from researching various topics about the history of the National Football League. Each episode I welcome you to climb aboard my DeLorean to travel back in time to explore the yesteryear of the gridiron, and yes, that’s a reference to the Back to the Future Movies.

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Bert Bell – Philadelphia Eagles and Pittsburgh Steelers (Owner)

Bert Bell – Philadelphia Eagles and Pittsburgh Steelers (Owner)

Tweet This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore the life and career of the man that founded the Philadelphia Eagles.  Bert Bell was also co-owner of the Pittsburgh Steelers.  However, his biggest contribution to the NFL came as the commissioner that built the league's image to heights unmatched by any previous regime.  So strap on your seat belt, and let’s get ready to take this baby up to 88mph.   FREE ENTRY TO DRAFTKINGS   Connect with the show: Visit the show notes for this episode Visit me on the web - my about page Contact the show Follow me on Twitter Subscribe on YouTube   Read Full Transcript   Are you interested in sharing your favorite football moment on the show?  This is your chance to share your story with all my listener’s. Click here to share your favorite football moment LINKS FROM THE SHOW Pro Football Hall of Fame - Bert Bell Biography Explore PA History NFL Player's Association National Manufacturer's Association YouTube - Bert Bell story Below are some relevant items to this episode.  (Note - these are affiliate links, so if you click through here I will get a small commission at no extra charge to you.  I would appreciate your support of the show.) Please enter your name. Please enter a valid email address. Mash This Button to Subscribe to the Newsletter Something went wrong. Please check your entries and try again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

5 Sep 201818min

Tim Mara – Founder/Owner of New York Giants

Tim Mara – Founder/Owner of New York Giants

Tweet   This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore the life and career of the man that founded the New York Giants.  Tim Mara was known for many things, but the biggest contributions he made to the game of football had to do with bringing an NFL team to the nation's largest city.  He created a storied franchise that helped put the NFL on the map.  So strap on your seat belt, and let’s get ready to take this baby up to 88mph.   FREE ENTRY TO DRAFTKINGS   Connect with the show: Visit the show notes for this episode Visit me on the web - my about page Contact the show Follow me on Twitter Subscribe on YouTube   Read Full Transcript     Are you interested in sharing your favorite football moment on the show?  This is your chance to share your story with all my listener’s. Click here to share your favorite football moment LINKS FROM THE SHOW Pro Football Hall of Fame - Tim Mara Bio Pro Football Hall of Fame - New York Giants Team History UK History of Betting Sports Illustrated - Sports Betting on the Super Bowl article New York Daily News - Tim Mara and Giants Family Tree Below are some relevant items to this episode.  (Note - these are affiliate links, so if you click through here I will get a small commission at no extra charge to you.  I would appreciate your support of the show.)     Please enter your name. Please enter a valid email address. Mash This Button to Subscribe to the Newsletter Something went wrong. Please check your entries and try again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

29 Aug 201814min

George Preston Marshall – Founder/Owner of Washington Redskins

George Preston Marshall – Founder/Owner of Washington Redskins

Tweet This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to explore the life and career of the man that founded the Washington Redskins.  George Preston Marshall was known for many things, but the biggest contributions he made to the NFL had to do with the fan's experience of the game.  He created a spectacle that was more than just a football game.  So strap on your seat belt, and let’s get ready to take this baby up to 88mph.   Connect with the show: Visit the show notes for this episode Visit me on the web - my about page Contact the show Follow me on Twitter Subscribe on YouTube   Read Full Transcript   Are you interested in sharing your favorite football moment on the show?  This is your chance to share your story with all my listener’s. Click here to share your favorite football moment LINKS FROM THE SHOW Pro Football Hall of Fame - George Preston Marshall Bio Washington Post - Article about the Marshall and the Redskin's name Washington Post - Article about Marshall against the Government Pro Football Reference - Newark Tornadoes Record SportsECyclopedia - Newark Tornadoes SportsECyclopedia - Boston Redskins The Hogs.net - The Redskins Fight Song History Super Bowl Ad Cost Article Great Depression - The New Deal Below are some relevant items to this episode.  (Note - these are affiliate links, so if you click through here I will get a small commission at no extra charge to you.  I would appreciate your support of the show.) Please enter your name. Please enter a valid email address. Mash This Button to Subscribe to the Newsletter Something went wrong. Please check your entries and try again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

22 Aug 201817min

Bill Winkenbach – The Father of Fantasy Football (A Brief History)

Bill Winkenbach – The Father of Fantasy Football (A Brief History)

Tweet 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.   Connect with the show: Visit the show notes for this episode Visit me on the web - my about page Contact the show Follow me on Twitter Subscribe on YouTube   Click below for the transcript.  I have included affiliate links to Amazon throughout the transcript to complement the episode.  If you purchase through these links it will support the show at no extra cost to you. Read Full Transcript   Are you interested in sharing your favorite football moment on the show?  This is your chance to share your story with all my listener’s. Click here to share your favorite football moment LINKS FROM THE SHOW Toyota Hall of Fame Article in San Diego Tribune Article on the Fantasyfootballers Site PDF - A Nod and a Wink to Fantasy Football Fantasy Sports Trade Association National Geographic - Mimeograph Pro Football Hall of Fame - Ron Wolf Bio YouTube - Toyota Hall of Fame - Bill Winkenbach YouTube - Andrew Mousalimas Below are some relevant items to this episode.  (Note - these are affiliate links, so if you click through here I will get a small commission at no extra charge to you.  I would appreciate your support of the show.) Please enter your name. Please enter a valid email address. Mash This Button to Subscribe to the Newsletter Something went wrong. Please check your entries and try again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

15 Aug 201831min

Listener’s Favorite Football Moments – Part 3 + Chris Berman Interview

Listener’s Favorite Football Moments – Part 3 + Chris Berman Interview

Tweet 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 also have a special guest stop by that needs no introduction and hear about his favorite personal football moment of all-time.  He goes by Boomer, Swami, or Chris Berman.  Pick your poison. So strap on your seatbelt, and let’s get ready to take this baby up to 88mph.   Connect with the show: Visit the show notes for this episode Visit me on the web - my about page Contact the show Follow me on Twitter Subscribe on YouTube   Click below for the transcript.  I have included affiliate links to Amazon throughout the transcript to complement the episode.  If you purchase through these links it will support the show at no extra cost to you. Read Full Transcript Are you interested in sharing your favorite football moment on the show?  This is your chance to share your story with all my listener’s. Click here to share your favorite football moment Time Stamps and Links For Storytellers (1:30) - Boomer - YouTube Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame Speech (3:50) - Michael Archambeau - Follow Michael on Twitter (5:10) - Micah Cedergren - Follow Micah on Twitter (9:00) - Jack Blackmon - Follow Jack on Twitter (17:10) - Chris Rynders - Follow Chris on Twitter Links From The Episode YouTube - Barry Sanders Run Against Cowboys YouTube - Barry Sanders NFL Top 10 Runs YouTube - Brett Favre - The Gunslinger YouTube - 2018 National Fantasy Football Convention National Fantasy Football Convention Website   Below are some relevant items to this episode.  (Note - these are affiliate links, so if you click through here I will get a small commission at no extra charge to you.  I would appreciate your support of the show.) Please enter your name. Please enter a valid email address. Mash This Button to Subscribe to the Newsletter Something went wrong. Please check your entries and try again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

8 Aug 201834min

Ray Lewis (2018 Hall of Fame Class) – Baltimore Ravens Linebacker

Ray Lewis (2018 Hall of Fame Class) – Baltimore Ravens Linebacker

Tweet   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.   Connect with the show: Visit the show notes for this episode Visit me on the web - my about page Contact the show Follow me on Twitter Subscribe on YouTube   Click below for the transcript.  I have included affiliate links to Amazon throughout the transcript to complement the episode.  If you purchase through these links it will support the show at no extra cost to you. Read Full Transcript     Are you interested in sharing your favorite football moment on the show?  This is your chance to share your story with all my listener’s. Click here to share your favorite football moment LINKS FROM THE SHOW Pro Football Hall of Fame - Ray Lewis Biography.com - Ray Lewis Ray Lewis Website ESPN - Ray Lewis Stats YouTube - Ray Lewis: Best Mic'd Up YouTube - Ray Lewis After AFC Championship Loss YouTube - Ray Lewis Finds Out He's In Below are some relevant items to this episode.  (Note - these are affiliate links, so if you click through here I will get a small commission at no extra charge to you.  I would appreciate your support of the show.)     Please enter your name. Please enter a valid email address. Mash This Button to Subscribe to the Newsletter Something went wrong. Please check your entries and try again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

4 Aug 201811min

Brian Urlacher (2018 Hall of Fame Class) – Chicago Bears Linebacker

Brian Urlacher (2018 Hall of Fame Class) – Chicago Bears Linebacker

Tweet   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.   Connect with the show: Visit the show notes for this episode Visit me on the web - my about page Contact the show Follow me on Twitter Subscribe on YouTube   Click below for the transcript.  I have included affiliate links to Amazon throughout the transcript to complement the episode.  If you purchase through these links it will support the show at no extra cost to you. Read Full Transcript     Are you interested in sharing your favorite football moment on the show?  This is your chance to share your story with all my listener’s. Click here to share your favorite football moment LINKS FROM THE SHOW Pro Football Hall of Fame - Brian Urlacher ESPN - Brian Urlacher: The Life Bleacher Report - Brian Urlacher Career YouTube - Brian Urlacher Career Highlights YouTube - Brian Urlacher Top Play From Every Year YouTube - Brian Urlacher Looks Back on Hall of Fame Career     Below are some relevant items to this episode.  (Note - these are affiliate links, so if you click through here I will get a small commission at no extra charge to you.  I would appreciate your support of the show.)     Please enter your name. Please enter a valid email address. Mash This Button to Subscribe to the Newsletter Something went wrong. Please check your entries and try again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3 Aug 201811min

Brian Dawkins (2018 Hall of Fame Class) – Philadelphia Eagles / Denver Broncos Safety

Brian Dawkins (2018 Hall of Fame Class) – Philadelphia Eagles / Denver Broncos Safety

Tweet   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.   Connect with the show: Visit the show notes for this episode Visit me on the web - my about page Contact the show Follow me on Twitter Subscribe on YouTube   Click below for the transcript.  I have included affiliate links to Amazon throughout the transcript to complement the episode.  If you purchase through these links it will support the show at no extra cost to you. Read Full Transcript     Are you interested in sharing your favorite football moment on the show?  This is your chance to share your story with all my listener’s. Click here to share your favorite football moment LINKS FROM THE SHOW Pro Football Hall of Fame - Brian Dawkins Bio Pro Football Hall of Fame - Brian Dawkins Donates Artifacts Bleacher Report - Brian Dawkins Career ESPN - NFC Championship Game History Mile High Report - Brian Dawkins Wins Ed Block Award     Below are some relevant items to this episode.  (Note - these are affiliate links, so if you click through here I will get a small commission at no extra charge to you.  I would appreciate your support of the show.)             Please enter your name. Please enter a valid email address. Mash This Button to Subscribe to the Newsletter Something went wrong. Please check your entries and try again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2 Aug 201812min

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