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2 days ago · Four: Call us by our name. Kansas State had used “Aggies” as its nickname but prior to the 1915 season, new coach John “Chief” Bender gave his squad the nickname “Wildcats.”. The ...
5 days ago · The Patriots prevailed 31-0. Steve Grogan threw touchdown passes to Don Hasselbeck, Russ Francis, and Darryl Stingley. Don Calhoun added a rushing touchdown, while Sam Cunningham ran for 101 yards. The defense was led by Mike Haynes and Bob Howard, who each intercepted Seattle quarterback Steve Myer twice.
5 days ago · It wasn’t hard to figure out why Sam Cunningham had the nickname “Bam.” Sure, the moniker rhymes with his last name, but Cunningham was also a 6’3, 226-pound ball of trouble. The fullback was an All-American and national champion with the USC Trojans and then was the 11th overall pick of the New England Patriots in the 1973 NFL Draft.
Sep 9, 2024 · His backup, Steve Grogan, was considered one of the best reserve quarterbacks in the league. Grogan was the starter in six of the Patriots' games, and finished the regular season with 85 out of 156 completions for 1,311 yards, 7 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions.
4 days ago · Spending his entire career with the Patriots, Steve Grogan ranks among the franchise's all-time leading passers and remains a fan favorite for his gritty, fearless style of play. Known for his toughness and ability to bounce back from injuries, Grogan helped guide the team to a Super Bowl appearance in the 1985 season.
4 days ago · The epitome of grit and toughness, Steve Grogan patrolled the Patriots backfield throughout the '70s and '80s as a dual-threat quarterback known for his fearless style of play.
Sep 9, 2024 · Known for his toughness, leadership, and football intelligence, Steve Grogan was the face of the New England Patriots' offense for more than a decade. Grogan's strong arm and uncanny knack for making plays with his legs made him one of the most versatile quarterbacks of the 1980s.
