The Football Nut Jan 17, 2008
The George Blanda "please quit before you embarrass yourself any more" award-Or maybe it's "please stay retired." Vinny Testaverde is going to get himself killed out there one of these days. Never the most mobile QB to begin with, Testaverde's 44-year-old legs made every Panthers passing play a form of the old "Statue of Liberty" play, with you-know-who as the statue. (Chetek Alert, WI)
NFL Final Four: Long wait finally has ended for punter Jan 16, 2008
Quarterback-kicker George Blanda of Oakland was 48 years old when the Raiders played the Steelers in 1976 for the AFC title. Carney, who now plays with the Kansas City Chiefs, was 42 years old when his New Orleans Saints played the Bears for the NFC title last year. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Patriots' Tom Brady makes being a superstar QB look almost routine, selected AP male athlete Dec 22, 2007
1970 George Blanda, football. 1969 Tom Seaver, baseball. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Dennis Dixon's knee injury significantly altered the college football landscape. Nov 17, 2007
Leaf, a drop-back passer whose mobility calls to mind the twilight years of George Blanda, is a miserable match with offensive coordinator Chip Kelly's free-wheeling spread option system. Wildcats corner Antoine Cason should probably win the Thorpe Award as the nation's best defensive back. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
[From The Times-Picayune] Nov 5, 2007
Currently, Carney ranks fourth in NFL history in scoring with 1,749 points, trailing only longtime Saints kicker Morten Andersen (2,445), Gary Anderson (2,434) and George Blanda (2,002). In his six games with Jacksonville this season, Carney is 8 of 9 in field-goal attempts, while Mare has struggled in New Orleans, hitting just 4 of 8 attempts. (Nola.com -- Sports)
WHAT A KICK! Oct 30, 2007
Most points after touchdown attempted - 842 (First: George Blanda, 959). Most points after touchdown made - 832 (First: Blanda, 943). (Nola.com -- Sports)
Andersen still has field goals Oct 30, 2007
UPDATED: 2 :31 a.m. CDT, October 30, 2007. Missing cached content. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Brandt: What we learned from Week 7 Oct 23, 2007
The first time it happened was on Oct. 24, 1965 (almost to the day) and it was also accomplished by a Houston player -- Oilers quarterback George Blanda relieved Don Trull and tossed four third-quarter TDs against Kansas City. The Oilers beat the Chiefs 38-36 -- the same score by which Rosenfels and the Texans lost to Tennessee. (ESPN -- Football News)
At bye week, Packers, Favre make magic with 5-1 mark Oct 15, 2007
" In stark contrast to last week's mistake-marred, 27-20 loss to the Chicago Bears when the Packers paid for five turnovers, this time they forced two critical Redskins errors that made the biggest difference. With the Packers trailing 14-10 and the Favre Revival Tour unable to do much against the league's top-ranked pass defense, the situation called for something bold. On a sloppy day when Favre threw two interceptions to take the all-time lead from George Blanda with 279, defensive tackle and... (USA Today -- Sports)
Redskins' defense to test Packers passing game Oct 14, 2007
Favre, who will break a tie with George Blanda and become the league s all-time interception king with his next pick, has earned rave reviews for being more careful this year. He has thrown only four interceptions, and only one true head-scratcher: a lob to Brian Urlacher that helped the Bears mount a second-half comeback on Sunday. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Favre not overly concerned’ with interception record Oct 13, 2007
With his next interception, Favre will break a tie with George Blanda and become the NFL s all-time interception king. It s been 17 years, said Favre, who enters Sunday s game against Washington with 277 career picks. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
QB-needy Panthers agree to deal with Testaverde Oct 11, 2007
George Blanda started for the in 1975 at the age of 48. Hurney said he has no concerns with Testaverde's age. (ESPN -- Football News)
Desperate Bears beat Favre, Packers 27-20 at Lambeau again Oct 9, 2007
Brett Favre couldn t rally the Packers, taking them to the Bears 31 before throwing an interception in the end zone to end the game and tie George Blanda s record with his 277th interception. After everything he s done to us, I guess that s only fair, Bears safety Danieal Manning said. (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
Packers player notes Oct 9, 2007
Favre had two passes picked off in the 27-20 loss to Chicago on Sunday night, giving him 277 in his career to tie George Blanda. Favre had one touchdown pass to boost the league record he attained the previous week to 423. (BearReport.com)
Packers, Brett Favre brilliant until unraveling after mistakes Oct 9, 2007
Favre had a brutal second half, going 10-of-18 for 79 yards with no touchdowns and two interceptions, the last a desperation heave in the waning seconds that tied him with George Blanda for the most all time at 277. We got out of a rhythm, Favre said. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Wildcats at 5-0, but will SEC gauntlet leave Kentucky fried? Oct 4, 2007
George Blanda and Babe Parilli quarterbacked the 'Cats. Bryant and Blanton Collier coached them, the latter's 1959 staff also featuring Don Shula, Bill Arnsparger and a former Kentucky All-American, Howard Schnellenberger. (USA Today -- Sports)
Favre takes over TD record Oct 1, 2007
Favre remained three picked-off passes from topping George Blanda on the career list. Former teammate Darren Sharper had one in the first quarter that was wiped out by a penalty. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Favre takes over TD record, leads Pack past Vikes 23-16 Oct 1, 2007
Favre remained three picked-off passes away from passing George Blanda. Winning for the fourth time in the last five meetings here, Favre went 32-for-45 for 344 yards as Green Bay improved to 4-0 for the first time since 1998. (International Herald Tribune)
Favre on verge of two more passing records Sep 30, 2007
"Three away from it. He has a great chance to make history,'' Vikings safety Darren Sharper said slyly, feigning ignorance of the career touchdown mark Favre tied last week.advertisementInstead, Sharper took a lighthearted swing this week at his former teammate, focusing on the career interception record that Green Bay's indestructible quarterback can also establish Sunday.With 420 touchdown passes, Favre is even with Dan Marino. With 275 interceptions, Favre is near the 277 throws George Blanda... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Running game, not records, concerns Favre Sep 27, 2007
I think maybe it would be more of a source for pride if we could help him tie the record for most career interceptions with George Blanda, Childress said. Favre needs two more interceptions to tie Blanda s career total of 277. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Favre ties Marino’s TD mark as Packers roll to 3-0 Sep 24, 2007
Nor was the fact Favre has gone two straight games without throwing an interception, thus putting George Blanda on hold a little longer before passing on the all-time record in that category. Favre probably could have broken Marino s record late in the game when linebacker Nick Barnett intercepted Philip Rivers and returned the ball 38 yards to the San Diego 2. (Winona Daily News, MN)
47-year-old Andersen back with Falcons Sep 21, 2007
He was more than happy to help out, because this puts the 47-year-old freak of nature another season closer to his ultimate goal: playing until hes 50 and passing George Blanda as the oldest player in NFL history. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Falcons could use more mulligans Sep 19, 2007
Bring back George Blanda, hell he can kick AND play QB.. By. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Notes: McCown starts, doesn't sparkle Sep 18, 2007
Janikowski's 38-yarder early in the second quarter moved him past Hall of Famer George Blanda. Janikowski is five from catching career leader Chris Bahr. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Browns-Bengals: Eye-Popping Numbers Sep 18, 2007
It was only the third NFL game with both quarterbacks passing for five touchdowns or more in a contest (11/2/69 New Orleans Billy Kilmer (6 TDs) and St. Louis Charley Johnson (6 TDs); 12/22/63 Tom Flores (6 TDs) and Houstons George Blanda (5 TDs). - -Eight receptions and 146 yards were both career highs. (BerniesInsiders.com)
Favre earns another piece of NFL history Sep 17, 2007
I think it s a team effort, said Favre, who also moved within three of Dan Marino s all-time touchdown pass record of 420 (and within two of George Blanda s all-time interception record of 277). Last week (a 16-13 win over Philadelphia) is a perfect example. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Browns outscore Bengals Sep 17, 2007
Oaklands Tom Flores (6) and Houstons George Blanda (5) both did it on Dec. 22, 1963, and Billy Kilmer of New Orleans (6) and Charley Johnson of St. Louis (6) also did it Nov, 5, 1969. Joe Jurevicius caught two TD passes and Kellen Winslow had one for the Browns, who finally got to show off their new offense under first-year coordinator Rob Chudzinski. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Cleveland upends Cincinnati 51-45 Sep 17, 2007
Oakland's Tom Flores (6) and Houston's George Blanda (5) both did it on Dec. 22, 1963, and Billy Kilmer of New Orleans (6) and Charley Johnson of St. Louis (6) also did it Nov, 5, 1969. caught two TD passes and had one for the Browns, who finally got to show off their new offense under first-year coordinator Rob Chudzinski. (USA Today -- Sports)
NFL roundup: Colts, Packers, Steelers win Sep 17, 2007
Oakland's Tom Flores (6) and Houston's George Blanda (5) both did it on Dec. 22, 1963, and Billy Kilmer of New Orleans (6) and Charley Johnson of St. Louis (6) also did on Nov, 5, 1969. Johnson had 11 catches for 209 yards and two TDs, and jumped headfirst after the second score into the Dawg Pound, where he was baptized in a shower of beer by Cleveland's rowdiest fans. (News & Observer -- Sports)
NFL: Anderson throws 5 TDs as Browns hold out Bengals Sep 17, 2007
Oakland's Tom Flores (6) and Houston's George Blanda (5) both did it on Dec. 22, 1963, and Billy Kilmer of New Orleans (6) and Charley Johnson of St. Louis (6) also did on Nov, 5, 1969. Packers 35, Giants 13. (International Herald Tribune)
Saints marching to oblivion Sep 17, 2007
The only other time it happened came on Dec. 22, 1963, when Oakland's Tom Flores (six) and Houston's George Blanda (five) did it. 417 - Career touchdown passes by Green Bay's Brett Favre, who needs just three more to tie Dan Marino's all-time record. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Season storylines worth watching Sep 7, 2007
Fans' guide to the 2007 NFL season - USATODAY.com. Buy and sell tickets to premium and sold out events. (USA Today -- Sports)
Raiders hustle to score online Sep 7, 2007
As for the Raiders' Web site, "the goal is mainly to tell the Raider story on and off the field," said Tom Blanda, a senior executive and director of finance and technology with the Raiders (and no relation to Raiders legend George Blanda). "If there are sponsorships, that is good," he said, but that is not the main goal. (East Bay Business Times, CA)
Packers will rely this season on defense Sep 4, 2007
He also is on the verge of setting a more dubious milestone, needing five interceptions for the career record (George Blanda, 277). But Favre has always maintained he cares far more about winning than records. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Testaverde back for 21st season Aug 19, 2007
SI.com - 2007 NFL Preview - Patriots re-sign Testaverde, 43, to be third-string QB - Saturday August 18, 2007 8:17PM. Patriots re-sign Testaverde, 43, to be third-string QB. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
ED BROWN: 1928-2007Quarterback led undefeated Dons Aug 8, 2007
ED BROWN: 1928-2007 / Quarterback led undefeated Dons (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Where Are They Now? Jul 7, 2007
New York Yankees pitcher Roger Clemens might be the modern-day symbol of sports longevity, but Clemens will have to pitch another four years, become a good hitter and learn to play the outfield to rival George Blanda, who played in the NFL until he was 48 ... Images from the 26-year pro football career of George Blanda, who was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1981 ... Hall of Famer George Blanda, shown as a Houston Oiler (left), was "one of the all-time classics," according to... (ESPN -- Football News)
Twilight Highlights Jun 9, 2007
" Not A Joking Matter Palmer wasn't the first post-40 athlete to hear jokes. During the 1970 exhibition season, the Oakland Raiders released George Blanda, 43, who originally made a name for himself with the 1950s-era Chicago Bears. Blanda was quickly brought back after early season injuries. And just as quickly, that transaction jump-started a season for the ages. In a five-week stretch that strained belief, whether it was coming off the bench at quarterback or saving a game at place-kicker,... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Cuban's newest enemy is NFL (Dan Daly) Jun 5, 2007
Something else the UFL might want to think about: In that inaugural season, the AFL had half a dozen future Hall of Famers -- two coaches (Sid Gillman and Hank Stram) and four players (George Blanda, Don Maynard, Ron Mix and Jim Otto). In an eight-team league no less. (Washington Times, DC)
The first WPIAL Hall of Fame class doesn't shine May 6, 2007
As great as he was, you could make the argument he wasn't the greatest of the eight from the WPIAL, which include Dan Marino (Central Catholic), Joe Montana (Ringgold), Mike Ditka (Aliquippa), Joe Namath (Beaver Falls), Joe Schmidt (Brentwood), George Blanda (Youngwood, now Hempfield) and Bill George (Waynesburg). Among the thousands of great black athletes ignored was John Woodruff (Connellsville), who won the 800 meters in the 1936 Olympics. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Rare vintage Apr 8, 2007
Paul Coro The Arizona Republic Apr. The age of 30 often means a player is over the hill in sports, especially the NBA.. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Packers set for free agency Mar 4, 2007
To Packattack2020 wrote on March 03, 2007 6:58 PM:"Will I may not spell right but I know you will not have moss or ahman green to play with BRETT FAVOR(favre) As it should be pronounced. Yeah I would rather be the Whole Hog than a half pack 1010. Favre(FAVOR) was or is not the best qb ever he will never last as long as George Blanda did he played untill he 46 years old.Brett may have caught some others records but remember they played 12 and 14 game seasons and they did not baby the QB back... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Favre to return Feb 3, 2007
"Thompson said Favre didn't give him a specific reason why he was returning, but Thompson figured it was a sign that he is happy with the direction the team is headed."In our conversations prior to the end of the season, I knew he was having a good time and he liked the team," Thompson said.Favre seemed to echo those comments to the Biloxi newspaper. To Be Continued: Favre'sChase of Some NFL Records Most Career TD Passes Dan Marino 420 Brett Favre 414 Most Career Wins As Starter John Elway 148... (ESPN -- Football)
NFL: Favre tells Pack he'll be back Feb 3, 2007
1) George Blanda 277 (5). 2) Brett Favre 273. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Super Bowl factoids and trivia Jan 30, 2007
The three oldest players were Mike Horan of St. Louis 40 , George Blanda of Oakland 40 and Jerry Rice of Oakland 40. The two youngest were of the Baltimore Ravens 21 and Tony Hill of Dallas 21. (NFL.com)
More of this story Jan 25, 2007
"Quarterback George Blanda kicked a 46-yard field goal, passed for 35 yards and a touchdown to Billy Cannon and added the extra point to give the Oilers their second straight league title". The 1966 NFL season ended on January 1 of 1967 as the Packers defeated the Dallas Cowboys 34-27 for the crown. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Against Pats, Vinatieri ready if called upon Jan 21, 2007
He's scored in 19 consecutive playoff games to tie the record set by George Blanda from 1956-75, and Vinatieri's streak of 12 consecutive playoff games with a field goal is just one short of the record of 13 set by Toni Fritsch from 1972-79. Linebacker Cato June said he heads into the game "very confident" with Vinatieri on his sideline. (The Standard-Times, MA)
• Morning Tipoff Jan 2, 2007
From 1D: George Blanda passed for three touchdowns and kicked a field goal and three extra points to give the Houston Oilers a 24-16 win over the Los Angeles Chargers in the first American Football League title game. Playback. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Season ends as quietly as it started Jan 1, 2007
Janikowski tied George Blanda for second place all-time in field goals in Oakland history with 156. partially blocked a punt, resulting in a 30-yard boot. (SilverandBlack.com)
Chiefs down Raiders, keepfaint hopes alive Dec 24, 2006
Janikowski's three field goals broke a tie with and moved him within one of tying George Blanda for the second most in Raiders history with 156. Oakland needs to score 35 points in the season finale against the Jets to avoid becoming the 11th team to score fewer than 200 points in a 16-game season. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Chiefs 1st team to win 8 straight over Raiders Dec 24, 2006
Janikowski's three field goals broke a tie with Jeff Jaeger and moved him within one of tying George Blanda for the second most in Raiders history with 156. Untitled Document. (Helena Independent Record)
Recap: Green Bay vs. Minnesota Dec 22, 2006
" Minnesota finally started moving the ball on its first possession of the third quarter, converting its first third down attempt of the game and making it as far as the Green Bay 33, but Charles Woodson picked off Jackson to halt the drive. With 5:10 left in the third quarter, the Vikings got on the board, but it came on the defensive side of the ball. Favre dropped back to pass, but with the blitz coming Jennings didn't run the hot route and Smoot was there to pick off the pass, which he ran... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Four Downs Dec 12, 2006
He would certainly have to play until he's 50 to catch George Blanda (942). 3rd down: Playoff nightmare. (USA Today -- Sports)
Andersen close to NFL points record Dec 10, 2006
Andersen was inspired by George Blanda and Jan Stenerud, kickers who played into their 40s. "Blanda for his longevity and Jan too for his longevity, but also because Jan was one of the first soccer styled kickers around, him and Pete Gogolak," Andersen said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Feagles ailing; Giants bring back 44-year-old Landeta Dec 3, 2006
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Ed Bouchette on the Steelers: A weekly look inside the team, the issues, the questions Dec 3, 2006
Let's start with the Pro Football Hall of Famers: There was Johnny Unitas, Joe Montana, George Blanda and Dan Marino. Two others in the hall, Joe Namath and Jim Kelly, were drafted before the Steelers had a shot at them although, judging by history, they likely would have passed them up had they been available to them. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Giants ink 44-year-old Landeta as insurance Dec 3, 2006
He is set to join Atlanta's Morten Anderson (361), (353), George Blanda (340) and (303) as the only players in NFL history to appear in 300 games. "My knee is sore and I had it treated," Feagles said Saturday, "I have every intention of being able to play tomorrow.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Big Blue saddles up to wrangle Cowboys Dec 3, 2006
Punter Jeff Feagles becomes the fifth player in NFL history to play his 300th game, joining a list that already includes Morten Andersen, who has played in361 and is still going strong, Gary Anderson (353), George Blanda (340) and Jerry Rice (303). Says Feagles, "It s just a number. I really haven t thought about it. But it would be great to win in my 300th game."This one means about as much as it did when I broke the record of 283 last season (for consecutive games played). (The Trentonian, NJ)
It's the AFC's turn for all-time performers Dec 2, 2006
Check out the career TD-to-INT ratios of other QBs during his era: Joe Namath 173-220; George Blanda 236-277; John Hadl 244-268; John Brodie 214-224; Jack Kemp 114-183. No. 12: Jamal Lewis, RB, Ravens: Averaged nearly 1,600 rushing yards in his first three seasons (2000, 2002-03) and set the league record for yards in one game with 295 against Cleveland in 2003. (Buffalo News -- Sports)
Once more with feelingJerry Rice to get a proper send-off from the 49ers Nov 17, 2006
" Walsh revealed last week that he has had leukemia the past two years but is feeling better of late. Rice has a vested interest in the health of his old coach, the man who got over on the rest of the league in 1985 when he moved up in the first round of the draft to pluck what he saw as a big-time player from a small-time school in Mississippi. "I keep telling him, you've got to be here, buddy, to induct me into the Hall of Fame," Rice said. Rice will be eligible for the Pro Football Hall of... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Greg Cote | Vinny still up to his old tricks Nov 17, 2006
You get the feeling Vinny would be a latter-day George Blanda, playing at 50, if someone would have him. I doubt Testaverde ever will be even seriously considered for the Hall of Fame in Canton, O., let alone get in, which is too bad, and odd. (The Miami Herald)
Vinny signs with Pats Nov 15, 2006
48 George Blanda, QB-K 1975 Raiders. Jump to page: 1. (Newsday -- Sports)
1956 title game left big impression Nov 10, 2006
Fifteen players/coaches in the game went on to the Pro Football Hall of Fame: the Giants' Gifford, Landry, Lombardi, tackle Roosevelt Brown, linebacker Sam Huff, defensive end Andy Robustelli and safety Emlen Tunnell; Bears defensive end Doug Atkins, quarterback-kicker George Blanda, assistant coach George Conner, head coach Paddy Driscoll, linebacker Bill George, guard Stan Jones, quarterback coach Sid Luckman, and center coach Clyde "Bulldog" Turner. Robustelli, who now owns a successful... (NFL.com)
Raiders at Seahawks preview Nov 3, 2006
Kicker (147) needs three field goals to be the fourth kicker in club history with 150 for a career (Chris Bahr, 162; George Blanda, 156; Jeff Jaeger, 152). SEAHAWKS. (SilverandBlack.com)
More fun, less miscues for Favre Nov 2, 2006
He said Wednesday maybe it s just luck and a little extra pass protection, but he s no longer turning the ball over at last year s pace, which would have let him easily pass George Blanda s NFL mark of 277 interceptions in a career. I feel like I m at my best when I have plenty of time to step up and let a guy eventually get open, Favre said. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
