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A Brief History of Football's Extra Point

The goal after touchdown (aka extra point) was among football's most controversial features. Its point values and process often changed to fit the…

Apr 11, 2021 •

Football Archaeology

The Long History of Football's Short Pants

Football officials will have a point of emphasis in 2021 to ensure players' pants do not come up short, but the history of short pants is longer than…

Aug 26, 2021 •

Football Archaeology

Terminology... Three Yards and A Cloud of Dust

Three yards and a cloud of dust is synonymous with Woody Hayes and Ohio State football of the 1950s and 1960s. However, the phrase originated far from…

Jun 1, 2022 •

Football Archaeology

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