Bill Russell’s Block
Bill Russell was one of the NBA’s greatest defensive players of all time. Not only was he an 11-time champion and a five-time MVP, he ended his career with 21,620 rebounds, second in NBA history. Russell was exceptionally talented at blocking shots and grabbing rebounds, and he had a finesse in doing so, rather than using just force. Unlike many players who swat the ball as hard as they can into the crowd, Bill would alter a shot or pass just enough for his teammates to grab the loose ball. Bill Russell’s blocks changed the way basketball was played forever.
Bill Russell’s Block
Super Bowl I
Super Bowl I, the first in NFL history, took place on January 15, 1967 between the Green Bay Packers and the Kansas City Chiefs. The Packers ended up stealing the title, winning it 35-10. Instead of being call The Super Bowl, as it is today, it was called the AFL-NFL World Championship Game. Head Coach Vince Lombardi’s most unstoppable running play was donned the “power sweep”, a very basic, but effective play. This photo shows Running back Jim Taylor leading the play, where in this case he ran 56 yards and scored a touchdown. Currently, the Packers have 11 NFL Championships, 2 AFL-NFL Super Bowls, and two modern-day Super Bowls under their belt.
Super Bowl I
