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Ah yes, I remember it well. 1961 was one summer before my debut in little league baseball. Since then, I've been able to recall the entire starting 9, if I may include Whitey Ford as the pitcher. I do recall two deep at catcher. Forgive me, Johnny Blanchard. With only one game per week available to see, there were many greats on the club that I never knew of. For over sixty years, I have taken great comfort and joy in the memories of my lifelong heroes of the '61 Yankees and the 61 homer great Roger Maris. Other than Roger, my favorites were Bobby, Tony, Clete, and Elston. I grew up in Birmingham, Alabama, for context. I'm struggling to recall the outfield other than Roger and Mickey. And, Joe Pepitone at first base? Time fades the memory. Any help? At the time, my homework assignment was what I wanted to be when I grew up. My answer was a baseball player for the New York Yankees. My little league career lasted only two or three years because I was the worst player on the worst team in our league. But, my love of the game has never faded because the 1961 Yankees were forever etched in my brain.

I was a Chicago native, relocated to Saratoga Springs in February of 1986. I watched the Bears win Super Bowl right before I moved to NY. Then a year later, I watched the NY Giants win the Super Bowl. It was awesome, living in both places while watching each team win the Super Bowl. It was also awesome, listening to both the Bears and the Giants sing their “theme” songs! 😊

Who is here in 2024 #GoBucs

he wouldn`t be allowed to play today

Ty Phil

IN TODAYS GAME, HE BE PENALIZED ON EACH and EVERY HIT !!! BIG FACTS ! THAT'S HOW SOFT and WEAK WE HAVE BECOME as a NEW WORLD

My Dad said that Dick Butkus was the greatest lineman that he's ever seen. He was a fearless intimidator on the field 20 yards in any direction. Dad added that Butkus's only flaw was that he played for the Bears and not for Dad's Colts. He's 90 now, just retired from driving rig 2 months ago. Works out a lot, strong constitution a very good working mind. And to this very DAY, Dad says that Dick Butkus is the greatest defensive player in NFL history.

Back when football was a man’s sport.

I think Reginald Martinez Jackson should have been called out on that play. He just stood there and let it hit him.

If I remember right, the Yankees came back to win in six games, and Graig Nettles was outstanding on defense at third.

Running backs did not go out of bounds to avoid contact in those days.

Taylor and Hornung, what a backfield!

Greatest football music would like to see other teams. Violin section in the middle is nice.

It’s been over 50 yrs since he laced up shoulder pads & is now passed but to this very DAY is THE most FEARED PLAYER ( not just tackler) to ever play in the NFL anyone care to debate me on this? I thought not!!!

THE BEST

James Augustus Hunter was clutch!!!❤

During the Packers dynasty of Vince Lombardi (1965, 66, 67) as the Head Coach, I often imagined what they would have done had they acquired Bill Brown in the draft he was in. Bill Brown, a fullback very similar in size, power, and guts as Jim Taylor. A Jim Taylor and Bill Brown backfield with Bart Starr at QB. Lombardi's power sweeps he was famous for, was great as they were. Not a thing against Horning or Donnie Anderson in the halfback positions. Just dreaming of the Lombardo power sweep around left or right-side of the line with Taylor carrying and Brown blocking or reverse ball carriers with Brown with the ball. Alas Brown went to the Bears his first year and then traded to the new NFL team, the Vikings the following season. Bill would remain with the Vikings, going into the 1970's.

Welp, time to start focusing on computers

Sounds like Squiggy from Laverene & Shirley

That was one motherfuker you don't mess with

Fans! Fans! Hey! Accept the man for his color yo! Dough-not judge so harsh fool . Back it up, slow your role. Love him yo with open arms .❤

2+2=5

As a linebacker in high school, I looked up to this badass boss so much. He played with so much pride and intensity which I commend. Butkus could give some brutal tackles and I’d watch and study him for hours. Rest In Peace to this legend 🏈

There is no player in NFL today like DB no one!!!!!!!!

His son just signed up to be a Florida Gator in 2025. Ben Hanks Jr. is not a linebacker but a Cornerback.

The fullback just couldn't get that block lol. Go Gators!!!

I remember it well. Game 3 was the key game. Nettles saved the series for them.

SpongeBob: I’m not a wimp! I’M A JERK! (0:10) Yeah!

but the Raiders markus allen was ready in tampa jan 22 1984

What does it mean when they write Unofficial Winner?

What a BEAST

Dick Butkus, the GOAT, the greatest of all time NFL Linebackers‼️

The terror of Chicago Vocational School!!!!!!!!!!!!

One of my favorite horses. Now he's in stud and is putting out more great horses.

As soft as the NFL is today, almost of all of Dick Butkus’ hits would be illegal.

I hear this song and makes me want to put my helmet, pads and cleets and pink rose pinned to my lapel on and play good hard football ha! ha! Pink rose in honor of Women with cancer, sreiously

1995 was a pretty lame year in the sports world.

Most entertaining bird that ever lived ! He came to my Jan 1st birthday party when he was still the KGB Chicken. Thank you, Juliet !

The Trombone Blair at the beginning gives me chills

17 - 2. And Super Bowl champs!

1927 and 1961 the dream teams

Is it me or did Sal Durante look a bit like Jimmy Durante?

Thank you so very much for posting this, I had this same documentary on VHS when I was around 9 or 10, which would have been around 89-90, and it's bringing back some awesome memories 😆😁👍❤️

Watching the 2024 election to this thunderous music.

His knees got him.Few players played harder.

I can't believe audio on field for this it makes it so much better

So good!!

'He's locked in" Thurmen munson allegedly said this before Reggies third huge bomb .

IL ve to watch horse race on tv? I love horses they are loveable; warmth; caring; i detest Animal Cruelty! Ani als Have Rights Also? It is a rainy cold day ! I am watching it October/ November 2024😢😢😢😢😢😢