An “Uncommon” Way to See “Common” Vintage Topps Cards & The Curse of the Dallas Cowboys Blue Jersey

[@signsofthepastime]

Very well said, Terry. The memories and feelings tied to the cards are something someone has to experience to understand. I appreciate the way you talk about that so well and sharing your experiences. I enjoyed hearing about the Blue Curse and you getting to see it in person watching the Bills beat them. I didn’t know about that part of their history but really glad to hear it. Thanks for sharing, Terry.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks Hugo. The older I get, the more I want cards that have special meaning to me. I have so many great memories of collecting as a kid and the cards have marked much of my life. I look forward to where my collecting journey takes me. The Cowboys vs. Bills game was crazy. Back then I didn't know they would be wearing the blue jerseys. There were more Cowboys than Bills fans there. As disappointed as I was, at least I got to see Tony Dorsett, Danny White and one of my all time favorite people - Tom Landry. Take care!

[@danielbernier6095]

When someone pours out his passion about something even cards or collections, there is an immediate connection to hat story. Your stories with well curated cards and magazines bring the viewer into focus and shares your nostalgia. I'd like to share more when I return from my annual grouse hunt. Expect an email when I return.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Hi Dan! Like you, my collection is a reflection of what I love most about collecting. Matthew's words apply to collecting as well "For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." My heart is with the players I grew up with either watching or learning about. As I get older, I appreciate them more. Happy hunting! Take care, my friend.

[@warrendinCLE]

Thanks Terry! Always enjoy your collection and your stories! Love it!

[@zachandporter]

The whole 1982 set, wow. Love that Munson, I’ve heard many collectors saying that was their first encounter with death. Another great trip into your collecting!

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks Zach! The 82 Topps set was a fun set to go through. Even though I opened many packs of 81 Topps back in 1981, by the time I was a teenager the Montana was very expensive, and I couldn’t by the complete set.

[@ToddCaponetto]

Nicely articulated TJ. The message of this video is exactly why you’re my GOAT and why your cards and their attached stories reach me through my iPad. Cracks me up but even approaching 60 years old your videos are my adult bedtime stories leaving me sawing logs to nostalgic visions of pretending to be Jack Youngblood and Lawrence McCutcheon on the mean streets of Encino CA in the mid 70’s. Thanks as always for sharing…Todd

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks Todd. My apologies for the response. Your message means a lot to me. It is nice to hear that you enjoy the videos, and I am helping you paint nostalgic visions. I appreciate it, Todd.

[@Rocketrickj18]

Terry, your video making style is so polished reflecting the effort you put into telling your stories! I love it!

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks so much Rick! It means a lot that you enjoy my videos.

[@elitehunters732]

Man your opening statements almost brought a tear to my eyes. I also remember Munson passing, as me and my dad listened to the news on his car radio. The stunned look in our eyes encapsulated the tragic moment. You my friend are a poet the likes of Edgar Allen Poe. 👊🏼

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks brother! We don't just share a passion for card design but also the emotional meaning behind the cards. I am glad this one brought back some memories for you. Munson's tragic death was my first experience with someone I knew of dying. It never left me. Thanks for sharing your memory with your dad. I think it is special when cards have connections whether they are happy or sad. The blue Cowboys jersey is one I can look back on and laugh at. I used to get so mad when I saw them. Have a great weekend, James!

[@The_Cincinnati_Kid]

Well, Terry you have a gift to make the cards in your collection come alive. “Two people can say the same thing…” so true. Thanks for sharing Terry!

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

@@The_Cincinnati_Kid Thanks CK! Have a great weekend.

[@tigers727]

The stories you give are just so great and true. I can picture myself sorting cards as a kid. I agree most of us don’t express or talk about the meaning behind certain cards. I do it here and there but not enough. I need to be better at that. Great video Terry.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks, Greg! For me, collecting is so much more enjoyable when I connect with the cards through history, nostalgia, or even both. I know that’s not for everyone, and that’s okay.

[@RobCashCards]

Wonderful job Terry! Having passion for cards is what the hobby is all about, my friend. The passion can come from many things, but for me, it’s my childhood memories. That’s what gets me excited about a particular card. Thanks for sharing this video and have a great day!!!

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks Rob! I agree with you about childhood memories. That is what makes the seemingly same card have its own unique story that us as collectors can relate too. I hope you’re having a great week.

[@davidm686]

Man I love hearing your stories of how you connect to these beauties. As always a fantastic showcase of cards and exceptionally well done. Have a great weekend Terry

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks so much David! It is nice to hear your videos resonate.

[@backtothecardboard]

Great video Terry. They are really more than just little pieces of cardboard. For me, they are a connection to the past. I had the same experience when Elvis died. Almost exactly. I was playing out back with my next door neighbor, Mark. We weren’t playing with the green army men, but with our GI Joe’s. Not the small ones from the 80s but the bigger ones from the 70’s. I don’t exactly remember what I did afterwards but I remember the upset look on my mom’s face. I can relate with that now, when a great like Joe Morgan passes away. Thanks for taking us on another memorable journey.

[@vintageonvintage817]

Hey Terry, What makes your channel Stand out is exactly what you are talking about, every time you let us in on the personal experiences tied to the cards! I wish your Cowboys wore their blue uniforms more often when they were beating my Rams in the playoffs😂 Lydell Mitchell was a really good back when I was growing up! I remember Joe Ferguson when he played for the Bills, he was a solid QB! Have a great weekend!

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Hey Steve! I believe you're back from vacation. If so, I hope you had a great time-what an awesome experience! I appreciate the kind words, my friend. You have one of those channels that gets me excited about collecting too. We both love the same era of cards and share a deep appreciation for the Topps sets we grew up with. Even the years I didn’t physically open packs, those cards still ended up in my collection, either from my brother or from random stacks of cards that popped up in the neighborhood. I always think of Lydell, Chuck Foreman, and McCutchen together. They were very similar, with the ability to not only run but also catch the ball. McCutchen has a beautiful rookie card. Lydell's isn’t the best photo, and Foreman's is just okay. You have a great weekend too.

[@vintageonvintage817]

@@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648 Those three backs do go hand in hand at that time. McCutchen was one of my favorite players, I will have to look into his RC

[@vintageonvintage817]

Forgot to add we got back yesterday afternoon, a bit jet lagged but had a marvelous time!

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

@@vintageonvintage817 You will like the McCutchen. The photo is at the Coliseum. Glad you made it back safely. Get some rest!

[@scottmaz2428]

Awesome video Terry. I had a paper route also. Pouring my paper route cash into cards. Really enjoyed

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks Scott! Paper routes were a great way for kids to feel like they had real wealth. My $2 a week allowance wasn't cutting it. Haha

[@AngryOldManTTM]

Great video Terry. I remember as a kid how the Cowboys hated wearing the blue jersey's. They would always lose. I remember the 82 NFC Championship game when they lost to Washington wearing those blue jersey's. Danny White got knocked out of the game. Thurman Munson was the first baseball player I remember dying. I was 7 years old and was getting my haircut when the announcement came over the television. That was also my favorite Lydell Mitchell card as well. Thanks for sharing. Enjoyed as always.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks Ed! Those blue jersey's were the kiss of death or at least it seemed that way. Lol. Munson's death was one of those moments that baseball fans likely never forgot. Especially, being it was during the regular season which made the impact that much greater. I am glad to hear you share my affinity for the Lydell card. Take care, my friend.

[@whitesoxfancardcollector]

Wonderful storytelling as always Terry. Very impressive.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks Mitchell!

[@RipFan8]

Hi Terry. Great story and cards. Thanks for sharing my friend, talk soon pal.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks Stephen! Have a great weekend!

[@mookiechillson]

What an incredible reflection, Terry. I think the phenomenon you’re describing begins with trust. Watching and commenting and becoming friends with fellow collectors results in a certain level of trust among us. I don’t mean to be flip, but I have no interest in Danny White or his cards. What I’m interested in is your experience with that card and why you’re presenting it to us today. And while you and I have never met or spoken, I’ve developed a trust that you’re showing me that card for a good reason. I know you’re about to teach me something about Danny, yourself or myself … or most likely all three! I know you’ve curated a story for me and used your own impeccable judgement to express yourself in a healthy and entertaining way. And I know all that because you’ve earned my trust time and time again in video after video. Thanks Terry, this was absolutely outstanding as usual.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Hi Mookie, Wow! Thank you for such a thoughtful comment. You really captured the essence of the video-that it's the collector who draws us in, not just the cards. I often see collections filled with visually stunning, expensive cards, but they don’t resonate in the same way as those where the collector shares the thought and meaning behind their acquisitions, beyond just the value and condition. I feel the same way about your channel. You consistently share the deeper significance of the items in your collection, and you do it in such a clever way. Your recent video, where you mentioned the possibility that the dots on the Lazzeri card could have come from a kid writing with a fountain pen, was brilliant. That kind of insight takes you right back to the era, and I love that approach. Thanks again, my friend. Your comment truly made my day.

[@sportscardsd-tor]

Great video. Presentation and exploration of the cards makes the cards so much more better. I wish I had that at times. But then again I am a simple man.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks Diego! Nothing wrong with being simple. Have a great weekend.

[@vintagecardssteve8582]

The curse of the blue cowboy jerseys! They should just wear them during non key games and during big games always stick to white. Lol. I hear you about death. I am too young to have been around for Thurman Munson passing away. I remember the first time hearing about family passing away was i had a relative who died in vietnam and hearing about this as a little kid. Always has stuck in my head. Great Cowboys cards. Love seeing the Danny White and Drew Pearson cards. You know how i collect. Everyone who makes it into my collection and binders hold a special place in my mind and heart for what they have done for the game or teams that they play on or even how i saw them as a kid. I have a huge collection of Brooks Kieshnick because as a fan of the cubs... well enough said there! Lol. Always enjoy Terry.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Hi Steve! I like your approach to the Cowboys jersey curse. Though, I don't think the blue jersey curse is a big deal anymore. Haha. We are on the same page with celebrating now only the superstars and HOFers, but other players who made an important contribution and/or were very good players as well. Have a great week!

[@jga59]

Hey Terry. Thank you so much again for the kind words. You share on your channel what I feel is the most important thing about cards and collecting. We all know you and respect you, in our neck of the card collecting woods. But let's hope that the mysterious KZbin algorithms send some of the rippers and the breakers your way to perhaps open them up to another way of looking at cards. Love the story about the blue jerseys! Have a great weekend, my friend.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

My pleasure, Gannon! I gain inspiration from our emails and appreciate your contribution to the community and to my enjoyment of the hobby. I love your approach and the reasoning behind it. Who knows how those algorithms work, haha. I won't say we’re hobby dinosaurs, but our type of collecting is endangered. Fortunately, many of us congregate together in this community, and that’s good enough for me. Even if we have differences in how we view cards, we still have much in common. Those blue jerseys! Haha. That White card brings it all back. I have no problem remembering the good with the bad-it’s all part of life. Take care

[@jga59]

@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648 Everything you said right back at you, Terry. You know, "Hobby Dinosaur" wouldn't be a bad KZbin handle. Or maybe "Jurassic Collector"! Lol. Talk with you soon.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

@@jga59 I like those. Sure feels that way sometimes. Haha

[@4softcorners728]

Great thoughts Terry! At times we can tend to see the same cards over and over on here. It is still entertaining to me to see each person’s unique experience and how the cards come alive In Their collection like you said. Thanks for sharing!

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks Joe! Well said. Even the rare stuff gets shown over and over again. It’s the stories that make them unique.

[@unc23sports]

Thanks for sharing, Terry! These trading cards have so much of our fandom attached to them. I can look at certain cards and I feel like I'm right back in Soldier Field with Pat Summerall and John Madden calling the game ❤ This hobby truly connects all of us through those experiences. I love learning about Lydell Mitchell. I had never heard about him but what an INCREDIBLE season with 72 receptions! I also never knew about the blue jersey struggles of the Dallas Cowboys 😂. Thanks for sharing your fandom with us! Take care

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Hi Dre, Well stated! Many diehard Cowboys fans hated the blue jerseys! Haha. They looked good but they just didn't look right unless they were wearing the white and silver. Nothing like Summerall and Madden. Summerall had the understated delivery that complimented the boisterous Madden perfectly. I saw a special on the "Fog Bowl" a week or so ago. I think Bradshaw and Verne Lundquist did that game. I remember watching it live and just being drawn in to the crazy weather that day. I hope all is well with you and Mrs. Diaz. Take care!

[@unc23sports]

@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648 Mrs. Diaz says HI, and we hope that you have a great rest of the week as well. Thanks for your reply!

[@RickAcostaDodgerCardCollector]

Terry: The first thing I said to myself as I watched the opening of the video was that a Dr J RC would look very nice next to that Sport Magazine cover. haha! This was a great topic because we all have different meanings when it comes to a card. Anyone can show a PSA 6 of a card, but when someone can tell you a long history about the card, the player or the meaning of the card, that means a lot more to me. If someone just says this is a PSA 6, look how nice the corners are and then goes into VCP probably will trade or sell that card one day to get a bigger card. There is no meaning behind the purchase. A lot of people on KZbin are doing that these days. When you show off an AFL card, you have a logical answer to why that card was purchased. it's a part of the history of the game, but even a history of you and your memory. A 1979 Topps Thurman Munson still to this day brings back memories of where you were the day he died. You didn't talk about his career or that it's a PSA 8 and how much it cost, you just told us what that card means to you and that's what's important about card collecting. I LOVE the blue jerseys the Cowboys wore in the Super Bowl against the Colts. They looked so cool in those. They rarely wore them. The Rams would also always wear white on purpose at home as well to make the Cowboys wear blue. Lydell Mitchell should never have been traded to the Chargers. Mitchell, Roger Carr and Bert Jones were the core of the Colts offense in the late 1970s. Drew Pearson never dropped a pass IMO. Joe Ferguson was a very good QB. Had he been on the Steelers, I think we'd be hearing about him more. Your cards look nicer on your channel than mine! hahaha. Have a great weekend, my friend!

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Hey Rick! Yes, the Dr. J rookie would look great with that magazine. My favorite Dr. J card is the '75 Topps. If I were displaying some of my father-in-law's magazines back when I had my basketball collection, I would have saved some of the cards. He has a beautiful collection of late '60s and '70s basketball magazines. I had all the Dr. J cards through 1981. He has some great ones. I agree, Rick. Anyone can show the card, but what makes them stand out are the stories behind them. Those stories are what draw people in and explain why they have the card. Well said. Yes, the Rams would do that to the Cowboys. I remember a Monday Night Football game in L.A., either '80 or '81, when the Cowboys were in blue. They actually won that one, haha. I remember reading an article once about how different things would have been if Bradshaw had been on the Saints and Manning on the Steelers. Not to take anything away from Bradshaw-he was very good-but there's some truth to that. You can say the same thing today about Shanahan and the 49ers. QBs seem to thrive in that system, which makes me wonder about Trey Lance in Dallas. I don’t see him working out if the 49ers moved on from him so easily. Carr, Jones, and Mitchell were quite a trio. Unfortunately, Jones was hurt in '78 and was never the same. The funny thing is, the Colts did well in the Mitchell trade. They got running back Joe Washington, who led the NFL in receptions in 1979. Ted Marchibroda loved to throw to running backs. I think Mitchell was looking to get his salary doubled. Your cards look great too. I have full control of the lighting because I shoot in the basement where there’s no natural sunlight. I make sure to have backlighting in addition to the camera light. Shooting on black helps, too. Thanks, my friend.

[@bearcards3497]

Very Comments, Terry. I agree that the connection and insighta collector a has adds so much to how a card can be seen. That memory with Munson isa of us experienced with these larger than life athletes. I'm a big fan of Danny White. The '82 set is fantastic. Topps did a good job of taking advantage of being able to use logos again the helmets in the design. The blue jerseys 😁 Those are some great '77 pickups. Definitely Mitchell's best card... Love the 1k design that year too. Thanks for sharing!

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks, Brian! I think all of us recall our first experience with the death of someone who meant something to us, whether it was a family member or a public figure. That was mine. I love having the '82 White because it brings back memories of those blue jerseys, and how much I couldn’t stand them. I thought of you when I got the Mitchell and Ferguson, knowing you just completed your '77 set. Have a great weekend!

[@bearcards3497]

@@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648 yeah that's very true. My first experience with that was actually Jim morrison. He had passed away before I was even born but I remember my parents having a VHS copy of a concert they had since. I used to watch that over and over and just loved it. I actually didn't even have a thought as to when it had been recorded and assumed they were still around and making music. Then one day my dad told me that the lead singer had died many years before and it just broke my heart. That was the first memory I ever had with that. Danny White was a very good player and they had a lot of success back then before the tough years later on... Before the dynasty. Yeah I really love the '77 set and it's great to see some of the cards in your collection. Thanks for sharing and have a great week Terry!

[@scootscollectibles]

Terry - Couldn't agree more. I've told you many times before that you made me a better collector and taught me about looking through the card instead of just a image of the player. I'm not a fan of the blue Cowboys jersey as well. When they wear them they jus don't look right. When I think back to my youth and the Cowboy greats, Aikman, Smith, Irvin the image of them that comes to my mind without looking at a card or picture i see them in white. Great stuff as always my friend. Have a good weekend.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks Mike! Very kind of you to say. I don’t know how you feel about the Steelers jerseys but I prefer the black. I was never a fan of the white on them. Just like the Raiders need to be in silver and black. You have a great weekend too.

[@scootscollectibles]

I mean it! I also prefer the Black but every time they wear white it reminds me of the 2005 season when they had to win their last couple games on the road to make the playoffs as 6 seed then had to win all games on the road. Then they actually chose the white because of all that so it bring me back to the sb 40 year!

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

@@scootscollectibles That makes sense why the white would those memories . My earliest Steeler memories are the black jerseys from three of the four 1970s Super Bowls. Those highlight shows are ingrained in my brain. Haha

[@undraftedplayer]

Hi Terry, i didn't know about the Dallas Cowboys bleu jersey. Looks the Dallas Cowboys played all theirs superbowls with the white jersey. I am quite superstitious and i wore the same clothes and underwears during my school tests and sports games...😁. I yet doing that in my adult life..😀. "Stories In Cardboard" about athletes and collectors ! Thanks you Terry for sharing and Have a great week-end.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Hi Fabien, the Super Bowl against the Colts in 1971 was in their blue jerseys. They wore white in the rest. Hey it can’t hurt to be superstitious until your proven wrong. You have a great weekend too!

[@LetsStormTheTeaCupRide]

We are similar in age and grew up near Buffalo and couldn't agree with you more and sadly, this generation will never understand what makes cards so great and the sentiments that go along with them. Joe Ferguson was my guy back then.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks for the comment. You're right about the hobby changing and not for the better. I am not fond of the lottery mentality that has creeped in. I don't mind the money element of the hobby, but I don't like all the cards that are seemingly wasted when there is no big hit. It's a shame. Ferguson had some good years and was fun to watch.

[@Dcollection]

Hi Terry! There are many cards you’ve shown that didn’t interest me until you shared them. A lot of times I’ve added them to my “want list”. You always do a great job of making the card come alive. The Lydell Mitchell is a great image. Really shows the Colts jersey. I always liked the blue Cowboys jerseys but I’m too young to have known the other jerseys. I always felt the St. Louis Rams were never the same again after going to the navy and gold colors. Loved the Dr. J magazine. There’s a lot of KZbin channels that hopefully see this video. Buying the card for the sake of buying always bores me. Have a great weekend and enjoy football. At least you can kick back knowing the Cowboys have already won.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Hi Andy! Thanks for the kind words. I appreciate how we can inspire each other in the community. Your channel is one I gravitate toward because you're in the hobby for the same reasons that resonate with me-an appreciation for the memories and the players who impacted us or were significant in their era, not necessarily just the Hall of Famers. I enjoy displaying those cards and being taken back to those moments I remember, or, if it was before my time, imagining what it would have been like. Yes, I can rest easy knowing the Cowboys won, but it came at a big price with the injuries. Now I need the Bills to beat the Ravens. Good luck to the Colts and enjoy your weekend!

[@CleanCheapShots]

Life is a matter of perspective and perspective is a funny thing. I am glad you touched on the jersey's of the Cowboys. I always wondered why they wore at home. I figured it was because white was cooler in the heat. And, I had no idea there was a superstition around the jerseys. Thank you sir.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Very true about perspective. It is interesting the moments that touch us and never leave our consciousness. I love have cards like that in my collection even if there is some sadness to it. It's part of life. Now the Cowboys blue jerseys are something I look back and laugh on. I would get so mad when I saw them. When I went to the game in 84 and didn't get to see the iconic white jerseys, it was disappointing. Haha. That White card reminds me of that. Have a great weekend, Drew!

[@PickerJimS]

Terry you are definitely the best at sharing your passion for cards, your thoughts and feelings shine through when you talk about them! I remember the day Thurman Munson died as if it was yesterday, it was all over the news and everyone was shocked! Sad day for the sport! The Cowboys sure did seem to be cursed with those blue uniforms back in the day! LOL! Have a nice weekend buddy!

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks, my friend. Much appreciated. The hobby holds so many great memories, from the nostalgia to having players who were impactful during their time. I enjoy having them in my collection. It was a sad day when Munson died, and it was even more shocking that it happened during the season. I hated those blue uniforms! Lol. You have a great weekend, too.

[@Hodges1455]

Gave a video like. Enjoyed the video and great advice on sharing why the card resonates with us. You are exceptional at that, love hearing the stories and memories that are behind your cards. I have certain cards in my collection that invoke so much emotion that I haven't dared shown on camera. A few of which would be darn near impossible to get through. I've slowly been working up the courage to share one in particular, that is a hard one, which should be shared. It's difficult even mentioning about mentioning it, as odd as that sounds. Have a great weekend, Terry.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Hi Brian! I understand how it can be difficult to share an item that has strong emotional meaning. Just thinking about an item invoking strong emotions doesn’t sound odd to me at all. Continue to give it some thought on how you would want to share it if you decide to. Fortunately, you don’t have to, but you might feel better if you do. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. All the best, my friend

[@mikethesportshistorycollec1947]

LOL Terry, I've always loved those dark blue Cowboy jerseys. I always thought they looked really cool. It was great to hear hall of famer Tex Schramm's name mentioned. He went to my high school, albeit graduating 50 years before I did. Have a great weekend.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Hey Mike! Let me get this straight, Tex Schramm was born in California. Haha. I had to look up why he was called Tex after your comment. I guess his parents met in Texas and his dad was known as Tex. I learned something - thank you.

[@vintagesanctuary]

Great thoughts and displays, my collecting brother! There are LeBron James cards that are worth a lot of money, but since I am not interested in collecting them, they are essentially like "commons" to me. However, I can share in someone's joy if they collect and enjoy those cards. Conversely, I absolutely love the 1952 Bowman Eddie Lopat, but not too many are interested in that card. Happy is the collector who loves his collection and it brings him joy! 😊👊

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Hi Adam! Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Good point about how top tier players like Lebron makes many collectors feel. I am in that camp too. I would rather have a 52 Bowman Lopat. My favorite card of the Yankees big three is the 51 Allie Reynolds. Thanks my collecting brother!

[@storiesincardboard9420]

The blue jerseys! Ahhh the memories! 😂😂 I remember that Bills game and I remember having a pit in my stomach when Gary Hogeboom played. 1984 was the first year the Cowboys didn’t make the playoffs while I was a fan. Maybe it’s just me but 1984 felt like we wore the blue jerseys every game. It was just that kind of a season. 1982 Topps FB have great memories for me. I remember first opening those packs and being so excited to see the logos on the helmets. I loved the design. It’s almost like Topps just couldn’t wait to make them part of the design. Then came the disappointment as I pulled the Dorsett card and he was wearing the blue jersey! Oh well time to find the Danny White card. The fateful day came a couple of weeks later. Noooooooo! They put Danny in the blue jersey also! Thanks for the memories my friend. I think. 😂😂

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Hi Chris, I knew this video would resonate with you, especially as a fellow blue jersey hater. Haha. Landry gave in to the players by starting Hogeboom, mainly because Danny White had sided with management during the strike. White was clearly the better quarterback, and that team should have made the playoffs. Unfortunately, years of poor drafts had already started to leave the cupboard bare. I don’t dislike the ’83 set, as I think some of the photography is beautiful, but I’m still surprised they didn’t include the logos in the design. You’re exactly right about Topps capitalizing on the logo in '82, and they did a great job with it in '84 as well. It seemed like Topps really liked featuring the blue jerseys between '80 and '86. I'm glad you enjoyed this trip down memory lane. Thanks, as always, for the great comment.

[@SouvenirProgramsHere]

Great Show Terry ! I always thought the Cowboys had the nicest blue uniforms. Never thought about it until this Show, but I hardly ever saw them play in the old blues. I think of the Cowboys of the 90's wearing the dark blue more. Great info on that. Lydell Mitchell was a Great all around Football player. Kinda like Terry Metcalf or Mac Lane. So many great backs in the 70's. Yup its all about the meaning of cards and the memories they represent. Nice nostalgia TJMAC. C ya !

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Hi Tom! The 70s into the 80s were the Golden Era running backs. There were so many good ones. Now the running game has taken a big step back to the passing game. You also don’t have as many primary backs anymore. Metcalf and Lane are good comparisons. I am glad you enjoyed this week’s journey to the not so distant path.

[@stuke1976]

Great video Terry! Reminded me of having Drew Pearson at our Twin Cities Club show. We also had the usher as one of our members, that had kicked Drew on the sidelines a few plays prior to the Hail Mary. It was a weak kick, but gave us a fun day at the show. If you look at youtube videos, you can see the guy in the usher uniform tap Drew on the foot.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Hi Scott. I am going to have to check out the video to see the kick. Thanks for sharing that story.

[@the_card_closet]

Great job, terry! I wasn't a fan of those blue cowboys jerseys either. Danny white could sure play.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks Eric! I agree on White. He did a nice job taking over for Staubach. The standard was Super Bowl or bust in Dallas back then and I think that is a lot to ask of most QBs.

[@adamscardcloset9020]

Love seeing the Razorbacks QB legend getting some pub today . Ferguson was a good QB

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks Adam. He was a good QB. Many my age and older are fond of him.

[@TonyBlack574]

Sorta like the green notre dame jerseys. The more they wore them the more they lost

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Yes! Nice comparison.

[@ReplayDugout]

Another great video, Terry. I'd encourage you to write a book, but then that might take you away from making these videos, and selfishly, I wouldn't want that. :) I do think that you could write a book, and I'd be first in line to buy it.

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Hi Tom, you’re comment put a smile on my face. I am glad my stories and collection resonate with you. You never know what the future brings. Four years ago, I couldn’t imagine being on KZbin making videos about sports cards. It has made collecting even more enjoyable by helping me record my memories and collecting journey. All the best, Terry

[@marksantucci4230]

I see the Dr. how classic? very nice little Joe , sweet 1977 Lynn Swann , awesome 1977 Ken Stabler , 1977 Bobby Clarke , nope I never noticed that !!! very nice card of the Captain nice Danny White 1982 , nice Cowboys and Tony Liscio , Lydel Mitchel , Drew Pearson 1977 all pro , Joe Ferguson , so Franco Harris doesn't have the record for most catches by a Runninback? I think the problem that Lydel Mitchel isn't Hall of famer is because of the players from that generation Franco Harris , Orange Juice Simpson, Walter Payton, Tony Dorsett, Larry Csonka very tough competition? So Cliff Branch , Fred Belitnikoff , Lynn Swan did not lead the league in receiving yards? is Danny White your favorite or is Roger Staubach? So you can't stand the Cowboys Dark Jerseys? so when you buy merchandise at your local sports store say Cowboys beach towel , shirts which do you like better the home the white or their road the dark color? the New Jersey Giants had the same record by tie breaker they awarded the division to New Jersey all Dallas had to do is beat Buffalo and they would havebeen in a 2-14 team beat that 10-6 team ? because Danny White didn't play had he been playing New Jersey would not have made the playoffs?

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Hi Mark, I don’t know who has caught the most passes for a running back, but I believe Lydell Mitchell is the only running back to lead the NFL in receptions twice. I agree he is not in the HOF because there were a lot of other great backs then. His numbers are a little light by comparison. I like collecting Staubach more now but I have a soft spot for White because he was the QB I grew up with. From 1973 to 1979 none of those receivers led the league in receptions. They may have in yards. Pearson did in 77. I don’t wear jerseys anymore but when I did I preferred the white. As far as buying Cowboys items, a lot of them are blue, so I am okay with it. I just prefer the white jersey. Thanks for watching. I hope all is well.

[@marksantucci4230]

@@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648 I like Danny White I thought he was a good QB but I also like Staubach. not a Cowboys fan but if I was I would prefer the dark over the white, I understand in Texas it gets real hot even for this time of year. for summer white is nice I have a polo that I wear when I go to Houlihans and sit outside on the patio, I have a white shortsleeve shirt that I wear to the office but away from Texas I prefer the Dark. beach towels.

[@lovetruth1776]

That was inspiring 🫡 💯

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Thanks so much. I am glad you liked it.