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This Day in Football: Red Grange’s Birthday

Red Grange’s place among the NFL’s greatest has as much to do with his off-the-field persona as his on-the-field skills.  After gaining stardom at the University of Illinois, Grange brought notoriety...

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This Day in Football: Walter Payton was born

On this date in 1954, one of the greatest running backs in NFL history was born – Walter Payton. Payton played the game like no other. In 2011, he was featured in NFL Films’ A … MORE ►

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This Day in Football: The First Instant Replay

On this date in football twenty-six years ago, the Cleveland Browns became the first team in NFL history to have a play reviewed by instant replay.  Since coaches were not able to protest a call … MORE ►

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Best NFL Films Shots of Week 1

Tomorrow in Green Bay, Week 2 begins with Thursday Night Football action on NFL Network as the Packers and Bears renew their ancient rivalry. Before you tune in for the first TNF game of the … MORE ►

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Thursday Night Football: Fantasy Tips from the Playbook War Room

This week, Thursday Night Football features two division rivals with explosive offenses. The Bears showcased their new ‘three-headed monster’ to the tune of 41 points against the Colts last week, while...

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TDIF: Nathan Vasher’s 108-Yard TD Return

On this date in football seven years ago, Chicago’s Nathan Vasher returned a missed field goal for a 108-yard touchdown – tying for the second longest play in NFL history behind Antonio Cromartie’s...

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TDIF: Walter Payton Runs Into Record Books

On this date in football thirty-five years ago, Walter Payton rushed for a stunning 275 yards during a game against the Minnesota Vikings – an NFL record for rushing yards in a game. Developing the …...

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Reineking Recalls: Barry’s Best Runs

Editor’s Note: Jim Reineking is an editor for NFL.com.  Here’s his top 5 list of legendary running back Barry Sanders’ greatest touchdown runs. “Barry Sanders: A Football Life” debuts on NFL Network...

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Week 13 of ‘NFL Turning Point’– First Look

This week on “NFL Turning Point”, we feature the Steelers’ win over the Ravens, the Seahawks’ win over the Bears, and Matthew Stafford and Calvin Johnson mic’d up against the Colts.  Don’t miss an …...

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TDIF: NFL’s First Playoff Game

On this date in football eighty years ago, the NFL’s first ever playoff game was held between the Chicago Bears and Portsmouth Spartans.  Played indoors due to a major snowstorm, the game was also...

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Happy Birthday to a Lakeshore Legend

You know the Kansas Comet, Sweetness, and the Refrigerator.  Today, meet Fishhook Fingers.  He’s a living Chicago Bears legend, and not long ago, our Head Research Librarian and noted football...

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Tonight on Inside the NFL – Season 37 Premiere Sneak Peek

“Inside the NFL,” cable television’s longest running show, will premiere its 37th season tonight. The program continues its tradition of top-notch NFL analysis, expert commentary and dramatic...

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NFL Films’ Five Best Shots of the Week: Week 1

We pride ourselves on delivering the most dramatic and riveting shots in the sports media industry. Since 1962, our company has shown the public that professional sports, and especially professional...

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NFL Films’ Five Best Shots of Week 3

This week, our cameramen produced an embarrassment of riches in terms of top-notch football footage. This meant it was hard to wittle down all the great shots captured into just these five, but I think...

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Five Best NFL Films Shots of Week 4

Another week, another great job done by the cameraman of NFL Films. All of the five shots chosen this week for my list were of crucial plays from the six games that were decided by … MORE ►

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We Can’t Wait: Packers vs. Bears

With still a few months to go until the first kickoff of the NFL season, we continue our weekly previews of matchups we can’t wait to see in 2014. Packers vs. Bears (Week 4, Week … MORE ►

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We Can’t Wait: Buccaneers vs. Bears

With still a couple months to go until kickoff of the NFL season, we continue our weekly previews of matchups we can’t wait to see in 2014. Buccaneers vs. Bears (Week 12) As we covered … MORE ►

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“Brandon Marshall: A Football Life”– Sneak Peek

Friday September 19 at 9pm/ET on NFL Network, “A Football Life: Brandon Marshall” documents the powerful and at times painful journey of one of the league’s best playmakers, who has turned his life...

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“Brandon Marshall: A Football Life”– Bonus Scene

This summer we had the chance to spend a lot of May, June, and July shooting with Brandon Marshall for our series “A Football Life.” Marshall will be the only current player featured in the … MORE ►

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How Rivers Ran Over the Seahawks – Tonight on “NFL Turning Point”

Tonight at 10pm/ET on NBC Sports Network, NFL Turning Point takes a closer look at some of the underdog wins and key player losses from Week 2. In these featured segments, NFL Films goes behind … MORE ►

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