What year were the New England Patriots founded?
When is 1960?
The New England Patriots were founded in 1960; at the time, they were called the Boston Patriots. They were a charter member of the American Football League which formed that year and later merged with the NFL (1970).
Who was the first head coach of the New England Patriots (Boston Patriots)?
What is Lou Saban?
On February 8, 1960, Lou Saban became the first head coach of the New England Patriots (then Boston Patriots).
Who was the first Rams player inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame?
Who is Bob Waterfield?
In 1965, QB, DB, K, P Bob Waterfield was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame as part of the third class of inductees.
What year did the Rams first move to Los Angeles?
When is 1946?
After winning the 1945 NFL Championship Game, the franchise moved to Los Angeles, California, in 1946, making way for Paul Brown's Cleveland Browns of the All-America Football Conference and becoming the only NFL championship team to play the following season in another city.
What quarterback did Tom Brady replace in 2001, eventually leading the Patriots to a Super Bowl championship?
Who is Drew Bledsoe?
In Week 2 of the 2001 NFL season, an inexperienced Tom Brady replaced New England Patriots quarterback Drew Bledsoe after he suffered a devastating hit from New York Jets linebacker Mo Lewis that caused internal bleeding and a collapsed lung. Brady played so well that head coach Bill Belichick allowed him to keep the starting job even after Bledsoe had recovered.