Bygone Stadiums
Although the last NFL game here was in 1996, this stadium remained in operation until 2019, and demolition to make way for a new stadium only started in 2025
RFK Stadium
Although other teams used it, this offensive scheme is most remembered for its use by Warren Moon and the Houston Oilers, especially in the early 90s
Run and Shoot
This star WR has every intoxicated college student's dream: A Taco Bell in his house
Davante Adams
His 2010 1000 yard season left such an impression that it got him the Madden cover thanks to a fan vote
Peyton Hillis
Although most remembered as an all-time bag getter thanks to the contract he signed on the merits of one game to end the 2011 season, his time as the backup to Aaron Rodgers did earn him a Super Bowl ring as well
Matt Flynn
The 2017 implosion of this stadium became an internet meme when live coverage of its implosion was blocked by a passing city bus
Georgia Dome
Playoff success would however evade the Oilers, with the most infamous example being the victims of the historic comeback victory led by this backup QB
Frank Reich
Peyton Manning not only appeared in ads for this restaurant chain, he was also once the owner of 31 franchise locations
Papa Johns
Originally brought into Baltimore in 2014 to back up Ray Rice, Rice's legal troubles created an opportunity for this player to have a 1000 yard season at 29
Justin Forsett
His younger brother may have had a better NFL career, but he, unlike his brother, was a member of a Super Bowl-winning team as Eli Manning's backup in 2011.
David Carr
This NFL team used to occasionally play home games in its home state's largest city's County Stadium in addition to its hometown stadium. The last such game happened in 1994.
Green Bay Packers
__________ would in 1995 start the first-ever game for the expansion Panthers. Their expansion mates, the Jaguars, ran out this former Cowboys backup and future Panthers Pro Bowler as their first-ever starter at QB
Steve Beuerlein
This former RB broke out his iconic celebration dance to celebrate purchasing some cold cuts in a Geico ad
Ickey Woods
The "Mike Shanahan can turn anyone into a 1000-yard rusher" narrative began with his 1999 season after he took over the Broncos job after Terrell Davis tore his knee
Olandis Gary
This brash QB ended his career with 2 Super Bowl rings: One as a starter in the 80s and a 2nd as Brett Farve's backup in 1996
Jim McMahon
Most known for its rich and storied baseball history, this stadium was the site of "The Greatest Game Ever Played" aka the 1958 NFL Championship Game
Yankee Stadium
Before the 1995 season, ______ spent 2 seasons with the Cardinals, whom in the middle of his time there in 1994 hired this iconic defensive mind as their head coach
Buddy Ryan
This Steel Curtain legend was the star of what is considered one of the most iconic Coca-Cola ads ever. That kid in the ad has the jersey to prove it.
Joe Green
Drafted by the Patriots in 1998 to replace the departed Curtis Martin, his future looked bright after his 1000 yard rookie season. Sadly, injuries had other plans
Robert Edwards
He'd get close to the Super Bowl twice as a starter in the 90s, reaching 2 AFC Championship games. It'd, however, be as the backup to Drew Brees that he would get to and win a Super Bowl in 2009
Mark Brunell
A dual-use venue for 21 years, this stadium gave way to two trends of the 80s when its tenants moved into a dome, and, once demolished, an iconic shopping mall was built on the site
Metropolition Stadium
Before being hired by the Cardinals, ______ spent 1993 as the Oilers' DC. He during the season publicly clashed with the Oilers OC; This future Chargers HC and Super Bowl-winning OC for the Giants
Kevin Gilbride
Dan Marino was so well-known for being a spokesman for this brand that he was kidnapped while filming an ad for them in Ace Ventura
Isotoner
His Pro Bowl 1000+ yard season in 1994 helped the Chargers reach the Super Bowl. That however, would be the peak of his career
Natrone Means
This former 1st round bust would end up winning 2 Super Bowls as the backup to all-time greats: Tom Brady in 2020 and Patrick Mahomes in 2023
Blaine Gabbert