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Oral History: The Strangest Super Bowl Halftime Show Ever
With a 3D 'Moonlighting' episode canned, Coca-Cola was sitting on 26 million pairs of glasses. Enter the 1989 Super Bowl—and Elvis Presto.
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How Does the Magic Yellow First-Down Line Work?
If you attend a Super Bowl party on Sunday, you’ll probably hear at least one casual football viewer ask, “How do they get that yellow first-down line on the field?”
How Football Helped Kill Betamax
Betamax had a terrific picture and time-shifting abilities, but it also had a fatal flaw—one that alienated millions of NFL fans.
Watch Jeopardy! Contestants Bomb Every Single Question in the Football Category
Alex Trebek's one-liners do not disappoint.
The Controversy Behind 'The Super Bowl Shuffle'
'The Super Bowl Shuffle' was billed as a song to "feed the needy." The Chicago Bears nearly fumbled it.
20 Super Facts About the Philadelphia Eagles
The Birds have one of the NFL's most interesting histories, not to mention a connection to the 'Star Wars' universe.
How Cord-Cutters Can Watch the Super Bowl at Home
Get your football fix without hitting up the crowded corner bar.
20 Super Facts About the New England Patriots
Love ‘em or hate ‘em, there’s no denying that the New England Patriots have established a dynasty of truly historic proportions.
The Origins of All 32 NFL Team Names
Here are the stories behind the nicknames of the NFL’s 32 teams—and what they were almost called. All photos via Getty Images.
Fumbled: The Story of the United States Football League
The 1980s NFL alternative became so cash-strapped that athletes had to ride school buses to practice.
Arizona Teen Becomes First Female to Earn a College Football Scholarship
Becca Longo will be competing for the kicking job at Adams State University.
17 Super Facts About the Atlanta Falcons
From adventurous mascots to touchdown dance crazes, here’s a quick primer on everything you should know about the “Dirty Birds.”
11 Things You Might Not Know About Bill Belichick
He was once under FBI protection.
Theory Claims Super Bowl Winners Can Predict the Stock Market
Forget your Super Bowl boxes, the key to a big payday rests in this economic anomaly.
This Year's Puppy Bowl Will Feature Three Dogs With Disabilities
Get to know Lucky, Doobert, and Winston.
15 Things You Might Not Know About Pro Football
Television coverage of games can last hours, but the ball can actually be in play for as little as 11 minutes in a given game.
15 Facts About Football’s Early Days
Though what would become known as the NFL was formed on August 20, 1920, the roots of American-style football date back well over a century.
The Only Recording of Super Bowl I Is Collecting Dust in Storage
According to the owner, the NFL refuses to buy it.
Why Is Alabama's Mascot an Elephant?
There are no elephants in Alabama. What gives?
Where Do Heisman Winners Keep Their Trophies?
Spoiler: Some trophies end up in closets or at the homes of the players' parents.
Athletic Support: A History of Sports Agents
Professional football players once made $100 a game. When "Red" Grange's agent was done, Grange walked off with $100,000.
The Origin of the Sports Illustrated Football Phone
In the 1990s, the magazine industry was having some issues. 'People' suffered a five percent drop in circulation in the first half of 1990; 'Sports Illustrated' dropped by seven percent that same year.
50 Years of Monday Night Football's Memorable Theme Music
Are you ready for some football? How about a trip down musical memory lane to rediscover the many Monday Night Football theme songs?
The Humble Early Days of the NFL Draft
The NFL Draft wasn't always the overblown football bacchanal it is today.