(08-27-2018, 09:49 PM)jagibelieve Wrote: Back then, the quarterback wasn't "protected" like the position is in today's NFL.  They also didn't pass nearly as much.  He took some brutal hits, led the league in passing attempts and completions in 1972 and was selected for the pro-bowl twice in 1978 and 1979.

Regarding the "how old are you" thing, I grew up watching him play.  He was a fan favorite, especially among those of us that didn't have a "home team".

Sure his stats "stink", especially by today's standards but he was still one of the best to ever play the game.

It's all about perspective when looking at players from the 1970's vs. players today.

Agree.  Also, people should be reminded that DBs were allowed to hit WRs all throughout the playing field so it wasn't a penalty when someone like Jack Tatum would take out Lynn Swann 15 yards down the field when Bradshaw was scrambling around.

Bradshaw really made clutch plays throughout his career and was only 2nd to Stabler operating the 2 minute drill in the 70's.  I really hate to say it but as of today, Blake has been one of the worst QB's trying to comeback in the final 2 minutes.  Hopefully that changes because he's done it throughout his college career.

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