Tag: 796.332 (Football History)
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Bill Cottrell, the NFL’s first Black center and former Detroit Lions player, passed away at 80. Remember his pioneering impact on football, breaking racial barriers and leaving a legacy.
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Charles Follis made history as the first Black professional football player in 1904. Learn about his journey, challenges, and lasting impact on sports and society.
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