Quick, look at this old skool Patriots jersey and name the player.

 

If your answer is a Laurence Maroney 2009 AFL 50th Anniversary jersey, then you really need to learn about the Patriots history.

 

This is a throwback Sam Cunningham jersey, also known as Sam “Bam” Cunningham. He was a Patriot from 1973-79 and 1981-82. He was part of a backfield that rushed for over 3,000 yards. 1978’s 3,165 yards rushing is an NFL record that still stands today. Cunningham is the Patriots all-time leading rusher.

 

Why am I telling you this? Because on Wednesday the Patriots announced that the fans voted Jim Nance as the latest addition to the Patriots Hall of Fame, beating out defensive lineman Houston Antwine and center Jon Morris.

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Shallow Halls

By • on June 11, 2009

Pop quiz! Name this 39

 

Quick, look at this old skool Patriots jersey and name the player.

 

If your answer is a Laurence Maroney 2009 AFL 50th Anniversary jersey, then you really need to learn about the Patriots history.

 

This is a throwback Sam Cunningham jersey, also known as Sam “Bam” Cunningham. He was a Patriot from 1973-79 and 1981-82. He was part of a backfield that rushed for over 3,000 yards. 1978’s 3,165 yards rushing is an NFL record that still stands today. Cunningham is the Patriots all-time leading rusher.

 

Why am I telling you this? Because on Wednesday the Patriots announced that the fans voted Jim Nance as the latest addition to the Patriots Hall of Fame, beating out defensive lineman Houston Antwine and center Jon Morris.

Continue reading “Shallow Halls”