Pro Football Hall of Fame – Page 2

All Hail the ‘God of Sod,’ Groundskeeper for Each of the 57 Super Bowls

On Sunday, George Toma’s perfectionism will be on display for hundreds of millions of people who will have no idea who he is or how he suffers for his work.

By Ken Belson and Jenny Vrentas

Beathard, Bobby (1937-2023) Deaths (Obituaries) Football Kansas City Chiefs Miami Dolphins National Football League Pro Football Hall of Fame San Diego Chargers Super Bowl Washington Redskins

Bobby Beathard, Mastermind of N.F.L. Dynasties, Dies at 86

Using unconventional tactics, he built powerhouse teams in Washington and Miami and helped mold teams in Kansas City, Atlanta and San Diego, his hometown.

By Ken Belson

Deaths (Obituaries) Football Instant Replay (Sports) McNally, Art National Football League Officiating (Sports) Pro Football Hall of Fame

Art McNally, N.F.L.’s ‘Father of Instant Replay,’ Dies at 97

The first field official in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, he helped bring technology into the sport and kept his cool even in the face of angry coaches and players.

By Alex Williams

Deaths (Obituaries) Football Franco Harris National Football League Pittsburgh Steelers Pro Football Hall of Fame

Franco Harris, N.F.L. Hall of Famer Who Caught ‘Immaculate Reception,’ Dies at 72

The former Pittsburgh Steelers running back died days before the 50th anniversary of one of the most memorable plays in N.F.L. history.

By Daniel Victor

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