H96.1.895

Two copies of same photo, with two different clippings- second print H96.1.895A, see SUB-RECORDS One, "Aug. 6, 1976--Blanda boots the big one: his 2,000th point in professional football in December, 1975. After 26 seasons he is not ready to quit." Second, "Aug. 26, 1976--George Blanda kicks the 2,000th point of his career on Dec. 21, 1975 against Kansas City." Photo shows Blanda with his foot still in the air from kicking the ball which is flying over the heads of the front line and the defense of Kansas City. The three Kansas City players visible are Senstbaugh, Matuszik, Young. A referee is standing behind Blanda. Ken Stabler's face is just visible where he is kneeling on the ground next to Blanda where he was holding the ball.

Used: Oakland Tribune