Footballs .....

[Bullaholic]

I bought one of these Wilson all-leather "Dukes" in the early 70's---still got it around somewhere. Great ball--Of course, you realize I could always "spiral" a pillow thru a wall... :D

Now Wilson Sporting Goods and the NFL have announced the first re-branding of the league's official football since 1969. The "Official NFL Game Ball" will become "The Duke" in honor of the New York Giants football legend Wellington "Duke" Mara. Mara, who passed away in October, 2005 at the age of 89, dedicated virtually his entire life to his team and the NFL in a variety of capacities.

[Phil C]

I was a WR in my day and could catch them. :)

[AggieJohn]

cool honor



10 years down the road i'll be saying let's throw around the duke

[Hansum Stranger]

Originally posted by Phil C
I was a WR in my day and could catch them. :)

Was the forward pass around in your day?