The Long Sad History of Cardinals Football

The 1947 season featured many thrilling moments, including this goal line stand against the Detroit Lions, played on November 13. In this frame, the ball has squirted loose from the Lions' running back's hands
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Fumble at the Goal Line
The 1947 season featured many thrilling moments, including this goal line stand against the Detroit Lions, played on November 13. In this frame, the ball has squirted loose from the Lions' running back's hands. It was recovered by the Cardinals defensive back Walter Rankin, #42, to the left.

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