Running Back
No. 26
Wisconsin
"With only a 3.4 average, he was the top gainer for the Giants. A photography and billiard enthusiast, he grew up in Los Angeles and went to Wisconsin. He has played at Houston and Denver."
-John Devaney, Schenley Pro Football Guide 1976
"Dawkins came to the Giants from the Denver Broncos for a No. 3 draft choice prior to the 1974 season and proved to be a stellar acquisition, leading the club in both rushing (561 yards) and in pass receiving (46 for 332 yards) and scoring five touchdowns. A hard runner and good blocker, Joe came up with game-winning touchdown catches against Dallas (14 yards) and Kansas City (51 yards) and proved to be the most consistent starter in the backfield.
Originally a No. 10 draft choice of Houston in 1970, Dawkins was the Oilers' leading rusher as a rookie with 517 yards, then went to the Broncos in a 1971 trade for Dickie Post. He had his biggest year in 1973 with Denver, rushing for 706 yards and a 4.4 average and also caught 30 passes. Joe also has ability as a kickoff return man, showing a 24.8 career average. He returned four for the Giants in 1974 for a whopping 38.5 average, including a pair of 53-yard runbacks. Joe was again the leading [Giants] rusher in 1975 with 438 yards and a 3.4 average with two touchdowns, and added 24 pass receptions for another 245 yards. He has the ability to play halfback as well as fullback.
Joe began his career at Los Angeles City College, then moved on to Wisconsin where he earned two varsity letters and gained 816 yards on 188 carries for a 4.3 average.
Joseph Dawkins III was born in Los Angeles and played his high school sports at John C. Fremont High School in L.A. He still lives in Los Angeles, is related to former San Diego running back Don McCall, and lists photography and billiards as his favorite hobbies."
-1976 New York Giants Media Guide
Thursday, April 28, 2016
Tuesday, April 26, 2016
1976 Profile: Larry Csonka
Running Back
No. 39
Syracuse
"He returns from the WFL (bringing with him most of the offensive line from the Memphis team).
'I just plow away,' he once said of his running technique, 'fighting for every inch, and accept the consequences.'
He is said to have asked- and received- a $50,000 cash bonus for signing, an annual bonus of $15,000, a 20-year loan of $125,000, plus expense account, plane tickets, game tickets and an apartment. Then there was his salary- around $200,000 a year."
-John Devaney, Schenley Pro Football Guide 1976
"In a stunning off-season move, the Giants signed former Miami star Larry Csonka on April 7, giving the club a powerhouse runner who in seven seasons with the Dolphins had rushed for 5,900 yards in 1,286 carries, a 4.6 average and 41 touchdowns. Csonka had spent the 1975 season with Memphis in the WFL but became a free agent at season's end.
While with Miami, Csonka rushed for 1,000 yards or more three straight years (1971-73), starred in three Super Bowls, won All-NFL honors five times, played in the Pro Bowl five times and earned just about every honor available.
He was the MVP in the 1974 Super Bowl 24-7 triumph over the Vikings, rushing for 145 yards in that big game. In the previous Super Bowl, a win over the Redskins, Larry rushed for 112 yards in just 15 carries for a 7.5 average. The Pro Football Writers of America also named him the Super Athlete of the Year after his 1974 Super Bowl heroics.
Csonka's 5,900 yards rushing also makes him the No. 1 active rusher in the NFC, and that same total has ranked him No. 10 on the NFL career rushing list.
He was a unanimous All-American at Syracuse where he broke the rushing records of previous Syracuse greats Jim Brown, the late Ernie Davis, Jim Nance and Floyd Little. Larry rushed for 216 yards as soph against West Virginia and finished with 2,934 yards on 957 carries for a 4.9 college average. He was the first offensive back drafted in 1968 (No. 1 by Miami) and is the only player ever named MVP in both the Coaches All-American and College All-Star Games.
Lawrence Richard Csonka was born in Stow, Ohio and earned letters in football, track and wrestling at Stow High School. Larry lists hunting and fishing as his chief hobbies."
-1976 New York Giants Media Guide
No. 39
Syracuse
"He returns from the WFL (bringing with him most of the offensive line from the Memphis team).
'I just plow away,' he once said of his running technique, 'fighting for every inch, and accept the consequences.'
He is said to have asked- and received- a $50,000 cash bonus for signing, an annual bonus of $15,000, a 20-year loan of $125,000, plus expense account, plane tickets, game tickets and an apartment. Then there was his salary- around $200,000 a year."
-John Devaney, Schenley Pro Football Guide 1976
"In a stunning off-season move, the Giants signed former Miami star Larry Csonka on April 7, giving the club a powerhouse runner who in seven seasons with the Dolphins had rushed for 5,900 yards in 1,286 carries, a 4.6 average and 41 touchdowns. Csonka had spent the 1975 season with Memphis in the WFL but became a free agent at season's end.
While with Miami, Csonka rushed for 1,000 yards or more three straight years (1971-73), starred in three Super Bowls, won All-NFL honors five times, played in the Pro Bowl five times and earned just about every honor available.
He was the MVP in the 1974 Super Bowl 24-7 triumph over the Vikings, rushing for 145 yards in that big game. In the previous Super Bowl, a win over the Redskins, Larry rushed for 112 yards in just 15 carries for a 7.5 average. The Pro Football Writers of America also named him the Super Athlete of the Year after his 1974 Super Bowl heroics.
Csonka's 5,900 yards rushing also makes him the No. 1 active rusher in the NFC, and that same total has ranked him No. 10 on the NFL career rushing list.
He was a unanimous All-American at Syracuse where he broke the rushing records of previous Syracuse greats Jim Brown, the late Ernie Davis, Jim Nance and Floyd Little. Larry rushed for 216 yards as soph against West Virginia and finished with 2,934 yards on 957 carries for a 4.9 college average. He was the first offensive back drafted in 1968 (No. 1 by Miami) and is the only player ever named MVP in both the Coaches All-American and College All-Star Games.
Lawrence Richard Csonka was born in Stow, Ohio and earned letters in football, track and wrestling at Stow High School. Larry lists hunting and fishing as his chief hobbies."
-1976 New York Giants Media Guide
Monday, April 18, 2016
1976 Profile: Steve Crosby
Running Back
No. 33
Fort Hays College
"The 17th round draft choice in 1974, Steve became the first Fort Hays product to make it to the NFL and showed versatility and potential in his work until he was sidelined with a knee injury, underwent surgery and missed the last five games of the season.
He did a fine job in the preseason games, then had good showings as a reserve in the regular season, particularly in a 14-6 win over Dallas. His season totals were 55 yards rushing in 14 carries, two receptions for 44 yards and two kickoff returns for 47 yards, plus a 60-yard quick kick against the Redskins.
Steve was plagued by back luck again in 1975, suffering a serious ankle injury early in the regular season after seeing action in the early games. He was subsequently placed on the injured list and was out for the rest of the year.
He began his collegiate career at Kansas State with teammates like Larry Brown, Mack Herron and Lynn Dickey, then spent a year in the Army before his transfer to Fort Hays College. In two years there, he rushed for 1,891 yards and a 5.5 average-per-carry and won fine ratings for blocking ability and toughness as well.
Steven was born in Great Bend, Kansas and played his high school athletics at Pawnee High School in his hometown."
-1976 New York Giants Media Guide
No. 33
Fort Hays College
"The 17th round draft choice in 1974, Steve became the first Fort Hays product to make it to the NFL and showed versatility and potential in his work until he was sidelined with a knee injury, underwent surgery and missed the last five games of the season.
He did a fine job in the preseason games, then had good showings as a reserve in the regular season, particularly in a 14-6 win over Dallas. His season totals were 55 yards rushing in 14 carries, two receptions for 44 yards and two kickoff returns for 47 yards, plus a 60-yard quick kick against the Redskins.
Steve was plagued by back luck again in 1975, suffering a serious ankle injury early in the regular season after seeing action in the early games. He was subsequently placed on the injured list and was out for the rest of the year.
He began his collegiate career at Kansas State with teammates like Larry Brown, Mack Herron and Lynn Dickey, then spent a year in the Army before his transfer to Fort Hays College. In two years there, he rushed for 1,891 yards and a 5.5 average-per-carry and won fine ratings for blocking ability and toughness as well.
Steven was born in Great Bend, Kansas and played his high school athletics at Pawnee High School in his hometown."
-1976 New York Giants Media Guide
Thursday, April 14, 2016
1976 Profile: Karl Chandler
Guard
No. 61
Princeton
"Signed as a free agent [in 1974] after an impressive performance in a preseason tryout camp at Fordham, Chandler proved to be a valuable addition in his rookie season. When starter Bob Hyland was injured in the season opener, Chandler stepped right in [at center] alongside rookie guards John Hicks and Tom Mullen and did a solid job. All told, he started four games during the season and appeared in all 14 as a special team player as well.
In 1975, Chandler again appeared in all 14 games, getting plenty of playing time at left guard as well as at center. With that kind of versatility, he continues to be a valuable swingman at two positions.
Chandler earned varsity letters in both football and wrestling at Princeton, playing offensive tackle for the Tigers. In wrestling, Karl had an imposing record, losing only two matches in three years and setting Princeton records for points scored, career.
Karl Victor Chandler was born in Delaware County, Pennsylvania and starred at Newton High School in Newton Square, PA where he still resides. He is a fine handball and squash player, likes to sail and plans on entering the construction engineering business after his football career."
-1976 New York Giants Media Guide
No. 61
Princeton
"Signed as a free agent [in 1974] after an impressive performance in a preseason tryout camp at Fordham, Chandler proved to be a valuable addition in his rookie season. When starter Bob Hyland was injured in the season opener, Chandler stepped right in [at center] alongside rookie guards John Hicks and Tom Mullen and did a solid job. All told, he started four games during the season and appeared in all 14 as a special team player as well.
In 1975, Chandler again appeared in all 14 games, getting plenty of playing time at left guard as well as at center. With that kind of versatility, he continues to be a valuable swingman at two positions.
Chandler earned varsity letters in both football and wrestling at Princeton, playing offensive tackle for the Tigers. In wrestling, Karl had an imposing record, losing only two matches in three years and setting Princeton records for points scored, career.
Karl Victor Chandler was born in Delaware County, Pennsylvania and starred at Newton High School in Newton Square, PA where he still resides. He is a fine handball and squash player, likes to sail and plans on entering the construction engineering business after his football career."
-1976 New York Giants Media Guide
Monday, April 11, 2016
1976 Profile: Danny Buggs
Wide Receiver
No. 86
West Virginia
"Buggs was a 3rd round pick by the Giants in 1975 after an All-American career at West Virginia, but was used primarily as a kickoff and punt return man during his rookie campaign. His stats in those departments showed 16 kickoff returns for 353 yards and a 22.1 average, and 19 punt returns for 93 yards and a 4.9 average.
Buggs was very impressive in the preseason action with a 27.7 kickoff return average and he had a 49-yard touchdown catch against the Miami Dolphins. With 9.5 speed in the 100, Buggs will get a long look at wide receiver in '76, in addition to his return duties.
Twice an All-American at West Virginia (Kodak team his junior year), Danny had 86 receptions for 1,796 yards and 15 touchdown in three seasons of varsity play. He added six touchdowns rushing (36 carries for 553 yards) and three more on punt returns. He also lettered in track, showing 9.5 in the 100 and 48.4 in the 440 and was West Virginia MVP in track, as well as the State Amateur Athlete of the Year in 1973.
Daniel Buggs was born in Deluth, Georgia and starred in high school sports in Avondale High School in his hometown. A member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, he is very active in that organization."
-1976 New York Giants Media Guide
No. 86
West Virginia
"Buggs was a 3rd round pick by the Giants in 1975 after an All-American career at West Virginia, but was used primarily as a kickoff and punt return man during his rookie campaign. His stats in those departments showed 16 kickoff returns for 353 yards and a 22.1 average, and 19 punt returns for 93 yards and a 4.9 average.
Buggs was very impressive in the preseason action with a 27.7 kickoff return average and he had a 49-yard touchdown catch against the Miami Dolphins. With 9.5 speed in the 100, Buggs will get a long look at wide receiver in '76, in addition to his return duties.
Twice an All-American at West Virginia (Kodak team his junior year), Danny had 86 receptions for 1,796 yards and 15 touchdown in three seasons of varsity play. He added six touchdowns rushing (36 carries for 553 yards) and three more on punt returns. He also lettered in track, showing 9.5 in the 100 and 48.4 in the 440 and was West Virginia MVP in track, as well as the State Amateur Athlete of the Year in 1973.
Daniel Buggs was born in Deluth, Georgia and starred in high school sports in Avondale High School in his hometown. A member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, he is very active in that organization."
-1976 New York Giants Media Guide
Monday, April 4, 2016
1976 Profile: Bobby Brooks
Cornerback
No. 37
Bishop
"The No. 11 draft choice in 1974, Brooks came to the Giants on the recommendation of scout Emlen Tunnell who was impressed with his size and potential. Bobby won himself a spot in the training camp and came up with a 26-yard interception for a touchdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers in preseason play.
During the regular season, he was a key man on special teams and also got in some playing time at the right corner. Bobby had five kickoff returns for 106 yards and also returned a punt nine yards. He not only became a starter last year but led the club in interceptions with four for 38 yards and continued his solid hitting. With all his attributes, he has great overall potential.
Brooks was a safetyman for three seasons at Bishop, earning his good ratings for that hitting ability and strength as well as for his good speed in covering opponents' top receivers. He was clocked in 4.7 for the 40 while in college.
He was born in Dallas and played his high school sports at I.M. Terrell High School in Big D. Bobby still resides in Dallas during the off-seasons."
-1976 New York Giants Media Guide
No. 37
Bishop
"The No. 11 draft choice in 1974, Brooks came to the Giants on the recommendation of scout Emlen Tunnell who was impressed with his size and potential. Bobby won himself a spot in the training camp and came up with a 26-yard interception for a touchdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers in preseason play.
During the regular season, he was a key man on special teams and also got in some playing time at the right corner. Bobby had five kickoff returns for 106 yards and also returned a punt nine yards. He not only became a starter last year but led the club in interceptions with four for 38 yards and continued his solid hitting. With all his attributes, he has great overall potential.
Brooks was a safetyman for three seasons at Bishop, earning his good ratings for that hitting ability and strength as well as for his good speed in covering opponents' top receivers. He was clocked in 4.7 for the 40 while in college.
He was born in Dallas and played his high school sports at I.M. Terrell High School in Big D. Bobby still resides in Dallas during the off-seasons."
-1976 New York Giants Media Guide
Friday, April 1, 2016
1976 Profile: Tim Berra
Wide Receiver
No. 80
Massachusetts
"A 17th draft choice of the Baltimore Colts in 1974, Tim played in all 14 games with the Colts in his rookie year, then was one of the last cuts in 1975 and sat out the season. Signed by the Giants as a free agent during this past off-season, Tim impressed at a spring workout camp at Pace and will get a long look at wide receiver.
With the Colts in '74 he was chiefly a return man, showing 16 punt returns for 114 yards and a 7.1 average to lead the club, and 13 kickoff returns for 259 yards, including a 54-yard return against the Jets at Shea Stadium.
Berra was a stellar receiver for four years at Massachusetts and enjoyed a sparkling senior season when he caught 62 passes for 930 yards and 13 touchdowns, and was named to the American Bowl and North-South Games. He had 30 receptions for 540 yards and three touchdowns as a junior at UMass.
Timothy Thomas Berra was born in Montclair, New Jersey and was a standout at Montclair High School in his hometown. He's the son of Yogi Berra, Baseball Hall of Famer, now a Yankee coach."
-1976 New York Giants Media Guide
No. 80
Massachusetts
"A 17th draft choice of the Baltimore Colts in 1974, Tim played in all 14 games with the Colts in his rookie year, then was one of the last cuts in 1975 and sat out the season. Signed by the Giants as a free agent during this past off-season, Tim impressed at a spring workout camp at Pace and will get a long look at wide receiver.
With the Colts in '74 he was chiefly a return man, showing 16 punt returns for 114 yards and a 7.1 average to lead the club, and 13 kickoff returns for 259 yards, including a 54-yard return against the Jets at Shea Stadium.
Berra was a stellar receiver for four years at Massachusetts and enjoyed a sparkling senior season when he caught 62 passes for 930 yards and 13 touchdowns, and was named to the American Bowl and North-South Games. He had 30 receptions for 540 yards and three touchdowns as a junior at UMass.
Timothy Thomas Berra was born in Montclair, New Jersey and was a standout at Montclair High School in his hometown. He's the son of Yogi Berra, Baseball Hall of Famer, now a Yankee coach."
-1976 New York Giants Media Guide
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