re: Lynn Swann: Calvin Johnson has not done enough to be considered a HOFer

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Stop sounding like a broken record and explain why the game was 'completely' different than it is now. Other than shorter season... What say you?

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He is correct on that.

Before 1978 Receivers could be hit at any time anyplace on the field as long as the ball wasnt innthe air( no 5 yard halo or illegal contact).

Linebackers & safeties Head hunted & prayed receivers would come acroos the middle & take shots that would get them fined/ suspended today.

Also Linemen actually had to block( arms folded/ fists closed) & not extend their arms & grab defenders to protect QBs & increase Offense.

See the passing game begin to explode after 1978/ early 80's.