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The 1980s

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Earl Campbell''s Record Season - the Hall of Fame fullback rushed for 200 yards a record four times in 1980. 

 Bermuda Triangle – the Buffalo Bills of the early 1980s featured a formidable defensive unit that helped the team to an AFC East title.

 Air Coryell the San Diego Chargers’ explosive offense put up some staggering numbers.

The Classic Shootout - the San Diego Chargers defeated the Miami Dolphins, 41-38, in the 1981 AFC Divisional Playoff Game.

Rookie Sensation - Eric Dickerson''s memorable 1983 rookie season when he set the rookie record for rushing yards.

1985 Patriots – the New England Patriots overcame tough odds as a wildcard team and won three straight games on the road to earn their first Super Bowl berth.

The Drive - John Elway directed the Denver Broncos on a 98-yard drive against the Cleveland Browns in the 1986 AFC Championship Game.  

Eric Dickerson Trade - a three-team trade on Halloween of 1987 was one of the largest trades in NFL history.

Flipper''s Record - Willie "Flipper" Anderson set an NFL record with 336 yards receiving during Week 12 of the 1989 season. 


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