★ Mel Blount led the league with 11 interceptions in 1975, prompting the NFL to introduce the “Mel Blount Rule” in 1978, limiting defensive contact beyond 5 yards.
★ Mel Blount led the league with 11 interceptions in 1975, prompting the NFL to introduce the “Mel Blount Rule” in 1978, limiting defensive contact beyond 5 yards.
★ The 1971 Orioles became the first team in MLB history to have four 20-game winners in a single season: Jim Palmer, Mike Cuellar, Pat Dobson, and Dave McNally.
