1970s NFL Action: Chicago Bears Linebacker in Pro Bowl Play
The page from the 1970 NFL Official Record Book focuses on a player wearing a uniform with the number 57 and the NFL 50th anniversary patch, indicating the league's commemorative season. This athlete appears in action, likely a linebacker, given the position suggested by his stance and typical responsibilities in play. The uniform suggests he plays for a team with a monochrome color scheme featuring stripes, common among several franchises during that era. The context implies the game is part of the regular NFL season, possibly highlighting standout moments or key players from that period. The NFL, celebrating its 50th year, was undergoing significant changes, including the recent merger with the AFL in 1970, which reshaped teams' alignments and competition structure.