'He pretty much pioneered this, making it possible to get football guys on TV,' NFL on FOX analyst Greg Olsen said of HOF coach, broadcaster John Madden. The NFL is planning to make a Thanksgiving tribute to Madden.
Mackenzie Salmon looks at the biggest risers and fallers in this week's USA TODAY NFL power rankings.ARLINGTON, Texas – John Madden changed how we watched and consumed football, how we learned the intricacies of the game and how generations would embrace the sport by playing the video game that bears his name.
Madden had an incredible life and career, and following his death 11 months ago at the age of 85, it became apparent he was known by different generations in three capacities: Hall of Fame coach, legendary broadcaster and video game genius. A recording of Madden discussing Thanksgiving and the holiday's relationship to football will serve as the lead-in to the three games that day, including the Giants' NFC East showdown against the Cowboys at AT&T Stadium that will be called by Olsen and Kevin Burkhardt.A Madden moment for the 2007 Giants
The Giants lost that Saturday night and New England stayed perfect, escaping with a 38-35 triumph, pushing their opponent to the brink in a game that did not affect their place in the standings, or their playoff fate, at all."I believe so firmly in this: that there is only one way to play the game, and it is a regular season game and you go out and win the darn game," Madden said during his voicemail.
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