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The Bronco Nagurski Rule revolutionized the NFL, a Man named Fran set a record, and Miami's 17 pts in final 5 1/2 shocked Michigan - This DiSH for Sept. 17
Episode 1007 • 17th September 2026 • This Day in Sports History • Thrive Sweet Productions
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In 1933, the NFL's new rule that allowed a QB to be within five yards of the line of scrimmage to throw a pass went into effect.

In 1961, Fran Tarkenton threw four TD passes in his NFL debut in an upset win over Chicago.

In 1988, the Miami Hurricanes scored 17 points in the final 5 1/2 minutes to beat Michigan 31-30.

In 1994, UNLV’s Jason Davis completed 28 of 41 passes for 347 yards and 4 TDs in the fourth quarter against Idaho.

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