George Halas vs Vince Lombardi: Who Affected Pro Football More?

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Published: June 12, 2009

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... fan, they know who you are talking about and what that man meant to each respective team and to the NFL.

Both have had books written about their accomplishments. Both are considered masters of their trade. Both of their personalities and styles have been broken down and analyzed time and again by coaches all over the U.S.  

The Super Bowl trophy is named after Lombardi. The NFC title trophy is named after Halas. Lambeau Field is located on Lombardi Avenue. The Pro Football Hall of Fame, located in Canton, Ohio, is found at 2121 Halas Drive.

If there were a Mount Rushmore of people who had the most profound effect on the NFL, Halas and Lombardi would be up there (Probably Mara from the Giants as well and then someone else, but that is an article for another day)

Vince Lombardi was one of the greatest coaches of all time. He was cunning, smart and new exactly how to get the most from his players.&nbs...

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