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darell1976
September 19th, 2012, 07:04 PM
I loved NFL Films especially the follies they put together. The NFL lost a really good guy. RIP Steve.:(

http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-shutdown-corner/ultimate-visionary-nfl-films-steve-sabol-dies-age-185124858--nfl.html


If you've ever watched slow-motion replay of an NFL play, laughed at a ridiculous NFL blooper, listened to a coach miked up on a sideline, sat enthralled as a player does his thing on the field and gives voice to his exploits, enjoyed the game or season review of your favorite NFL team, or watched an NFL broadcast at all, you have Steve Sabol to thank for that. And if you've ever cashed a seven-figure check from the NFL, you really have Steve Sabol and NFL Films to thank for that.

Sabol, the president of NFL Films for years, passed away on Tuesday after an 18-month battle with brain cancer. He is survived by his wife Penny, his son Casey, his parents Audrey and Ed, and his sister Blair.

Laker
September 19th, 2012, 07:06 PM
I can't name one producer from any other professional sport. The Sabols were on a level without peer.

I roared at the follies that they put out. Top Helmet and the like were great.

darell1976
September 19th, 2012, 07:13 PM
I can't name one producer from any other professional sport. The Sabols were on a level without peer.

I roared at the follies that they put out. Top Helmet and the like were great.

NFL's greatest hits was the first video I ever got (with SI) back in 1988. Those video's were classic. I hope NFL Network or ESPN plays them in tribute to Steve.

UMass922
September 21st, 2012, 05:24 PM
NFL's greatest hits was the first video I ever got (with SI) back in 1988. Those video's were classic. I hope NFL Network or ESPN plays them in tribute to Steve.

I had this one--must've watched it a thousand times:

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61uNax1gbKL._SL500_AA300_.jpg


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ILT7tkS4M4