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This Day in Philly Sports History - February 8, 2023
On this day in 1936 the first ever NFL Draft was held at the Ritz-Carlton in Philadelphia. The Eagles had the first pick and selected halfback Jay Berwanger out of Chicago. We also spotlight Charles Blockson a star athlete at Norristown and Penn St. who turned down a pro contract to fight for bigger purpose.
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