The Black Cyclone

Charles Follis the first African American professional football player. A son of former slaves battles racism and finds in himself the fortitude to persevere as a champion and a true America... Read allCharles Follis the first African American professional football player. A son of former slaves battles racism and finds in himself the fortitude to persevere as a champion and a true American hero.Charles Follis the first African American professional football player. A son of former slaves battles racism and finds in himself the fortitude to persevere as a champion and a true American hero.

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People frequently comment on how "barbaric" or "brutal" football is today. Imagine playing it without any equipment, minimal rules, and on a glorified cow pasture. From 1902-1906, on average 16 people died in Ohio each year, playing football in the pre-NFL era "Ohio League". Credit:The History of Shelby Football, By Fred Eichinger.