autographed Raiders football Phil Villapiano signature Oakland

Description: This unique sports trading item features the signature of Phil Villapiano, a former player of the Oakland Raiders in the National Football League (NFL). The football is autographed and is a one of one, making it a valuable addition to any football fan's collection. The football represents Villapiano during his time with the Raiders, making it a great item for fans of the team. It is perfect for collectors of sports memorabilia and enthusiasts of football history. autographed Raiders football Phil Villapiano signature Oakland inscription reads: To JDJust win babyPhil Villapiano 41 Phil VillapianoNumber: 41Position: LBYears: 1971-79School: Bowling GreenSelected by the Raiders in the 2nd round of the 1971 NFL Draft, Villapiano played in 118 games with 117 starts. He recorded 11 interceptions for 160 yards and 1 TD and recovered 17 fumbles. He was a key member of several playoff teams including the Raiders Super Bowl XI championship team. He made the game-sealing interception in the Sea of Hands game against Miami in the 1974 playoffs. Phil VillapianoFrom Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaJump to navigationJump to searchPhil VillapianoNo. 41Position:LinebackerPersonal informationBorn:February 26, 1949 (age 73) Long Branch, New JerseyHeight:6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)Weight:225 lb (102 kg)Career informationHigh school:Ocean TownshipCollege:Bowling GreenNFL Draft:1971 / Round: 2 / Pick: 45Career historyOakland Raiders (1971–1979)Buffalo Bills (1980–1983)Career highlights and awardsSuper Bowl champion (XI)4× Pro Bowl (1973–1976)Career NFL statisticsInterceptions:11Touchdowns:1Player stats at NFL.comPhilip James Villapiano (born February 26, 1949) is a former American football linebacker who played 13 seasons in the NFL.Early life[edit] Villapiano played high school football at both Asbury Park High School and Ocean Township High School in Monmouth County, New Jersey. He played college football at Bowling Green State University, and while there was selected as Mid-America Conference Player of the Year.[1][2]Career[edit]1971 AFC Defensive Rookie of the Year1975 & 1976 All-NFL Pro Bowl1972-1976 All-AFC Pro Bowl1976 Member of the Oakland Raiders Super Bowl XI winning teamKnown for his coverage and long time friendship to Steelers Hall of Fame inductee Franco Harris in one of the top plays in the history of the NFL, in 1972, a play known as the “Immaculate Reception.”One of the fastest linebackers of his era, Phil specialized in making big plays - none bigger than his momentum changing goal-line tackle against the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowl XI, where he forced the fumble that was recovered by Willie Hall.[3] Villapiano was the linebacker assigned to cover Franco Harris during the Immaculate Reception on December 23, 1972.[4]In March 2018, Villapiano was inducted into the Reese's Senior Bowl Hall of Fame. The next month Phil was voted as the Jersey Shore's Greatest Sports Personality Winner. Phil Villapiano was also selected as a 2019 Senior Class candidate for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.Personal life[edit]Phil has three children; Andrea, Phil, and Michael. Michael was a quarterback at Brown University.[5] Phil's wife, Susan, died of breast cancer on November 22, 2016.[6]His nephew Joe Villapiano is a college football coach and has been the offensive coordinator at Cornell University since 2017.Activities after playing career[edit]In January 2018, Phil was recognized as a candidate for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, OH. Later, in March 2018, Phil was named to the Hall of Fame for the College Senior Bowl in Mobile, AL. Later in the summer of 2018, Phil was named as the greatest sports personality for the Jersey Shore in a month long contest that included some of the most prolific names in New Jersey's outstanding sports history. As a 2019 Senior Class candidate for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Villapiano has achieved acknowledgement as a solid finalist and is considered a strong candidate for future induction.In March 2018, Villapiano joined with former NFL stars Harry Carson and Nick Buoniconti to support a parent initiative called Flag Football Under 14, which recommends no tackle football below that age out of a concern for the brain health of the young players. He said, "At some point, those of us who have had success in this game must speak up to protect both football players and the future of the game, and supporting 'Flag Football Under 14' is our best way to do that."[7]Phil was inducted into the Italian Hall of Fame and is a candidate for induction into the NJ State Hall of Fame.The Villapiano Fan Club consists of members all across the country run by his family and close friends, are always hosting events during Raiders season.Phil has also been actively involved in many philanthropic causes such as Save the Jersey Shore post Hurricane Sandy, an executive in the Jimmy V foundation, and numerous programs in his local community of Rumson, NJ and at his alma mater, Bowling Green State University. In recognition of the 100th anniversary of Bowling Green State University Football, Villapiano and nine other former BGSU football players were inducted into the university's Cast of Honor, recognizing the "Best of the Best" by hanging their names and numbers in Doyt L. Perry Stadium. See attached Photos and Read the Full Description of this Listing, before buying. All photos are of the current item. The photo is very important part of the description for that reason we recommend that you enlarge attached photos to get a more accurate perception an opinion about characteristics and conditions of this item. It is important to keep in mind that antique, vintage, or pre-own pieces could have, to a minimum or small degree, almost imperceptible, some sign or detail of previous use that is feasible beyond our best perception, evaluation and description. 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Price: 91 USD

Location: Las Vegas, Nevada

End Time: 2024-11-28T06:14:19.000Z

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