Mel Gray's Phantom Touchdown, 'Unbeatable Sooners' lose, and McNabb unaware of NFL Tie Rule - This DiSH for Nov. 16

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn 1975, St. Louis Cardinal receiver Mel Gray scored the game tying touchdown against Washington ... or did he? In 1957, the so-called unbeatable Oklahoma Sooners lost 7-0 to Notre Dame. Oklahoma's 47-game winning streak and 123 scoring streak are still collegiate records.In 2023, Philadelphia released a player that hadn't played for them for 29 years. In 2008, Donovan McNabb admitted he didn't know ties were a thing in the NFL after Philly tied the 1-8 Cincinnati Bengals 13-13. In 1982, the longest strike in NFL history came to an end after the players revolted against their own leadership.THIS DAY IN SPORTS BACKGROUNDRelive the greatest moments in sports every day of the year. From the triumphs to the tragedies, the first to do it to the last time it happened, the unbelievable to the strange, This Day in Sports History is a 365-day journey remembering those significant events that made a lasting impact.Mentioned in this episode:Hockey Hall of Fame True Stories 2Are you a hockey fan? Then you’ll love Eric Zweig’s new book Hockey Hall of Fame True Stories 2. It’s a treasure trove of untold tales, bizarre incidents and captivating trivia that will leave even the most devoted puck head astounded. The intense rivalries, epic showdowns and historic clashes that shaped the NHL's early years, it’s all in there. Zweig uncovers the true stories that helped shape the sport, ensuring that you will never look at hockey the same way again. Check out Hockey Hall of Fame True Stories 2 on Amazon or wherever fine books are sold. Stirling Soap ver. 2 - This DiSH - Steve WhiteThis episode is brought to by Stirling Soap Company. Fellas, you’ve heard the phrase, ‘look good, feel good!’ But why not add ‘smell good’ to that too! That’s where Stirling Soap Company comes in. First, Stirling Soap is 100 percent natural and has a wide variety of bath soaps, shave soaps, beard balm, lotions, and cologne. Second, there’s a scent just for you. How about Burgundy? Yeah, it’s more than a color. The Stirling Soap folks blend natural essential oils with hints of mahogany, golden amber, and Sandalwood. Or how about D-503, an intensely masculine scent inspired by Legend by Mont Blanc. And third, you will feel good about the price. For just a little more than you’d pay at the grocery store, Stirling Soap will leave you feeling clean, refreshed and ready for whatever’s next. Give Stirling Soap a try today. Visit StirlingSoap.com. That’s S-T-I-R-L-I-N-G Soap dot com.