Original 1947 Associated Press Wire Photo mounted on black archival paper, measuring approximately 8¼ × 8 inches overall. The original caption is mounted separately beneath the photograph and identifies Bill Osmanski, Chicago Bears fullback, gaining ten yards against the Philadelphia Eagles during a September 13, 1947 exhibition game. The caption notes Eagles defender Dick Humbert grabbing Osmanski by the jersey while Gil Steinke (#41) closes in to assist with the tackle. Although the Bears trailed 10-0 when the play occurred, they rallied to defeat the Eagles 13-10. A sharp postwar NFL action photograph featuring one of the Bears' standout backs in open field. From the archive of a Pittsburgh-area newspaper with expected editorial handling wear, age-related toning, and mounted presentation. Please see photos.
