Floyd Little’s Tales from the Broncos Sideline
Having been born in 1970, my earliest Bronco memories go back to the super bowl run in 1977. As a result, I missed Floyd Little’s career by two years. I never got to see him play, but I’ve heard his name plenty of times in the last 30 years. After reading Floyd Little’s memoirs about the Broncos, Tales From the Broncos Sidelines, now I know why.
Floyd’s stories have given me a glimpse of the era of the Broncos that I didn’t get to see, and have built an even deeper appreciation for what the franchise has become since. I’m grateful to see that he continues to root so hard for a team that he gave so much of himself too. I hope that others can pick up the book and have a similar experience.
I think some of the motivation in writing the book was to make the case to be enshrined in Canton — and I think he deserves it. It’s both ridiculous and shameful that his bust isn’t there. Floyd Little might not have led the Broncos to glory in his playing days, but he certainly help lay the foundation for the championship years that have come since.
If I have one gripe about the book, it’s the title. As an every down back who also returned punts and kicks throughout his career, Floyd Little didn’t spend a whole lot of time on the sidelines. But I think I can let that one slide…
On August 23rd, 2006 at 3:22 pm
I would like to check out Little’s book. Having been born in 1978, I missed out on that whole era of Bronco football. I got started when I was 5- right when Elway suited up as a rookie. Not a bad way to begin being a Denver fan! I have read a lot about the pre-Elway era, and Floyd Little definately deserved to be in the “Hall”. Unfortunately, he doesn’t get the hype that other players from his era. Hopefully his day will come.