1973 Topps football card of former Buffalo Bills’ fullback Jim Braxton, who was one of the first to play the position the way today’s fullbacks do – not as much of a rushing threat but as a lead blocker for a star halfback. In Braxton’s case, that back was Hall of Famer O.J. Simpson. He played 8 seasons in the NFL, and had a well-earned reputation as a tough, physical player who was largely responsible for helping Simpson break league rushing records. “Bubby” Braxton was an effective runner when needed, and even scored 31 career touchdowns (most modern-day fullbacks don’t get 31 career carries). He died of cancer in 1986.