New book credits Nunn for Steelers' 1970s success

[stillers4me]

When the Steelers were in the midst of winning four Super Bowls the 1970s, credit was given to the players, coaches and owners. But one of the most important men contributing to the team's success remained in the background.


According to Andrew Conte, author of “The Color of Sundays: The Secret Strategy That Built the Steelers' Dynasty” (Blue River Press, $25), scout Bill Nunn Jr. arguably was as essential as Chuck Noll, Joe Greene, Terry Bradshaw and Lynn Swann. Nunn's ability to find talent at small black schools brought Mel Blount, Donnie Shell, John Stallworth, L.C. Greenwood and Glenn Edwards to the Steelers...........



Read more: http://triblive.com/sports/-topstories/9171892-74/nunn-steelers-conte#ixzz3nbUv7kZN

[ALLD]

Bill found talent at those small schools that other teams did not bother scouting. Then there is also the story how the Steelers held back Stallworth's college tape before the draft.

Today in contrast, we find Colbert shaking the Keebler tree to find hidden gems that appear unconventional by NFL standards. Not to mention retaining 4th rd. QBs as back ups even though they should never step onto an NFL field.

[zulater]

Just ordered it now. Looking forward to reading it.