PopKulture's photos with the keyword: football

The cover painting for this pulp lacks a measure of subtlety; instead, the brushstrokes are bold and pronounced, almost as if a pallet knife was used for portions of it. However, the treatment seems appropriate for capturing a gritty, singularly-heroic moment, befitting of a sports magazine cover. Dime Sports Magazine - December 1942

The Jazz Age and football - according to Paris Nights. Unfortunately, I only have the cover, so I don't know the year.

Compare this cover to scenes from the big game this weekend and you'll see minimal resemblance, save for the ball itself and a generous helping of gridiron grit and determination. Argosy Weekly - October 13, 1938 issue. Cover art by Paul Stahr.