Eagles Legend RB Steve Van Buren Passes at 91

The Eagles today have lost a legend in this city. Hall of Fame Running back Steve Van Buren died today at the age of 91. Van Buren to me is the all time greatest running back to ever wear the Eagles uniform. Van Buren was the huge reason in the 40s why the Eagles became back to back champions. In 1948 the Eagles defeated the Chicago Cardinals for their first ever world championship mainly because of #15. In that game it was a blizzard out  side but that did not keep Van Buren from having a impressive game. He Scored the teams only touchdown in the game as they won it 7-0. The following year the Eagles returned to the NFL Championship this time against the Rams, The game was not in a blizzard this time but in the rain and thick mud. Steve Van Buren set a record for most rushing yards in a game with 196 total yards. The Eagles go on to defend their title as they win back to back titles mainly because of Steve Van Buren. Van Buren's life will be celebrated all around the NFL today, I don't know how much people know about how this man helped the NFL be what it is today.