Why Philadelphia Fans Once Threw Snowballs At Santa

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dash On game day, a massive winter storm dumped snow and slush over Philadelphia, creating miserable conditions for the 54,530 fans.

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Fun Fact

Eagles draft loss: By winning two late-season games in 1968, the Eagles lost the chance to draft superstar O.J. Simpson, which made the fans even angrier.

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What was the weather like in Philadelphia on December 15, 1968, during the game against the Minnesota Vikings?

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What was the name of the outdoor stadium where the Eagles played their home games in 1968?

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Why were the wooden seats at Franklin Field so uncomfortable for fans on December 15, 1968?

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Which team ultimately secured the number one draft pick in 1969 instead of the Eagles?

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What was the win-loss record of the Philadelphia Eagles heading into the final weeks of the 1968 season?

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Who was the head coach of the struggling Philadelphia Eagles during the infamous 1968 season?

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Which college football superstar did Philadelphia fans hope the team would draft by finishing in last place?

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Which NFL team did the Eagles play against on the day of the Santa snowball incident?

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Glossary

snowball (noun)
A round ball of packed snow, typically made for throwing. On December 15, 1968, frustrated Philadelphia fans at Franklin Field pelted a substitute Santa Claus with them.