1984 INSIDE SPORTS #V6 #10 – CGC 4.5 VG+ – WALTER PAYTON COVER – CHICAGO BEARS

1984 INSIDE SPORTS #V6 #10 – CGC 4.5 VG+ – WALTER PAYTON COVER – CHICAGO BEARS

CGC – GRADED 4.5 VERY GOOD +

UNIVERSAL GRADE – BLUE

CERTIFICATION NUMBER – 4596451002

OCTOBER 1984 – NEWSSTAND VARIANT – NO LABEL

COVER – WALTER PAYTON

The Inside Sports October 1984 issue (Vol. 6, No. 10) featuring Walter Payton on the cover includes a mix of football, baseball, and cultural sports stories. Key highlights are a feature on Walter Payton surpassing Jim Brown’s rushing record, a Denny McLain exclusive, and coverage of Warren Moon, Earl Campbell, and other major sports figures of the era.

Walter Payton feature – A deep dive into Payton’s career as he broke Jim Brown’s all-time rushing record, cementing his place in NFL history.

Jim Brown retrospective – Comparisons between Payton and Brown, reflecting on the legacy of two of football’s greatest running backs.

Denny McLain exclusive – A candid story on the former Detroit Tigers pitcher, exploring his post-baseball life and controversies.

Warren Moon profile – Coverage of the Houston Oilers quarterback, highlighting his transition from the CFL to the NFL.

Earl Campbell and Hugh Campbell – Features on the Oilers’ star running back and coach, examining their impact on the team.

Baseball coverage – Articles on Mario Soto of the Cincinnati Reds and the Chicago Cubs’ 1984 season.

Basketball and cultural pieces – Additional sports commentary, including nods to Ernest Hemingway’s influence on sports writing.

This issue is historically significant because it captured Walter Payton at the peak of his career, right as he became the NFL’s all-time leading rusher. It also reflects the broader sports landscape of 1984—baseball stars, rising NFL quarterbacks, and cultural reflections woven into sports journalism.

PUBLISHER – INSIDE SPORTS, INC

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