Former Buckeye swimmer and founder of NFL Films, Ed Sabol passed away today at the age of 98. Sabol started NFL Films through buying the rights to the 1962 NFL Championship for $1,500. Ed, and his son Steve took NFL Films to the gem it is today.
Here is Ed's Hall of Fame Bio...
Wth Ed Sabol's vision, NFL Films has revolutionized the manner in which sports are presented on camera. Many firsts in film were introduced under his leadership ranging from the first use of a microphone on coaches, referees and players; use of a reverse-angle replay; adding popular music to footage; and the ever popular bloopers videos.
NFL Films has continually adapted to new technology while maintaining its dramatic storytelling technique. The company began producing weekly NFL highlight shows in the late 1960s, introduced the first sports home video in 1980, and today remains at the forefront of the film industry. In 2002, the company moved into a 200,000-square-football facility that includes productions studios and massive film library.
Ed will be missed.
