Houston Gamblers

The Houston Gamblers were an American football team that competed in the United States Football League in 1984 and 1985.

Related Topics:
American football - United States Football League - 1984 - 1985

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The team played its home games at the Astrodome.

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The Gamblers were coached by former NFL head coach Jack Pardee in both their seasons.

Related Topics:
NFL - Jack Pardee

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The most notable player on the team was future Buffalo Bills quarterback Jim Kelly.

Related Topics:
Buffalo Bills - Jim Kelly

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Led by Kelly and employing the run-and-shoot offense, the Gamblers appeared in the playoffs in each of their two seasons, but suffered first-round defeats both times.

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The team was to be merged with the New Jersey Generals for the 1986 season, but that season would never be played.

Related Topics:
New Jersey Generals - 1986

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Team colors were black, red, and white.

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