How a bidding war inspired a WWI veteran to push for an NFL draft
A bidding war in 1935 involving a University of Minnesota running back led to a significant change in the NFL. The player, Stan Kostka, was being courted by several teams, including the Philadelphia Eagles, owned by Bert Bell. As the asking price for Kostka's services increased, Bell found himself in a difficult position.
The outcome of this bidding war had a lasting impact on the NFL. Further details about this event and its effects on the league are available from the source. The NFL draft, a result of this change, continues to be a major offseason event, with millions of Americans tuning in to watch.
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