From the Akron Pros to the Seattle Seahawks: Race and the NFL

From the Akron Pros to the Seattle Seahawks: Race and the NFL

Nearly 100 years ago, and 27 years before Jackie Robinson broke baseball's color barrier, Fritz Pollard (seated, far right) was a key member of the Akron Pros. (Pro Football Hall of Fame)

The reigning champions. Russell Wilson is seated in front row, far left. (Rod Mar)