Important Dates in Bills History, presented by M&T Bank, helps fans recognize what’s important. In the NFL, creating a lasting legacy is important, and on March 5, 1970 quarterback Jack Kemp left professional football to start a career in politics.
Jack Kemp was Buffalo’s starting signal caller from 1962-1969. During his tenure with the Bills, Kemp orchestrated two consecutive AFL Championship titles in 1964 and 1965. In both games the Bills took on the San Diego Chargers—Kemp’s team prior to coming to Buffalo. With Kemp at the Helm, the Bills produced a 20-7 victory in 1964 and a 23-0 shutout win in 1965.