31.   But his numbers continue to speak volumes about the best tight end in franchise history.

32.   But nothing is more etched in their minds than one of the more bizarre scenes in franchise history.

33.   But nothing precluded the Falcons from making an offer to Smith if they were interested in having back the second-leading sacker in franchise history.

34.   But the top player in franchise history wants no part of it.

35.   But the Celtics were suffering through their worst period in franchise history.

36.   But the Coyotes are off to their best start in franchise history for a reason.

37.   But they debut at Husky Stadium Sunday after a road start matched only once in franchise history.

38.   But the financial investment in Mirer is almost negligible compared to the franchise history invested in him, as well as its future in Seattle.

39.   But they also know that only once in franchise history have the Spurs won more than one playoff series in a season.