1969 RISQUE Envelope Containing Letter Written by Steve Sabol from NFL Films

Presented here is a truly unique and delightfully RISQUÉ piece of early NFL ephemera — a 1969 envelope and enclosed letter penned by none other than Steve Sabol, the legendary creative force behind NFL Films. This remarkable item offers a rare and unfiltered glimpse into the witty, unbuttoned personality of one of professional football’s most visionary storytellers.

The envelope itself is a showstopper — boldly hand-labeled and playfully suggestive in tone. Dated 1969, the letter is personally written and signed by Steve Sabol, whose signature blend of humor, irreverence, and football-fueled charisma is on full display.

Sabol, then in the early years of transforming NFL Films into the myth-making machine it would become, clearly had a penchant for both creative flair and off-the-record candor. Letters such as this are virtually unheard of on the open market, and speak volumes about the man behind the lens and the evolution of football into an American cultural institution.

Both the letter and envelope remain in excellent condition, with strong paper integrity. A highly unusual and historically rich crossover collectible, this piece bridges the worlds of early NFL history, pop culture, and private correspondence in a way few items can. A must-have for the advanced collector of football ephemera or NFL Films memorabilia. Please call directly with any questions or concerns.