 Fred Williamson, a former Kansas City Chiefs defensive back nicknamed "The Hammer" for his often-brutal hits, was selected by ABC to replace Meredith in 1974, but following a few pre-season broadcasts, proved so inarticulate that he was relieved of his duties prior to the start of the regular season, becoming the first "MNF" personality not to last an entire season (much less no part of the regular season at all).Williamson was replaced by fellow Gary, Indiana native Alex Karras, formerly of the Detroit Lions.The highlight of Williamson's "MNF" career was probably at the introductory press conference where he quipped that he was hired to "bring some color to the booth."