When “Monday Night Football” debuted in 1970 ... To the man whose 1971 hit song urged people to “Imagine all the people / Living life in peace,” Cosell’s sales pitch was to “Imagine ...

The theme song is a mash-up of "The Simpsons" opening and "Monday Night Football's" iconic "Heavy Action." There have also been pre-recorded skits and bits to use during the broadcast featuring ...