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George Blanda

American football player (1927-2010) · United States · On the map · Athletes · Died at 83

George Frederick Blanda was an American professional football quarterback and placekicker who played in the American Football League (AFL) and National Football League (NFL).

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Las Vegas Raiders1967-1975
Chicago Bears
Kentucky Wildcats football

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Awards

Walter Payton Man of the Year Award1974
Associated Press Athlete of the Year1970
Pro Football Hall of Fame

About this person

Blanda played 26 seasons of professional football, the most in the sport's history, and had scored more points than anyone in history at the time of his retirement.

Country
United States
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1927 to 2010 · aged 83