Fulton Kuykendall was a linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons in the 1970s and ‘80s as part of their “Gritz Blitz” defense.
- Died: February 15, 2024 (Who else died on February 15?)
- Details of death: Died in Canton, Georgia, of complications from dementia at the age of 70.
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Fulton Kuykendall’s legacy
Kuykendall played college football at UCLA before being drafted by the Falcons in the sixth round of the 1975 NFL Draft. His teammates nicknamed him “Kaptain Krazy” for his unfettered approach to the game, throwing his body at opponents without much regard for his own safety. The “Kaptain Krazy” style was a key part of the “Gritz Blitz” offense of the 1977 season, in which the Falcons set an NFL record for fewest points allowed, with 129.
Kuykendall was with the Falcons through 1985, then played briefly for the San Francisco 49ers. After his NFL career, he farmed cattle and worked in real estate development, among other jobs. He was one of the NFL players involved in the original 2011 lawsuit against the league alleging that they concealed the risks of long-term damage from head trauma incurred while playing football.
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Full obituary: PennLive.com
