Football

More than 20 of his former players went on to play in the NFL.

He guided pro football through an era of sweeping growth.

He scored his first NFL touchdown just days before his death.

He was the last surviving member of the Raiders’ formidable Soul Patrol defense.

He became one of the NFL’s top centers during his 11 years with the Jets.

He had a stellar college career at Boise State University.

He was a defensive end who also played for the Indianapolis Colts.

He set a team record by rushing for 1,458 yards in the 2005 season.

His years at Mississippi State earned him induction into the College Football Hall of Fame.

He helped the Cowboys to victory at Super Bowl VI.