Charlie Sanders

American football player, sportscaster

Charlie Sanders - American football player, sportscaster
Born

August 25th, 1946
78 years ago

Died

July 2nd, 2015
9 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a tight end for the Detroit Lions in the NFL from 1968 to 1977. After retirement, transitioned to a career in broadcasting, providing analysis and commentary on NFL games. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2007.

Played for the Detroit Lions

Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame

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