Claude Humphrey
American football defensive end
Born
June 29th, 1944
80 years ago
Died
2021
4 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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This individual played as a defensive end in American football. A standout player in college, he received the distinction of being a consensus All-American while at Tennessee State University. He was then selected third overall in the 1968 NFL Draft by the Atlanta Falcons. Over a prolific career spanning over a decade, he played for the Falcons and later the Philadelphia Eagles. His notable achievements include being named to the Pro Bowl multiple times and earning a place on the NFL 1970s All-Decade Team. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014.
Selected third overall in the 1968 NFL Draft
Multiple Pro Bowl selections
Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014
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