Curley Culp
American football player, NFL Hall of Famer
Born
Died
2021
4 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a defensive tackle in the National Football League, contributing significantly to teams during a career spanning from 1968 to 1981. Achieved a prominent role with the Kansas City Chiefs, and later with the Houston Oilers. Earned recognition as a formidable player, noted for effective defensive strategies. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2013, cementing a legacy within the sport.
Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2013
Played for the Kansas City Chiefs and Houston Oilers
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