Gene Upshaw
American football player and executive
Born
1945
80 years ago
Died
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional American football player, played as a guard for the Oakland Raiders in the National Football League (NFL) from 1967 to 1981. Contributed to the team's victory in Super Bowl XI, Super Bowl XV, and Super Bowl XVIII. After retirement, served as the executive director of the NFL Players Association, advocating for players' rights and welfare throughout the league. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1987, recognized for exceptional performance and leadership on and off the field.
Played for the Oakland Raiders
Won Super Bowl XI, XV, and XVIII
Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1987
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