Henry Jordan

American football player and Super Bowl champion

Henry Jordan - American football player and Super Bowl champion
Born

January 26th, 1935
90 years ago

Died

1977
48 years ago — 42 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a defensive tackle in the NFL from 1957 to 1969. Spent the majority of the career with the Green Bay Packers, contributing to the team's success during the 1960s. Was part of the Packers' roster that won the first two Super Bowl titles in 1967 and 1968. Also played for the Los Angeles Rams early in the career, demonstrating significant skill and versatility on the field.

Won Super Bowl I and II with the Green Bay Packers

Played in the NFL for over a decade

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