Ron Mix

American Football Hall of Famer

Ron Mix - American Football Hall of Famer
Born

March 10th, 1938
87 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as an offensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL) primarily for the San Diego Chargers and the Oakland Raiders. Achieved recognition as an All-Pro selection multiple times during the 1960s. Contributed to teams reaching the AFL Championship and was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1989, cementing a legacy as one of the premier linemen in professional football history.

Selected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1989

Earned multiple All-Pro selections

Played a pivotal role for the San Diego Chargers

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