Y. A. Tittle

American football quarterback, NFL MVP

Y. A. Tittle - American football quarterback, NFL MVP
Born

October 24th, 1926
98 years ago

Died

2017
8 years ago — 91 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Notable as a professional American football quarterback. Played primarily for the New York Giants and the San Francisco 49ers. Achieved notable success in the NFL, earning the Most Valuable Player award in 1963. Tittle's playing style contributed to the visibility and popularity of the quarterback position during the 1950s and 1960s. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1971, marking a significant recognition of career accomplishments.

Won NFL Most Valuable Player award in 1963

Led the New York Giants to three NFL championship games

Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1971

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