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R.I.P. Gene Upshaw, 1945 - 2008
As you've all heard by now, the dominant football story of the day has been the sudden passing of former Raider and NFL Players Association head Gene Upshaw at the age of 63. Upshaw was an outstanding offensive lineman for the Silver and Black from 1967 to 1981. During that fifteen season...
Gene Upshaw passes away at 63
Former Oakland Raider and NFLPA executive director Gene Upshaw has passed away from pancreatic cancer. Whatever you think of his role in the NFLPA and as an Oakland Raider, Upshaw certainly led a varied and distinguished career in the NFL. Upshaw was a 7-time Pro Bowler and won a pair of Super...
NFLPA Director Gene Upshaw Passes Away
NFL.com is reporting that NFLPA director Gene Upshaw has passed away this morning following a battle with pancreatic cancer. Upshaw was 63. Upshaw played in the NFL for 15 seasons with the Oakland and Los Angeles Raiders and was elected to 7 Pro Bowls. He was elected to the Pro Football Hall of...
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