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George Blanda, former Oakland Raider anf NFL legend, died Monday September 27, at the age of 83. Blanda was the only man to play throughout four decades – the 40\u2032s, 50\u2032s, 60\u2032s, and 70\u2032s.<\/p>\n

The Raiders released this statement mourning Blanda’s passing: “We are deeply saddened by the passing of the great George Blanda. George was a brave Raider and a close personal friend of Raiders owner Al Davis.” <\/p>\n

Blanda played 26 seasons and an NFL record 340 games as a quarterback and kicker for the Chicago Bears, Houston Oilers and Oakland Raiders.<\/p>\n

Blanda was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1981.<\/p>\n

Source: USA Today<\/a><\/p>\n

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Published by PFP Sports and Celebrity Talent Agency<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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