“Super Bowl 3” champion, the great Larry Grantham has passed away. Plus, former New York Jets’ Eric Decker signs with the Tennessee Titans.
The great Larry Grantham has passed away at the age of 78, the New York Jets announced late Sunday night.
Larry Grantham, long-time Jets OLB, Super Bowl III champ & Ring of Honor member, has passed away at age 78.
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— New York Jets (@nyjets) June 19, 2017
To this day, Grantham, a member of the Jets Super Bowl III champions, remains the greatest linebacker in the team’s history.
He was also a member of the original 1960 team named the New York Titans. Drafted as a second-round pick in ’60, Grantham played his entire 13-year NFL/AFL career with the organization.
“I had 13 wonderful years in New York, even with the Titans,” said Grantham on the occasion of his, and his No. 60 jersey, entering the franchise’s Ring of Honor six years ago.
“Sometimes we didn’t get paid, but we had great times, and Sammy Baugh was one of the greatest coaches I ever played for. They’re all outstanding memories for me. People have been awful good to me in New York.”
In other news, former Jets wide receiver Eric Decker has officially found a new home. On Sunday, he signed on with the Tennessee Titans for one year.
Excited to be joining the @Titans and my new band of brothers! Gotta keep that energy flowing from the @PredsNHL this fall!
— Eric Decker (@EricDecker87) June 19, 2017
Other Jets News, Stories:
- ESNY’s Robby Sabo explains what the so-called experts just don’t understand about these Jets: the roster has significantly improved since last season.
- Brian Costello of the New York Post asks if young Christian Hackenberg is receiving a fair shake or not.