Hall of Fame QB Len Dawson dies at age 87

Former Quarterback Len Dawson Died at Age 87

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On the depth charts of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Browns,

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there was a future Hall of Fame quarterback who toiled.

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Len started his pro career in 1962 and was given the starting job for Dallas Texans in 1964.

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The Chiefs haven't looked back since.

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He was an AFL champion and led the Kansas City Chiefs to a Super Bowl victory.

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Dawson was in hospice care, though no cause was given.

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"Heartbroken" they may be, but the Kansas City Chiefs' is no small potatoes.

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From his long-time mentor and father-figure Hank Stram to the successful seasons of "America's team",

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the man known as "Mr. Arrowhead" has left his mark in every corner of what's now called Arrowhead Stadium.

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This is a legend who led his team to victories in Super Bowls I and IV

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Comfand was enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame only five years after being drafted.ort and safety will become the standard

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