Merlin Olsen dies

diddyriddick · Mar 11, 2010

Merlin Olsen, one of the famed "fearsome foursome" defensive line of the LA Rams in the 60s/70s has died. In addition to being a gifted football player, Olsen was a class act.

RIP

Merlin Olsen, Pro Football Hall of Fame lineman, dies at 69 - ESPN Los Angeles

Thorlifter · Mar 11, 2010

I read that earlier. Man, he was a beast in his day.....

ToughOmbre · Mar 11, 2010

One of the greatest defensive tackles ever. Was named to the National Football League 75th Anniversary All-Time Team.

And deservedly so.

TO

evangilder · Mar 11, 2010

Great football player and a good actor. RIP

Messy1 · Mar 11, 2010

I remember him from TV mostly. I seem to remember him as a gentle giant. Always seemed polite and soft spoken in his TV appearances.

wheelsup_cavu · Mar 12, 2010

Messy1 said:
I remember him from TV mostly. I seem to remember him as a gentle giant. Always seemed polite and soft spoken in his TV appearances.

That's how I remember him too.
IMO, The Father Murpy role was a good fit for him.

I hadn't heard about him even being sick...

Wheels