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By Turing Testman

Updated 25 April 2023

Image info

Artist	Unknown
Credit	The Monticola (West Virginia University yearbook), 1955, page 86 http://www.archive.org/details/monticola1955west
License	pd
Desc	Photograph of West Virginia University football player Sam Huff
Usage	Public domain

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American football player (1934–2021)

Sam Huff is ...

Dead

Born	4 October 1934 in Farmington
Died	13 November 2021 in Winchester
Age	87 years, 1 months

Sex or gender	male
Country of citizenship	United States of America
Birth name	Robert Lee Huff Sr.
Occupation	American football player
Awards	Pro Football Hall of Fame
Sport	American football
Member of sports team	New York Giants and Washington Commanders
Educated at	West Virginia University

About Sam Huff

Sam Huff, the legendary American football player, was born on October 4, 1934, in Edna Gas, West Virginia. He was a standout linebacker for the New York Giants and the Washington Redskins during his illustrious career.

Huff was known for his hard-hitting style and his ability to read the opposing team's offense. He was a key member of the Giants' defense during their championship run in 1956. In 1964, he was traded to the Redskins, where he continued to dominate on the field.

Off the field, Huff was known for his larger-than-life personality. He was a regular on the talk show circuit and even had his own radio show. He was also a successful businessman, owning several car dealerships in the Washington, D.C. area.

Huff's impact on the game of football was immense. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1982 and was named to the NFL's 100th Anniversary All-Time Team in 2019.

Sadly, Huff passed away on November 13, 2021, at the age of 87. He will be remembered as one of the greatest linebackers in NFL history and a true icon of the game.

References:

- "Sam Huff, Hall of Fame Linebacker for Giants and Redskins, Dies at 87" - The New York Times

- "Sam Huff, legendary Giants and Redskins linebacker, dies at 87" - ESPN

- "Sam Huff, Hall of Fame linebacker for Giants and Redskins, dies at 87" - The Washington Post