msc 18,421 Posted September 15, 2016 Another Chris Mortensen update. I received very encouraging news last week from my oncologist team of doctors at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center that now enables me to completely focus on recovery rather than treatment. The Stage IV throat (oropharyngel) cancer that was diagnosed in early January and treated with intensive chemotherapy and radiation has been virtually reduced to zero detection of the disease through the latest scans and exams. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcreptile 10,963 Posted September 15, 2016 Another Chris Mortensen update. I received very encouraging news last week from my oncologist team of doctors at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center that now enables me to completely focus on recovery rather than treatment. The Stage IV throat (oropharyngel) cancer that was diagnosed in early January and treated with intensive chemotherapy and radiation has been virtually reduced to zero detection of the disease through the latest scans and exams. Yes, I saw it, I've already been thinking that he is going to doom my "Generation Game" team. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,421 Posted September 15, 2016 Another Chris Mortensen update. I received very encouraging news last week from my oncologist team of doctors at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center that now enables me to completely focus on recovery rather than treatment. The Stage IV throat (oropharyngel) cancer that was diagnosed in early January and treated with intensive chemotherapy and radiation has been virtually reduced to zero detection of the disease through the latest scans and exams. Yes, I saw it, I've already been thinking that he is going to doom my "Generation Game" team. Well, he is 65 and the game will probably go on a while... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Weebl 216 Posted September 16, 2016 The only American footballer of an advanced age that I can think of is John Madden, from the series of video games - and at 80 he is getting on a bit now! Potential Deathlist material? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ulitzer95 12,563 Posted September 16, 2016 The only American footballer of an advanced age that I can think of is John Madden, from the series of video games - and at 80 he is getting on a bit now! Potential Deathlist material? No. Only individuals who participated in proper sports are eligible for the DL. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RIP Wee Jum 1,559 Posted September 16, 2016 The only American footballer of an advanced age that I can think of is John Madden, from the series of video games - and at 80 he is getting on a bit now! Potential Deathlist material? As I said in the ideas thread another going offering would be Former Miami Dolphiins head coach Don Shula who lead Miami to a perfect season in 1972 86 years old and recieving round the clock care Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Creep 7,070 Posted September 17, 2016 Fred Quillan, a former (Univ of Oregon) Ducks and San Francisco 49ers offensive lineman, died at the age of 60 on Monday, according to an announcement on the 49ers website. He was drafted 175th overall by the 49ers in the 1978 NFL draft, after which he played with Joe Montana. Quillan played for 10 seasons in San Francisco, and won two Super Bowl Championships. SC http://www.dailyemerald.com/2016/09/15/former-uo-football-player-fred-quillian-dies/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Death Impends 7,953 Posted September 17, 2016 Clarence Brooks, assistant coach for the Baltimore Ravens, dead at 65. Only bothering to mention him as he was a DDP pick for Very Ill Turned Very Dead, but no QO at the moment. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Creep 7,070 Posted September 17, 2016 Clarence Brooks, assistant coach for the Baltimore Ravens, dead at 65. Only bothering to mention him as he was a DDP pick for Very Ill Turned Very Dead, but no QO at the moment. I don't understand the disclaimer at all. Was he a figure in the NFL? Yes. Did he die? Yes. Why wouldn't you 'bother' to post him if you came upon him first and he hadn't been posted yet? SC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Creep 7,070 Posted October 4, 2016 Former California football coach Roger Theder has died. He was 77. The school said Theder died Saturday from complications from Parkinson's disease. Theder spent 10 seasons on the Cal coaching staff, including a four-year stretch as head coach from 1978-81. He led the Golden Bears to their first bowl game in 21 years when they made it to the Garden State Bowl in 1979. He finished with an 18-27 career record. SC http://www.foxsports.com/college-football/story/former-cal-coach-roger-theder-dies-100316?cmpid=feed:-sports-CQ-RSS-Feed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Creep 7,070 Posted October 11, 2016 Lorenzo Freeman graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 1987. He played as a defensive lineman for the Steelers from 1987-90. In 1991, he played for the New York Giants. The Westmoreland County coroner said Freeman was found in his New Kensington home. No foul play is suspected. SC http://m.wtae.com/news/plums-assistant-football-coach-former-steeler-dies/42051220 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungWillz 21,007 Posted October 13, 2016 Former Miami Dolphin, Fulton Walker, has reportedly died aged 58. http://www.theet.com/sports/local_sports/fulton-walker-dies-at/article_e0be1228-c68e-5dfa-ab1c-2a509167bf99.html Best known for this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDSoyeA-fh0 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Dead Cow 620 Posted October 30, 2016 New York Giants lineman John Hicks has reached his eschaton, aged 65 http://thelantern.com/2016/10/john-hicks-former-ohio-state-and-new-york-offensive-lineman-passes-away-at-age-65/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
torbrexbones 717 Posted November 11, 2016 Former Georgia and Miami Dolphins star Bill Stanfill has died. He was 69. http://sports.yahoo.com/news/former-georgia-dolphins-star-bill-stanfill-dies-69-195132744--nfl.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Creep 7,070 Posted November 17, 2016 Former Oklahoma Sooners punter Michael Winchester was killed Tuesday after being shot at Will Rogers Airport in Oklahoma City. He was the father of Kansas City Chiefs long snapper James Winchester. SC http://m.bleacherreport.com/articles/2676258-former-oklahoma-punter-michael-winchester-dies-after-being-shot-at-airport Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Creep 7,070 Posted December 1, 2016 Former NYJets RB Joe McKnight shot dead in a road rage incident in New Orleans. SC http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/football/jets/jets-rb-joe-mcknight-shot-dead-new-orleans-article-1.2895010 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Creep 7,070 Posted December 6, 2016 This one came outta nowhere: Heisman trophy winner and former NFL running back Rashaan Salaam has died at the age of 42. The former Bears first-round pick was found dead in a park in Boulder, Colorado on Monday night. The police said there was no sign of foul play. Salaam's death is being investigated as a possible suicide, the Boulder Daily Camera is reporting, per a source. SC http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/football/chicago-bear-heisman-trophy-winner-rashaan-salaam-dead-42-article-1.2900840 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Creep 7,070 Posted December 13, 2016 Former Stanford and NFL TE Konrad Reuland Dies at Age 29. Brain aneurysm. SC http://m.bleacherreport.com/articles/2681559-former-stanford-and-nfl-te-konrad-reuland-dies-at-age-29 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungWillz 21,007 Posted December 28, 2016 Bruce DeHaven is the Carolina Panthers special teams coach, a role he had with the 49ers from 2000 to 2002, as well as on the Buffalo Bills from 1986 to 1999 during their run to four straight Super Bowls. He has late stage prostate cancer that typically leaves 3-5 years to live. So keep his name in mind for 2018-2020. He's coached in 6 Super Bowls.....he will obit. SC Dead. Reportedly. https://twitter.com/4JoshReed/status/813960444218081282 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phantom 2,531 Posted December 28, 2016 How about Y. A. Tittle 90 years of age and his dementia is said to be in the final stages. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,421 Posted December 28, 2016 Bruce DeHaven is the Carolina Panthers special teams coach, a role he had with the 49ers from 2000 to 2002, as well as on the Buffalo Bills from 1986 to 1999 during their run to four straight Super Bowls. He has late stage prostate cancer that typically leaves 3-5 years to live. So keep his name in mind for 2018-2020. He's coached in 6 Super Bowls.....he will obit. SC Dead. Reportedly. https://twitter.com/4JoshReed/status/813960444218081282 Gets told he's got 3-5 years, dead within 10 months. Man, that doctor was overoptimistic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Creep 7,070 Posted December 28, 2016 Bruce DeHaven is the Carolina Panthers special teams coach, a role he had with the 49ers from 2000 to 2002, as well as on the Buffalo Bills from 1986 to 1999 during their run to four straight Super Bowls. He has late stage prostate cancer that typically leaves 3-5 years to live. So keep his name in mind for 2018-2020. He's coached in 6 Super Bowls.....he will obit. SC Dead. Reportedly. https://twitter.com/4JoshReed/status/813960444218081282 Gets told he's got 3-5 years, dead within 10 months. Man, that doctor was overoptimistic. Well the doctor gets punished too--he doesn't get to bilk the insurance or Medicaid for another 3-4 years as he expected, now his accounts receivable is all fucked up. SC Edit: will be interesting to see if he gets an unlikely obit. NFL executives have missed out, lets see how non head coaches fare. I'm certain an owner or head coach would o it but anyone else remains in doubt. Testing the limits with this guy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,421 Posted December 28, 2016 Well, he wasn't going to be on my 2017 team, and now, he's not going to be on anyone's. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Dead Cow 620 Posted December 29, 2016 Former NFL safety, Keion Carpenter has been confirmed dead at 39. Buggers up my Deathrace team but relieves me of a tough DDP decision. Edit: He would have been a hit if only he lasted 3 more days, as he gets a Daily Mail obit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Creep 7,070 Posted January 14, 2017 David Modell, the son of former Cleveland Browns owner, Art Modell, has died. Modell, 55, died after a two-year battle with lung cancer. He served as President of the Baltimore Ravens from the team's beginning in 1996 through their Super Bowl XXXV championship win in 2000 and continued to lead the team until 2004. SC http://www.newsnet5.com/sports/browns/david-modell-son-of-former-cleveland-browns-owner-art-modell-has-died-at-55 Edit: I remain a bit stunned Bryan Weidmeier never got an obit, but here's a bump higher in the litmus test. NFL executive but also the son of an infamous owner. Let's see if he obits. Frankly Id give it 75% chance, meaning I'll be rather surprised if he doesn't. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites