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Gene Upshaw: Facts & Related Content
Facts
| Also Known As | Eugene Thurman Upshaw, Jr. |
|---|---|
| Born | August 15, 1945 • Texas |
| Died | August 20, 2008 (aged 63) • near Lake Tahoe • California |
| Awards And Honors | Pro Football Hall of Fame (1987) • Pro Football Hall of Fame (inducted 1987) • 1 AFL championship • 2 Super Bowl championships • 5 All-Pro selections • 7 Pro Bowl selections |
| Education | Texas A&M University-Kingsville |
| Height/Weight | 6 ft 5 inches, 255 lb (1.96 m, 115 kg) |
| Position | guard |
| Jersey Number | 63 (Oakland Raiders, 1967–1981) |
| Draft | Drafted by the Oakland Raiders in the first round (17th overall) of the 1967 NFL draft. |
| Games Played | 217 |
| Games Started | 207 |
Top Questions
When was Gene Upshaw inducted to the Hall of Fame?
Gene Upshaw was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1987.
What position did Gene Upshaw play?
Gene Upshaw played guard.
What college did Gene Upshaw attend?
Gene Upshaw attended Texas A&M University-Kingsville.
When was Gene Upshaw born?
Gene Upshaw was born on August 15, 1945, in Robstown, Texas, United States.
How tall was Gene Upshaw?
Gene Upshaw was 6 ft 5 inches, 255 lb (1.96 m, 115 kg).
How many Super Bowls did Gene Upshaw win?
Gene Upshaw won two Super Bowl championships.
How many times was Gene Upshaw selected to the Pro Bowl?
Gene Upshaw was selected to the Pro Bowl seven times.
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