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George Blanda's final season with the Raiders was 1975. Fred Steinfort began the 1976 season as the Raiders place kicker but was replaced in Week 8 by Errol Mann. Mann finished the season and was the Raiders kicker in 1977 and 1978.
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What year did george blanda retire?
George Blanda retired from Professional Football in the preseason of 1976. He was on the Raiders team through pre-season. The Raiders had drafter Fred Steinfort and everyone knew that he would be the kicker for the Raiders but the Raiders kept George on the team in case there were any problems.
Who was Oakland Raiders kicker in late 1960?
The Raiders punter before Ray Guy was Jerry DePoyster in 1971 and 1972. Prior to DePoyster, Mike Eischeid was the Raiders punter from 1966-1970.
Who is the oldest non kicker ever to play in the NFL?
George Blanda, who was the Oakland Raiders kicker, was also a backup QB. In 1975, at the age of 48, he played in one game and completed 1 of 3 passes for 11 yards.
Is Brett Favre the oldest quarterback ever?
No George Blanda played QB, in relief of the injured Daryl Lamonica, at age 43. He continued playing for the Raiders (as a kicker) until he was 48!
Who was the Oakland raider quarterback who became their kicker?
George Blanda
What NFL team did George Blanda play for?
His 26-season career spanned an amazing 4 decades. George Blanda is a Hall of Fame-elected, retired quarterback/kicker.George Blanda played for the following teams:Chicago BearsBaltimore ColtsHouston OilersOakland Raiders
What position did george blanda play?
he was a qb for the Oakland Raiders.
Who was the oldest player for the Oakland Raiders?
George Blanda
Who kicked for the raiders in the late 70s?
George Blanda and Ray Guy
How old is George Blanda?
Hall of Fame NFL kicker George Blanda was 83 years old when he died on September 27, 2010 (birthdate: September 17, 1927).
Who was the Oakland Raiders kicker in 1979?
chris bahr
Witch player played the most years in the NFL?
George Blanda played 27 years in the NFL mostly at QB and kicker, but he even played some linebacker in his early days. He played for the Bears, Raiders, Oilers and 1 game for the Baltimore Colts.
