Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Raymond Berry died on May 25 at his home in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, from complications of pneumonia.
He was 93.
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Berry was the oldest living member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, according to reports.
His passing leaves Hall of Fame running back Lenny Moore, 92, as the only surviving member of the historic 1958 Baltimore Colts championship team.
A Legendary Career
Berry played 13 seasons for the Colts after being selected as a 20th-round draft pick from Southern Methodist University.
He earned six Pro Bowl selections and retired in 1967 with an NFL-record 631 receptions.
He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1973 and named to the NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team in 1994.
Berry also coached the New England Patriots for six years, leading them to the 1985 Super Bowl.
“In NFL history, there are only a handful of players who we can say truly changed the sport.
Raymond Berry is one of the few names on that list,” the Indianapolis Colts wrote in a social media post.
“Raymond Berry is a football icon.
As one of the greatest wide receivers in league history, he routinely thrilled fans with his clutch playmaking, precise approach and unmatched work ethic,” the Ravens wrote.
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Unmatched Preparation
Berry was known for his extreme preparation.
