Former NFL, NCAA champion dies at 81
Former NFL player and NCAA champion Jim Lindsey, a legendary Arkansas running back, has died at age 81.
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Jim Lindsey, a former professional football player and member of the 1964 national championship team at Arkansas, has passed away at the age of 81. Coverage from Whole Hog Sports, KATV, and Cleveland.com describes Lindsey as an Arkansas football icon and star running back.
Talk Business & Politics further notes his career as a real estate developer, while the Minnesota Vikings issued condolences to his family. Reports focus on his contributions to both collegiate and professional football, as well as his professional life outside of sports.
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Quick answers
What collegiate team did Jim Lindsey play for?
He played for Arkansas and was a member of the 1964 national champion team.
What was Lindsey's professional role outside of sports?
According to coverage from Talk Business & Politics, he was a real estate developer.
Which NFL team issued a statement regarding his death?
The Minnesota Vikings sent condolences to his family.
Coverage (5)
- Jim Lindsey, Arkansas football icon and member of 1964 national champion team, has died Whole Hog Sports · 10h ago
- Legendary Arkansas running back, member of 1964 championship team, Jim Lindsey dies KATV · 10h ago
- Razorback football star, real estate developer Jim Lindsey has died Talk Business & Politics · 10h ago
- Vikings Send Condolences to Family of RB Jim Lindsey Minnesota Vikings · 10h ago
- Former NFL, NCAA champion dies at 81 Cleveland.com · 10h ago
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