Retzlaff played for the Eagles from 1956-1966. When he retired, he was the franchise's all-time leader in receptions and receiving yards. He was named to the Eagles' Hall of Fame in 1989.
Pete Retzlaff, a captain and integral part of the Philadelphia Eagles' 1960 NFL championship team, died Friday of natural causes,Retzlaff played for the Eagles from 1956-1966. When he retired, he was the franchise's all-time leader in receptions and receiving yards . He was named to the Eagles' Hall of Fame in 1989.“Pete's legacy goes far beyond the success he was able to achieve on the field,” Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie said in a statement.
"On behalf of the organization, our thoughts are with Pete's family and friends as we mourn the passing of an Eagles legend." Retzlaff was originally a fullback, and the Eagles converted him to tight end. Even now, Retzlaff ranks second in Eagles' history in receiving yards, behind only wide receiver Harold Carmichael, and third in receptions behind Carmichael and Zach Ertz.Retzlaff was named to five Pro Bowls. He was nicknamed"The Baron" by teammate Tom Brookshier, and"Pistol Pete" by former Eagles broadcaster Bill Campbell.
In 1965, Retzlaff had 1,190 yards receiving, which is the most yards for a tight end in team history, and still ranks among the top totals for a tight end in a single season.After retiring, Retzlaff served as vice president and general manager from 1969-72. He was a broadcaster for the following two seasons. He also served as a president of the NFL Players Association.
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