On the Los Angeles Rams defensive line in the 1960s -- dubbed The Fearsome Foursome -- Merlin Olsen was an anchor, being named to 14 Pro Bowls in his Hall of Fame career. On the 13-year anniversary of Olsen's passing, we celebrate his legacy. #HOFForever | Pro Football Hall of Fame
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On the Los Angeles Rams defensive line in the 1960s -- dubbed The Fearsome Foursome -- Merlin Olsen was an anchor, being named to 14 Pro Bowls in his Hall of Fame
Pro Football Hall of Fame. . On the Los Angeles Rams defensive line in the 1960s -- dubbed The Fearsome Foursome -- Merlin Olsen was an anchor, being named to 14 Pro Bowls in his Hall of Fame career. On the 13-year anniversary of Olsen's passing, we celebrate his legacy. #HOFForever
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Today we celebrate Merlin Olsen who played Jonathan Garvey and appeared in over 50 episodes of the "Little House on the Prairie" TV show. Merlin was also a professional football player who played 15 seasons in the NFL, missing only two games. Merlin died in 2010, but his amazing legacy lives on. Read more about Merlin in our exclusive post. He would have been 80 years old today. https://littlehouseontheprairie.com/about-merlin-olsen/ | Little House on the Prairie
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Today we celebrate Merlin Olsen who played Jonathan Garvey and appeared in over 50 episodes of the "Little House on the Prairie" TV show. Merlin was also a professional football player who played 15 seasons in the NFL, missing only two games. Merlin died in 2010, but his amazing legacy lives on. Read more about Merlin in our exclusive post. He would have been 80 years old today. https://littlehouseontheprairie.com/about-merlin-olsen/ | Little House on the Prairie
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Merlin Olsen appeared in more Pro Bowls (14) than any defensive player in NFL history. On the day the late Los Angeles Rams star would have turned 83, we celebrate his legacy. #HOFForever | Pro Football Hall of Fame
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Merlin Olsen appeared in more Pro Bowls (14) than any defensive player in NFL history. On the day the late Los Angeles Rams star would have turned 83, we celebrate his legacy. #HOFForever | Pro Football Hall of Fame
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Varsity Jacket Sports on Instagram: "The Fearsome Foursome of the Los Angeles Rams in the 1960s was one of the most dominant defensive lines in NFL history. Comprised of Deacon Jones, Merlin Olsen, Lamar Lundy, and Rosey Grier, they revolutionized the pass rush and popularized the quarterback sack. Known for their sheer power and athleticism, this legendary unit struck fear into offenses and set the standard for defensive excellence, leaving a legacy still revered today. #rams #nfl"
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