Rod Martin, Legendary Raiders Linebacker and Super Bowl Hero, Passes Away at 72
Raiders Super Bowl hero LB dies at age 72
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Rod Martin, the legendary linebacker for the Las Vegas Raiders, has died at the age of 72. Known for his record-setting performance in Super Bowl XV, Martin intercepted three passes, leading the Raiders to a 28-10 victory and their second Lombardi trophy.
- 01Rod Martin played as a linebacker for the Raiders from 1977 to 1988.
- 02He is famous for intercepting three passes in Super Bowl XV, a record that still stands.
- 03Martin contributed significantly to the Raiders' victory in Super Bowl XVIII as well.
- 04He is regarded as one of the greatest players in Raiders history.
- 05Martin was a standout player from USC and continued his legacy in Los Angeles.
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Rod Martin, a legendary linebacker for the Las Vegas Raiders, has passed away at the age of 72. He played his entire 12-year NFL career with the Raiders from 1977 to 1988. Martin is best remembered for his remarkable performance in Super Bowl XV, where he intercepted quarterback Ron Jaworski three times, setting a record that remains unmatched in Super Bowl history. This performance was pivotal in the Raiders' 28-10 victory, earning them their second Lombardi trophy. Martin also played a crucial role in the Raiders' subsequent Super Bowl win in Super Bowl XVIII, showcasing his defensive prowess with a sack on Joe Theismann, a pass breakup, and a crucial run stop against John Riggins. His contributions have solidified his status as one of the greatest players in Raiders history.
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