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Charles Alvin Sanders (August 25, 1946 – July 2, 2015) was an American professional football player who was a tight end for the Detroit Lions of the National Football League (NFL) from 1968 to 1977.
Jul 3, 2015 · DETROIT (AP) — Hall of Fame tight end Charlie Sanders epitomized Detroit's blue-collar roots. Fans adored his gritty work ethic. Teammates embraced his leadership.
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Jan 9, 2023 · Sanders was a true innovator who helped kickstart a paradigm shift among tight ends in the 1970s NFL. Before Sanders arrived in the Motor City in 1968, tight ends were predominantly blockers who helped quarterbacks and running backs put points on the board.
Charlie Sanders was a collegiate star in both football and basketball at the University of Minnesota. His athletic prowess drew the attention of the Detroit Lions who selected him in the third round of the 1968 draft. Not surprisingly, Sanders enjoyed instant success in the National Football League.
Jul 4, 2015 · Charlie Sanders, a tight end for the Detroit Lions from 1968 to 1977 whose sticky fingers, fleet feet and shifty elusiveness helped redefine a position that had traditionally been reserved for...
Jul 2, 2015 · Former Detroit Lions tight end Charlie Sanders passed away on Thursday at the age of 68, the Pro Football Hall of Fame announced. Sanders had been battling cancer since November.
Jul 2, 2015 · One of the NFL's finest tight ends, Charlie Sanders, has died at the age of 68, per the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame pass-catcher who spent his entire 10-year career with the...
Jul 2, 2015 · Former Lions tight Charlie Sanders lost his battle with cancer Wednesday. He was 68. Sanders was a seven-time Pro Bowl selection during his 10-year career — all with the Lions. He was inducted...
Jul 3, 2015 · Longtime Lions stalwart Charlie Sanders dies at age 68. Published Jul. 2, 2015 10:10 p.m. ET. share. facebookxredditlink. foxsports. DETROIT. Hall of Fame tight end Charlie Sanders...
