Dave Wilcox, who played for the San Francisco 49ers in the late 1960s and early 1970s, died at the age of 80.
Wilcox, who was nicknamed “The Intimidator,” made seven Pro Bowls and was part of three straight 49er playoff teams from 1970-72.
He spent his entire 11-season career with the 49ers, after being drafted by both the NFL’s 49ers and the AFL’s Oilers.
Dave Wilcox’s cause of death, How did Dave Wilcox die?
There is no official statement on Dave’s cause of death at the moment
Wilcox was named to the Pro Bowl in 1966 and from 1968-1973. He was known for his aggressive style of play, and he described having a specific area on the field that he was determined to defend.
Wilcox was named first-team All-Pro in 1971 and 1972. He was compared to legendary middle linebacker Dick Butkus for his style of play, which was allowed to be more physical during his era.
Many former NFL players paid tribute to Wilcox, with Chris Long describing him as “awesome” and “an absolute badass.” Wilcox’s family was also praised for being kind and gracious.
Despite his nickname, Wilcox was described as a kind and humble man off the field. He was enshrined in the Hall of Fame in 2000, and his legacy as a linebacker helped transform the position.
His sons also followed in his footsteps by playing football at Oregon, with Justin Wilcox currently serving as head coach for the California Golden Bears.
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