We’re losing more legends than we’re gaining, and today is one of those days. Former NFL quarterback Norm Snead, a four-time Pro Bowl selection, has died at the age of 84 after suffering long-term health problems in Florida.
Four-time Pro Bowl quarterback Norm Snead dies at 84. https://t.co/2xeLNa8Z6i
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) January 16, 2024
Names like Charlie Conerly, Brad Van Pelt and Tuffy Leemans are just a few of the names etched on the walls of the Giants.
Many names have come and gone, but none have been as influential as this QB. As night falls, look up at the stars and think about the loss of the legendary Norm Snead.
The legendary New York Giants quarterback set a precedent for the talent that will continue in the new NFL.
He also played for the Washington Redksins and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
“He couldn’t run or dodge, but he could throw the football.”
The great Norm Snead was described in one sentence: Snead’s family announced Monday that the legendary QB has died. Today is the day a great NFL legend lost his legacy.
NFL legend Norm Snead, known for his 16-year career in the 1960s and 1970s, has died at age 84.
Snead died Tuesday, ending a career that spanned nearly two decades and left an indelible mark.
He left his mark on the world of professional football.
Considered an elite player, Snead was selected by Washington with the second pick in the 1961 NFL Draft.
Although selected by the Buffalo Bills in the American Football League draft, Snead chose to play for Washington.
His decision paid off, earning him two Pro Bowl selections during his three-time tenure with the team.
Snead’s career took a new turn after he was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles, where he played seven seasons and earned another Pro Bowl selection in 1965.
Amazingly, Snead led three championship drives in one season, further cementing his reputation as a skilled and reliable quarterback.
Snead continued to display his impressive skills during his stints with the Minnesota Vikings, New York Giants and San Francisco 49ers.
Despite not making the playoffs with the Eagles, Snead’s contributions to the game were celebrated and celebrated throughout his career.
While the football world mourns the passing of this legendary player, Snead’s legacy continues to inspire athletes and fans alike.
Snead played for five different teams during his 16-year career, including the New York Giants. There it is remembered that “Once a giant, always a giant”.
After stellar seasons in Philadelphia and New York, Snead finished his career with 30,797 passing yards, 196 touchdowns and 257 interceptions.
Norm Snead, a former NFL quarterback who played 16 seasons in the 1960s and 1970s and was selected to the Pro Bowl four times.
During his illustrious career, Snead played for five different teams, including the New York Giants.
They expressed their gratitude in a heartfelt tweet:
“Norm Snead: Once a Giant, always a Giant.”
Norm Snead: Once a Giant, Always a Giant pic.twitter.com/DFpuOiJaDi
— New York Giants (@Giants) January 16, 2024
Snead also had a chance with the Philadelphia Eagles, but the team didn’t appreciate his rebounding efforts late in the season.
Snead was a standout at Wake Forest and was selected second overall by the Washington Redskins in the 1961 NFL Draft.
Snead played three years at Washington before joining the Philadelphia Eagles, where he spent seven years.
He had a brief stint with the Minnesota Vikings before being traded to the New York Giants. During his 16-year NFL career, Snead played for several teams, including Washington, Philadelphia, Minnesota, New York and San Francisco.
By the end of his NFL career, Snead had 30,797 passing yards, 196 touchdowns and 257 interceptions.
Fans expressed themselves as follows:
The first Redskins QB that I got to see was Norm Snead. A few months later, he would be traded for some young gunslinger – Sonny Jurgensen.
RIP, Norm. Thanks for being one of my earliest football memories. https://t.co/76JD0YHMkQ
— Ken Johannesen (@BurgundyBurner) January 16, 2024
THREAD 🧵: We’re saddened to learn about the death of former quarterback Norm Snead, who spent sixteen years in the NFL playing for five different franchises.
Here is a NFL Films profile on Snead that aired in 1990. #RIPNormSnead #NFL #NFLTwitter pic.twitter.com/qgSLwLL5M4
— Four Verts 🏈 (@FourVerticals_) January 14, 2024
In Memory of Norm Snead. pic.twitter.com/9TXqM64j2W
— Wake Forest Football (@WakeFB) January 15, 2024
Who was the starting Quarterback for your team when you first started watching?
Norm Snead. RIP. https://t.co/fkt5Zn3xvu pic.twitter.com/1Oxc0l8uDA
— Liddle’ Xim Xonnors🏳️🌈 🏳️⚧️ 🇺🇦🌻 (@TimConnorsNJ) January 16, 2024
Norm was the first quarterback to lose 100 career games in the @NFL. He led the league in interceptions 4 times and his 257 career interceptions is sixth most all-time. Norm Snead passed away today after a lengthy illness. He was 84. #RIP pic.twitter.com/kJuZMIo7Qa
— Bill Nelson (@Thelscwxman) January 14, 2024
I met Norm Sneed in 1990 when he came to see an orthopedic surgeon I was working with as a med student. He was gracious and kind. RIP
— Rich Polin (@raphor) January 16, 2024
Heh. Same here. RIP Without Norm Snead there may have never been a Sonny Jurgensen with the Redskins.
— AnacostiaKat (@AnacostiaKat) January 16, 2024
Snead also starred in a 1979 Miller Lite commercial with former NFL quarterbacks Terry Hanratty and Charley Johnson. #RIPNormSnead pic.twitter.com/dwGL1aJX5w
— Four Verts 🏈 (@FourVerticals_) January 14, 2024
One of the greatest Deacs! RIP
— Martha Cole (@MarthaC86747430) January 16, 2024
It’s funny how players get better by the decade. Truth is he wasn’t a good quarterback.
— LGR (@KButricks) January 16, 2024
I didn't know he was voted to the Pro Bowl 4 times. I just remembered him really struggling with Philly when they were terrible. The consensus on the Sonny Jurgenson for Snead trade was that the Redskins got the better of it.
— Mark Lang (@ml307n) January 16, 2024
He was great in 1972 led the league passing but he really fell off the following year . Growing up I saw only 2 winning ny giant seasons 1968-1980 . 1972 was a good year and 1970 Fran tarkenton who was traded for Snead . He was already old as a giant . 62-10 win vs eagles fu phl
— Rob fried (@Robtherunner235) January 16, 2024
