Al Davis – How Did the Football Coach Die?
Al Davis died at age 82, impressive. Check out the death cause, death date, and more facts about the circumstances surrounding football coach Al Davis' death.
Biography - A Short Wiki
Allen Davis was a retired American Football coach. He also did own Oakland Raiders, which participated in the National Football League. He served as the general manager of the team for a period of 39 years; this is from the year 1972 to the year 2011. Before acquiring the majority shares in the team, he did work as the team head coach. This was between the years 1963 to the year 1965. Between the years 1966 to the year 1971, he had very few shares in the team. Al Davis did serve as the commissioner of the American Football League in the year 1966.
How did Al Davis die?
Al Davis' death was caused by arrhythmia.
Al Davis died of heart failure.
| Cause of death | Arrhythmia |
|---|---|
| Age of death | 82 years |
| Profession | Football Coach |
| Birthday | July 4, 1929 |
| Death date | October 8, 2011 |
| Place of death | Hilton Oakland Airport, Oakland, California, United States |
| Place of burial | Chapel Of The Chimes Oakland Funeral Home & Crematory, Oakland, California, United States |
Quotes
"Once a Raider, always a Raider."
Al Davis
"Wake up, Carolee, the plane is waiting for us, we have to get to the game."
Al Davis
"Jerry Rice made the decision and we honestly tried to accommodate him the best way we can."
Al Davis
"Why should I talk to you? I don't know where you're from."
Al Davis
"History will dictate what my legacy is. And 'maverick' is fine, because I am."
Al Davis
