Al Davis, owner of the Oakland Raiders has died at the age of 82.
He was the only person who ever held job all these title/positions: Personnel assistant, Scout, Assistant Coach, Head Coach, General Manager, League Commissioner and Owner/Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Al Davis was instrumental in advocating and establishing the long vertical/passing style of offense in the old A.F.L. and the N.F.L.
He was the first owner to hire a Hispanic/Latino head coach, an African-American head coach and a female head of business operations.
Al Davis also introduced for induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame 9 people. More than any other person.
He was A.F.L. Coach of the Year in 1963 and won three Super Bowls (1976, 1980 and 1983 seasons) over the course of 8 years in two cities as owner of the Oakland/Los Angeles Raiders. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1992.
He revived many players careers when no one else would give them a chance, many of whom had their best years as Raiders.
His motto's were the Raiders' motto's: Commitment to Excellence. Pride and Poise. Just win, Baby!
Al Davis: July 4, 1929 to October 8, 2011.
Rest in Power. Rest in Peace.
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