David (Dave) Wilcox was an American professional football player who played as a linebacker with the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League (NFL) from 1964 through 1974. He died on April 19, 2023 at age 80.
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Hall of Fame president Jim Porter eulogized Wilcox.
Porter said:
“While Dave Wilcox was nicknamed ‘The Intimidator’ for his aggressive style of play, he was a kind, humble and gracious man in all other aspects of life,”
“He transformed the outside linebacker position — one of the many feats that earned him a forever home in Canton.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with Dave’s wife, Merle, and their entire family. We will preserve his legacy for generations to come.”
Wilcox was enlisted into the Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2000, along with 49ers legends Joe Montana and Ronnie Lott.
During his induction speech, Wilcox put into perspective his feelings on being honored among the greats to ever play the game.
He said:
“There are now 204 people in the Hall of Fame.”
“The maximum seven people are elected each year for the next hundred years, there will be 904 people.
“Think of how many guys have been associated with this game in the past, and how many will be involved in the next hundred years. There are only so few that make it to this select group. Amazing, isn’t it?”
Dave Wilcox age
How old was David Wilcox? Wilcox was 80 years. He was born on September 29, 1942 and died on April 19, 2023.
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Dave Wilcox height
How tall was David Wilcox? Wilcox was 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) tall.
Dave Wilcox weight
How much did David Wilcox weight? Wilcox weighed 241 lb (109 kg).
Dave Wilcox family
Wilcox was married to Merle and they had two sons Joshua David Wilcox and Justin Wilcox.
Joshua David Wilcox played two seasons for the New Orleans Saints.
Meanwhile, Justin Wilcox has been the head coach of the California Golden Bears since 2017.
Dave Wilcox education
Wilcox was a graduate of Vale High School in eastern Oregon and began his college football career at Boise Junior College (now Boise State University) where he earned junior college All-America honors.
Dave Wilcox draft
Wilcox entered the NFL in 1964 as a third-round selection (No. 29 overall) in the NFL Draft. He chose to sign with the 49ers after being a sixth-round pick (No. 46) of the Houston Oilers in the AFL draft.
Dave Wilcox stats
While becoming one of the NFL’s most decorated players, Wilcox helped turn the 49ers from one of the league’s worst teams to one of its best.
After winning just four games during his rookie season, Wilcox helped lead the 49ers to three consecutive division titles from 1970-72. The 49ers went to consecutive NFC Championship games in 1970-71 only to fall to Tom Landry’s Cowboys in both contests.
Dave Wilcox health
Acccording to Pro Football Hall of Fame, Wilcox recently had a heart surgery.
Dave Wilcox death
Wilcox passed away on April 19, 2023 at age 80. A cause of death was not given.
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