Ed Budde Cause of Death

American football guard, Ed Budde has died. He died at the age of 83. The cause of his death is unknown.

Budde’s impact on the Kansas City Chiefs was nothing short of monumental. Playing as the left offensive guard, he spent an impressive 14 years with the team, a feat unmatched except by punter Jerrel Wilson. From 1963 to 1971, Budde displayed exceptional consistency, never missing a single start in all 14 games during each season.

Standing at 6’5″ and weighing 260 pounds, Budde’s distinctive stance, with his left hand down, became a trademark. His explosive blocks paved the way for running backs and shielded Chiefs quarterback Len Dawson from defenders. Budde played a pivotal role in the Chiefs’ triumphs, contributing to two American Football League Championships (1966 and 1969) and a historic victory in Super Bowl IV against the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings.

Budde’s prowess on the field earned him numerous accolades, including five selections to the American Football League All-Star team and participation in six AFL All-Star games. In 1969, he was chosen for the Sporting News AFL All-League team. Budde made history as the first offensive lineman to be named an Offensive Player of the Week by the Associated Press.