GU 63

In a move intended to honor Gene Upshaw, all NFL team uniforms will have a patch on them with the initials GU and Upshaw's uniform number, 63. Teams will wear the patch for the entire 2008 season. Upshaw passed away on August 20, 2008. ¹

Gene Upshaw Fast Facts

1. Born: August 15, 1945
2. Died on Wednesday, August 20, 2008 from pancreatic cancer on²
3. Was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer on Sunday, August 17, 2008²
4. Played for the Oakland Raiders from 1967 to 1981
5. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1987³
6. Was executive director for the NFL Players Association

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