Len Dawson, Hall of Fame Chiefs QB, dies at age 87

Len Dawson, the Hall of Fame quarterback who led the Chiefs to victory in Super Bowl IV, has died, his family announced Wednesday. He was 87.

“With wife Linda at his side, it is with much sadness that we inform you of the passing of our beloved Len Dawson,” the family said in a statement to KMBC in Kansas City, where Dawson previously worked as a broadcaster. “He was a wonderful husband, father, brother and friend. Len was always grateful and many times overwhelmed by the countless bonds he made during his football and broadcast careers.


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