Claude Humphrey, a dominant defensive end who burst onto the scene as a rookie with the Atlanta Falcons, died Friday night, according to a family member.
He was 77.
Humphrey was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2014 following a 13-year career in the National Football League. He was credited with 130 sacks, a figure that places him 24th on the NFL’s career leader list.
“The entire Pro Football Hall of Fame family mourns the passing of Claude Humphrey,” said Jim Porter, President of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. “Known as a hard worker and a reliable teammate, Humphrey was always willing to help the team wherever needed and knew success was achieved collectively. His humble spirit guided him on and off the field.
