Former NFL Kicker Has Died Suddenly At 65

Former NFL Kicker Has Died Suddenly At 65

Athletes Who Unfortunately Passed Away In 2024 (1:45) The Green Bay Packers confirmed Wednesday that one of their former players and current member of the board of directors passed away this month. In 1982, the Packers selected former SMU kicker Eddie Garcia. He handled kickoff duties for Green Bay before becoming the primary kicker. During the 1984 season, he made three of nine field goal attempts. In September 1984, he made a career-long 51-ya…

Beloved Green Bay Packers Legend Has Tragically Died

Green Bay Packers helmet (Photo By Eric Hartline-Imagn Images) Green Bay is mourning the sudden loss of a man who never really left the field, even after his cleats came off. Eddie Garcia, the former Packers kicker turned board member, died unexpectedly on Thursday at the age of 65. The Packers announced the news Tuesday night, prompting an immediate wave of heartfelt tributes from fans, friends, and former teammates. Garcia played just two seas…

Eddie Garcia leaves an indelible mark on the NFL as tributes flood for the fallen legend

A Legend Remembered Eddie Garcia, a name synonymous with excellence on the gridiron, has passed away at the age of 65, leaving a legacy that resonates deeply within the NFL community. Known for his remarkable career with the Green Bay Packers, Garcia’s influence extended far beyond the field, touching the lives of teammates, fans, and aspiring athletes alike. A Career of Distinction Garcia’s journey in professional football was marked by extraor…

Eddie Garcia, Packers board member and former kicker, dies at 65

Drafted in ’82, elected to team’s board of directors in 2021