Leonard Ray Dawson was an American football quarterback who played in the National Football League and American Football League for 19 seasons, primarily with the Kansas City Chiefs franchise.
Len Dawson: Cause of death, Health, Stats
Cause of Death:
Len Dawson’s cause of death hasn’t been reported due to his cancer, yet; however, it’s guessed to be the cause. Dawson was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 1991. On August 12, 2022, his family announced that he had begun hospice care.
University Health tweeted on Feb. 4: “Last Spring Superbowl Winning Chiefs Quarterback Len Dawson came to University Health to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Join Len’s team and millions of other Americans who have been vaccinated. To get a vaccine or booster, call 816-404-CARE. Walk-in appointments are available.”
Jeff Kerr commented: “R.I.P. Len Dawson. When Dawson retired from the #NFL, he was tied for the most seasons leading the league in TD passes (4) and had the 2nd-highest completion percentage in history (57.1). “The most accurate passer in pro football.” — Hank Stram. #Chiefs #ChiefsKingdom”
Health:
In 1991, Dawson was diagnosed with prostate cancer. On August 12, 2022, Dawson’s family announced that he had entered hospice care at the University of Kansas Medical Center. He died on August 24, 2022 at the age of 87.
Len Dawson, who led the Kansas City Chiefs to victory in Super Bowl IV and was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame as both a player and broadcaster, has died at the age of 87, according to his family.
Stats:
Len Dawson played 19 seasons for the Chiefs, Steelers and Browns. He threw for 28,711 yards and 239 touchdowns. He was selected to play in 7 Pro Bowls.
He won the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award, 1 Super Bowl MVP award and 3 championships. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1987.
