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Hall of Fame lineman Forrest Gregg dies at 85

Forrest Gregg, who earned the nickname "Iron Man" for playing in a then-record 188 consecutive NFL games during his Hall of Fame career, died Friday at the age of 85, it was announced.

Hall of Famer and @packers legend Forrest Gregg passed away today at the age of 85.

More on his legacy: https://t.co/ncTv8xnGBQ pic.twitter.com/usAksqdj9p— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) April 12, 2019

The former offensive lineman, who was a six-time All-Pro and nine-time Pro Bowler, played 15 seasons in the NFL with the Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys from 1956 to 1971.