Larry Grantham passed away Sunday night at the age of 78. Grantham was an original member of the New York Titans and future Super Bowl III Champions, the Jets.
Grantham was a catalyst in shutting down the Baltimore Colts, playing linebacker and defensive play caller during the historic AFL-NFL matchup. He ambitiously chose the AFL over the NFL after being drafted in 1960.
He was a sensation at the University of Mississippi, being named to the “All-Century Team” in 1959, a credit to his speed and tackling ability. He would bring the same skill set to the New York Jets.