Detroit Lions legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer Yale Lary died on Friday at the age of 86.
Lary's death was announced by the Pro Football Hall of Fame, with president and CEO David Baker issuing a statement:
"Yale Lary was a true American hero. He was defined by his heart and character that made him one of the game’s greatest players. Yale led by example and raised the level of all his teammates that resulted in multiple league titles for the Detroit Lions. Those same traits were on display during his service to our country as a member of the United States Army.