About Sam Adams, Sr.
Lived 1948 – 2015 (aged 67). Sam Adams, Sr. was an American american football player.
Samuel Edward Adams Sr. (September 20, 1948 – October 10, 2015) was an American professional football player who was an offensive guard with the New England Patriots (1972–1980) and the New Orleans Saints of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Prairie View A&M Panthers. He was a member of the New England Patriots 1970s All-Decade Team and 35th Anniversary Team.
Adams was a member of the Patriots' taxi squad during the 1971 season before landing a place on the roster in 1972.
Adams died at Methodist Willowbrook Hospital in Houston Texas on October 10, 2015, at the age of 67. He was the father of defensive tackle, Sam Adams. He is the uncle of safety Andrew Adams.
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Who was Sam Adams, Sr.?
American football player (1948-2015)
When was Sam Adams, Sr. born?
Sam Adams, Sr. was born on 20 September 1948 in Jasper.
When did Sam Adams, Sr. die?
Sam Adams, Sr. died on 10 October 2015 in Houston.
What was Sam Adams, Sr.'s occupation?
Sam Adams, Sr. was an american football player.
What nationality was Sam Adams, Sr.?
Sam Adams, Sr. was American.
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