Former NFL quarterback Bob Lee died Aug. 17 in San Francisco, the University of Pacific announced in a news release. Lee was 81.
The Vikings selected Lee in the 17th round of the 1968 draft, and he spent most of his career in Minnesota over two stints. He played for the Falcons from 1973-74 and with the Rams from 1979-80.
He won an NFL championship as a rookie with the Vikings in 1969.
Lee was primarily a backup in the NFL but started 30 games, including 10 with the Falcons in 1973. He finished with a 19-11 record as a starter and appeared in 77 games.
Lee threw for 5,034 yards, with 30 touchdowns and 40 interceptions.
After retirement, Lee…
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