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Rams Legend LeRoy Irvin Dies at 68
3 Jul
Summary
- Former Rams cornerback LeRoy Irvin passed away at 68.
- He played his entire decade in the 1980s with the Los Angeles Rams.
- Irvin was a two-time Pro Bowl selection and first-team All-Pro twice.
LeRoy Irvin, a celebrated cornerback who starred for the Los Angeles Rams throughout the 1980s, has died at the age of 68. The Rams organization confirmed Irvin's passing on Thursday, expressing condolences to his family and friends. Specific details regarding the date, location, or cause of death were not disclosed.
Drafted by the Rams in the third round of the 1980 NFL Draft, Irvin played his entire decade with the team. He appeared in 143 games for Los Angeles, making 104 starts. During his tenure, he amassed 34 interceptions for 654 yards and scored five touchdowns, also recovering 13 fumbles. Irvin earned first-team All-Pro honors in 1981 and 1986 and was selected to two Pro Bowls. He later played for the Detroit Lions in 1990, starting all 16 games. His teammate Eric Dickerson remembered Irvin as a "lockdown corner and a fierce competitor" and a "true friend."
