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Fred Cox

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Position: K
Date of Birth: December 11, 1938
Height / Weight: 5'11" / 200 lbs
First Team: MIN (1963)
Last Team: MIN (1977)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Fred Cox - Career Overview

Date of Birth: December 11, 1938
Position: Kicker
Team: Minnesota Vikings (1963-1977)

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Tenure with the Minnesota Vikings: Fred Cox played his entire 15-year NFL career with the Minnesota Vikings, from 1963 to 1977.
  • Pro Bowl Selection: Cox was selected to the Pro Bowl in 1970, showcasing his skills as one of the top kickers in the league.
  • All-Pro Honors: He earned First-Team All-Pro honors in 1970.
  • Franchise Records: Cox held multiple franchise records for the Vikings, including career points and field goals made at the time of his retirement.
  • Super Bowl Appearances: He was part of the Vikings team that reached the Super Bowl four times (IV, VIII, IX, and XI), although the team did not secure a championship in these appearances.
  • Innovative Kicking: Fred Cox was known for his unique kicking style and was one of the pioneers of the "straight-on" kicking technique before the rise of soccer-style kickers.
  • Community Contributions: Beyond his football career, Cox was known for his involvement in community service and various charitable efforts.

Legacy

Fred Cox is remembered as one of the reliable kickers of his era, contributing significantly to the Minnesota Vikings' success during the 1960s and 1970s. His longevity and consistency solidified his place in the franchise's history. After retiring from professional football, he went on to work as a chiropractor, continuing to impact his community off the field.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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