The New York Jets announced the passing of former offensive linemen Marvin Powell and Jim Sweeney on Sunday. They were 67 and 60 years old, respectively.
Marvin Powell and longtime offensive lineman Jim Sweeney, known for his versatility and durability, died this week at 67 and 60 years old, respectively, the team announced Sunday.against the Steelers in Pittsburgh, Jets owner Woody Johnson took to social media to announce the passing of Powell and Sweeney, whom he called"outstanding" members of the organization.
Offensive lineman Jim Sweeney of the New York Jets blocks defensive lineman Tim Krumrie of the Cincinnati Bengals during a game at Riverfront Stadium on Oct. 9, 1988, in Cincinnati. "Our entire Jets family is saddened to learn of the passing of longtime and outstanding Jets, Marvin Powell and Jim Sweeney. We're thinking of their families today," Johnson said in a tweet.A five-time Pro Bowler and three-time All-Pro, Powell was drafted by the Jets fourth overall in the 1977 draft.
Offensive lineman Marvin Powell of the New York Jets is shown during a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Giants Stadium on Nov. 17, 1985, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. "Marvin was smart, he was intelligent," former teammate and current team radio analyst Marty Lyons told the team’s website."He was the players' rep for us. He cared about the team, he cared about society. He wanted to make a difference."
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