Grady Alderman (December 10, 1938 – April 5, 2018) was an American football player and executive. He played professionally as an offensive tackle for 16 seasons in the National Football League (NFL), mostly with the Minnesota Vikings.

Career

Alderman played in three Super Bowls and was selected to six Pro Bowls. He ended his pro career with the Chicago Bears, as a player then coach. He is also noted for being the "last of the original Vikings." From March 1981 until December 1982 he was the general manager of the Denver Broncos.

Grady Alderman

Alderman was also a certified public accountant.

Grady Alderman

Alderman died on April 5, 2018, at the age of 79.

Grady Alderman

In 2021, the Professional Football Researchers Association named Alderman to the PFRA Hall of Very Good Class of 2021

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1938 births

2018 deaths

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People from Madison Heights, Michigan

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