NFL Hall of Famer Raymond Berry, who starred in ‘Greatest Game Ever Played’, dead at 93
Raymond Berry, a Hall of Fame wide receiver, passed away at the age of 93. He was known for his pivotal role in the Baltimore Colts' championship seasons and was a key player in the famous 1958 championship game. Berry's legacy includes his impressive career statistics and his later role as head coach of the New England Patriots.
- ▪Raymond Berry was a Hall of Fame wide receiver who played his entire career with the Baltimore Colts.
- ▪He was a key player in the 1958 championship game, catching 12 passes for 178 yards and a touchdown.
- ▪Berry was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1973 and served as head coach of the New England Patriots from 1984 to 1989.
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NFL NFL Hall of Famer Raymond Berry, who starred in ‘Greatest Game Ever Played’, dead at 93 By Ryan Giancola Published June 1, 2026, 1:21 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Hall of Fame wide receiver Raymond Berry passed away at 93 years old on Monday, according to his family. Berry was a part of the Baltimore Colts for his entire career after being drafted in the 20th round by the team. During his 13-year career, Berry was a focal point of the Colts’ 1958 and 1959 championship seasons. Pro Football Hall of Famer Raymond Berry, a key player in "The Greatest Game Ever Played," died Monday, May 25, his family said. A member of the Hall's Class of 1973, he was 93.
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