Rams legend LeRoy Irvin dies at age 68
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 5:43 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
LeRoy Irvin, a celebrated former player for the Los Angeles Rams, has died at the age of 68. Irvin had a notable NFL career from 1980 to 1990, spending 10 seasons with the Rams and one season with the Lions. He was selected as a first-team All-Pro in 1981 and was a two-time Pro Bowler in 1985 and 1986. Throughout his career, Irvin recorded 35 interceptions and returned five for touchdowns. The Rams organization expressed grief following Irvin's passing, with tributes shared from former teammates.
- •Irvin passed away on July 2, 2026.
- •He played 11 seasons in the NFL.
- •Irvin was a first-team All-Pro selection in 1981.
- •He made 120 starts over his career.
- •Tributes have poured in from former teammates.
- 5:43 PMYahoo Sports — Rams legend LeRoy Irvin dies at age 68
"Rams legend LeRoy Irvin has passed away at the age of 68. He was a 2-time Pro Bowler and first-team All-Pro with Los Angeles.
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