Manny Fernandez, cornerstone of Dolphins’ perfect 1972 season, dead at 79
Manny Fernandez, a key player in the Miami Dolphins' perfect 1972 season, has passed away at the age of 79. He played his entire eight-year NFL career with the Dolphins, contributing significantly to their success during the early 1970s. Fernandez is remembered for his role in the team's famed 'No-Name Defense' and his impact on the nose tackle position.
- ▪Manny Fernandez was a member of the Dolphins Ring of Honor and a two-time Super Bowl champion.
- ▪He spent his entire professional career with the Miami Dolphins from 1968 to 1975.
- ▪Fernandez played a pivotal role in the Dolphins' three consecutive Super Bowl appearances from 1971 to 1973.
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- ▪ Manny Fernandez, Dolphins legend, dead at 79 — New York Post
- ▪ Manny Fernandez Dead At 79 — Dailycaller
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| Publication time | Tue, 26 May 2026 17:53:00 -0400 |
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Miami Dolphins Manny Fernandez, cornerstone of Dolphins’ perfect 1972 season, dead at 79 The undrafted free agent played his entire eight-year NFL career with Miami, reaching three consecutive Super Bowls By Chantz Martin Fox News Published May 26, 2026 5:53pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Fox News Flash top sports headlines for May 26 Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The NFL world is mourning the loss of a standout defensive lineman remembered for his pivotal role in the Miami Dolphins’ historic undefeated 1972 Super Bowl season.
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