One of the most recognized defensive players in Rams history, NFL Hall of Famer Merlin Olsen died this morning. Olsen was 69. Drafted out of Utah State in 1962 by the Los Angeles Rams, Olsen made an immediate impact in the NFL. He was named the NFL Rookie of the Year and voted to his first Pro Bowl, starting a NFL record-streak that would continue for 14 consecutive appearances (1962-75). He was named to the NFL All-Pro team eight consecutive years (1963-1970), and was a Western Conference All-Star team selection six times (1964-1969).
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