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NFL Legend Richard Caster Passes Away at 75

Richard Caster, celebrated for his impactful 13-season career and three Pro Bowl selections, died in his sleep after a long illness.

  • Former New York Jets wide receiver and tight end Richard Caster, a Super Bowl champion and three-time Pro Bowler, has died at 75.
  • Caster passed away in his sleep on February 2 in Long Island, New York, following a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.
  • Over his 13-season NFL career, Caster was known for his remarkable performance with the Jets, earning Pro Bowl selections in 1972, 1974, and 1975.
  • Caster's career highlights include playing for the Jets, Houston Oilers, New Orleans Saints, and Washington Redskins, culminating in a Super Bowl XVII victory with Washington.
  • He is survived by his wife Susan, three sons, two daughters, and five grandchildren, including AEW wrestling star Max Caster.
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