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Pro Football Hall of Fame HB Hugh McElhenny Dies at Age 93

Pro Football Hall of Famer Hugh McElhenny died of natural causes on June 17 at the age of 93.

Pro Football Hall of Fame

It is with deep sadness the Pro Football Hall of Fame shares the passing of Hugh McElhenny. He died at the age of 93.<br><br>We pass along our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and to the many whose lives he touched. <br><br>More Info: <a href="https://t.co/ur3OgXx2eC">https://t.co/ur3OgXx2eC</a> <a href="https://t.co/5vWHZn4y4s">pic.twitter.com/5vWHZn4y4s</a>

A halfback in the NFL for 13 years, McElhenny is best known for his nine-season run with the San Francisco 49ers. He also spent time with the Minnesota Vikings, New York Giants and Detroit Lions before his retirement in 1964.