Former Baltimore Colts defensive end Roy Hilton has died, the Baltimore Ravens said Tuesday. He was 75.
"For nine years, Roy was a mainstay on a defense that helped the Colts earn two Super Bowl appearances, highlighted by their 1970 championship season," the Ravens said in a statement. "We remember Roy for the lasting contributions he made to Baltimore's rich football history, and we extend our heartfelt condolences to his family at this time."
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— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) January 8, 2019
Hilton spent nine of his 11 professional seasons with the Colts, playing for Baltimore in Super Bowl III and Super Bowl V.