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Today in Patriots History: Larry Eisenhauer

Larry Eisenhauer was not only one of the greatest players in Patriots history, he was also one of the greatest characters in the history of pro football. The Wild Man and Shawn Jefferson headline February 22 in Pats history.

Happy birthday to Larry “Wild Man” Eisenhauer, who would have been 80 today
Born February 22, 1940 in Hicksville, NY
Patriot RDE, 1961-1969; uniform #72
Pats sixth round (42d overall) selection of the 1961 AFL draft, from Boston College

Larry Eisenhauer played pro football for nine years, all with the Boston Patriots.