Chris Doleman: Hall of Fame Vikings Pass Rusher Dies at 58

Chris Doleman was an American football defensive end and one of the greatest pass rushers in NFL history. Born on October 16, 1961, in Indianapolis, Indiana, he grew up in York, Pennsylvania, and starred at the University of Pittsburgh.

The Minnesota Vikings drafted Doleman fourth overall in 1985. He played for the Vikings, Falcons and 49ers, finishing with 150.5 sacks, and led the NFL with 21 sacks in 1989. He was an eight-time Pro Bowler, a three-time first-team All-Pro and a member of the NFL 1990s All-Decade Team. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2012.

Doleman had brain surgery in January 2018 after a diagnosis of glioblastoma. He died at his home in Duluth, Georgia, on January 28, 2020, at age 58. He was honored before kickoff at Super Bowl LIV five days later. Remembered as a feared player and a gentle man, he was inducted into the Vikings Ring of Honor.

Achievements: Drafted fourth overall by the Vikings (1985), eight-time Pro Bowler, NFL sacks leader with 21 (1989), Pro Football Hall of Fame (2012).

Birth: October 16, 1961 - Indianapolis, Indiana.

Profession: Football defensive end.

Interesting Facts: He began his career as a linebacker before moving to defensive end. He had 25 sacks at Pitt.