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Raiders Honor Super Bowl Champion John Vella, 74, After Passing

4/2/2025

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John Vella, a beloved Super Bowl champion offensive lineman for the Oakland Raiders, has passed away at the age of 74. The Raiders paid tribute to his significant impact on the team during the 1970s. Drafted in the second round in 1972, Vella dedicated eight seasons to the Raiders before concluding his career with the Minnesota Vikings.

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John Vella, a beloved Super Bowl champion offensive lineman for the Oakland Raiders, has passed away at the age of 74. The Raiders paid tribute to his significant impact on the team during the 1970s. Drafted in the second round in 1972, Vella dedicated eight seasons to the Raiders before concluding his career with the Minnesota Vikings.