Is Alex Karras in the Pro Football Hall of Fame?

Is Alex Karras in the Pro Football Hall of Fame?

Detroit Lions defensive tackle Alex Karras enshrined as member of Pro Football Hall of Fame. Your video will be available shortly.

What happened to Alex Karras?

Karras suffered from dementia and died after his kidneys shut down, The Associated Press reported. His wife, Susan Clark, said it was football that shortened his life.

How good was Alex Karras?

A member of the NFL’s All-Decade Team of the 1960s, Karras was selected First-Team All-Pro four times (1960-62, 1965), Second-Team All-Pro eight times and voted to four Pro Bowls. During his 12 season (1958-1962, 1964-1970) career, Karras played in 161 games.