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Dan Fouts San Diego Chargers Great

June 10, 1951 - San Francisco, California - Dan Fouts, Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinee and former...

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FOOTBALL NAME | Fouts Dan

"Dan Fouts San Diego Chargers Great"

Last updated 📅 2025-06-07

June 10, 1951 - San Francisco, California - Dan Fouts, Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinee and former NFL Quarterback of the San Diego Chargers, who later became a top TV Color Analyst.

Dan attended Oregon, where he excelled on the college gridiron, setting a total of 19 team records, including those for 5,995 career passing yards and 5,871 yards of total offense.

According to the ProFootballHOF.com website, the Chargers stole Fouts in the third round of the 1973 NFL draft as he became a staple in the lightning bolt offense. In 15 NFL seasons, Fouts completed 3,297 passes for 43,040 yards with 254 touchdowns. He also rushed for 476 yards and scored 13 touchdowns with his legs.

When Dan retired, he was one of only three quarterbacks to pass for more than 40,000 yards. He led the NFL in passing yardage four straight years from 1979 to 1982, and became the first player in history to throw for 4,000 yards in three consecutive seasons.

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  • DOB: June 10
  • EVENTDAY: June 10
  • FOOTBALL NAME: Dan Fouts, Fouts Dan
  • FOOTBALL POSITION: Quarterback
  • FOOTBALL TEAM: Los Angeles Chargers, Oregon Ducks, San Diego Chargers
  • NCAAF JERSEY: Number 11
  • NFL JERSEY: Number 14
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"Fouts, Dan"

Prepare to soar through the electrifying career of Dan Fouts, the Hall of Fame quarterback who revolutionized NFL offenses. This series will delve into the dynamic "Air Coryell" attack he led with the San Diego Chargers, a system that forever changed how professional football approached passing the ball. Fouts's fearless throws and record-setting seasons established a new standard for quarterback play.
We'll explore his collegiate journey, his impact on the Chargers' explosive offenses, and the enduring legacy of a passer who fearlessly pushed the boundaries of the game. Get ready to revisit the highlights and understand the profound influence Dan Fouts had on football's evolution, making him one of the sport's most memorable and innovative figures. Find more photos and a Big thanks to the image above courtesy of NFL Past Players - Dan Fouts Prepare to soar through the electrifying career of Dan Fouts, the Hall of Fame quarterback who revolutionized NFL offenses. This series will delve into the dynamic "Air Coryell" attack he led with the San Diego Chargers, a system that forever changed how professional football approached passing the ball...
FOOTBALL NAME | Fouts Dan

"Dan Fouts Hangs Up His Cleats"

March 24, 1988 - San Diego Chargers Quarterback Dan Fouts announced his retirement. The great passer spent his entire NFL career with the Chargers since the 1973 season when San Dego drafted him out of the Oregon Ducks program.

The right-hander finished his career with 43040 yards of passing offense and 254 touchdowns. Dan was twice selected as an All-Pro, was the 1982 Offensive Player of the Year, and played in 6 Pro Bowl games, per the Pro Football Reference and the Pro Football Journal.

The Chargers franchise later retired Fouts' Number 14 Charger Jersey in memory of the QB outstanding.