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Longtime NFL offensive line coach Howard Mudd has died as a result of injuries he suffered two weeks ago in a motorcycle accident.
Wednesday brought the word that Mudd remained in intensive care and needed more surgery, but his condition took a turn for the worse and his death was announced a short time later. Mudd’s family wrote in a statement that no funeral is planned, but a celebration of Mudd’s life will be held in the future.
Mudd, who was 78 years old, played for the 49ers and Bears from 1964 to 1970. He made two All-Pro teams and three straight Pro Bowls, while he was with the 49ers and was named to the All-Decade team. of 1960.
Mudd then began a coaching career at the University of California. He joined the Chargers in 1974 and worked time with the 49ers, Seahawks, Browns, Chiefs, Colts and Eagles, before returning to Indy last year as a senior offensive assistant.
Our condolences go out to Mudd’s loved ones over their loss.
