Summary
Former quarterback Jack Crabtree, known for his time at the University of Oregon and brief professional career, passed away at the age of 90. Crabtree, who was the MVP of the 1958 Rose Bowl, played for teams in the AFL after serving in the Army.
Key Facts
- Jack Crabtree was a quarterback for the University of Oregon.
- He was 90 years old at the time of his passing.
- He was the MVP of the 1958 Rose Bowl despite his team losing the game.
- Crabtree was a 12th-round draft pick by the Philadelphia Eagles in 1958.
- His NFL career was delayed by two years of military service.
- He later played in the AFL for the Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Chargers but did not play in regular season games.
- Crabtree is in multiple Halls of Fame, including the Oregon Sports Hall of Fame.
