Remembering Joe Delaney on the anniversary of his death

Jun 30 2025 by Arrowhead Pride

 
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In 1983, the Kansas City running back died while trying to save three children from drowning.

The Kansas City Chiefs selected running back Joe Delaney out of Louisiana’s Northwestern State in the second round (41st overall) in the 1981 NFL Draft.

During a time when the team wasn’t very good, Delaney was a shining star in Kansas City. During his rookie season, he ran for 1,121 yards (and three touchdowns) on 234 attempts, averaging 4.8 yards per carry. He also...

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