Former Raiders Running Back Pete Banaszak Passes Away at 82

Pete Banaszak, a former running back for the Raiders, has passed away at the age of 82, as announced by the team on Saturday.

Banaszak spent his entire NFL career with the Raiders, having been drafted in the fifth round of the 1966 AFL Draft. He retired after the 1978 season, during which he led the league with 16 rushing touchdowns, a record that still stands for the franchise. He was part of the team that won Super Bowl XI, the first championship in Raiders history, and played in 173 regular-season games, notably participating in the famous 'Holy Roller' play.

The Raiders expressed their condolences to Banaszak's family, including his wife Sue and daughters Rebecca and Amy, highlighting his toughness and dedication as a cherished member of the team.