00 Jim Otto the great center from the Oakland Raiders in the 1960’s-1970’s turns 75 today. Otto played for the Oakland Raiders from 1960-1974. He was a 12 time All-Star/Pro Bowler. Otto never missed a pre-season/ regular season or post-season game due to an injury. He played in 308 consecutive games. The offensive line for the Oakland Raiders in the late 1960-s to mid-1970’s was probably the greatest line ever. Hall of Famers Jim Otto at center, Gene Upshaw at guard, Art Shell and Bob Brown at tackle, all Hall of Famers. Otto was ranked by The Sporting News as the 78th greatest player of all time. Jim Otto was one tough guy.

After his career was over Otto has had nearly 40 surguries including 28 knee surguries and multiple joint replacements. One time Otto nearly died on the operating table.Jim Otto had his right leg amputated in 2007. Otto has said he has no regrets that he would do it all over again.