Bobby Grier, whose career as a football coach and front office executive with three NFL teams spanned seven decades, has died, his family confirmed. He was 82.

Grier broke into the NFL in 1981 as an assistant coach with the New England Patriots and stayed with the franchise through the 2000 NFL draft, transitioning from the sideline to the front office in 1993, where he ultimately elevated to the top role of vice president of player personnel. He later worked as a personnel executive for the Houston Texans (2000-2016) and consultant for the Miami Dolphins (2017-2025).

Grier's sons Chris and Mike, serve as general manager of the NFL's Dolphins and NHL's San Jose Sharks , respectively.

"Bobby was the strong, silent type -- a leader who could always get the best of you. I had the

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