Bobby Grier, longtime NFL executive and father of Sharks general manager Mike Grier, has died. He was 82.

The Sharks released a message on social media Monday morning offering their condolences.

“The San Jose Sharks organization was extremely saddened to learn of the passing of Bobby Grier, father of Sharks General Manager Mike Grier,” the Sharks said. “We send our love and support to Mike and the entire Grier family.”

After starting out as a high school coach and college assistant, Bobby Grier first broke into the NFL in 1981 with the New England Patriots. He went back and forth between leading their backfield on the field and scouting. Grier transitioned fully to the front office in 1993 as he worked under Bill Parcells, first as director of pro scouting, then director of player perso

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