Seattle Seahawks legend Kenny "The Enforcer" Easley has died at the age of 66, the team announced on Saturday . The Hall of Fame safety played for the Seahawks from 1981-87 before retiring at the age of 28.

"We are deeply saddened by the passing of Seahawks Legend Kenny Easley," the Seahawks wrote in a statement. "Kenny embodied what it meant to be a Seahawk through his leadership, intensity, and fearlessness. His intimidating nature and athletic grace made him one of the best players of all-time."

The Seahawks selected Easley with the No. 4 overall pick in the 1981 NFL Draft , and he immediately became a star in the defensive backfield. As a rookie, Easley recorded three interceptions and four fumble recoveries, and he finished fourth in Defensive Rookie of the Year voting.

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