OU, NFL football legend Lee Roy Selmon dies

 
BY JOHN ROHDE, Staff Writer, jrohde@opubco.com
Published: September 4, 2011

Teammates insist the greatest player in Oklahoma football history was never knocked off his feet, but not even Lee Roy Selmon could conquer the massive stroke he suffered at home Friday.

After spending two days in critical condition and with family members by his side, Selmon died Sunday in Tampa , Fla. He was 56.

“It is with very heavy hearts that the Selmon family announces the passing of our bel...

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