Gany Marchetti, Baltimore Colts Hall of Fame Member, Dies

Gino Marchetti, legend of the Baltimore Colts and a member of the Professional Football Hall of Fame, died Monday at the age of 93.

"Gino Marchetti is a giant giant who has helped many people in need. He is one of the best athletes in the history of football and athletics in Baltimore, "the Ravens said in a statement on the death of Marchetti. "Well loved in Baltimore, this Professional Football Hall of Fame member loved our community and the fans they loved. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Joan, and the Marchetti family. We appreciate the kindness and respect that Gino has shown to the Ravens over the past 23 years. "

Playing with the Colts from 1953 to 1966, Marchetti was a dominant 6-foot-4, 245-pound defensive backbone known for both his fast-paced routine and his ability to stop the race. He was a key member of the NFL Colts championship teams in 1958 and 1959. Marchetti was a first All-Pro team nine times in his career, and he was inducted into the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1972. He was a member of the Anniversary Team of the Silver League (1969) and the 75th Anniversary Team (1994).