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When was Merlin Olsen born?
Merlin Olsen was born on September 15, 1940.
Where was Merlin Olsen born?
Merlin Olsen was born in Logan, UT.
How tall was Merlin Olsen?
Merlin Olsen was 6-5 (196 cm) tall.
How much did Merlin Olsen weigh when playing?
Merlin Olsen weighed 270 lbs (122 kg) when playing.
Is Merlin Olsen in the Hall of Fame?
Merlin Olsen was elected into the Hall of Fame as a Player in 1982.
How many games did Merlin Olsen play?
Merlin Olsen played 208 games over his career.
How many sacks did Merlin Olsen have?
Merlin Olsen had 91.0 sacks over his career.
How many Super Bowls has Merlin Olsen won?
Merlin Olsen never won a Super Bowl.
When did Merlin Olsen retire?
Merlin Olsen last played in 1976.
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