Former Eagles star Tom Brookshier dies at 78
(AP) — Former Philadelphia Eagles star Tom Brookshier has died at 78.
The Eagles said he had cancer and died Friday night.
Brookshier was an All-Pro defensive back who played on the Eagles' 1960 championship team. He had 20 interceptions in seven seasons with the team, earning All-Pro honors in 1959 and 1960.
After he retired, Brookshier announced NFL games for CBS. He is one of seven Eagles to have his number retired.
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