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Earl Morrall dies at 79; saved Dolphins’ 1972 season

Often called the greatest second-string QB in NFL history, Earl Morrall backed up Johnny Unitas, Bob Griese, Fran Tarkenton, Len Dawson and Y.A. Tittle during a 21-year career. He was MVP in 1968.