Don Oakes (American football)

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Don Oakes
No. 77, 71
Position Tackle
Personal information
Born(1938-07-22)July 22, 1938
Roanoke, Virginia, U.S.
DiedMarch 29, 2025(2025-03-29) (aged 86)
Roanoke, Virginia, U.S.
Career information
College VPI
NFL draft 1961: 3rd round, 42nd overall pick
AFL draft 1961: 21st round, 162nd overall pick
Career history
1961–1962 Philadelphia Eagles
1963–1968 Boston Patriots
Awards and highlights
Stats at Pro Football Reference   OOjs UI icon edit-ltr-progressive.svg

Donald Sherman Oakes (July 22, 1938 – March 29, 2025) was an American professional football player who was an offensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL) and American Football League (AFL). He played college football for the VPI Gobblers where his accomplishments led to his induction into the Virginia Tech Sports Hall of Fame. Professionally, he played two seasons for the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles and six seasons for the AFL's Boston Patriots. After retiring from professional football, Oakes became a high school coach in his hometown of Roanoke, Virginia. Oakes died on March 29, 2025, at the age of 86. [1]

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  1. "Donald Oakes Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information". www.oakeys.com. Retrieved April 3, 2025.