Merlin Olsen
Merlin Olsen
Merlin Jay Olsen was an American football player, announcer, and actor. He played his entire 15-year professional football career in National Football Leagueas a defensive tackle with the Los Angeles Rams. He was selected to the Pro Bowl a record 14 straight times, missing selection only in the last year of his career. This record of 14 seasons selected to play in the Pro Bowl, consecutive or otherwise, is current and shared with former offensive lineman Bruce Matthews, former tight...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionFootball Player
Date of Birth15 September 1940
CityLogan, UT
CountryUnited States of America
The focus of my life begins at home with family, loved ones and friends. I want to use my resources to create a secure environment that fosters love, learning, laughter and mutual success. I will protect and value integrity. I will admit and quickly correct my mistakes. I will be a self-starter. I will be a caring person. I will be a good listener with an open mind. I will continue to grow and learn. I will facilitate and celebrate the success of others.
I've caught fish as big as I am. I've caught marlin close to 300 pounds.
I was captain and should have set the example. I would lift a minimum of weights. Mine was natural physical strength. I always thought quickness and agility were much more important.