Atkinson was the last remaining member of the Oakland Raiders’ famed “Soul Patrol” defensive backfield that once terrorized ...

(AP) - George Atkinson, a hard-hitting former Raiders safety who struck fear in the opposition, has died. He was 78. The ...

The Las Vegas Raiders gave a legitimate effort to improve their roster this offseason. Still, things have not gone their way.

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Atkinson played 144 games in his career, spending 10 seasons with the Oakland Raiders and a final season with the Denver Broncos.

Former Raiders safety George Atkinson has died, the team announced on Monday. He was 78. No cause of death was given, though ...

George Atkinson, the legendary Oakland Raiders safety and a significant figure in the team’s legendary “Soul Patrol” defense, has died at 78. Popular for his fearless hits and leadership, Atkinson ...