George Atkinson played in 144 games and intercepted 30 passes. He and Jack Tatum were one of the most intimidating safety combinations of all time.

The Raiders called him the anchor of the team’s “Soul Patrol” secondary of the 1970s that helped lead the team to its first Super Bowl title ...

Atkinson, who died Monday, was a walking tribute to the old, lost era of professional football when players saw themselves as ...

The Raiders have released a beautiful tribute to the late George Atkinson and it's a must watch for any Raiders fan.

George Atkinson, a hard-hitting former Raiders safety who struck fear in the opposition, has died. He was 78. The Raiders said Atkinson’s family informed the team of his death on Monday. The team said ...

It's been a rough few days for the Las Vegas Raiders organization. Monday, the team announced that former safety George "The Hitman" Atkinson died. He was 78. "The Raiders Family is deeply saddened by ...

George Atkinson, a legendary Raiders safety, has died at 78. He was known for his tough play and loyalty. Atkinson had spoken about CTE symptoms. His ...

George Atkinson, a Super Bowl champion and a member of the Raiders’ "Soul Patrol" secondary in the 1970s, has died, the team announced on Monday. He was 78. Atkinson played for the Raiders from 1968 ...

George Atkinson, a hard-hitting former Raiders safety who struck fear in the opposition, has died. He was 78. The Raiders said Atkinson's family informed the team of his death on Monday. The team said ...