This drawing of All-AFL center Jim Otto is the featured image of the article previewing the Oakland Raiders in the 1966 issue of Pro Football Almanac. As far as the #66 player - the Raiders didn't have a #66 on the 1966 roster.
Jim Otto drawing in the 1966 issue of Pro Football Almanac
The only All League center the AFL ever had - Raider Jim Otto.
Jim Otto, Raiders All AFL Center
All Raiders Jim Otto (#00) and Daryle Lamonica (#3) can do is watch as Herb Adderley returns a 60-yard 4th quarter interception for a touchdown to secure a win for the Packers in Super Bowl II.
Herb Adderley Super Bowl II Touchdown
There's over 40 years of old school football here. George Blanda (#16) played from 1949 to 1975 - that's a total of 26 seasons. Center Jim Otto (#00) put in 15, playing from 1960 to 1975.
George Blanda and Jim Otto of the Oakland Raiders
2 of the old AFL's greats - Raiders Daryle Lamonica & Jim Otto
Daryle Lamonica sets up to pass behind Jim Otto
The immortal George Blanda in 1970 get behind the blocking of center Jim Otto (#00) and runner Charlie Smith (#23). Pictured here Blanda is 44 years old. And while he still saw just spot duty, he still managed to throw 6 touchdowns.
Oh, and he still played another 5 years in the NFL.
George Blanda sets up to pass behind Jim Otto and Charlie Smith | 1970 Raiders
The Oakland Raiders sporting their black uniforms in 1962. Legendary All-AFL Center Jim Otto (#00) leads the way for runner Bo Roberson (#40). Other Raiders pictured are longtime lineman Wayne Hawkins (#65) and Dan Ficca (#69). The tangled-up Charger is none other than the great Ernie Ladd (#77).
Jim Otto Lead Blocking in 1962
The only All-League Center the AFL ever had. Considered by many to be one of the best offensive lineman ever.
Oakland Raiders Center Jim Otto
The Hall of Fame Center sets up to protect team mate Daryle Lamonica.
Jim Otto Protects Daryle Lamonica Against Houston
Jim Otto
Jim Otto Center Oakland Raiders
Up against the defense of the Houston Oilers.
Raiders Offense - Pete Banazak, Daryle Lamonica and Jim Otto
Jim Otto
Here he sets up to protect quarterback Daryle Lamonica.
Jim Otto and Daryle Lamonica | Oakland Raiders
Jim Otto
Seen here on the Raider offensive line alongside fellow Hall of Famers Gene Upshaw and Ken Stabler.
Jim Otto Raiders Offensive Lineman
He even managed a pass reception - in the 1972 playoff game against the Steelers.
Jim Otto Catches a Pass
Playing at the University of Miami he was overlooked by the NFL but was chosen by the proposed Minneapolis franchise of the newly formed American Football League. When the Minneapolis club failed to materialize his playing rights went to the Oakland franchise by default. After which he was the starting center for the Raiders for the next 15 seasons and 210 games. He handled the snapping duties for 7 Divisional Championships, and AFL Championship and a Super Bowl. He retired in 1974.
Jim Otto
Jim Otto
Jim Otto
Most Honored Raider in Team History. Had 210 consecutive starts (most in team history) at center for Oakland. Chosen to 10 All Pro (AFL All League) teams and 12 Pro Bowls. The AFL's Hall of Fame Center he was inducted into the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1980.
Jim Otto
Jim Otto
Playing at the University of Miami he was overlooked by the NFL but was chosen by the proposed Minneapolis franchise of the newly formed American Football League. When the Minneapolis club failed to materialize his playing rights went to the Oakland franchise by default. After which he was the starting center for the Raiders for the next 15 seasons and 210 games. He handled the snapping duties for 7 Divisional Championships, and AFL Championship and a Super Bowl. He retired in 1974.
Jim Otto
Jim Otto
Jim Otto Oakland Raiders 1960-1974
Jim Otto
2 of the icons of the Oakland Raider Glory days. Quarterback Ken Stabler and Center Jim Otto.
Ken Stabler and Jim Otto
