Jim Tyrer

Image Gallery of Jim Tyrer Offensive Tackle 1961-1974

One of the most outstanding offensive lineman of his time. Jim Tyrer played 13 seasons for the Dallas Texans/Kansas City Chiefs and one for the Washington Redskins. A 9-time Pro Bowler he was named to the AFL Hall of Fame All-1960 Team as well as Pro Football Reference All-Decade Teams of the 1960s.

Len Dawson & Jim Tyrer Chiefs, Gary Cutsinger, Oilers in 1966 AFL
The Oliers Gary Cutsinger gets around his blocker to put some pressure on Chief quarterback Len Dawson. All Star tackle Jim Tyrer is at the right.

Henry Jordan stops Mike Garett, Super Bowl I
Packers Hall of Famer Henry Jordan puts the stop to Chiefs runner Mike Garrett in Super Bowl I. Chiefs Jim Tyrer, #77 can be seen in the back as well as Ed Budde, and Packers #71, Linebacker Lee Roy Caffey #60 & Bob Jeter, #21 are also present.

Len Dawson and the Kansas City Chiefs Offense that Won an World Championship
Even in this still picture you can sense to motivation as Len Dawson and that great Kansas City offense breaks the huddle. How many players can you name from that Championship team of 1969?

Jim Tyrer, Chiefs Blocking for Mike Livingston in 1969
Chiefs quarterback Mike Livingston gets protection from Jim Tyrer (#77) and offense against the Oilers in 1969. Tyrer was an 8-time AFL All-League selection as well as a 2-time NFL Pro Bowler.

Len Dawson behind Jim Tyrer & Ed Budde with Lee Roy Caffey & Henry Jordan of the Packers in Super Bowl 1
Chiefs QB Len Dawson gets good protection behind the likes of Ed Budde & Jim Tyer in Super Bowl I. The story behind this picture is this is the play where Dawson hit running back Curtis McClinton for the Chiefs lone touchdown of the game. The Packers shown here are #60 - linebacker Lee Roy Caffey and defensive tackle Henry Jordan (#74).

Hank Stram with Jim Tyrer on the Kansas City Chiefs Sideline
Kansas City Chiefs sideline in the late 1960. Head coach Hank Stram and the outstanding offensive tackle Jim Tyrer (#77). Tyrer was an 8 time All AFL, and 2 time NFL All Pro

Len Dawson and the Kansas City Chiefs vs Buffalo Bills in the 1966 AFL Championship
Chiefs QB Len Dawson passes behind the blocking of offensive lineman Wayne Frazier (#66) & Jim Tyrer (#77) in the 1966 AFL Championship game. Dawson completed 16 of 24 passes for 227 yards and 2 touchdowns in the 31-7 beatdown of the Bills. The Chiefs went on to play the Green Bay Packers in the very first Super Bowl.

Jim Tyrer
Offensive Lineman for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1961 to 1973, Jim Tyrer

Jim Tyrer All-Pro AFL Offensive Lineman
Legendary Offensive Lineman Jim Tyrer of the Kansas City Chiefs. Here he is shown during the 1971 season opener against the San Diego Chargers.

Chiefs Head Coach Hank Stram with Tackle Jim Tyrer
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Hank Stram poses in front of 6-6, 280 pound Offensive Lineman Jim Tyrer. Tyrer was named to 9 Pro Bowls during his 14-year career.