Former Viking Joe Senser dies at 69 |
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www.audacy.comJoe Senser, the former Vikings tight end, has died at age 69. The Vikings announced his passing on May 6, 2026, and characterized him as a Pro Bowl-caliber player and a generous community figure.[2][9]
Key context:
- Senser played for Minnesota starting in 1979 and remains the franchise’s only tight end with more than 1,000 receiving yards in a season.[2]
- After his playing days, he worked as a color commentator for the Vikings radio network and later owned several sports bars.[2]
- Public reports note he suffered a severe stroke earlier in his life and underwent long rehabilitation, which was widely covered by local outlets in the years following his playing career.[1][4][7]
If you’d like, I can pull a few notable tributes or create a quick timeline of his Vikings career and post-football activities.