An original Cincinnati Bengal who is also credited with helping shape the modern tight end position, Bob Trumpy, has died.

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Trumpy, a native of Utah, played for the Bengals from the team's inaugural season in 1968 through 1977.

“I’ve known Bob since we started here and he had an extraordinary career as both a player and a broadcaster,” said Bengals president Mike Brown in a statement. “He was an exceptional and rare tight end who could get downfield and split zone coverages. Speed was his hallmark. He was as fast as any wide receiver and was a deep threat. That was rare for a tight end then and it’s

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