On This Date in Raiders History: Willie Brown inducted into the Hall of Fame

On this date in 1984, 3-time Super Bowl winner Willie Brown was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. View photos of Brown's career in the Silver and Black as we celebrate his induction.

Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Russ Reed/Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Russ Reed/Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Russ Reed/Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Russ Reed/Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Russ Reed/Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Bob Sibilia/Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Norm Fisher/Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Norm Fisher/Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Mickey Elliot/Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Mickey Elliot/Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

Las Vegas Raiders
Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.
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Willie Brown played for the Raiders from 1967-77 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. During his time with Raiders, Brown recorded 39 interceptions and 2 touchdowns and set a then-record with a 75-yard interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XI. After retiring, Brown served as the defensive backs coach from 1979-88.

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