This biography of Merlin Olsen, one of the greatest football players of all time, tells the story of his remarkable career. From his humble beginnings in Utah to his Hall of Fame induction, Olsen's life is an inspiring tale of hard work, dedication,
Merlin Jay Olsen was an American professional football player, announcer, and actor. For his entire 15-year professional football career, he was a defensive tackle with the Los Angeles Rams in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected to play in the Pro Bowl 14 times — every year but his last. The only other football players to have matched or exceeded that number are Bruce Matthews, Tony Gonzalez, Peyton Manning, and Tom Brady, who is the only NFL player to have played more times in the Pro Bowl, with 15 selections.