Allen Davis, an American football coach and executive, was born on July 4, 1929 in Brockton, Massachusetts. From 1972 until his death in 2011, he was the major owner and general manager of the Oakland Raiders of the National Football League (NFL).

Prior to becoming the Raiders’ major owner, he served as the team’s head coach from 1963 to 1965 and as a part owner from 1966 to 1971, all when the Raiders were still in the American Football League (AFL). In 1966, he was also the commissioner of the American Football League.

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How old was Al Davis?

Al Davis was 82 when he passed on.

Who was Al Davis’ wife?

Carol Davis is the widow of Al Davis, the long-time Raiders owner. In 1954, the couple married.

How did Al Davis afford to buy the Raiders?

According to Forbes, Davis purchased a 10% stake in the Oakland Raiders for $18,500 in 1966, or a little more than $147,000 adjusted for inflation. By doing so, Davis gained access to the part of the Raiders organization that he really wanted: rebuilding.

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