New England Patriots Alumni - Join us in wishing Russ Francis a happy birthday! Francis was chosen by New England with the 16th overall pick in the 1975 draft. He went on
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Russ Francis, Former New England Patriots Tight End, Dies at 70 - Sports Illustrated New England Patriots News, Analysis and More
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