Tennesse Titans owner, K.S. "Bud" Adams Jr. passed away of natural causes at th age of 90 in his Houston home on Monday, Titans Team reported.
Considered as one of the most influential "architects" of professional football, fifty-four years ago, Bud Adams co-founded the American Football League (AFL) and during a joint press released with Lamar Hunt, both announced the formation of the league.
"Buffalo Bills owner Ralph Wilson now is the last remaining owner and founder of that group, having been with the Bills since their inception in 1960," NFL reported.
"Bud Adams played a pivotal role in the growth of pro football as a pioneer and innovator," NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said in a statement. "As a founding owner of the American Football League that began play in 1960, Bud saw the potential of pro football and brought the game to new cities and new heights of popularity, first in Houston and then in Nashville.
"He was a brilliant entrepreneur with a terrific sense of humor that helped lighten many a tense meeting. His commitment to the best interests of the game and league was unwavering, and his personal along with the team's impact in community relations and philanthropy set a standard for the NFL. Bud was truly a gift to the NFL. We extend our deepest sympathy to his daughters Susan and Amy, and the entire family."
He is survived by tow daughters, Susie Smith and Amy Strunk. Adam's only son, Kenneth S. Adams III, is deceased.
Adams was the longest tenured owner in the NFL.
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