Chuck Muncie, a former three time All-Pro running back, died at the age of 60 from a heart attack, according to reports from Adam Schefter at ESPN.com.
The running back was known for his power and before playing in the NFL he was a star at California and came in second place as a senior in the Heisman voting. Muncie was selected third by the New Orleans Saints in the 1976 NFL Draft and he put up some great numbers over his career despite dealing with some personal issues. In 1979 he rushed for 1,198 yards and 11 touchdowns and caught 40 passes and after a few seasons with the Saints he was traded.
Once Muncie was dealt to the Chargers he turned out even better and was first in the NFL with 19 touchdowns in 1981 and he also was great for the team in the playoffs, rushing for over 120 yards in a win over the Dolphins and he gained nearly 100 the next week against the Bengals after losing 27-7 in the AFC Championship Game.
Muncie dealt with personal issues and he was suspended in 1984 by Commissioner Pete Rozelle after testing positive for cocaine and despite coming back with the Vikings, he was never the same and quit soon after. A few years later he was sentenced to just under two years in prison for selling cocaine, but later in life he started working to help at risk kids and also to council adults with drug addiction issues. He also tried to help out his former school with any issues when a player needed it.
"Whenever we call, he makes himself available," Dr. Bill Coysh said. "That's what's incredible about him. This is not a paid position. He does it because that's how he is."
