Former NFL player Manny Fernandez, a defensive lineman who helped the Miami Dolphins win two Super Bowls on the undefeated 1972 team, has died at the age of 79.

Manny Fernandez played a major role as a defensive lineman for the Miami Dolphins during their most successful period. He was part of the 1972 team that achieved the rare feat of going through the entire season without a loss. Fernandez contributed to two Super Bowl wins for the franchise. His skills on the field helped shape the team's strong defense in those years. The passing of Fernandez at 79 years old brings an end to the life of a player remembered for his part in one of the greatest seasons in NFL history.