Ernie Accorsi, Hall of Fame NFL executive and former Giants GM, dies at 84

Longtime NFL executive Ernie Accorsi, who built the New York Giants core that won the Super Bowl twice after his retirement has died. He was 84. The Giants and Accorsi’s family announced Sunday that he died Saturday. A cause of death and where Accorsi was when he died were not provided.

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He also became the second GM enshrined in the franchise’s ring of honor. “Ernie helped shape the course of New York Giants history through his vision, leadership and unwavering belief in building a championship organization,” owner John Mara said in a statement. “Beyond his accomplishments as a football executive, he was a trusted advisor and dear friend.