Pro Football Hall of Famer Len Dawson has died at the age of 87, according to his family.

Dawson led the Kansas City Chiefs to a victory in Super Bowl IV. He was elected to Canton as a player a broadcaster.

"With wife Linda at his side, it is with much sadness that we inform you of the passing of our beloved Len Dawson," the family said in a statement to KMBC in Kansas City. "He was a wonderful husband, father, brother and friend. Len was always grateful and many times overwhelmed by the countless bonds he made during his football and broadcast careers.

"He loved Kansas City and no matter where his travels took him, he could not wait to return home."