India, May 26 -- The Miami Dolphins family is mourning the loss of one of the franchise's legendary figures from its iconic 1970s era. Known for their toughness, discipline, and relentless style under head coach Don Shula, those historic Dolphins teams built a dynasty that still holds a special place in NFL history. Now, one of the standout names from that unforgettable period, Manny Fernandez, has sadly passed away at the age of 79.

Fernandez, a dominant defensive lineman and a key part of Miami's famous "No Name Defense," played a major role in helping the Dolphins capture back-to-back Super Bowl titles in 1972 and 1973. The franchise confirmed his passing on social media Tuesday morning, as tributes quickly began pouring in for the Ri...