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Unitas

American  
[yoo-nahy-tuhs] / juˈnaɪ təs /

noun

  1. John Constantine JohnnyJohnny U, 1933–2002, U.S. football player.


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Few of the 64,185 fans in attendance knew what would happen next; not even the Colts’ quarterback, Johnny Unitas, had any idea.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 6, 2026

In keeping with his fearless playing style, Tarkenton dived in with abandon, using his opening monologue to unflinchingly belt out a version of “Feelings” that was flat as a Johnny Unitas haircut.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 10, 2024

Dubbed “Mr. Oriole,” he was a sports hero in Charm City, in the pantheon with former Colts quarterback Johnny Unitas and Orioles infielder Cal Ripken, who performed for a different generation.

From Seattle Times Sep. 26, 2023

Robin Moss, the chief executive of Unitas Youth Zone in Barnet, part of OnSide, told the BBC there was huge demand for places over the summer.

From BBC Jul. 26, 2023

Then, savoring the moment, he picked up the book and read the title out loud: “In the Pocket: Johnny Unitas and Me.”

From "Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library" by Chris Grabenstein

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