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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

Charles decided to concentrate on the Johnny Unitas title.

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

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