Frank Buncom

Frank James Buncom, Jr. (November 2, 1939–September 14, 1969) was an American football linebacker in the American Football League (AFL).

High school career
Buncom prepped at Dorsey High School in Los Angeles.

College career
Buncom played college football in the University of Southern California.

Professional career
Buncom played for seven seasons in the AFL with the San Diego Chargers (1962-1967) and the Cincinnati Bengals (1968). He was a three time AFL All-Star, in 1964, 1965, and 1967. He is a member of the Chargers Hall of Fame. He died in 1969 in his sleep the night before the Bengals' opening game.