George Bork: key obituary facts
Is George Bork dead? Yes. George Bork died on May 27, 2026, at age 84.
Cause of death: George Bork's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was George Bork known for?
He was an American football player.
More about George Bork
Born: 8 February 1942.
Place of birth: Mount Prospect.
Gender: male.
Occupation: Canadian football player, American football player.
Nationality: United States.
Education: Northern Illinois University, Arlington High School.
George Bork, an American Hall of Fame football player who starred for the Northern Illinois Huskies and later played for the Montreal Alouettes, died on May 28, 2026.
He was 84. Born in Mount Prospect, Illinois, on February 8, 1942, Bork played his early football at Arlington High School before joining Northern Illinois University, where he became one of the school’s most accomplished passers.
In 1962, he set 14 college passing records, and the following season he added 20 more marks, including the distinction of being the first college quarterback at any level to throw for 3,000 yards in a season. He entered the College Football Hall of Fame for his achievements.