Frank Wycheck, the Tennessee Titans tight end famed for the “Music City Miracle,” died at age 52. On December 9, 2023, Wycheck experienced a fatal fall at his home in Chattanooga, Tennessee, hitting his head, and was found unresponsive later.
Wycheck’s 11-year NFL tenure began in 1993 in Washington, transitioning to the Houston Oilers and ultimately the Tennessee Titans. His achievements with the Titans are legendary in the NFL community.
His career is marked by three Pro Bowl appearances (1998-2000), and at retirement, he was the fourth-highest tight end in receptions. Wycheck’s stats boast 5,126 receiving yards and 28 touchdowns in 155 games. His legacy includes inductions into the Titans’ Ring of Honor and the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame.
The “Music City Miracle” in the 1999 playoffs against the Buffalo Bills remains a high point, where his lateral led to a decisive touchdown. Post-NFL, Wycheck pursued sports radio but retired in 2017 due to health issues from head injuries.
Titans owner Amy Adams Strunk mourned Wycheck’s passing, celebrating his immense contributions and beloved status.
Survived by his two daughters and three grandchildren, Wycheck’s legacy endures in NFL history.
