BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Former Alabama and New York Jets punter Greg Gantt, who may be best known for having two punts blocked in a 17-16 loss to Auburn in 1972, has died.
His sister, Patricia Gantt, said Gantt died Wednesday of complications from heart disease and diabetes. He was 59.
Gantt led the Southeastern Conference in punting for three seasons and also kicked long field goals for the Crimson Tide. He is tied with two other kickers for the longest field goal in Cotton Bowl history, a 50-yarder against Texas in 1973. He punted for two seasons with the Jets.
Patricia Gantt said that at first it bothered her brother that he was possibly best remembered for the two punts blocked and returned for touchdowns in the "Punt, 'Bama, Punt" game.