Grant began his football career as a player in 1951, when he was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles. He played for the Eagles for two seasons before being traded to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football League. Grant played for the Blue Bombers for ten seasons, and was named an All-Star in each of those ten years. He was also named the CFL's Most Outstanding Player in 1956.
In 1957, Grant retired from playing and began his coaching career. He was hired as the head coach of the Blue Bombers, and led them to four Grey Cup championships in his nine seasons with the team. In 1967, Grant was hired as the head coach of the Minnesota Vikings, and he led them to four Super Bowl appearances in his 18 seasons with the team.
Grant was also a successful executive, serving as the general manager of the Vikings from 1985 to 1991. During his tenure, the Vikings won three division titles and made two Super Bowl appearances.
Grant was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1994, and his name is still revered in the football world. He was known for his innovative offensive strategies, his ability to motivate his players, and his commitment to excellence. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest coaches in NFL history.
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