Bob Heinz, a member of the only undefeated team in NFL history, has died aged 79.Heinz was a member of the 1972 Miami Dolphins team that went 14-0 in the regular season then won three postseason games including Super Bowl VII against the Washington Redskins.He played defensive line on the famed ‘No-Name Defense’, a term coined by Dallas Cowboys head coach Tom Landry regarding the unit’s lack of high-profile players, and won two Super Bowls with the organization during his career.Heinz was drafted in the second round in 1969 out of the University of Pacific and played for the Dolphins until 1977, before finishing his career with one final season in Washington.He appeared in 109 games, starting 55, before becoming an advertising executive in California after retirement.His son, John, told the Miami Herald he died of natural causes on Saturday, October 31 and was diagnosed with heart failure four years ago. Bob Heinz played defensive line for the famous undefeated 1972 Miami Dolphins team Heinz, No.72, was part of the famous ‘No-Name Defense’ that won two Super Bowls’What I loved most about my dad was just his loving good nature,’ John Heinz told the outlet. ‘He was a giant of a person and looked every bit the part of the ‘big tough football player,’ which he of course was. But he was an overwhelmingly kind and caring person – a trait I’ve definitely sought to emulate in my life.’Heinz is survived by his wife of 56 years, Carol and their three children, Julie, Joe and John as well as two grandchildren.An online obituary said: ‘He will be remembered for his friendship, his sense of humor, and his deep love for those closest to him. ‘He enjoyed a good cigar and bourbon, the music of Jimmy Buffett, cheering on the San Francisco Giants, and rooting against any NFL team attempting perfection.’He died the day before the 6-0 Minnesota Vikings, the last undefeated team left this season, were beaten, ensuring the proud 1972 Dolphins record will stand for another year.22 players from the 1972 Dolphins team have now passed away, but those still alive are still celebrating their unique place in history remaining intact.On Sunday, former player Larry Csonka posted a picture of himself with a cigar and a glass of wine on X after the Vikings loss. ‘CONGRATS to the #DetroitLions on the Win and a game well played today,’ he wrote. ‘CHEERS to all my ’72 undefeated teammates and #MiamiDolphin fans on our now 54 year record! Cheers!’Heinz made headlines in 2015 when he sold his Super Bowl VIII ring to a private investor, and it later sold at auction for $68,040.