Karl Henke (March 8, 1945 â August 21, 2025) was an American professional football defensive end and defensive tackle. He played for the New York Jets in 1968 and Boston Patriots in 1969.
Henke was born and raised in Ventura, California, where he starred in football and track, first for Ventura High School and then Ventura College. He transferred to the University of Tulsa, where he continued to be a standout football player and track athlete. In 1990, Henke was inducted into the Ventura County Sports Hall of Fame.
Henke died on August 25, 2025, at the age of 80.