Chicago Bears legendary linebacker and Hall of Famer Dick Butkus has passed away at the age of 80. Butkus was one of the most feared defenders to ever grace a football field.
Pro Football Hall of Famer and legendary Chicago Bears linebacker Dick Butkus has died at the age of 80. The Bears confirmed the death of Butkus via his family. 'The Butkus family confirms that football and entertainment legend Dick Butkus died peacefully in his sleep overnight at home in Malibu, California,' a statement posted on X, formerly Twitter, read. 'The Butkus family is gathering with Dick’s wife Helen. They appreciate your prayers and support.
SUPER BOWL CHAMP JIM MCMAHON SUMS UP BEARS' PERFORMANCE AGAINST CHIEFS IN 1 WORD 'I think Dick put the fear of God into a lot of people,' legendary Bears coach Mike Ditka said about Butkus. Butkus played with ferocity and speed, which the Chicago fans rallied behind. 'When I went out on the field to warm up, I would manufacture things to make me mad,' Butkus once said, per the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
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