Butkus died in his sleep overnight, his family said.
Retired Chicago Bears linebacker and Pro Football Hall of Famer Dick Butkus poses for photos on July 8, 1993.Dick Butkus, the legendary Chicago Bears linebacker, has died, his family said. He was 80.
"The Butkus family is gathering with Dick's wife Helen," the statement continued. "They appreciate your prayers and support." "His legacy of philanthropy included a mission of ridding performance enhancing drugs from sports and promoting heart health," McCaskey said in a statement. "His contributions to the game he loved will live forever and we are grateful he was able to be at our home opener this year to be celebrated one last time by his many fans."
Dick Butkus #51 of the Chicago Bears at middle linebacker in a circa early 1970's NFL football game at Soldier field in Chicago.His career totals included 1,020 tackles and 489 assists.
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