Dick Butkus, one of the most fearsome linebackers in NFL history, died this Thursday at the age of 80, as confirmed by the Chicago Bears in social networks.
According to a statement issued by the Bears, the team he played for from 1965 to 1973, Butkus’ family confirmed that he died in his sleep during the night at his home in Malibu, California.
Butkus became a Hall of Famer thanks to his stupendous, jaw-dropping tackles that made him one of the most intimidating players in the history of the game. NFL. He was the modern linebacker par excellence, ahead of his time who based his style on displaying a disruptive force that wandered from sideline to sideline and left behind a trail of destroyed opponents.
He was a first-team All-Pro selection five times and made the Pro Bowl in eight of his nine seasons before knee injuries forced him to retire at age 31. Despite a short career, Butkus came to define his position. He routinely ranks among the top 100 players in the NFL.
Playing up his tough guy image, Butkus later acted in movies, television shows, and commercials.
2023-10-06 00:13:55
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