Gale Sayers, Chicago Bears Legend and Hall of Famer, Is Dead At Age 77

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Gale Sayers, one of the most electric NFL. players of the 1960s and early 1970s, has died. He was 77 years old.

The Pro Football Hall of Famer was a brilliant running back and returner who spent only seven years in the league, all with the Chicago Bears, from 1965 to 1971.

“All those who love the game of football mourn the loss of one of the greatest to ever play this Game with the passing of Chicago Bears legend Gale Sayers,” Hall of Fame President & CEO David Baker said in a statement. “He was the very essence of a team player – quiet, unassuming and always ready to compliment a teammate for a key block. Gale was an extraordinary man who overcame a great deal of adversity during his NFL career and life.”

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/gale-sayers-dies_n_5f6b4e78c5b6718910f3d363

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1. Before my time but an icon here in Chicago RIP

[world wide wally]

2. And a super good guy. So down to Earth and humble.

[BeyondGeography]

3. I remember trying not to cry watching Brian's Song

Back in the macho era. Well, that was impossible. Then I snuck a peak at my father and even he was crying.

Sayers was a just beautiful human being, on and off the field.

RIP.

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4. He also demonstrated against racial injustice in the 1960s.

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Rest In Power, Gale Sayers.