Some sad news coming out of the football world.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame confirmed that legendary Chicago Bears running back Gale Sayers has died after enduring a lengthy battle with dementia. He was 77 at the time of his death.
“He was the very essence of a team player — quiet, unassuming and always ready to compliment a teammate for a key block,” said Hall of Fame President David Baker.
“Gale was an extraordinary man who overcame a great deal of adversity during his NFL career and life.”
Known on the field as “The Kansas Comet” spent his entire seven-year career with the Bears from 1965-1971. During that limited time, he managed to make four Pro Bowls, was a five-time First-team All-Pro and a two-time NFL rushing yards leader.
He also holds at least 20 Bears franchise records in a variety of categories, including most rushing touchdowns in a season, and most all-purpose yards in a single season.