Thread: Chicago Bears' Hall of Fame running back Gale Sayers dies at age 77

Former Chicago Bears star Gale Sayers, considered one of the greatest running backs in the history of the NFL despite a career cut short by knee injuries, has died at age 77 after living with dementia.

Known as the "Kansas Comet," Sayers was voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1977 despite playing just seven seasons, all with the Bears. At 34, he was the youngest player ever inducted.

"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 and 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."

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RIP Gale

Rip

RIP - sad news.

Brian's Song is one hellofa movie.

He will be reunited with Brian Piccolo. Tonight, I’m gonna watch “Brian’s Song” movie to honor them. Rest In Paradise, Sayers

What a shame that videotape didn't exist back in the mid-60s because nobody knows how Sayers dominated games with his speed and quick-twitch moves. He was a generational talent. If you can get your hands on that 6-TD gem he played against the 49ers on a cold, sloppy Wrigley Field, get it. He made everybody miss no matter how close or far they were from him. Unfortunately, his knees were torn up after a couple of years and he no longer had the lightning anymore. RIP. Classy and great player.

(UPDATE: Here are the 6 TDs in one game: Unfortunately, NFL Films loves to slow everything down so you don't realize how fast he's moving. Like one person comments in the film: "The defenders were just traffic cones out there")

He was one of those 'this is why we even care about football to begin with' players. RIP