RIP Bears great Dick Butkus

[*pally*]

One of the NFL's prototypical linebackers Dick Butkus died overnight in his sleep at age 80.

The Chicago Bears play the Commanders tonite

May he rest in peace

Dick Butkus, one of the best and most intimidating defensive players in NFL history, has died, the Bears announced. He was 80. pic.twitter.com/ooul5XtIUN

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 5, 2023