The NFL community was shocked and saddened Thursday by the death of Hall of Fame linebacker and Chicago Bears legend Dick Butkus at the age of 80.
Below is a roundup of tributes to the NFL great from players and figures around the league, and beyond:
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— NFL (@NFL) October 5, 2023
Dick Butkus was a legend who embodied what it means to be a Chicago Bear. Our hearts go out to his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/8UEVuuZLwi
— Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) October 5, 2023
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— Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) October 5, 2023
The NFL is mourning the loss of legendary Hall of Famer Dick Butkus. Our thoughts are with his family and the Bears organization. pic.twitter.com/arzssONXMB
— NFL (@NFL) October 5, 2023
"I want to let 'em know that they've been hit…to say, 'must have been Butkus that got me.'"
Rest in peace to a great man, and one of the most ferocious players ever to put on a helmet. pic.twitter.com/YeahO0FfL0
— NFL Films (@NFLFilms) October 5, 2023
Thinking of the Butkus family tonight https://t.co/8G9xFZxxbs
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) October 5, 2023
For 51 ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/dbJAesmMAa
— Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) October 6, 2023
R.I.P Dick Butkus
Was looking over us Tonight— DJ Moore (@idjmoore) October 6, 2023
Dick Butkus wasn’t just one of the greatest football players to ever play the game, he was a remarkable man. He was always there for me when I needed him. Now, these 3 #Bears legends are in heaven, sharing a drink, getting ready to watch the #TNF game from the best seats. Here's… pic.twitter.com/dzKa8n5p7x
— Jarrett Payton (@paytonsun) October 5, 2023
Praying for the entire Butkus family tonight. One of the NFL’s trailblazers who gave his entire heart to the team and community.
— Ryan Shazier (@RyanShazier) October 5, 2023
NFL Hall of Famer and one of the hardest hitting linebackers I’ve ever seen in my lifetime, Dick Butkus, passed away today. May he rest in peace! Cookie and I are praying for his family and loved ones!
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) October 5, 2023
R.I.P. to @ChicagoBears legend and @ProFootballHOF, Dick Butkus pic.twitter.com/tTezybYRR5
— NFL GameDay (@NFLGameDay) October 5, 2023
Rest in peace, Dick Butkus. LEGEND. One of the few whose name was a synonym for “NFL.”
— Jim Irsay (@JimIrsay) October 5, 2023
Legends are forever. RIP Dick Butkus. https://t.co/j3qCSlHkOS
— Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) October 5, 2023
Illinois Football sends its condolence and thoughts to the Butkus family after the passing of Fighting Illini legend Dick Butkus.#Illini // #HTTO // #famILLy pic.twitter.com/b7Mwhh2NSd
— Illinois Football (@IlliniFootball) October 5, 2023
Sending our condolences to the family, friends and fans of legendary Hall of Famer, Dick Butkus.
He will be greatly missed. pic.twitter.com/TVSAWTPxu0
— Chicago White Sox (@whitesox) October 5, 2023
A legend of the game & part of what makes the NFL's oldest rivalry so special.
Sending our condolences to the family & friends of Dick Butkus & the entire @ChicagoBears organization pic.twitter.com/dU7h8TtsWi
— Green Bay Packers (@packers) October 5, 2023
Our thoughts are with Dick Butkus’ family and everyone who has been impacted by his life and legacy. pic.twitter.com/yixCexxlQx
— Indianapolis Colts (@Colts) October 5, 2023
We are saddened to hear of the loss of Dick Butkus, a true NFL legend. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Butkus family and the Bears organization.
— Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers) October 5, 2023
Rest in Peace to a Chicago Legend pic.twitter.com/uN74A7gDqU
— Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) October 6, 2023
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— Las Vegas Raiders (@Raiders) October 6, 2023
Rest in Peace Mr Butkus!
— Khalil Mack (@FiftyDeuce) October 6, 2023
