The great "Kansas Comet," the legendary Chicago Bears halfback, the author of the book that inspired the movie Brian's Song, the one and only Gale Sayers has passed away at the age of 77. The grid iron legend had suffered from dementia in his latter years.
Not only was he an outstanding halfback he was a dangerous return man as the highlights demonstrate!
His NFL career shortened by wear and tear was filled with accomplishments.
1965 NFL Rookie of the Year
NFL Rushing Leader 1966 and 1969
Four Time Pro Bowler 1965, 1966, 1967 and 1969
Five time First Team All Pro 1965-1969
NFL Comeback Player of the Year in 1969
The youngest person to be enshrined in the NFL Hall of Fame
His #40 jersey retired by the Chicago Bears
His six touchdown game...
Here the Comet runs for a 99 yard touchdown in college...
He played three seasons for the Kansas Jayhawks. Gale was a two time All American, he was all conference all three seasons and his #48 is retired.
He leaves a legacy of success in life and on the football field.
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He played for the Bears, of course, so we got to watch all of the highlights of his career. One afternoon, I saw him return a kick for a touchdown, all the while carrying the ball like a quarterback about to pass.
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