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Walter Payton

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Position: RB
Date of Birth: July 25, 1954
Height / Weight: 5'10" / 200 lbs
First Team: CHI (1975)
Last Team: CHI (1987)

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Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Walter Payton: Career History

Position: Running Back (RB)
Date of Birth: July 25, 1954
Team: Chicago Bears (CHI)
Years Active: 1975 - 1987

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Super Bowl Champion: 1985 (XX)
  • NFL Most Valuable Player: 1977
  • NFL Offensive Player of the Year: 1977, 1978
  • 9× Pro Bowl Selection: 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1983, 1984
  • 5× First-Team All-Pro: 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1981
  • Second-Team All-Pro: 1980, 1982
  • 1970s All-Decade Team
  • 1980s All-Decade Team
  • Member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame: Inducted in 1993
  • Chicago Bears All-Time Leading Rusher: Held the record for rushing yards for 23 years
  • Career Rushing Yards: 16,726 (2nd all-time at retirement)
  • Career Touchdowns: 125 (including rushing and receiving)

Legacy

Walter Payton, often referred to as "Sweetness," is celebrated not only for his remarkable athletic abilities but also for his character and contributions off the field. He was known for his work ethic, versatility, and sportsmanship. Payton was a pioneer for future generations of running backs and remains an icon in NFL history. His philanthropic efforts, especially through the Walter Payton Foundation, continue to impact communities positively. Walter Payton passed away on November 1, 1999, but his legacy endures as one of the greatest players in NFL history.

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