Gale Sayers
American Football Player, Hall of Famer
Born
May 30th, 1943
81 years ago
Died
2020
5 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional American football player made a significant impact in the NFL as a running back for the Chicago Bears. Played from 1965 to 1971, achieving five Pro Bowl selections and leading the league in rushing in 1966. Sayers was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1977 at the age of 34, becoming the youngest player to receive this honor. Beyond athletic accomplishments, he engaged in philanthropy and contributed to various charitable causes.
Inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1977
Won Rookie of the Year in 1965
Led NFL in rushing yards in 1966
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