Walter Jerry Payton (July 25, 1953 [notes 1] – November 1, 1999) was an American professional football running back who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 13 seasons with the Chicago Bears.

Apr 2, 2014 · Nicknamed "Sweetness," Walter Payton was a star running back for the Chicago Bears, establishing multiple records and earning nine Pro Bowl selections during his Hall of Fame career.

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Jun 28, 2020 · Walter Payton passed away on November 1, 1999, at the age of 45. Soon after his death, the NFL added Walter Payton’s name to its annual Man of the Year Award, an honor given to a player that makes a significant impact in his community, which Payton certainly did in his life.

Walter Payton (born July 25, 1954, Columbia, Mississippi, U.S.—died November 1, 1999, Barrington, Illinois) was an American professional gridiron football player whose productivity and durability made him one of the game’s greatest running backs.

Walter Payton, the Chicago Bears’ first-round selection and the fourth player taken overall in the 1975 NFL Draft, developed into a pro football phenom during his 13-season NFL career from 1975 to 1987.

2 days ago · Had we been in Atlanta's spot, we'd have chosen Walter Payton. We thought that much of him." Payton spent his entire 13-year NFL career with the Bears from 1975-87, missing just one game and retiring as the league's all-time leading rusher with 16,726 yards. He was voted to nine Pro Bowls—second to Mike Singletary's 10 in Bears history—set ...

Apr 15, 2022 · Walter Payton was a man among boys during his 13 year NFL career. After a stellar career with Chicago, Payton died of cancer in 1999. This is his story.

Dec 5, 2024 · New this year, the NFL, Nationwide and Omaha Productions are teaming up to air a one-hour special on ESPN highlighting the off-field efforts of several Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year...

Known as one of the best players in the history of the NFL, Payton was a nine-time Pro Bowl selectee, and held records for career rushing yards, touchdowns, carries, yards from scrimmage, and all-purpose yards. He first gained national attention as a halfback while playing for the Jackson State University.