Guide Note

Walter Payton was a Pro Bowl, Hall of Fame running back for the Chicago Bears. Payton broke numerous NFL records during his 13-year career.

Fast Facts

Full name: Walter Jerry Payton
Born: July 25, 1954
Birthplace: Columbia, Mississippi
Died: November 1, 1999
College: Jackson State University
NFL Draft: Fourth overall in 1975 (Chicago Bears)
Nine-time Pro Bowl selection
1977 NFL MVP
Super Bowl XX champion
Height: 5'10"
Weight: 200 lbs
Jersey: #34

NFL Career

Walter Payton began his NFL career after being drafted by the Bears in 1975. After a sub-par rookie season, Payton rushed for over 1,300 yards and scored 13 touchdowns in his second season. He was elected to his first Pro Bowl and was named MVP of the game. The next season, Payton won the league MVP award after rushing for over 1,800 yards and 16 total touchdowns. Payton finally won a Super Bowl title after the 1985 season that saw the Bears finish 15-1.¹

After retiring at the conclusion of the 1987 season, Payton's jersey number was retired by the Bears. He was also inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1993. Walter Payton died on November 1, 1999 after battling a rare liver disease.

Career Stats

Carries: 3,838
Rushing yards: 16,726
Average: 4.4
Touchdowns: 110

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Walter Payton

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Pro Football Hall of Fame: Walter Payton
Official Charity: Walter Payton Cancer Fund
Walter and Connie Payton Foundation: Payton34.com
Wikipedia: Walter Payton
ESPN.com: Sweetness ran and ran and ran
Official Site of the Chicago Bears: Walter Payton
ESPN.com: NFL's all-time leading rusher dies at 45 (November 6, 1999)

Walter Payton Vital Stats

Mahalo's Guide to the Chicago Bears
Pro-Football Reference.com : Career Stats
- Height: 5-10
- Weight: 200
- Rookie Year: 1975

Walter Payton Timeline

July 25, 1954: Born
1976: First of nine Pro Bowl Appearances
1977: AP Offensive Player of the Year
1985: Super Bowl Champion with Chicago Bears
1993: Elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame
1994: NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team
November 1, 1999: Passes away from Liver Cancer

Walter Payton Fan Sites, Blogs and Bios

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Walter Payton Photos

Time Magazine Cover: William Perry & Walter Payton
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Walter Payton Videos

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Walter Payton News and Articles

The Sporting News: Walter Payton Q&A (1993)
The Sporting News: Walter Payton dead at 45
CNNSI.com: Doctor says Walter Payton needs liver transplant (1999)
Slam Football: WALTER PAYTON Tribute
ESPN.com: ESPN 25 - 31: Payton breaks Brown's NFL career rushing record
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Walter Payton Merchandise

Walter & Connie Payton Foundation: Online Store
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