A Tribute to Walter Payton
Not exactly new but something old still very worth posting. I can never get tired of watching the man play.
Walter Payton - Chicago Bears
Walter Payton
This page is dedicated to the memory of Walter. On this page you will find a tribute video, highlights, photo gallery, and a look at Walter Payton's lasting legacy with the Chicago Bears.
In 13 seasons with the Chicago Bears from 1975 to 1987, Payton literally rewrote the NFL record book with his ball-carrying feats. He rushed 3,838 times for 16,726 yards and 110 touchdowns-all records. He also caught 492 passes for 4,538 yards and 15 more touchdowns. Altogether, he scored 125 touchdowns, second most ever, and he accounted for a record 21,803 combined net yards.
| Walter Payton's career rushing stats |
| Year | Rush | Yds | Avg | TD |
| 1975 | 196 | 679 | 3.5 | 7 |
| 1976 | 311 | 1390 | 4.5 | 13 |
| 1977 | 339 | 1852 | 5.5 | 14 |
| 1978 | 333 | 1395 | 4.2 | 11 |
| 1979 | 369 | 1610 | 4.4 | 14 |
| 1980 | 317 | 1460 | 4.6 | 6 |
| 1981 | 339 | 1222 | 3.6 | 6 |
| 1982 | 148 | 596 | 4.0 | 1 |
| 1983 | 314 | 1421 | 4.5 | 6 |
| 1984 | 381 | 1684 | 4.4 | 11 |
| 1985 | 324 | 1551 | 4.8 | 9 |
| 1986 | 321 | 1333 | 4.2 | 8 |
| 1987 | 146 | 533 | 3.7 | 4 |
| Totals | Rush | Yds | Avg | TD |
| Career | 3838 | 16726 | 4.4 | 110 |
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