NFL legend Dick Butkus dies at 80

UPDATE

4:14 MP TP -- NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell released A statement on Butkus' death.

"Tail Butkus was A fierce And keen competitor WHO help define THE linebacker position as A of THE of the NFL all the time big. Dick intuition, hardness And Athletics do him THE model linebacker of which name will forever be related has THE position And THE Chicago Bear."

"We Also remember Tail as A long duration lawyer For ancient players, And players has all levels of THE game. THE Tail Butkus Price And her foundation honored realization on THE field And service has THE community among high school, college And NFL linebackers. Tail was A champion of to do the housework sports as her "I Play To do the housework" campaign help increase awareness about THE dangers of steroid to use among high school athletes."

"We send OUR the deepest condolences has THE Butkus family, THE Bear organization And THE a lot Fans And people he impacted all along her life."

3:46 PM TP -- THE Butkus family just released A statement ... saying Tail deceased In her sleep during the night.

"THE Butkus family East gathering with Dick's marry Helene. They appreciate your prayers And support."

THE Bear added ... "Tail was THE ultimate Bear, And A of THE the biggest players In NFL history. He was that of Chicago son. He exuded What OUR great city East about And, not coincidently, What George Halas look at For In A player: hardness, intelligence, instinct, passion And leadership."

THE statement continued ... "He denied has accept Nothing less that THE best Since himself, Or Since her teammates."

"Tail had A gruff manner, And maybe that guard a few people Since approaching him, but he In fact had A soft touch. Her legacy of philanthropy included A assignment of rid performance improve drugs Since sports And promote heart health."

"Her contributions has THE Georgia...