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The Chicago Bears lost a key player in their history with the death of former quarterback Bob Avellini Saturday. Avellini was the team’s starting quarterback from 1975 through 1978, and he played nine years with the team before the end of his career after the 1984 season.

Chicago Bears News / Field Level Media / May 5

Former Bears QB Bob Avellini dies at age 70

Former Chicago Bears quarterback Bob Avellini, who helped lead the team to the 1977 NFL playoffs after a 14-year drought, died at age 70, the team announced.

NFL News / Pro Football Talk / May 5

Former Bears quarterback Bob Avellini dies at 70

Former Bears quarterback Bob Avellini died on Saturday at the age of 70. Avellini joined the Bears as a 1975 sixth-round pick — Walter Payton was Chicago's first-round pick that year — and started four games during his rookie season.

Chicago Bears News / Bears Wire / May 5

Former Bears QB Bob Avellini has passed away

Former Chicago Bears quarterback Bob Avellini passed away Saturday at the age of 70. Avellini, a former sixth-round pick in 1975, spent 10 years in Chicago.

NFL News / ESPN / May 5

Avellini, Bears QB who teamed with Payton, dies

Bob Avellini, the former Bears QB who teamed with Hall of Fame running back Walter Payton to lead the Bears to the 1977 playoffs, has died. He was 70.

Chicago Bears News / Windy City Gridiron / May 4

Former Bears Quarterback Bob Avellini Has Passed Away

Avellini appeared in 73 games for the Bears. Bob Avellini, the former Chicago Bears quarterback who helped lead the team to the playoffs in 1977, has passed away.

Chicago Bears News / FanNation Bear Digest / May 2

Gov. Pritzker Gives Bears Stadium Idea the Old Stiff-Arm

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker gave the Bears a stiff-arm nearly as good as those Walter Payton used to put on approaching tacklers. Pritzker did not even

Dallas Cowboys News / CBSSports.com / April 19

Cowboys' Troy Aikman and Dak Prescott carry on Walter Payton Man of Year legacy

Aikman and Prescott ensure they still give back to the Dallas community after earning league's top honor

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / March 9

Cam Heyward Takes Bigger Role with NFLPA

In February, Pittsburgh Steelers defensive captain Cam Heyward won the NFL’s most prestigious honor, earning the lifetime achievement award that is the NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / A to Z Sports / February 26

Cam Heyward sends a clear message to the Steelers via social media

Pittsburgh Steelers DT Cam Heyward is going to go down as one of the best to ever dawn the black and gold. A Pro Bowler, All-Pro, and now Walter Payton

NFL News / FanNation Saints News Network / February 13

Former New Orleans Saints Legend Craig 'Ironhead' Heyward's Son Honored As Walter Payton NFL Man Of The Year

The NFL announced today that Pittsburgh Steelers Defensive Tackle Cameron Heyward has been selected as the 2023 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year. The

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / February 10

Will Steelers Let Cam Heyward Wear WPMOY Jersey Patch?

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Cam Heyward won the NFL’s most prestigious individual award on Thursday, claiming the NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year Award for on-field excellence and off-the-field dedication for philanthropy and service.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / FanNation All Steelers / February 9

Steelers Legend Surprises Cam Heyward After Walter Payton Award

Cam Heyward's celebratory press conference after he was named 2023 Walter Payton Man of the Year was led off with a question asked by "Joe from Vegas," who wanted to know what it felt like for Heyward to become the fourth Pittsburgh Steelers player to ever win the award. “It’s unbelievable.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / FanNation All Steelers / February 9

Steelers' Cam Heyward Details Plan for Walter Payton Winnings

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Cameron Heyward earned one of the highest honors an NFL player can this week, when he was named the 2023 NFL Walter

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / February 9

Steelers’ Cam Heyward Delivers Heartwarming Message To Fans After Receiving The Walter Payton Man Of The Year Award

The Pittsburgh Steelers star defensive tackle of, Cam Heyward, has been honored as the 2023 NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year. Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / February 8

Steelers’ Cam Heyward Recognized As The NFL Walter Payton Man Of The Year

Pittsburgh Steelers star defensive tackle, Cam Heyward was recognized as the 2023 NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year on Thursday night. As the longstanding captain of the Steelers team, Heyward's win exemplifies his remarkable contributions both on and off the field.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / February 8

Steelers DT Cam Heyward Wins NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year

After coming up short five previous times, Steelers defensive tackle Cam Heyward finally won the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award at NFL Honors on Thursday night, per Aaron Wilson of KPRC-TV.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / FanNation Jaguar Report / December 5

Jaguars Nominate Dawaune Smoot For Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive lineman Dawaune Smoot has long been one of the franchise's most respected players. Now, the veteran is earning the recognition for it.

New England Patriots News / FanNation Patriot Maven / December 5

Patriots Reveal Nominee for NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year Award

The New England Patriots announced Jonathan Jones as its 2023 nominee for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award. The award is the league’s most

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 5

NFL Announces 32 Nominees For 2024 Walter Payton Man Of The Year Award

The NFL announced 32 nominees for the Walter Payton Man of the Year award, which honors the player who represents the league’s commitment to philanthropy and community impact. The award was established in 1979 and renamed in 1999 to honor former Chicago Bears RB Walter Payton who had passed away that year.