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Butkus, Dick

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Butkus, Dick

 in full Richard J. Butkus

(born Dec. 9, 1942, Chicago, Ill., U.S.) U.S. football player. He played for the University of Illinois before joining the Chicago Bears (1965–73). He became known for his aggression and toughness on the field as much as for his playmaking ability. His career was shortened by injuries; after retirement he became active in television and sports promotion. Butkus is considered among the best middle linebackers of all time.


Butkus, (Richard Marvin) Dick (1942–  ) football player; born in Chicago. An aggressive, 245-pound linebacker, he was chosen All-America at the University of Illinois (1963–64) and All-NFL (National Football League) seven times in nine years with the Chicago Bears (1965–73).


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