For all the stories of Butkus’ up-and-down relationship with Papa Bear George Halas over contract negotiations, many in the crowd were moved when he shared his deepest feelings about one of the NFL’s founders. “My first impression with George Halas was, for me, was I’ve reached the ultimate. “I was so excited the first time he (Ditka) walked in the room and I had no idea who coach Ditka was. “He never worked out, and you know the funny thing, he used to tip that Tennessee Whiskey a little bit. .’“He was without a doubt the closest thing to Superman, stronger than all get out and he never did anything.

Source: Daily Sun June 09, 2019 02:48 UTC