More than a quarter of century after his retirement there remains the Butkus image, one of the middle linebacker wrapping up a running back and viciously slamming him to the ground like an ...

Butkus is survived by his wife, Helen, and three children, Ricky, Matt, and Nikki. Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE ...

ChicagoBears.com documents the organization's tribute to Hall of Fame linebacker Dick Butkus during the team's Week 6 game against the Minnesota Vikings at Soldier Field. Hall of Fame linebacker Dick ...