linebacker

Dick Butkus, marauding Hall of Fame Chicago Bears linebacker, dies aged 80

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Dick Butkus, legendary Hall of Fame linebacker for the Chicago Bears, passes away at 80 Dick Butkus, a legendary NFL player known for his fierce playing style as a middle linebacker for the Chicago Bears, has died at the age of 80. Butkus was a five-time All-Pro and eight-time Pro Bowler known for his bone-rattling … Read more

The Cowboys are waiving linebacker Jabril Cox

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Cowboys Announce Waiver of Linebacker Jabril Cox The Dallas Cowboys have waived linebacker Jabril Cox, surprising many fans and analysts. The team is currently short on linebacker depth after DeMarvion Overshown’s torn ACL. While some believe Cox could join the practice squad if he clears waivers, the Cowboys seem to have confidence in other alternative … Read more

Maxie Baughan, Eagles and Rams star linebacker who made nine Pro Bowls and won an NFL title, dies at 85

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85-year-old Maxie Baughan, celebrated linebacker for the Eagles and Rams, passes away; leaves behind a legacy of nine Pro Bowl appearances and an NFL championship Maxie Baughan, one of the NFL’s top linebackers in the 1960s, passed away at the age of 85. Baughan played 12 seasons in the NFL, earning Pro Bowl nods for … Read more