Walter Payton
Football Player

Walter Payton Net Worth

Walter Payton was an American football running back who played for the Chicago Bears for 13 years. He was born on July 25, 1954 in Columbia, MS. During his career, he broke NFL records for the most rushing yards, carries, and touchdowns. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1993.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day July 25, 1954
Birth Place Columbia, MS
Age 66 YEARS OLD
Died On Nov 1, 1999 (age 45)
Birth Sign Leo

💰 Net worth: $3 Million (2024)

About

Running back who broke NFL records for the most rushing yards, carries, and touchdowns during his 13-year career with the Chicago Bears.

Before Fame

He was a Boy Scout, a choir singer, and a marching band and jazz band Drummer who didn't try out for the high school football team his sophomore year because he wanted to avoid competing with his brother Eddie. 

Trivia

He was known as Sweetness and after his death in 1999, the NFL's Man of the Year award - given to one player each season for their volunteer and charity work - was named in his honor.

Family Life

He married Connie Payton in 1976. His son Jarrett played running back at the University of Miami. Walter also had a daughter named Brittney.

Associated With

He broke the record of most NFL rushing yards, which was formerly held by O.J. Simpson.

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