Richard J. Butkus, "Dick", was born in Chicago, Illinois, December 9,
1942. He graduated from the University of Illinois where he was a two
time All- American line backer. A first round draft pick of the Chicago
Bears, Dick played for them from 1965-1973, and was named All-Pro
linebacker seven times. Mr. Butkus was elected into the NFL "Football
Hall of Fame" at Canton, Ohio. Many football gurus consider Dick
Butkus the finest linebacker in the history of football.