Hall of Fame coach and broadcaster John Madden died unexpec
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Hall of Fame coach and broadcaster John Maddendied unexpectedly on Tuesday morning, .He was 85 years old."On behalf of the entire NFL family, we extend our condolences to Virginia, Mike, Joe and their families," NFL commi sioner Roger Goodellsaid as part of the league's statement."We all know him as the Hall of Fame coach of the Oakland Raiders and broadcaster who worked for every major network, but more than anything, he was a Mark Barron Jersey devoted husband, father and grandfather."Nobody loved football more than Coach.Hewasfootball.He was an incredible sounding board to me and so many others. There will never be another John Madden, and we will forever be indebted to him for all he did to make football and the NFL what it is today."MORE: In 1967, Madden joined the Oakland Raiders as a linebackers coach. He later earned the head coaching job for the Raiders at 32 years old. Madden coached the Raiders for 10 seasons, finishing with a 103-32-7 record. The team won John Kelly Jersey seven Western Division titles during that stretch, andMaddennever had a losing season with the team.The Raiders won Super Bowl 11 under Madden, beating the Vikings 32-14 in the final game of the 1976 season. Madden wasinducted to the NFL Hall of Fame in 2006."The Raiders Family is deeply saddened by the pa sing of the legendary John Madden," . "Few individuals meant as much to the growth and popularity of profe sional football as Coach Madden, whose impact on the game both on and off the field was immeasurable."After his retirement from coaching, Madden moved on to become a broadcaster in 1979. In 1981,he began his22-year partnership with TV play-by-play announcer Pat Summerall. The duo went on to becomeone of the most Brian Allen Jersey popularcommentating pairs in sportshistory.Madden also helped launch the "Madden NFL" video gameback in 1988, a series that has continued to come out every year since.Here are some of the reactions from the sports world regarding Madden's pa sing:Cowboys owner Jerry Jones: I am not aware of anyone who has made a more meaningful impact on the National Football League than John Madden, and I know of no one who loved the game more. Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) Rip John Madden MaddMaxx (@CrosbyMaxx) RIP John MaddenHe was an icon as a football coach, broadcaster and innovator of the Madden game. Thoroughly enjoyed the Fox special on him last weekend Jay Feely (@jayfeely) An icon to the game of footballRest In Peace Adrian Peterson (@AdrianPeterson) Absolute legend amongst legends.Rest In Peace Mr. Madden. JJ Watt (@JJWatt) Rest In Peace to a Legend! Prayers to the Madden Family. Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) R.I.P Darius Slay (@bigplay24slay) I hope John & Pat are calling a game somewhere chris long (@JOEL9ONE) OMG the greatest analyst of all time of any sport pa sed today - JOHN MADDEN - In the world of TV it doesnt get any better than Coach Madden - legend -icon & GOAT / Pls May Coach Madden RIP ! Dick Vitale (@DickieV) John Madden was as instrumental to the Ramik Wilson Jersey growth of pro football the last half century as absolutely anyone. His love for the game was infectious, his commentary insightful, his personality larger than life. And he was a hell of a coach. RIP Coach, thanks for a lifetime of Sundays. Mike Greenberg (@Espngreeny) When you think NFL football, you think John Madden.RIP to a Legend. Julian Edelman (@Edelman11) Rest in Paradise To the John Madden!!!! Your legacy will continue to live on !!!!! LeBron James (@KingJames) RIP to an incredible man and coach, John Madden. My thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones and Raider Nation Jerome Bettis (@JeromeBettis36) John Madden was a treasure. He was a gift. And he was an incredible friend.RIP John Troy Aikman (@TroyAikman) We lost a great coach, man and legend. Thanks for the one of most distinctive voices in all the Dominique Easley Jersey sports. Also thank you for recognizing and respecting my gift. RIP Little Giants Emmitt Smith (@EmmittSmith22)
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