Sports world reacts to death of John Madden
Following news football pioneer John Madden died Tuesday at age 85, the sports world shared tributes to honor the former NFL coach, broadcaster, and video-game personality.
The NFL is saddened to share the passing of the legendary John Madden. He was 85. pic.twitter.com/MxLFYLfY8k
— NFL (@NFL) December 29, 2021
The Raiders Family is deeply saddened by the passing of the legendary John Madden.
— Las Vegas Raiders (@Raiders) December 29, 2021
Statement » https://t.co/9Drm7UNvf6 pic.twitter.com/HA0GDGPN46
The football world today is celebrating the life of John Madden, a man whose relentless passion for the game & unique career will leave an indelible mark on the sport forever. A member of the Class of 2006, Madden died Tuesday. He was 85.
— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) December 29, 2021
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A statement on the great John Madden from @nflcommish. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/HwUm8eT8rr
— NFL (@NFL) December 29, 2021
Thanks, Coach pic.twitter.com/jGx8aVdRPj
— Madden NFL 22 (@EAMaddenNFL) December 29, 2021
"Tonight I light the torch in honor of and tribute to John Madden and Al Davis, who declared that the fire that burns the brightest in the Raiders Organization is the will to win."
— Las Vegas Raiders (@Raiders) December 29, 2021
Owner Mark Davis honors John Madden at 6 pm, the original kickoff time for Monday Night Football. pic.twitter.com/pTTJ7z0o52
John Madden was a treasure. He was a gift. And he was an incredible friend.
— Troy Aikman (@TroyAikman) December 29, 2021
RIP John🙏🏼
We lost a larger than life legend in John Madden. My career was narrated by “Coach”, one of the best in the game.
— Brett Favre (@BrettFavre) December 29, 2021
I’ll always remember our pre-game mtgs, when we laughed & talked about anything but football. I’ll miss my dear friend.
Love & prayers to Virginia & the family. pic.twitter.com/DImjAbUTGI
"I always appreciated his friendship and support of my football career. There will never be another like [Coach Madden]."
— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) December 29, 2021
Peyton Manning on the passing of John Madden: pic.twitter.com/KNHS0h7L0D
Rest in Paradise To the 🐐 John Madden!!!! Your legacy will continue to live on ♾!!!!!
— LeBron James (@KingJames) December 29, 2021
I was saddened to hear about the passing of John Madden, at age 85. One the all-time greats, he showed me the ropes during our brief football partnership. He was always kind and delightful. He can now join his former partner, Pat Summerall, in calling Super Bowls in heaven.
— Vin Scully (@TheVinScully) December 29, 2021
Absolute legend amongst legends.
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) December 29, 2021
Rest In Peace Mr. Madden.
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Rip John Madden🙏🏼
— MaddMaxx (@CrosbyMaxx) December 29, 2021
RIP to a football legend ❤️ pic.twitter.com/CUnjg35xgb
— Stadium (@Stadium) December 29, 2021
Statements from Chairman & CEO Clark Hunt and Head Coach Andy Reid on the passing of John Madden. pic.twitter.com/DJUwFxMyp3
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) December 29, 2021
Statement from Robert Kraft on the passing of John Madden. pic.twitter.com/1baOj3VrrV
— New England Patriots (@Patriots) December 29, 2021
Before I went into broadcasting with FOX Sports, Coach Andy Reid asked me to speak with John Madden. Mr. Madden’s advice to me was to just be myself. His words gave me the confidence to pursue this new career path. I thank Andy for suggesting and Mr. Madden for accepting my call. pic.twitter.com/2sZGdPscJX
— Michael Vick (@MichaelVick) December 29, 2021
John Madden:
— Peter King (@peter_king) December 29, 2021
Hall of Fame coach.
Hall of Fame broadcaster, probably best color man in NFL history.
Millions got hooked on football with the Madden video game. Still huge today.
RIP to a legend.
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He didn't play ... yet he might be the most influential person in football history.
RIP, coach. You were a blessing to us all. pic.twitter.com/qn9OGu5R4p
— Ronnie Lott (@RonnieLottHOF) December 29, 2021
#Cowboys owner Jerry Jones: “There is no one who lived a more beautiful football life than John Madden.” pic.twitter.com/vigxdpfzkU
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) December 29, 2021
Legend…. pic.twitter.com/T1cttXFIsf
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 29, 2021
Rest In Peace to a Legend! Prayers to the Madden Family. 🙏🏽 https://t.co/4zvhu5vEUd
— Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) December 29, 2021
Few approached life with the joy of legendary football coach & broadcaster John Madden. A colleague at CBS, he was a gentleman with a boisterous sense of humor. On the sidelines & in the booth, this voluble mountain of energy was a trailblazer. A golden era ends with his passing.
— Dan Rather (@DanRather) December 29, 2021
RIP to the legend and Hall of Famer John Madden pic.twitter.com/kU05xxrk56
— Bruce Arians (@BruceArians) December 29, 2021
Loved this man. Loved him as a coach and as a broadcaster. We all did. Love to his family and thanks for all coach. pic.twitter.com/uDAMRvprNT
— Adam Sandler (@AdamSandler) December 29, 2021
So sad to hear this.
— Kirk Herbstreit (@KirkHerbstreit) December 29, 2021
Such a fan of his-Growing up in my era it was Pat Summerall & John Madden on Sunday.
No matter who your team was-changed the game of how football games were broadcasted.
Legend as a coach and a broadcaster-My thoughts & prayers with his family & friends. 🙏🏼 https://t.co/wVKbWySrtF
Coach John Madden was an NFL icon, who played, coached and gave his name to a video game. But to me he offered his time, wisdom and coaching insight. I was truly blessed to have him as a mentor! RIP Coach 🙏
— Ron Rivera (@RiverboatRonHC) December 29, 2021
John Madden was a true football man. RIP, Coach.
— Mike Tomlin (@CoachTomlin) December 29, 2021
Sad to hear of John Madden passing. Praying for his family.🙏🏼
— Derek Carr (@derekcarrqb) December 29, 2021
Rest In Peace to the legend John Madden 🙏🏾 The game wouldn’t be the same without him. His legacy will live on forever.
— Flash Garrett ⚡️ (@Flash_Garrett) December 29, 2021
Rest in heaven John Madden!! True definition of legendary!! Thanks for all you did for the game I love with all my heart!! And you are a big reason for that!!
— Mark Ingram II (@markingramII) December 29, 2021
I always loved sitting down & talking with the Legend #JohnMadden - he was larger than life in the NFL world… but what left a larger impression upon me was the character of the man! Honored to have played in last SB he would call in the booth… We love u & we’ll miss you Coach!
— Kurt Warner (@kurt13warner) December 29, 2021
John Madden contributed as much to this game as anybody. His vision helped bring millions of fans to the sport, myself included.
— Larry Fitzgerald (@LarryFitzgerald) December 29, 2021
His legacy will continue forever.
My prayers are with his family and friends.
😔RIP John Madden. What an incredible life pic.twitter.com/z9h2YKEHts
— danawhite (@danawhite) December 29, 2021
I hope John & Pat are calling a game somewhere
— chris long (@JOEL9ONE) December 29, 2021
When you saw these two, you knew the game was big.
— ESPN (@espn) December 29, 2021
A truly iconic duo 💔 pic.twitter.com/0pBQn7rBlB
R.I.P. to John Madden. It was one of my greatest honors to grace the cover of your video game. Thank you for the years of joy and motivation! pic.twitter.com/4P4NKdC1gT
— Richard Sherman (@RSherman_25) December 29, 2021