Walter Jerry Payton (July 25, 1954 – November 1, 1999) played for the Chicago Bears for thirteen seasons. Known around the NFL as "Sweetness", he was one of the most prolific running backs in the history of the game. Payton, a nine-time Pro Bowl selectee, once held the League's record for most career rushing yards, touchdowns, carries, yards from scrimmage, all-purpose yards, … [Read more...] about NFL Open Thread: Sweetness!