Walter Payton

Walter Payton was Born

Jul 25, 1954

A legend was born on July 25 1954. He was born in Columbia, MIssissippi. His parents names were Peter and Alyne Payton

Attends Columbia High School

Aug 21, 1968

Walter Payton attends 1968. He played drums in the marching band and was phenominal football player. Walter Payton graduated in 1972.

Attends Jackson State University

Sep 4, 1972

Walter Payton attends Jackson State University in 1972. He attended on a scholarship. He actually ended up forming a scholarship for the University.

Named the Black College Player of the Year

Feb 25, 1973

Walter Payton wins African American College Player of the Year. He truly deserved it with all his accomplishments. This is really when NFL scouts realized him.

Named the Black College Player of the Year Again

Feb 26, 1974

Won African American College Player of the Year again. This was quite an honor considering it was his second time. This is when he was considered first round pick.

Walter Payton Selected 4th Pick in the NFL Draft

Jan 28, 1975

NFL Draft
Walter Payton is selected first round of the NFL draft. "The Sweetness" is released into the NFL. This would be the start of one of the best periods of time ever.

Won MVP of the NFL

Jan 18, 1977

MVP
Walter Payton wins the Most Valuable Player Award. The nickname "Sweetness" is given to him. Walter Payton is begginning to be considered a highlight reel.

Breaks Single Game Rushing Record

Nov 20, 1977

Walter Payton breaks single game rushing record. He rushed for 275 yards. He defeated O.J. Simpson by three yards.

Broke Rushing Record

Oct 7, 1984

Broke the carreer rushing record. He broke Jim Brown's record in Soldier Field in Chicago. He finished the game with 12,400 yards, 88 more than Jim Brown.

Won MVP of the NFL

Jan 15, 1985

Won the NFL MVP for the second time. Walter Payton is considered Hall of Fame. Walter Payton is truly "Sweetness"

Won Super Bowl XX

Jan 26, 1986

Super Bowl
The Chicago Bears win the XXth super bowl. Walter Payton had one of his worst games ever. The Bears defense held them to -19 yards in the first half.

Retired from the NFL

Feb 18, 1987

"Sweetness" retires from the NFL. The greatest halfback of that time ends his career. Payton was finished with over 12,400 yards.

Formed the Halas Peyton Foundation

Jul 26, 1988

This foundation is made to help inner-city kids. This is a very generous foundation. It was created by Walter Payton and George Halas began this commitee together.

Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame

Mar 15, 1993

This is a great honor. Walter Payton really deserved this. He is and was considered one of the best NFL players ever. He is also a very good people person.

Inducted into College Football Hall of Fame

Mar 24, 1996

This is also a great honor. To think about how many great players have not even gone to this. Walter Payton is and was one of the best college football players ever.

Walter Payton Died

Nov 1, 1999

A legend has died. He has done very many humane events too. He was a phenomomal player, mentor, father, and person.