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In Columbia, Mississippi US , The greatest running back of all time (Walter payton) is born
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Walter payton joins his high schools football team for three years
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Walter payton gets a scholarship from Jackson State University.
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In 1973, Walter Payton was selected to the All-American Team. The All-American Team is an honorary football team that consits of players that stand out at their position.
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Walter graduated from Jackson State University.
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Walter Payton was drafted as the fourth overall pick by the Chicago Bears in the 1975 NFL Draft
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On July 7, 1976, Walter Payton married Connie Norwood. They had two children, Jarrett Payton and Brittany Payton.
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On November 20, 1977, Walter Payton rushed for 275 yards in a regular season game, which broke O.J. Simpson's old record of 273 yards in 1976. Which is amazing considering that Walter had a 101-degree fever and an intense flu during the game.
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Walter Payton broke Jim Brown's record for most yards rushing in the NFL
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Walter Payton led the Chicago Bears to their first Super Bowl Championship by defeating the New England Patriots.
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Walter Payton passed away from cholangiocarcinoma at the age of 45 year.
