REG-GIE, REG-GIE!

From espn.com:

Reggie White Member of the NFL Hall of Fame Class of 2006

Defensive End/Defensive Tackle, 6-5, 291
Played: 1985-1992 Philadelphia Eagles, 1993-1998 Green Bay Packers, 2000 Carolina Panthers. 15 seasons, 232 games.

Highights: Selected in the first round (fourth player overall) of 1984 supplemental draft. Nicknamed "Minister of Defense," joined Eagles after two years with USFL's Memphis Showboats. During eight seasons with Eagles recorded more sacks (124) than games played (121). In 1987, recorded 21 sacks, second most in NFL history at the time. Became only player to accumulate 20 or more sacks in just 12 games. His 1.75 average sacks per game in that season was also a record. In 1993, went to Green Bay and recorded another 68.5 sacks, becoming Packers' all-time sack leader. A dominant defensive performer, at time of retirement his 198 sacks were NFL record. Important contributor to Packers two Super Bowl appearances. Chosen the NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 1987 and 1998. Briefly retired following 1998 season. Signed with Carolina Panthers for 2000 season. Elected to 13 straight Pro Bowls. Picked All-Pro 13 of 15 seasons, including 10 as first-team selection.

Died Dec. 26, 2004 at age 43.

He was real and stood for what he believed in. Those that played with him always talk about the impact he had on their lives.

I am really ready for the football season to kick into gear. The Packers are playing tonight. It is just a scrimmage against each other, but it's still a sell out at Lambeau. It's not even a real game and they still fill the seats!