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In this episode of Greatest Sports Legends, host Jayne Kennedy explores the record-setting career of Walter Payton. During the 1976 NFL season, Payton rushed over 1,000 yards and scored thirteen touchdowns. His newfound momentum continued into the 1977 NFL season, where his performance earned him numerous awards, most notably NFL Offensive Player of the Year Award. He also earned his first Pro Bowl invitation, where he was named the 1977 Pro Bowl MVP. Other highlights from the 1977 season include rushing over 275 yards against the Minnesota Vikings while combating a case of the flu. Furthermore, Payton’s exploits on the football field had not only earned attention as a running back, but also as a blocker, receiver, emergency punter, and quarterback. The '85 Bears, considered to be one of the greatest NFL teams of all time, amassed a 15-1 record. With the help of Walter Payton, the Bears managed to defeat their postseason foes for a combined score of 45-0. Payton, alongside his Shufflin’ Crew, prepared to play the New England Patriots at Super Bowl XX. The Patriot defense focused totally on Payton, who still finished as the game's leading rusher with 61 yards and helped the Beas win 46-10. This video contains an in-depth interview as well as footage of the games, touchdowns and rushes that made him stand out in history. Follow through his NFL career where he eventually claimed the title of NFL all-time rushing leader. Running Time: 22 minutes