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The NFL says Hall of Fame coach and beloved broadcaster John Madden has died at the age of 85.
Roger Goodell, NFL commissioner, confirmed the news.
‘On behalf of the entire NFL family, we extend our condolences to Virginia, Mike, Joe and their families,’ he said.
‘We all know him as the Hall of Fame coach of the Oakland Raiders and broadcaster who worked for every major network, but more than anything, he was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.
‘Nobody loved football more than Coach. He was football. He was an incredible sounding board to me and so many others.
‘There will never be another John Madden, and we will forever be indebted to him for all he did to make football and the NFL what it is today.’
Tom Brady also paid tribute, saying: ‘He was always so good to me. RIP to a legend of our game.’
LeBron James said: ‘Rest in Paradise To the goat John Madden!!!! Your legacy will continue to live on!!!!!’
The NFL says Hall of Fame coach and beloved broadcaster John Madden has died at age 85
Madden is seen in 1975, during his coaching with the Oakland Raiders
Madden is seen in August 2014 with former NFL punter Ray Guy, left, during the NFL Class of 2014 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony
Madden is seen in April 2010, being awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 31st annual Sports Emmy Awards
Tom Brady was among those to pay tribute to Madden
EA Sports, the brand behind the Madden franchise, said: ‘Today, we lost a hero. John Madden was synonymous with the sport of football for more than 50 years.
‘His knowledge of the game was second only to his love for it, and his appreciation for everyone that stepped on the gridiron.
Madden is pictured in July 1959, when he was playing for the Philadelphia Eagles
‘A humble champion, a willing teacher, and forever a coach. Our hearts and sympathies go out to John’s family, friends, and millions of fans. He will be greatly missed, always…
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