The NFL community was shocked and saddened Thursday by the death of Hall of Fame linebacker and Chicago Bears legend Dick Butkus at the age of 80.

Below is a roundup of tributes to the NFL great from players and figures around the league, and beyond:

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Dick Butkus was a legend who embodied what it means to be a Chicago Bear. Our hearts go out to his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/8UEVuuZLwi

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The NFL is mourning the loss of legendary Hall of Famer Dick Butkus. Our thoughts are with his family and the Bears organization. pic.twitter.com/arzssONXMB

"I want to let 'em know that they've been hit…to say, 'must have been Butkus that got me.'"

Rest in peace to a great man, and one of the most ferocious players ever to put on a helmet. pic.twitter.com/YeahO0FfL0

Thinking of the Butkus family tonight 🧡 https://t.co/8G9xFZxxbs

For 51 🐻⬇️ pic.twitter.com/dbJAesmMAa

Dick Butkus wasn’t just one of the greatest football players to ever play the game, he was a remarkable man. He was always there for me when I needed him. Now, these 3 #Bears legends are in heaven, sharing a drink, getting ready to watch the #TNF game from the best seats. Here's… pic.twitter.com/dzKa8n5p7x

Praying for the entire Butkus family tonight. One of the NFL’s trailblazers who gave his entire heart to the team and community.

NFL Hall of Famer and one of the hardest hitting linebackers I’ve ever seen in my lifetime, Dick Butkus, passed away today. May he rest in peace! Cookie and I are praying for his family and loved ones!

R.I.P. to @ChicagoBears legend and @ProFootballHOF, Dick Butkus 🧡 pic.twitter.com/tTezybYRR5

Rest in peace, Dick Butkus. LEGEND. One of the few whose name was a synonym for “NFL.”🙏

Legends are forever. RIP Dick Butkus. https://t.co/j3qCSlHkOS

Illinois Football sends its condolence and thoughts to the Butkus family after the passing of Fighting Illini legend Dick Butkus.#Illini // #HTTO // #famILLy pic.twitter.com/b7Mwhh2NSd

Sending our condolences to the family, friends and fans of legendary Hall of Famer, Dick Butkus.

He will be greatly missed. pic.twitter.com/TVSAWTPxu0

A legend of the game & part of what makes the NFL's oldest rivalry so special.

Sending our condolences to the family & friends of Dick Butkus & the entire @ChicagoBears organization 🙏 pic.twitter.com/dU7h8TtsWi

Our thoughts are with Dick Butkus’ family and everyone who has been impacted by his life and legacy. pic.twitter.com/yixCexxlQx

We are saddened to hear of the loss of Dick Butkus, a true NFL legend. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Butkus family and the Bears organization.

Rest in Peace to a Chicago Legend 💙🧡 pic.twitter.com/uN74A7gDqU

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