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NFL legend Dick Butkus has reportedly died on Thursday at the age of 80. Emergency crews arrived at Butkus’ home in Malibu around 12.51pm, where he was pronounced dead at the scene.

NFL legend Dick Butkus has died at the age of 80, according to TMZ News. Paramedics responded to a medical emergency at Butkus's Malibu residency at 12.51pm Thursday, according to the outlet. The former linebacker was reportedly declared dead at the scene. The report claims that Butkus was found unresponsive when someone went to check on him at the property.

Today's Quotefall Puzzle features a quote by Dick Butkus. Click puzzle (or click here) for full size rendition, then use your browser's print command to print puzzle. Dick Butkus was one of the biggest badasses of the NFL back in the day, roaming the defensive backfield like a pissed-off rhino. Along with Mike Ditka, I recommend that you don't mess with him at any time. All hints, along with the answer, are provided in the first reply comment below, using filtered font to prevent accidental spoilers. Please refrain from disclosing the full answer in comments to prevent spoilers.To solve the puzzle: Enter...