During Week 17, the NFL will hold a moment of silent for John Madden, Hall of Fame coach. died earlier Tuesday at age 85.
In a memo to all clubs, Roger Goodell, NFL commissioner, stated that the NFL had lost John Madden on Tuesday. ESPN obtained the memo from Goodell. We ask that every home team observe a moment in silence to honor his memory before the game begins in Week 17.
The National Anthem will be played just before the moment of silence.
Madden was the coach of the ’80s Madden. RaidersHe was able to reach seven AFC titles and win the Super Bowl for 10 consecutive seasons. His regular-season record was 103-32-7, and his winning percentage of.759 is the highest among NFL coaches who have played more than 100 games.
He retired at 42 from coaching and entered television. From 1979 to 2009, he entertained millions of viewers on NFL broadcasts. He worked for four networks. He became a recognizable pitchman in television commercials and was the face of Madden NFL Football. It is one of the most successful video games in sports.
This report was compiled by the Associated Press.