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NFL community pays respect to Hall of Famer Kevin Greene following his passing

Published: Dec 21, 2020 at 06:14 PM

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The NFL lost another great on Monday.

Following the Pro Football Hall of Fame's announcement that Hall of Famer and pass-rushing great Kevin Greene passed away at the age of 58, the NFL community took a moment to offer its condolences.

Greene played for the Rams, Steelers, 49ers and Panthers (two stints) during the course of his 15-year career. Greene, a multi-time All-Pro and Pro Bowl selection, retired after the 1999 season with the third-most sacks (160) in NFL history.

Statement from Steelers President Art Rooney II on the passing of Kevin Greene: pic.twitter.com/QkbM6gYyIk
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) December 21, 2020

In memory of Los Angeles Rams + NFL Legend, Kevin Greene. pic.twitter.com/1kppvHx2hD
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) December 21, 2020

“I think it was just that I kept that hunger, the chip on the shoulder of a walk-on. I had to scratch and claw for everything I had in life, and to me, it was just about maintaining the commitment to work, to effort, to get where I wanted to go.” - Kevin Greene pic.twitter.com/l3R1KpZ5lu
— Carolina Panthers (@Panthers) December 21, 2020

The 49ers organization extends its prayers and condolences to the family and friends of Kevin Greene.

A member of the @ProFootballHOF, Greene wore the red and gold in 1997. He registered 10.5 sacks and helped the 49ers win the NFC West. pic.twitter.com/PeiiKMxseA
— San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) December 21, 2020

#Packers President/CEO Mark Murphy on the passing of Kevin Greene pic.twitter.com/VbMsYij2bJ
— Green Bay Packers (@packers) December 21, 2020

Our thoughts are with the family of NFL legend Kevin Greene. A former Jets coach, Kevin made a positive impact on everyone he met. He'll be missed. pic.twitter.com/ok2MP8LNp4
— New York Jets (@nyjets) December 21, 2020

So sad to hear the news of Kevin Greene passing away. I only had a couple of interactions with him but when we did talk he always spoke with great energy and passion. May he be at peace and his family stay strong.
— Cam Heyward (@CamHeyward) December 21, 2020

It’s a Honor to Represent this legendary Number today for you and your family. I will make y’all proud. Prayers to Kevin Greene a legend. https://t.co/tsqctTAfiY
— stephon tuitt (@DOCnation_7) December 21, 2020

RIP KG ! Great man, I send my condolences to his family.
— Anthony Chickillo (@Chickillo56) December 21, 2020

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of my HOF Brother #KevinGreene... I am shocked to hear the news about my friend, as I reflect on the time we spent over the years! I will miss you brother... but Heaven got better today! Until we meet again #RIP
— Kurt Warner (@kurt13warner) December 21, 2020

Wow can't believe we have lost another one of my @ProFootballHOF brothers . Kevin Greene beat me for my first sack of my career. I learned alot playing him as a rookie. I will miss him alot. Condolences & prayers for his family. Rest well my friend. 🙏🏽🙏🏽@sackmaster91 pic.twitter.com/vlvb7UKJzB
— Willie Roaf (@Willie_Roaf) December 21, 2020

We lost a legend in Kevin Greene. He was a HOF player and even better person. His passion for football and life exuded in everything he did. His spirit will live forever. Condolences to Tara and the entire Greene family. Heaven just got better on Defense. Love that man.
— Bill Cowher (@CowherCBS) December 22, 2020

He often referred to me and the other OLBs as his kids and taught us how to be a professional in all aspects of life.

I’ll miss the conversations we continued to have, but the stories of KG will live on forever. RIP Sackmaster!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼
— Clay Matthews III (@ClayMatthews52) December 21, 2020

Kevin Greene was a true warrior and a dear friend!!! As much as I disliked playing against him I loved everything about him at the same time and I loved him like a brother. Gods army just got much stronger 🙏 RIP brother
— Brett Favre (@BrettFavre) December 21, 2020

Just got the news of NFL great Kevin Greene’s passing. He was a fierce competitor during our playing days and one of the most sincere guys off the field. I always enjoyed our visits before the games he was coaching - gone far too soon. #restinpeace
— Troy Aikman (@TroyAikman) December 21, 2020

This absolutely RUINED my day!! RIP my brother🙏 https://t.co/JGOKKXbGdh
— Steve Atwater (@SteveAtwater27) December 21, 2020

I am shocked and extremely sad to hear about Kevin Greene. Amazing football coach and an amazing person. Thoughts and prayers to his family. This is a sad sad day.
— TJ Lang (@TJLang70) December 21, 2020

This hurts......lost a mentor.......R.I.P KG pic.twitter.com/rxkDJo7LNf
— carl lawson (@carllawson55) December 21, 2020

Rest In Peace Kevin Greene!
— russ (@RussellOkung) December 21, 2020

Made a deal with Kevin Greene @packers training camp 2010 that if we won the SB we get Lombardi trophy tattoos and I’ll be damned if we didn’t do it! RIP Kevin Greene.... Damn
— Charles Woodson (@CharlesWoodson) December 21, 2020

Blown away by the news of Kevin Greene. Prayers up to his wife kids. #rip
— Greg Jennings (@GregJennings) December 21, 2020

Wow Kevin Greene!?! Nooooo!! Incredible player and coach. As a student of the game I love what he brought to the game on and off the field!! His energy and passion was contagious. 2020 just won’t let up at all. Man this sucks!!
— Gerald McCoy (@Geraldini93) December 21, 2020