Dick Butkus takes shot at Packers while congratulating nephew

Former Chicago Bears legendary linebacker Dick Butkus had plenty to celebrate after learning about his nephew Luke Butkus’ promotion. But it was a bittersweet celebration for the Chicago legend because his nephew’s promotion came from bitter rival, the Green Bay Packers. So Butkus did what any family member and former Bars player would do; congratulate his nephew while taking a shot at his old rivals.

Butkus covered both requirements with this statement:

“Shout out to my nephew Luke the new o line coach for the Packers. So great to see you moving up with an expansion team,” wrote Butkus on Twitter.

The Packers promoted Luke to offensive line coach after spending his last three seasons as the assistant line coach. He takes over the role from Adam Stenavich after he was promoted to offensive coordinator. Butkus did follow in his uncle’s footsteps, joining Chicago when he started his coaching career. He spent three seasons with the Bears as an assistant from 2007 to 2009. After that, he would work with the Seattle Seahawks, Jacksonville Jaguars, and spend time at his alma mater, Illinois.

John Madden memorial celebration

Details have been released about a public memorial celebration of the late John Madden’s life, to be held in Oakland with proceeds going to charity. The legendary NFL figure and championship coach of the Raiders will be remembered on Feb. 14 at the RingCentral Coliseum.

“A public memorial in celebration of John Madden’s life will be held at RingCentral Coliseum in Oakland on Feb. 14,” detailed Sports Business Journal. “Proceeds from ticket sales will go to Madden Charities for the benefit of the John Madden Foundation to provide educational opportunities for youth in Oakland.”

RingCentral Coliseum, previously named Oakland Coliseum, was the Raiders’ home for Madden’s coaching career. The Raiders played their first game in the stadium on Sep. 18, 1966. Madden coached the Raiders on the field from 1969 to 1978. The celebration was originally scheduled for Feb. 15, but the Madden family was excited to announce the change of date to a Monday night.

“The Coliseum has been secured for one more Monday Night Football event!”