The Legend Lives On: How Walter Payton Became Bigger Than Football—and Why Chicago Still Calls Him Its Greatest Hero

The Legend Lives On: How Walter Payton Became Bigger Than Football—and Why Chicago Still Calls Him Its Greatest Her Chicago, IL – April 17, 2025 Nearly two decades after his passing, Walter Payton’s name still echoes through every corner of Chicago—from the South Side to Soldier Field. Nicknamed “Sweetness” for both his running style and…