CHARLIE SANDERS – CANCER

Charlie Sanders was one of the NFL’s legends. He’s part of the 2007 class of Pro Football Hall of Fame and was named as one of the best players during his prime. He used to hold the credit for NFL’s 1970s All-Decade Team, which was a massive achievement for an athlete of his caliber. During his college years, he avoided student loans by joining the football varsity team. He was one of the biggest reasons why the University of Minnesota grabbed the Big Ten championship during his collegiate years.

After finishing college, Charlie signed with the Detroit Lions. He stayed with the team until his retirement and later chosen as part of the 75th Anniversary All-Time Team. On July 2, 2015, the whole sports nation sent their condolences after they found out that Sanders passed away from cancer. His children also became successful athletes. It looks like greatness runs in their blood.