NFL Films Steve Sabol dies at 69

[darell1976]

http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-shutdown-corner/ultimate-visionary-nfl-films-steve-sabol-dies-age-185124858--nfl.html

If you've ever watched slow-motion replay of an NFL play, laughed at a ridiculous NFL blooper, listened to a coach miked up on a sideline, sat enthralled as a player does his thing on the field and gives voice to his exploits, enjoyed the game or season review of your favorite NFL team, or watched an NFL broadcast at all, you have Steve Sabol to thank for that. And if you've ever cashed a seven-figure check from the NFL, you really have Steve Sabol and NFL Films to thank for that.

Sabol, the president of NFL Films for years, passed away on Tuesday after an 18-month battle with brain cancer. He is survived by his wife Penny, his son Casey, his parents Audrey and Ed, and his sister Blair.

I loved NFL Films especially the follies they put together. The NFL lost a really good guy. RIP Steve.

[fightingsioux4life]

NFL Films helped make professional football more popular than any other sport (and yes baseball fans, that includes the national past-its-time). RIP Steve, you will be missed.