Gale Eugene Sayers was born on the 30th May 1943, in Wichita, Kansas USA, and is a former American Football player, who spent his entire career playing for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL), in the position of running back. His career was active from 1965 until 1971, after which he retired, but stayed in the game, working at Southern Illinois University as an athletic director. Have you ever wondered how rich Gale Sayers is, as of mid-2016? According to authoritative sources, it has been estimated that Gale Sayers` net worth is as high as $50 million, an amount he acquired largely through his successful career as a professional football player, and since as a coach and administrator.
Gale Sayers Net Worth $50 Million
Gale grew up in Omaha, Nebraska, where he went to the Omaha Central High School, and after he matriculated he enrolled at the University of Kansas. He began to play football for the Jayhawks, and during his career, became one of the best players in the history of the university. He was named two times Consensus All-American, in 1963 and 1964, and accumulated 2,675 rushing yards and 3,917 all-purpose yards. He set several records, including a 99-yard run against Nebraska, and against Oklahoma a 96-yard kick-off return. Following graduation, Gale entered the 1965 NFL Draft, in which he was selected as the 4th pick overall by the Chicago Bears. He spent his entire professional career playing for the Bears, from 1965 until 1971. During that time, his net worth increased to a large degree, thanks to the contracts he signed with the team. In his first season, Gale had 2,272 all-purpose yards and set a record of 22 touchdowns, which earned him the Rookie Of The Year Award. In the second season, Gale was the leader in rushing yards with 1,231 and had ten touchdowns; he also had 2,440 all-purpose yards. The following year, his numbers dropped, as he only had 880 yards, but still scored eight touchdowns, and nothing changed in his fourth season in the NFL, as he had 856 rushing yards and two touchdowns. His next season was one of his best, as he had 1,032 yards and eight touchdowns, but in 1970 he injured his knee, and played in only two games; he underwent surgery, and tried to play again, but after two games in 1971, he decided to retire. Following his decision to retire, from 1976 Gale worked as an athletic director at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, but he also founded the Crest Computer Supply Company in 1984, which later changed name to Sayer 40, Inc. of which he is still chairman, and has been operating with considerable success, which has also increased Gale`s net worth. Gale is also recognized as a humanitarian; he started the Gale Sayers Center, which focuses on children age from 8-12, developing their leadership skills, mentoring them and teaching them true values of life. Also, in 2009 he became the Director of Fundraising for Special Projects at University of Kansas Athletic Department. When it comes to speak about his personal life, Gale Sayers has been married twice; his first wife was Linda McNeil, with whom he has three children. The couple was married from 1963 until 1973. Soon after their divorce, Gale married Ardythe Bullard, and they are still married.
Full Name
Gale Sayers
Net Worth
$50 Million
Date Of Birth
May 30, 1943
Place Of Birth
Wichita, Kansas, USA
Height
6' (1.83 m)
Weight
89.81
Profession
Former American football player
Education
Omaha Central High School, University of Kansas
Nationality
American
Spouse
Ardythe Bullard (m. 1973), Linda McNeil (m. 1962–1973)
Parents
Bernice (Ross) Sayers, Roger Winfield Sayers
IMDB
Awards
SI's All-time College All-Stars
Movies
Reggie's Prayer, Brian's Song
#
Fact
1
While at the University of Kansas as a running back, he was nicknamed "The Kansas Comet" because of his speed.
2
Currently President & CEO of a large, nationwide computer reseller.
3
Halfback on Kansas University's football team, 1962-1964.
4
Inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1977.
5
Tied for 92nd with Dalton Hilliard, Y.A. Tittle, Alex Webster and Sammy Winder on NFL All-Time Rushing Touchdowns List (39).
6
Ranks 5th on NFL All-Time Rushing Average List (5.001).
7
Ranks 99th on NFL All-Time Rushing Yardage List (4,956).
8
Played halfback for the Bears from 1965 to 1971.
9
Holds record for most touchdowns scored in a single game with 6.
10
NFL Lifetime kickoff return leader.
11
Inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1977.
Actor
Title
Year
Status
Character
Reggie's Prayer
1996
Guiding Light
1992
TV Series
Wedding Guest
Writer
Title
Year
Status
Character
The Wonderful World of Disney
2001
TV Series book "I Am Third" - 1 episode
Brian's Song
1971
TV Movie book "I Am Third"
Miscellaneous
Title
Year
Status
Character
Patriot Act: A Jeffrey Ross Home Movie
2005
Documentary much love for
Thanks
Title
Year
Status
Character
Deadly Games
1982
special thanks
Self
Title
Year
Status
Character
A Football Life
2014
TV Series
Himself
Keep the Faith
2013
Documentary
Himself
Mike & Mike
2011
TV Series
Himself - Telelphone Interviewee
Top Chef
2008
TV Series
Himself
Quite Frankly with Stephen A. Smith
2006
TV Series
Himself
The Tim McCarver Show
2003
TV Series
Himself - Guest
ESPN SportsCentury
2000-2002
TV Series documentary
Himself
Sports on the Silver Screen
1997
TV Movie documentary
Himself (uncredited)
Beyond the Gold
1996
TV Movie documentary
Himself
Super Bowl XXIX
1995
TV Movie
Himself
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1987
TV Series
Himself
The Mike Douglas Show
1971-1976
TV Series
Himself - Co-Host / Himself - NFL Player
Greatest Sports Legends
1975
TV Series
Himself
The Dick Cavett Show
1972
TV Series
Himself
The David Frost Show
1971
TV Series
Himself
The NFL on CBS
1965-1970
TV Series
Himself - Chicago Bears Halfback / Himself - Chicago Bears Running Back / Himself - Chicago Bulls Running Back
