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Louis Brian Piccolo (October 31, 1943 – June 16, 1970) was an American professional football player who was a halfback for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL) for four years. He played college football for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons.
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Louis Brian Piccolo (* 31. Oktober 1943 in Pittsfield, Massachusetts; † 16. Juni 1970 in New York City, New York) war ein US-amerikanischer American-Football -Spieler der Chicago Bears in der National Football League (NFL).
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A comprehensive look back at the career and legacy of Brian Piccolo, the former running back who played four seasons with the Bears and died of cancer in 1970. Learn about his college and NFL achievements, his friendship with Gale Sayers, his fight against cancer and his impact on cancer research and awards.
12. Dez. 2019 · 50 years after playing his last game for the Bears, Brian Piccolo’s legacy lives on. Dan Pompei. Dec 12, 2019. As was her custom in the spring of 1970, Joy Piccolo spent a little time one...
25. Mai 2020 · Watch the video of Gale Sayers' speech at the George S. Halas Award dinner in 1970, where he paid homage to his friend and teammate Brian Piccolo, who died of cancer. The speech was re-enacted in the movie "Brian's Song".
16. Juni 2020 · Brian Piccolo was a running back for the Chicago Bears who died of cancer at 26. He was the first white player to room with Gale Sayers, a black player, and their friendship was portrayed in the movie "Brian's Song".
19. Juni 2022 · The Chicago Bears paid tribute to their late running back Brian Piccolo by having every player wear his retired No. 41 jersey during practice. Piccolo, who died of testicular cancer in 1970, was a team legend and a close friend of Gale Sayers.
