We all received the unfortunate news that Hall of Fame defensive end Chris Doleman passed away on Tuesday night after at two-year battle with brain cancer. Doleman was just 58 years old.
Upon hearing the news, those around the NFL and sports world shared their thoughts on the world losing a legend, a great man, and a great competitor.
Saddened to hear of the passing of Chris Doleman, one of the greatest to ever wear the purple & gold. Our prayers are with his family and friends.
— Kirk Cousins (@KirkCousins8) January 29, 2020
The #Rushmen Family has lost a truly great member. Chris Doleman set a new standard for Vikings DE’s all while making his mark as a Great Person within this organization. RIP 56. God Bless You and your Family today. pic.twitter.com/EuFbCEkorV
— CoachRodMN (@CoachRodMN) January 29, 2020
Will always remember one the last times we were together w @Vikings @ProFootballHOF @ChrisDoleman56 back in September. Dole passed late Tuesday night. Please keep his family in your prayers. Rest well Big Fella, you fought the good fight of Faith My Brother pic.twitter.com/TiWtjjtfqq
— Greg Coleman (@gregcoleman8) January 29, 2020
Rest In Peace my friend. https://t.co/7D1kHjRXPC
— Tommy Kramer (@Kramer9Tommy) January 29, 2020
RIP Chris Doleman. I played golf with Chris several years ago in Alabama, and we howled laughing the entire round. He was a joy for me to be around. Such sad news. https://t.co/RBRb296kJH
— Jay Bilas (@JayBilas) January 29, 2020
Chris Doleman… man….. he was an artist. One of the best to ever do it. Ultimate respect for his game. RIP. pic.twitter.com/gu14KQyTRM
— Chris Long (@JOEL9ONE) January 29, 2020
You had a long battle, you fought the good fight. Now rest easy, my friend. #ChrisDoleman pic.twitter.com/kgoaoOafN3
— Gil Brandt (@Gil_Brandt) January 29, 2020
Took this pic in 2017 with my @Pitt_FB brothers. Another great one gone too soon. Rest in heaven, brother. #ChrisDoleman pic.twitter.com/YVpDzJbEe1
— Tony Dorsett (@Tony_Dorsett) January 29, 2020
RIP Chris Doleman. An all-time great player and a great man. He was a big supporter of the @JTFoundation99 and family forever. 💜
— Joy Taylor (@JoyTaylorTalks) January 29, 2020
Tough week…. Lost another great in Chris Doleman. He was there for me and my family when my dad was going through his tough times. I appreciate his love and the way he helped. Just unreal….. I’ll never question HIS plan. Just know we will all miss you Chris.
— Cam Heyward (@CamHeyward) January 29, 2020
RIP Chris Doleman you will be missed! @Vikings @NFL @ProFootballHOF pic.twitter.com/5HcBdoHQxT
— Rod Woodson (@RodWoodson26) January 29, 2020
I’m sadden tonight as I hear that my good Chris Doleman has passed. He was such a great person and friend. People, life is short. You never when it’s your time. Tell your love ones everyday that you love them. He will be truly missed. I Love you, Chris, RIP🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/WX35t5JZLD
— Victor Green (@VictorGreen21) January 29, 2020
Kobe Sunday and last night my guy Chris Doleman (we got baptized in the Jordan River together 3 years ago) . Condolences to his family. Another great man gone. Today will be tough. 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/Q9LL7bIbXz
— Cris Carter (@criscarter80) January 29, 2020
ONE OF THE BEST!!!
R.I.P. MY BOTHER https://t.co/wiu8uBdbnb— Henry Thomas (@HenryThomasNFL) January 29, 2020