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NFL community mourns passing of Baseball Hall of Famer Hank Aaron

Published: Jan 22, 2021 at 01:05 PM

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Henry "Hank" Aaron, Major League Baseball's former longtime home run king, passed away Friday. He was 86.

Hammerin' Hank might be best known for eclipsing Babe Ruth's home run record, finishing with 755 over his 23-year career in the big leagues. But he was one of the game's most prodigious all-around hitters. The 25-time All-Star finished with 3,771 hits, meaning he'd still have 3,000 without his homers. Moreover, Aaron did it all with class and grace, making him a transcendent sports figure from the 20th century.

Members of the NFL community took to social media to honor Aaron's life.

Statement from Arthur Blank on the passing of Hank Aaron. https://t.co/PYBwksM3oH pic.twitter.com/eZyKAR3F80
— Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) January 22, 2021

We and @ATLUTD will retire No. 44 for the 2021 seasons in honor of Atlanta legend Hank Aaron. https://t.co/QDIe973OxR
— Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) January 22, 2021

Ozzie Newsome on the passing of Hank Aaron: pic.twitter.com/vSLVAJntBT
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) January 22, 2021

Hank "Hammer" Aaron broke down barriers as skillfully as he broke records. He was a trailblazer, pioneer, legend, & gentleman. He will be missed dearly but his legacy will endure for generations to come.
— Larry Fitzgerald (@LarryFitzgerald) January 23, 2021

Sad to hear about Hank Aaron’s passing. He was the gold standard for professionalism and humility. He did so much for the progression of our city and the country. RIP
— Matt Ryan (@M_Ryan02) January 22, 2021

Hank... my dad and Grandfather raved about you. Thanks for changing the game of baseball... but more importantly thanks for bringing America together through love in a time of such great hate.

Heaven is a good place. #RIPHankAaron pic.twitter.com/D2m7fa4CXs
— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) January 22, 2021

#RIPHankAaron 🙏🏽✊🏽 https://t.co/AsTvF02k2g
— Kyler Murray (@K1) January 22, 2021

Rest Easy Hank Aaron. True Legend On and Off The Diamond, A Hero to Myself and So Many People!!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
— Jarvis Juice Landry (@God_Son80) January 22, 2021

Rest In Peace to an absolute legend amongst legends.

🙏🏼 https://t.co/R7DtHp6icm
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) January 22, 2021

Rest In Peace Legend 🙏🏾 https://t.co/fAVZp7l65c
— Adrian Peterson (@AdrianPeterson) January 22, 2021

Wow!! We lost royalty and a true legend today!! Prayers out to the Aaron family. Thank you Mr. Aaron for everything you did for us!! 🙏🏾
— Gerald McCoy (@Geraldini93) January 22, 2021

#RIP to a legend https://t.co/BfuNFfUv6Z
— Shelby Harris (@ShelbyHarris93) January 22, 2021

Rest in peace, Hammerin' Hank Aaron.
— Jim Irsay (@JimIrsay) January 22, 2021

Rest your soul Hank Aaron 🙏🏿
— Dez Bryant (@DezBryant) January 22, 2021

Rest in Heaven to one of my childhood heroes!!! https://t.co/ukXOZLkZZn
— Matt Forte (@MattForte22) January 22, 2021

Pioneer. Thank you for knocking down walls https://t.co/T31T6JUJDE
— Benjamin Watson (@BenjaminSWatson) January 22, 2021

The sports world today is mourning the death of Henry “Hank” Aaron, one of baseball’s all-time greats & the man many consider the true home run king.

Aaron also was a big fan of the game of football, with a longtime rooting interest in the @Browns.

More: https://t.co/jJMtVY8Zrx pic.twitter.com/cGfl9MdvhY
— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) January 22, 2021

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