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Legendary Packer Bart Starr Passes Away at Age 85

Heartbreaking news out of Green Bay today, as the Packers announced that legendary Packers quarterback and coach Bart Starr passed away today at the age of 85.

It is with deep sadness that we announce Green Bay Packers legend Bart Starr has passed away at age 85: https://t.co/Qgv5o6FP3D pic.twitter.com/mIqu5hGyMt

The Starr family also released a statement.

A message from the family of Bart Starr pic.twitter.com/TmduH0EiZb

The mark Starr has left on the Packers organization, the NFL and Green Bay is undeniable. Beyond his incredible Hall of Fame playing career, there has never been a better role model for young men entering the league to follow.