Don’t worry about the horse being blind, just load the wagon. Godspeed John 🚎

American Icon and Absolute Legend!!! Rest in Peace Coach.

I hate getting old but I'm glad I got to see him on tv growing up what a man rip

Most of us will be dialing-up all the John Madden clips we can find on youtube to help us recall his greatness. What a great coach and personality. RIP Coach. You earned it!

I am 67 years old and I remember John Madden as a coach. I hated him. I used to hate the way he would act on the sidelines. But then in his last year of coaching which was 1978 I found out a lot more about him as a person in my opinion changed 180°. Look at this guy. He is the greatest football analyst of all time, a video game icon and as a head coach still has the highest winning percentage of any coach that has won over 100 games. A well lived life. RIP coach.

John's demeanor is incredible. Look at his entrance. He walks in, slowly, totally calm. Nothing dramatic. And just eases into the seat as though hes' sitting in his TV chair. Soo good!

The way he coached, the way he analyzed, the way he told a story! There was only one John Madden!

Thank you Don.

What a delightful man. There's football in heaven and John is coaching Sunday. RIP

I learned so much about football from watching his broadcasts. God speed, John.

This was great, a shame he was only on Letterman once

That was a nice appearance. You can tell Dave really admires him.

I totally remember those days. I was 19 year's old. John Madden is the best. Those were good times damn good times. John you made a huge impact on football, you will be missed.

Brillant. I loved hearing his stories he always had a ton of them. A lot of inside information that they viewer got to experience. I never knew a single person that did not like John Madden. A legend

A couple of stories about John Madden: He used to fly with the team (the Oakland Raiders) but slowly grew more claustrophobic. The way he told it, he was flying to the West Coast and grew increasingly uncomfortable on that flight despite flying First Class. In his own terminology told to me on a train trip from Union Station, Los Angeles to the far side of Texas, he "started bouncing off the walls, so the pilot did the only thing he could, landing in Arizona, and advised John "We won't have you arrested if you promise never to fly again." That was a good deal for both parties. Soon, John got his first commercial that had to be recorded in NYC, so John discovered the railway system and the comfort and space of the private coach rooms available on many long runs, so that became his go-to mode of transportation. Shortly thereafter, the football season of 1980 was starting and John had to head off to Texas via Los Angeles. I and two friends were departing on the same train for New Orleans and the Bahamas, and all of us decided to get great food across the street from Union Station on Olvera Street, Los Angeles' first neighborhood and home to about 12 great Mexican restaurants. When he was done there, he departed in the golf cart provided by Amtrack and passed our limo parked in the red zone, saw the sun roof open, smoke coming out, and the driver standing and eating his meal off of the trunk of our stretch limo. He told himself "And I thought I had it good!" We found each other on the train and spent about 18 hours out of every 24 for the next three days in the bar car telling stories. He was accompanied by a great companion, an off duty California Highway Patrol officer who took excellent care of the larger than life John. His first commercial was for Miller Light beer, and for the ENTIRE train trip, EVERY time our John saw anyone drinking ANY brand of beer, John would stop and do his entire 30 second commercial word for word! Once in Texas at a stop made about 2am, John made it to one of those Dutch doors with the top half open, and outside sitting in a pickup truck a man was drinking a beer. Naturally, like he did it every day of his life, John once again did his entire 30 second commercial for Miller light to the delight of ALL. The guy initially didn't recognize "the Coach" as he wasn't yet a TV personality, but then laughed his ass off. Somewhat later, Greyhound hired him to do motivational speeches for their employees, and they were successful enough that they gave John his own Madden Cruiser bus and each year John would interview the top drivers of the line (who passed special tests) to pick out the one he wanted to spend the next year with. Simply put, John Madden was a class act from beginning to end and we are better off because he lived while we did. I'm convinced no one knew football better, and no one knew LIFE better. I later wanted to mail him photos of our journey, and suffice to say I could mail it to John Madden, Pleasanton, CA and he got them, like Santa gets all the letters sent to him. Bless you John! Here's the commercial. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/f7BhZLR_ltCld3k.html

I'm 56, growing up, you could not hear a football game without John.

He was so ahead of his time on everything. Rarely had a bad take. Being a Giants fan with the formative years being the 80s him and Pat were the soundtrack to every big game of my youth. RIP Coach

Man, this crowd gave him nothing! He was great here as usual. RIP coach

Assisted and attended to Daryl Stinglley for years after J Tatum crippled him on a late hit. John was class personified.

Rest in Peace Coach ...thanks for the many, many games we shared !

RIP John Madden

I LOVE Listening to John Madden’s Stories, he’s a Great Storyteller.

Madden was a master class in how to be smart and articulate in a relatable way. Don't let the aw-shucks demeanor fool you.

God bless John… Excuse me…God bless you Coach Madden! God knows you taught me a lot I’m 26 years old, and I used to study coach madden like crazy. Documentaries, and listen to his voice when he would suggest plays in madden video game. Educating us football heads & athletes on how to tell if a defense is in zone or man coverage. By simply motion the outside receiver from one side of field to the other side. If the cornerback follows the receiver, than the defenses is playing man coverage. However, if the cornerback doesn’t follow the receiver to the other side of field, but shift their defense instead according to this adjustment. This indicates that the defense is playing zone. John Madden Used too give these tips out while playing Madden the game, like he did when he used to on television before they removed him off the video game. That save me in many third & fourth down situations as well as the red zone. Amazing but much appreciated!

A true classman. John Madden is an accomplishment and a legend.

Could listen to him all day.

Anytime people say John Madden was just a dolt they should watch clips like these. He was a charming delight with clever stories and engaging wit. He played up the "Big dumb lineman" character sometimes, but he was often the smartest person in the room.

I loved going to Raider games. RIP to the most colorful Coach of all time.

The part about the rats and the horse being blind was played today on a local sports radio station I listen to, Such a terrible loss not just for football but for America, RIP coach you'll be missed!🙏🏈😥

John Madden was a brilliant coach! He was fun to watch on the side lines! He would put on a show and made the game exciting! I myself as a Raiders fan made it more fun! You will surely be missed. Make football fun in heaven and RIP!

Don this guy is such a treasure...just like your collection. Many thanks.

Rest in Peace in Heaven Coach Madden. Great to hear stories of him being a local guy from Daly City, CA. A true legend.. you will be missed.

At the time of this interview he was a legendary coach and new as a sportscaster. Now he is a legendary sportscaster who previously had been a coach

How natural a speaker he was.

A life very very well lived--loved what he did (and did it exceedingly well-both as a coach and commentator), a 62-year marriage, and 2 sons who are successes themselves--RIP Mr. Madden

My condolences to Mrs. Virgina Jo Fields Madden. You lost a Great Husband!

It’s great to see clips of John back when he was young and strong, at the top of his game.

John was God's perfect example of being great by simply being yourself.

i didnt understand football at all when i was a kid but i did love watching john on tv and hearing him on the radio, he's the reason i enjoyed football thru the years! , you will be missed john , r.i.p.

God bless John Madden this man was football he changed the game my condolences to his family

John's greatest line was stating that after coaching he wanted to spend more time with the family. He later discovered "spending time with the family is overrated."

Great job as always, Don. A nice way to remember Coach Madden.

Thank you, Don. Once again, your scholarship helps the rest of us to remember these greats. RIP Coach Madden...

Absolute legend. Miss his voice already.. Rest In Peace coach

I was a little kid in the 70's and began to love football watching games with my Dad and going to see our local Miami Dolphins in the glory days of that team. I remember seeing Madden on TV coaching the Raiders . He totally shaped my love for the game and called so many amazing games. Just felt like any game that he was calling was an event regardless of who was playing. God speed Coach.

I love all the videos you have put out, a great bit of history perserved and available to be watched anytime. Thanks for this. But to be honest, I am starting to get a bit queasy whenever I see a new one appear as it usually means the guest has either passed away or made news for some other reason. RIP John, you were one of a kind.

A legend had passed ! I became a Raider fan back in 1976 at the age of 7 because of John Madden seeing him on sidelines giving the reffs he'll and and showing emotions to his team he was as real as can be. I remember his big smile getting carried off the field after winning Super Bowl 11 and I said to myself this is football and I be a Raider Fan For Live ! One of the most hubble people I have ever heard speak I wish I could have met him I don't think there is one person in the NFL who said a bad word about him ever with his announcing and contributions to NFL he is on the MT Rushmore of the NFL for sure. R.I.P John Madden.

John Madden's been a wonderful human being, incredible coach, and broadcasting guru. He's not only touched my life but many millions of others He brought us a deeper level of appreciation of football. RIP Madden.

He and Pat Sumerall together, were just perfect. RIP

We're losing everyone that was special, with no one coming to fill their shoes. I am so happy I was able to experience these people before they passed because I know real talent is dead. Soul less NPCs and forced stature now. Thank you David...and thank you John(RIP).

RIP to the legend.

What a storyteller..I was tuned in to him a thousand percent. RIP coach

Super Bowl champion coach, one of the best football commentators ever and the author of the Madden NFL series. What an amazing life.

This was just incredible \tp see again. Thanks, Don, for posting it! RIP Mr. Madden

God bless you Coach. Thanks for always making football magic. I miss those days more than I thought possible.

Thank You! For all the games, playoffs, Thanksgivings, Superbowls, humor, good food, talent and professionalism. R.I.P. Uncle John.

@Don Giller, I really really Enjoyed this Episode of Letterman With John Madden. Thank you very much Don. For Uploading it on your KZfaq channel. That’s very nice of you

If only we could hear him say Tuff Actin Tinactin one more time 😭😭😭

Rest peacefully John Madden, you lived 85 years on this earth, winning a superbowl with the raiders.

IT'S CRAZY HOW WE ARE NOW IN 2022 AND I STILL AGREED WITH EVERYTHING JOHN MADDEN SAID! 🐐

Always interesting never boring. One of the Greats. Thanks Don.

Thank you Don. God Bless and RIP Coach.

One word describes John Madden the best, and that word was fun. No matter if it was a game, a commercial, or if you were on board his Madden Cruiser bus--he wanted you to have fun.

i am so greatfull to have watched so many great moments hosted by a true legendary icon.... one whom personified the will to be great but also inspired several generations..... your imprint on the game may never be matched.... see you soon coach

Amazing! I'm so happy we get to watch this at our leisure. What a time to be alive. RIP Coach

Football won't be the same without John Madden. Feel blessed to have met him by chance in of all places Cesars Palace in Las Vegas. He was gracious with his time and gladly signed an autograph for this young Raiders fan. A day I will cherish forever.

RIP John Madden. Forever immortalized by the games, and will continue to be a beloved voice for impressionists.

John Madden and Thanksgiving ,my favorite along with Pat Summerall

The bus ride stops at mom and pops restaurants all across the nation naming waitresses talking about and promoting the food made John seem so connected with common folks. That always stood out when so many on tv get disconnected from society . True art of color commentary a big man big personality never to big for society.

TY Don

Wow this is awesome to see...never knew John was ever on Dave's show. I am very proud to live my entire life in the town John was born in, Austin, Minnesota. RIP.

Hope you folks caught the All Madden special on Fox, it was on literally a few days before he passed away. Excellent show. Aikman said he was honored his whole career was narrararted by Madden, and that's what I really remember the most. Madden seemed to do all the Cowboys games for 12 years. Played, coached, taught and announced......what a Legend.

“Severe bleeps, I mean when you talk about bleeps, we’re talkin about good strong bleeps.” -John Madden Legend fuckin love that man

Love you John, thank you for all you did for everyone. You will be missed.

Madden!! THE BEST FOOTBALL ANNOUNCER OF ALL TIME!! Rest In Peace John!!

Man, he's the best storyteller in the NFL. There's no one like him these days. SAD!

He was simply the Best. When ever he was doing a game no matter who was playing it was special! Who can you say that about today? There are only two people in the last twenty years that passed away and it really effected me Mr Madden and Norm Macdonald! Rest In Peace Coach we really miss you!❤

Wow, Don, the music is stitched together seamlessly!

Absolute legend. John, Dave, Don, all 3.

Forty years to the date I am watching this. Take me back!

Thank you for this upload. You sure know how to find the best clip and the right time. Rest in peace, coach.

Always a legend: RIP Madden

RIP John Madden!

That was awesome !! Thanks for sharing these old videos of the legends !!

Never met the man, felt like I knew him all my life. Love ya and miss ya Coach.

Rest in Peace, John. Thank you for all the memories. We will miss you.

Sb43 was his last game he called. It was bittersweet for me as a Steeler fan, I was happy we got the win, but sad we wouldn't hear Madden calling games anymore. He was second to none.

Here in memorandum of a Legend .... watch all things Madden ... RIP Coach ...

What else can you say about the man? Everybody loved and respected him, he was a legend and an icon.

Thanks so much for sharing these treasures Don!!

Thanks for posting Don. Great stuff

Loved his passion for the game. RIP John.

Wow, he’ll be missed. I’m old enough to have watched Craig Morton play!

Nice touch Mr. Giller. R.I.P. John Madden

I knew that over the years that Letterman had Tim McCarver, Dan Dierdorf, Frank Gifford, Al Michaels, Dick Enberg, Phil Simms, Joe Garagiola, Bob Costas, Marv Albert, Vin Scully, Bob Uecker, and other sports announcers on the show. But, I had no idea that the real John Madden (not Frank Caliendo Madden like in the 2000s) came on Letterman!! I wonder if he ever did the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson? RIP John Madden and Thanks so much Don!

'Feed the mice' Brilliant and what a legend.

This is great stuff. John's quite entertaining and fun to listen to. Thanks, Don!

John Madden, a man for all seasons. Rest in peace Coach. 🖤👽

Thank You Mr. Don Giller 🙏🏼

Thank you again for these timely uploads.... from Seoul. You are doing god's work, really.