If you ask me how I want to be remembered, it is as a winner. You know what a winner is? A winner is somebody who has given his best effort, who has tried the hardest they possibly can, who has utilized every ounce of energy and strength within them to accomplish something. It doesn't mean that they accomplished it or failed, it means that they've given it their best. That's a winner.

In 2009 Jarrett married on March 4 which was intentionally set to coincide with Payton's jersey number. Along with Frank Gifford Payton threw six interceptions more than any other non-quarterback position in NFL history. A memorable game of the 1977 NFL season was against the Minnesota Vikings on November 20.

His eight career touchdown passes are an NFL record for non-quarterbacks. He is remembered as one of the most prolific running backs in the history of American football. His legacy includes the Walter Payton Award the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award and a heightened awareness of the need for organ donations.