The football community was rocked by the news of the untimely death of former NFL running back Marion Barber on Wednesday.
The former Cowboys and Bears star made a huge impression throughout his seven-year career, thanks in large part to his patented ferocious, all-out running style which earned him the nickname "The Barbarian."
Among the many notable highlights Barber left behind was the infamous two-yard carry against the New England Patriots in which he somehow turned a seemingly inescapable safety into a short gain through sheer force of will.
Barber was for a time the most devastating short-yardage back in the game, racking up a whopping 28 touchdowns and averaging 4.8 yards per carry in a two-season span from 2006-07.
The 38-year-old's death was an occasion for countless tributes from players, journalists and fans on social media. Here's what some were saying on Twitter:
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