Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Walter Payton breaks outside against the Packers
All Packers linebacker Brian Noble (#91) can do is look on as Walter Payton (#34) breaks outside on Green Bay's defense.
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Bill George - a Drawing by sports artist Rob Rigor in 1963
Bears linebacker Bill George sends a Packer that appears to be Jim Ringo to the ground in this Rob Rigor drawing from the early 1960s.
Bill George Chicago Bears 1952-1966
Chicago Bears Hall of Fame linebacker
Dan Hampton and William Perry Sack Boomer Esiason
Bears lineman William Perry (#72) and Dan Hampton (#99) meet in the backfield at Bengals quarterback Boomer Esiason (#7). Perry played 9 seasons in Chicago and chalked up 28½ sacks. Hampton, an NFL Hall of Famer, played 12 seasons and had 82.
Gale Sayers carries against the Cardinals
Zeke Bratkowski 1958 Chicago Bears Topps Card
Here he is pictured on his 1958 Chicago Bears Topps Card.
Richard Dent
Bears Lineman Stan Jones
Mike Ditka
Without a doubt, one of the most iconic figures of Pro Football. 5 Pro Bowls, 2 1st Team All Pro selections, a member of 2 different NFL championship teams and a Hall of Fame induction in 1988.
Bronko Nagurski and Beattie Feathers
No one symbolizes football of the 1930s like Bronko Nagurski. A charter member of the NFL Hall of Fame in 1963 he helped George Halas and the Chicago Bears to 3 Championships.
Here he is leading fellow team mate Beattie Feathers for a photo shoot.
Rams QB Roman Gabriel gets the Pass Away as the Bears Stan Jones applies pressure
Rams - Bears clash in the early 1960s. Roman Gabriel (#18) gets the pass off while Bears Hall of Famer Stan Jones (#78) applies pressure from the right. Other Rams pictured are Charlie Cowan (#73), Joe Wendryhoski (#54), Ben Wilson (#36) and Frank Varrichione (#70).
Mike Ditka - Head Coach
After a 12-year Hall of Fame career as a tight end he had a 14-year career as Head Coach - 11 of which was spent leading the Chicago Bears. He was also the winning coach of Super Bowl XX with a 46-10 trouncing of the New England Patriots.
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Chris Chandler
Lee Roy Selmon tackles Walter Payton in 1980 Bears - Bucs game
Buccaneers great Lee Roy Selmon brings down Walter Payton as the Bears runner looses his grip on the football. From Bears-Bucs action in 1980.
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Bill Wade scores in the 1963 NFL Championship Game with Ted Karras & Mike Pyle blocking
From the 1963 NFL Title game bewteen the New York and Chicago - QB Billy Wade gets behind the blocking of center Mike Pyle (#50) and guard Ted Karras (#67)to score on a 1 yard sneak and give the the Bears a 14-10 lead in the 3rd quarter. The score would stand throughout the rest of the game.
Walter Payton Sweetness
Sweetness - his nickname from his college days at Jackson State.
Bronko Nagurski and the 1934 NFL Title Game Against the Giants
Hall of Famer Mel Hein (#7) and the Giants defense bring down NFL legend Bronko Nagurski in the 1934 NFL Title game that pitted the Chicago Bears and New York Giants against each other. The Giants won 30-13 holding the great Nagurski to 68 yards and 1 touchdown.
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Bronko Nagurski Old School NFL
Old School NFL Running Back for the Chicago Bears from 1930 to 1943.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Walter Payton 1980 Chicago Bears Topps NFL Trading Card #160
His 1980 Topps card - An All Pro season he was 2nd in the league with 1460 yards rushing. Averaged 4.6 yards a carry and had 6 TD on the ground.
Gale Sayers Chicago Bears 1965-1971
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Sid Luckman Early NFL Quarterback
Chicago Bears Quarterback of the 1940s. Sid Luckman and the Bears were some of the first to use the forward pass to great effect on the offense. A 5-Time All Pro he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1965. In his 12-year career Luckman passed for over 14, 600 yards and 137 touchdowns. Not bad considering the majority of the seasons only lasted 10-
His best season was in 1943. That year he led the league with 2194 yards and 28 touchdowns as the Bears won the NFL Title with a 41-21 victory over Sam Baugh and the Washington Redskins. Sid had 5 touchdowns in the game and 286 yards passing. His ended up with 135.6 quarterback rating for the game.
Alan Page Chicago Bears NFL
Hall of Fame Defensive Lineman 1967-1981 for the Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Bears, Page was named to 9 Pro Bowls in his career.
Mike Ditka, Chicago Bears Old Time Photo
A youthful Mike Ditka poses for a Bear's PR Photo Op
Walter Payton Goes Over the Top Against the Steelers
Had 10 1000+ yard seasons from 1976 to 1986. The only season he didn't was the strike shortened year of 1982.
Walter Payton Carries Against Rams
Gaining yards against the Rams.
Bob Avellini 1980 Chicago Bears Topps Football Card #82
The Giants Defense Surrounds Billy Wade of the Bears
Giant defenders close in on Bears quarterback Billy Wade (#9) as lineman Bob Wetoska (#63) struggles to hold off Jim Katcavage (#75). Fullback Joe Marconi (#34) appears to have been already overcome.
Alan Page 1980 Chicago Bears Topps Football Card #205
NFL Legend Alan Page and his 1980 Topps card - his 14th season in the league and third with the Bears. Exteneded his game-start streak to 199 games by season's end. Scored a safety against the Saints in week 2 and touchdown on a fumble recovery against the Bengals in week 15.
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Bears Head Coach George Halas with Hall of Famer Stan Jones
Bears head coach George Halas on the Sideline with Hall of Fame lineman Stan Jones (Photo credit: Getty Images)
Paul Hornung of the Packers Carries Against the Bears Defense in 1960
NFL action from, we think 1960. Packers great Paul Hornung carries against the Chicago Bears defense. Those players identifiable in the picture are some of the best known players in the league at the time.
For Green Bay we have All Pro Forrest Gregg (#75), All Pro Paul Hornung (#5), All Pro Jim Ringo (#51), Fuzzy Thurston (#63) and All Pro Jerry Kramer (#64). For the Bears defense - Larry Morris (#33), Bill Bishop (#73), Earl Leggett (#71), Pro Bowler Doug Atkins (#81) and All Pro Bill George (#61).
Bears Great Mike Ditka 1961 to 1966
Played 6 seasons as a Bear and when he left in 1966 he was the #2 All-Time Bears leader for receptions.
Totaled 316 catches, 4503 yards and 34 touchdowns. 5 Pro Bowls and 2 All-Pro selections.
Chicago Bears Great Sid Luckman
With a gaping hole to enter the Bears Hall of Fame quarterback dashes through for a big gain.
Stan Jones Rushing Packers QB John Roach
Clash of two Hall of Famers from the early 60s. Stan Jones (#78) works around the block of Jerry Kramer (#64) in an effort to get to Packers quarterback John Roach (#10). Photo credit Getty Images)
Chicago Bears Runner Walter Payton
Gale Sayers carries against the Washington Redskins
Bill Osmanski
A first round draft pick of the George Halas and the Chicago Bears in 1939. Led the league in rushing with 699 yards as a rookie and was named to the All-Pro Team each of his first 3 seasons with the Bears.
1964 Chicago Bears Players Bill Wade, Jon Arnett, Ron Bull & Earl Leggett
From a 1964 exhibition game played at Tulane Stadium in New Orleans between the Cardinals and the Bears. The NFL was entertaining thoughts of adding a new expansion team in the deep south and using exhibition games to guage interest of the fans.
Harvey Martin and the Cowboys Close in on Walter Payton
Harvey Martin leads a host of Cowboys as they try to stop Walter Payton of the Bears.
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Gale Sayers Chicago Bears Hall of Fame Running Back
Still ranks #5 on the Bears franchise All-Time Leading Career Rushing Yardage List with 4956 yards. 5.0 YPC lifetime average.
Mike Singletary
A member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame's All-1980s team Singletary was named Defensive player of the year for 1985 and 1988.
Larry Morris has Bill Brown by the Ankle in 1964
Vikings runner Bill Brown tries to shake off Bears linebacker Larry Morris as Morris holds onto Browns ankle. Kicker/Linebacker Roger LeClerc (#83) moves over to assist.
Sid Luckman
The son of German Jewish immigrants, Luckman was a 1st-Round Draft pick from Colombia University in 1939. Chosen by the Chicago Bears he played 11 seasons in the NFL and was voted into the Hall of Fame in 1965.
Bears Championship Quarterback Billy Wade
Led the Bears to an NFL title in 1963. Scored both Bear touchdowns in the 14-10 win over the Giants.
Bart Starr passing against Bill George and Earl Leggett of the Bears
Classic Packers-Bears clash in the early 1960s. As linebacker Bill George (#61) gazes intently at Bart Starr (#15) watching for some indication of the developing plays direction, Bears lineman Earl Leggett (#61) makes advances despite the objections of Packers guard Fuzzy Thurston (#63). Fullback Jimmy Taylor (#31) gets ready to assist.
Trace Armstrong
A 2nd round draft pick from Florida in 1989 he played 6 seasons with Chicago.
Dan Marino under Pressure from Dan Hampton
Dolphin Quarterback Dan Marino (#13) is under pressure from Chicago Bears great Dan Hampton (#99).
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Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Mike Ditka - Head Coach
Bears Head Coach Mike Ditka on the sidelines with quarterback Jim Harbaugh. Harbaugh quarterbacked in Chicago from 1987 to 1993 and would coach the 49ers in the NFL one day.
Bronko Nagurski in the 1934 Sneakers Game
Chicago Bears fullback gets set to receive a handoff from quarterback Carl Brumbaugh during the 1934 Championship game against the Giants. Forever known as the "Sneakers Game" - so named because Giants players changed their foot gear to sneakers at half-time to give them better traction on the frozen field. The Giants won 30-13.
Neal Anderson 1991 Fleer Chicago Bears Football Card #212
1991 was his 4th consecutive season as a Pro Bowler. Led the Bears in Rushing with 747 yards as well as 9 Total Touchdowns scored.
Walter Payton
Bears QB Billy Wade Passes Against the Detroit Lions in 1961
Newly acquired from the Rams Billy Wade (#9) has a tremendous day against the Lions in 1961. He hit End Farrington with 98-yard TD pass. It was the longest touchdown pass of the year. He ended up completing 13 of 25 passes for 330 yards and 2 touchdowns. He also had a 1-yard keeper for a score in the Bears 31-17 win over the Lions that day.
Also pictured above are Bears lineman Art Anderson (#79) and Mike Pyle (#50). For the Lions defense - Hall of Famer Yale Lary (#28) and longtime Lions player Dennis McCord (#78).
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Mike Singletary and Mark Carrier| Chicago Bears 1991
Mark Carrier and Mike Singletary - Standout defensive players of the Chicago Bears shown here around the 1991 NFL season.
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Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Richard Dent
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Bears LB Doug Buffone & DB Dick Daniels Stop a Giants Runner in 1970
Chicago Bears - 1970. Longtime linebacker Doug Buffone stops a Giants ball carrier with the help of defensive back Dick Daniels.
Johnny Unitas blocking Dave Whitsell
Colts quarterback Johnny Unitas (#19) squares up on Bears safety Dave Whitsell (#23). Also identifiable in this picture from 1964 are Bears lineman Stan Jones (#78) and Doug Atkins (#81). Colts center Dick Szymanski (#52) can be seen as well.
Bill Wade scores against the packers Herb Adderley & Willie Wood in 1963
1963 Packers-Bears. Willie Wood and Herb Adderley get outrun by Chicago quarterback Bill Wade as he scores on a rollout against the Packers in 1963.
Doug Buffone 1967 Philadelphia Gum Trading Card
Football Trading Card for Chicago Bear Legend Doug Buffone printed by the Philadelphia Gum Company for the 1967 NFL Season.
Fran Tarkington eludes Stan Jones | Bears vs Vikings
Vikings signal caller Fran Tarkington (#10) eludes the advances of Bears Hall of Fame defensive lineman Stan Jones (#78). Vikings receiver Paul Flately looks like he's switching gears to throw a block.
George McAfee
Joined the Chicago Bears in 1940 after an incredible Senior year at Duke. At 170 pounds, he was considered small even by that era standards but quickly quited his critics when he scored the winning touchdown on a 75-yard punt return in the final minute of his first NFL game. He was nick-named "One-Play McAfee" because of his big play scoring potential on the field. He played running back, defensive back, kicker, punter and even returned kicks. In 1941 he led the league with a 7.3 yards-per-carry average and scored 12 touchdowns.
Chuck Howley, Dallas Cowboys and Brian Piccolo, Chicago Bears
Bears and Cowboys 1968. Cowboy Chuck Howley and Bear Brian Piccolo collide. The Cowboy to the right is linebacker Lee Roy Jordan.
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Archie Manning Under Pressure From Chicago Bears
Under pressure from the Chicago Bears. He was sacked a total of 396 times in his 15 year career.
George McAfee
Joined the Chicago Bears in 1940 after an incredible Senior year at Duke. At 170 pounds, he was considered small even by that era standards but quickly quited his critics when he scored the winning touchdown on a 75-yard punt return in the final minute of his first NFL game. He was nick-named "One-Play McAfee" because of his big play scoring potential on the field. He played running back, defensive back, kicker, punter and even returned kicks. In 1941 he led the league with a 7.3 yards-per-carry average and scored 12 touchdowns.
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Billy Wade Sacked during the 1963 NFL Title Game against the Giants
Bears quarterback Bill Wade after being sacked during the 1963 NFL Title Game against the Giants. Giants shown are Sam Huff (#70), Alber Gursky (#33) & John LeVetere (#76)
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Mike Singletary
A member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame's All-1980s team Singletary was named Defensive player of the year for 1985 and 1988.
Gale Sayers, 1969 Chicago Bears
The NFL's leading ground gainer in 1966 with 1231 rushing yards and again in 1969 with 1032 - Chicago Bears great Gale Sayers.
Mike Ditka in 1964
Mike Ditka as a Tight End for the Chicago Bears in 1964
Bill Osmanski
A first round draft pick of the George Halas and the Chicago Bears in 1939. Led the league in rushing with 699 yards as a rookie and was named to the All-Pro Team each of his first 3 seasons with the Bears.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Eric Dickerson Swallowed up by the Bears Defense
Hall of Fame Runningback Eric Dickerson loses the football as he is stopped cold by Mike Singletary (#50), Dan Hampton (#99) among others of that great Chicago Bears defense of the 80s.
Dan Hampton 1991 Pro Set Legends #696
A 12-year career with the Chicago Bears that included 161 total starts, an All Pro selection, 4 Pro Bowls, a Super Bowl Championship and a Hall of Fame induction in 2002. Defensive lineman Dan Hampton is included here in the 1991 Pro Set Legends set.
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Dan Hampton 1981 Chicago Bears Topps NFL Football Trading Card #316
His 3rd year in the NFL - the future Hall of Famer was the Bears co-leader in sacks with 9.
George McAfee
Joined the Chicago Bears in 1940 after an incredible Senior year at Duke. At 170 pounds, he was considered small even by that era standards but quickly quited his critics when he scored the winning touchdown on a 75-yard punt return in the final minute of his first NFL game. He was nick-named "One-Play McAfee" because of his big play scoring potential on the field. He played running back, defensive back, kicker, punter and even returned kicks. In 1941 he led the league with a 7.3 yards-per-carry average and scored 12 touchdowns.
Chicago Bears Defensive Lineman Stan Jones and Earl Leggett
Two of the Bears veteran lineman of the late 1950s and early 1960s - Stan Jones (#78) and Earl Leggett (#71). Were both starters on the 1963 Bears squad that won the NFL title.
Neal Anderson Chicago Bears 1991 Pro Set Card
His Chicago Bears 1991 Pro Set Trading Card. That year he led the Bears with 747 yards and 6 touchdowns rushing. He also had 47 receptions for another 368 yards and 3 scores.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Jim Grabowski running against the Chicago Bears Defense
Dan Hampton, "Danimal" of the Chicago Bears
12-Year Hall of Fame player for the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990. Started 151 games.
The Bears Mike Ditka
Turning up and heading into the open field after one of his 316 passes he caught with Chicago. Receiver Dick Gordon looks on from a distance.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Chicago Bears Great Walter Payton
Arguably the best running back ever in the history of the NFL. Presently #2 on the All Time Career Rushing Leaders with 16,726 yards.
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Mike Ditka
6 seasons with the Bears and 5 Pro Bowl Appearances
Receiving Statistics with Chicago
| Games |
Catches |
Yards |
Average |
Longest |
TDs |
| 84 |
316 |
4503 |
14.3 |
76 |
34 |
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Jim Taylor dives over Jerry Kramer and Rookie Dick Butkus
Rookie Dick Butkus leads the Chicago Bears defense in a goal-line stand against Jerry Kramer & Jim Taylor of the Green Bay Packers in 1965. Also seen is #76, Packers tackle Bob Skoronski and that's QB Zeke Bratkowski in the background.
Chris Chandler
George Blanda, Chicago Bears
Doug Buffone and Dick Butkus
Gale Sayers carries against the Baltimore Colts
George McAfee
Inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in 1966, George McAfee was an explosive runner who was compare to such legends as Jim Thorpe when he played in the early-1940s. His career was shorten by 3 years in the Navy during World War II but he managed a total of 39 touchdowns and averaged 4.9 yards a carry in his 8-year career. Named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame All-1940s Team he was an All-Pro in 1941.
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Jim Taylor Fumbles as Doug Atkins & Rosey Taylor Move In
As a Bear defender lays a ferocious hit on the Packers Jim Taylor, the ball hits the ground as Doug Atkins (#81) and Grambling product Rosey Taylor (#24) get set to pounce on it.
Richard Dent
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Stan Jones, Chicago Bears Lineman
Bears Hall of Famer who was an All Pro Offensive Lineman during his first 9 years in the league and ended up a stating defensive lineman his final 4.
Sid Luckman with Bobby Layne and Johnny Lujack in 1948
Bears Veteran Sid Luckman poses with his 2 backups - Johnny Lujack and rookie Bobby Layne in 1948. By 1948 Luckman was in his 10th NFL season and had 6 All Pro Years, 3 All Star Games and 4 NFL Championships.
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Zeke Bratkowski
The NCAA's leading passer when he graduated from Georgia, he was the second round draft pick of the Bears in 1953. He played a total of 5 years with Chicago where he had an 11 and 5 record as a starter.
Warrick Dunn - Tampa Bay Bucs vs Chicago Bears 2000 NFL Season
TAMPA, FL - SEPTEMBER 10: Running Back Warrick Dunn #28 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers runs the ball against the Chicago Bears at Raymond James Stadium on September 10, 2000 in Tampa, Florida. The Buccaneers won 41-0. (photo by J Stem/Tampa Bay Buccaneers)
Walter Payton of the Chicago Bears against the 49ers
The NFL's All-Time Leading Rusher from 1984 to 2002. Finished his career with 16,726 yards.
Chicago Bears Head Coach Mike Ditka
After a 12-year Hall of Fame career as a tight end he had a 14-year career as Head Coach - 11 of which was spent leading the Chicago Bears. He was also the winning coach of Super Bowl XX with a 46-10 trouncing of the New England Patriots.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
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Gale Sayers and the Chicago Bears Sideline in 1967
Gale Sayers sits on the sideline with several of his Bears teammates sometime in 1967.
From left to right - Sayers - #40, #60 - Doug Kriewald, #73 - Frank Cornish, #76 - John Johnson, #62 - Mike Reilly, #8- - Jimmy Jones, #65 Randy Jackson and at the far right - #41 - Brian Piccolo.
Doug Flutie
NFL and CFL Quarterback Doug Flutie played a total of 19 years in Professional Football is shown here as a Chicago Bear.
1978 Topps Card #333 | 1977 NFL Rushing Leaders Walter Payton and Mark van Eeghen -
The league's rushing leaders of 1977 published in the 1978 Topps set. Raider Mark van Eeghen had 1273 yards while the Bears Walter Payton had 1852.
Gale Sayers carries against the Falcons
Mike Ditka - Head Coach
After a 12-year Hall of Fame career as a tight end he had a 14-year career as Head Coach - 11 of which was spent leading the Chicago Bears. He was also the winning coach of Super Bowl XX with a 46-10 trouncing of the New England Patriots.
Gale Sayers 1-yard plunge in 1965 against the 49ers
1965 Rookie of the Year Gale Sayers flies over 49er linebacker Dave Wilcox (#64) to score his 5th of 6 touchdowns he made against San Francisco on that day. An absolutely monumental effort from Sayers he scored on an 80-yard catch-and-run, a 21-yard run, a 7-yard run, a 50-yard run, the 1-yard plunge here and on an 85-yard punt return. What's remarkable is, counting carries, punt returns and receptions, he only had 16 touches the with a grand total of 336 yards. That's a 21.0 yards-per-touch average.
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Stan Jones, Bears Lineman
Walter Payton Goes Up & Over to Score Against the Vikings
"Sweetness" goes airborne to score on the Minnesota Vikings defense. In his 13-year NFL career he scored a total of 125 touchdowns - 110 on the ground.
Bill Brown Runs Against the Bears Defense
Vikings fullback Bill Brown breaks into the open field as Bears defender Ritchie Petitbon moves up to stop him.
Sid Luckman
The son of German Jewish immigrants, Luckman was a 1st-Round Draft pick from Colombia University in 1939. Chosen by the Chicago Bears he played 11 seasons in the NFL and was voted into the Hall of Fame in 1965.
Dan Hampton Chicago Bears Hall of Fame
Hall of Famer from the 1980s decade. Major player in one of the NFL's most dominate defenses ever. Credited with 57 sacks in his career, ranks #3 on the Bears All-Time sacks list.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Bronko Nagurski
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Neal Anderson 1989 Chicago Bears
From the 1989 game against the Buccaneers. He had an even 100 yards rushing and a touchdown. 1989 was his best season as a pro. His 1275 yards was 4th best in the league.
Mike Ditka, Chicago Bears Tight End in 1963
A shot of Bears All Pro tight end Mike Ditka on the Chicago sideline around 1963.
Trace Armstrong 1990 Chicago Bears Score Football Card #209
The second-year defensive end from from Florida on his 1990 Score card. Was 2nd on the Bears team in sacks with 10 and was also credited with 82 tackles.
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Zeke Bratkowski under pressure from Bears Fred Williams & Maury Youmans 1961 NFL
Rams quarterback Zeke Bratkowski (#12) finds himself under fire from Bears lineman Fred Williams (#75) & Maury Youmans (#82) during the 1961 NFL season.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Tommy Nobis of the Falcons and Gale Sayers of the Bears -1960s NFL
Chicago Bears great Gale Sayers (#40) gets wrapped up by Falcons linebacker Tommy Nobis (#60).
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Bill Brown, Vikings stopped by Roosevelt Taylor & Earl Leggett of the Bears
This Minneapolis Tribune news clipping shows Bill Brown trying to hurdle over Roosevelt Taylor in this early 1960s clash between the Bears & Vikings. #20 is Tommy Mason and Earl Leggett is #71. That could be Doug Atkins behind Leggett.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Gale Sayers and the Packers Defender Willie Wood
The Hall of Fame Bears runner squares off against Packers great Willie Wood.
Mike Ditka - Head Coach
Mike Ditka - Chicago Bears Head Coach
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Johnny Unitas under Pressure from Bears Linebacker Dick Butkus
Dick Butkus and others of Bears pressure Colts QB Johnny Unitas
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Bears Linebacker Mike Singletary
One of the most dominant middle linebackers during the 1980s decade - 10 Pro Bowls and 7 All Pro Teams during his 12-year career.
Neal Anderson
Graduate of Florida, was Chicago's 1st-round draft pick in 1986. Got the chance to become the Bears starting runner in 1988 and responded with a 1000+ yard with season with 12 touchdowns. Gained over a thousand yards 3 consecutive years (1988 t0 1990). When he retired in 1993 he was the 2nd leading rusher in Chicago Bears history with 6166 yards. As of 2019 he is still #3 in that category and #2 in All-Time Bears Touchdowns scored.
Neal Anderson
Graduate of Florida, was Chicago's 1st-round draft pick in 1986. Got the chance to become the Bears starting runner in 1988 and responded with a 1000+ yard with season with 12 touchdowns. Gained over a thousand yards 3 consecutive years (1988 t0 1990). When he retired in 1993 he was the 2nd leading rusher in Chicago Bears history with 6166 yards. As of 2019 he is still #3 in that category and #2 in All-Time Bears Touchdowns scored.
Giants QB Earl Morrall Rushed by Bears Dick Evey & Doug Atkins
Giants quarterback Earl Morrall comes under some duress from Bears Dick Evey and Doug Atkins. Morrall spent 3 seasons with the Giants. He was the starter in 1965, won 7 games and threw 22 touchdowns.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Bronko Nagurski
Billy Wade & Bob Wetoska | 1963 Chicago Bears
Bob Wetoska holds off Giant defender Jim Katcavage as quarterback Billy Wade sets up pass during the 1963 NFL Title Game.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Mike Singletary 1990 Chicago Bears Score NFL Football Trading Card #3
1990 Score - Had a another great season making his 8th straight Pro Bowl. Led the Bears with 151 tackles. Registered 20 against the Broncos in Week 11 and 17 against the Raiders in Week 4. Registered 11 stops twice - in Week 12 against the Vikings and in Week 14 against the Redskins. Named Walter Payton Man of the Year as well.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Jim Harbaugh of the Bears & Todd Scott of the Vikings
Alan Page
Hall of Fame Defensive Lineman 1967-1981 for the Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Bears
Neal Anderson
Graduate of Florida, was Chicago's 1st-round draft pick in 1986. Got the chance to become the Bears starting runner in 1988 and responded with a 1000+ yard with season with 12 touchdowns. Gained over a thousand yards 3 consecutive years (1988 t0 1990). When he retired in 1993 he was the 2nd leading rusher in Chicago Bears history with 6166 yards. As of 2019 he is still #3 in that category and #2 in All-Time Bears Touchdowns scored.
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Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Red Grange Chicago Bears
Hall of Fame Runner for the Chicago Bears from 1925-1934.
Dan Hampton and William Perry Sack Boomer Esiason
Major components of the famous "46" Defense of the Chicago Bears in the 1980s, lineman Dan Hampton and William Perry converge on Bengals quarterback Boomer Esiason.
Sonny Jurgensen passes under pressure from the Chicago Bears Defense in 1968
Redskin QB Sonny Jurgensen hangs in the pocket under pressure from the Chicago Bears defense. Bear #55 is longtime linebacker Doug Buffone. We think this picture is from around 1968 and the Bear in the background #86, Loyd Phillips.
Mike Singletary and Steve McMichael sack Joe Montana in 1985
Members of the dreaded Bears Defense of 1985 - Mike Singletary and Steve McMichael converge on 49ers quarterback Joe Montana during the Week 6 clash between Chicago and San Francisco. Montana was sacked a total of 7 times in the 26-10 Bears win.
Dan Hampton and Richard Dent Pressure Dieter Brock
Rams quarterback Dieter Brock under pressure from Bears lineman Dan Hampton (#99) and Richard Dent (#95) during the 1985 NFC Championship game. Both Dent and Hampton posted sacks as the Bears defense dominated in a 24-0 shutout. Brock was sacked a total of 3 times and had an interception as he only completed 10 of 33 passes for 66 yards.
Stan Jones and Joe Fortunato rushing Eagles QB King Hill
Eagles quarterback King Hill (#10) comes under intense pressure from Bear defenders Stan Jones (#78), Joe Fortunato (#31).
Ed Podolak runs against Doug Buffone and the Chicago Bears Defense in 1973
Chiefs running back Ed Podolak (#14) had a big day against the Bears in 1973 rushing for 134 yards on 28 carries. Here Bears linebacker Doug Buffone (#55) and other members of Chicago's defense work to bring him down. #68 is Bears defensive tackle Jim Osborne who played 13 seasons for the Bears.
Mike Ditka Blocks for Johnny Morris | Chicago Bears
One of the most physical tight ends to ever play the game, here he takes out a defender to spring Bear's receiver Johnny Morris.
Richard Dent | October 27 1991 Game Day Cover
The legendary Chicago Bears defensive end graces the cover of the week 9 issue of Gameday Magazine, October 27, 1991
Bill Brown of the Vikings and Ed O' Bradovich, Doug Atkins & Dave Whitsell of the Bears in 1966 NFL
Here comes Bill Brown (#30)! The Vikings fullback has a full head of steam as he blasts past Bears defenders Doug Atkins (#81), Ed O' Bradovich (#87) & Dave Whitsell (#23). In 1966 Bill Brown was the NFL's #4 leading rusher with 829 yards.
Richard Dent 1990 Chicago Bears Score NFL Football Trading Card #28
An 8-year NFL veteran in 1990 he enjoyed a Pro Bowl season - 12 sacks, 81 tackles, 3 interceptions and 3 fumble recoveries. He even had a 45-yard fumble return touchdown against the Lions.
Mike Ditka 1967 Philadelphia Eagles Philadelphia Brand Football Card #29
After 6 seasons with Chicago he was traded to Philadelphia for QB Jack Concannon in 1967. Slowed down by injuries he only started 6 games.
Rudy Bukich passing to Mike Ditka as Deacon Jones Rushes In
Bears quarterback Rudy Bukich (#10) gets the pass off to Mike Ditka (#89) as Rams Hall of Famer Deacon Jones (#75) comes in full steam. Ram #88 is linebacker Tony Guillory.
Bob Avellini
Red Grange
Zeke Bratkowski 1955 Chicago Bears Bowman NFL Trading Card #154
Bears QB Zeke Brakowski and his 1955 Bowman card, but he didn't play in 1955 or in 1956 either. After an impressive rookie year in 1954 he served 2 years in the Air Force before returning to the Bears in 1957.
Paul Flately, Minnesota Vikings Rookie in 1963
Vikings receiver Paul Flately makes a catch against Dave Whitsell of the Bears in 1963.
Rookie Mike Ditka, Chicago Bears 1961
The Bears 1st round pick of 1961 - Pittsburgh Tight End Mike Ditka. Ditka had a phenomenal rookie year - Along with being the Bear's leading receiver he was 5th in the league in pass catches (56), 4th in receiving yards (1076) and 2nd in touchdown catches (12).
Classic Old School NFL - Colts & Bears. Johnny Unitas, Doug Atkins, Jim Parker and Alan Ameche
Some classic old school NFL. Bears and Colts. Doug Atkins and another unidentifiable Bear defender assail Colts QB Johnny Unitas. Fullback Alan Ameche along with the great Jim Parker (#77) keep them at bay.
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Wilber Marshall
Walter Payton Gets Behind the Blocking of Mark Bortz
Getting behind the blocking of 6'-6" 280 pound Mark Bortz.
All in all he ended up with 77 100+ yard rushing games - that ranks 2nd in the NFL record books.
Mike Singletary tackles Eric Dickerson
A member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame's All-1980s team Singletary was named Defensive player of the year for 1985 and 1988.
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Walter Payton carries against the Packers Johnnie Gray & Mike Butler
Wit Packers defensive players Johnnie Gray (#24) & Mike Butler (#77) close behind, Bears legend Walter Payton (#34) rips through the Green Bay defense in 1977.
Bill George NFL Linebacker, Chicago Bears
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Gale Sayers Bears Running Back
Sid Luckman
The son of German Jewish immigrants, Luckman was a 1st-Round Draft pick from Colombia University in 1939. Chosen by the Chicago Bears he played 11 seasons in the NFL and was voted into the Hall of Fame in 1965.
Mike Ditka
6 seasons with the Bears and 5 Pro Bowl Appearances
Receiving Statistics with Chicago
| Games |
Catches |
Yards |
Average |
Longest |
TDs |
| 84 |
316 |
4503 |
14.3 |
76 |
34 |
Mike Ditka - Head Coach
After a 12-year Hall of Fame career as a tight end he had a 14-year career as Head Coach - 11 of which was spent leading the Chicago Bears. He was also the winning coach of Super Bowl XX with a 46-10 trouncing of the New England Patriots.
Doug Atkins & Dick Evey Sack Bart Starr
Bears defensive ends Doug Atkins (#81) & Dick Evey (#79) converge on Packers quarterback Bart Starr (#15).
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Gale Sayers carries against the St Louis Cardinals Defense
Bill George 1961 Chicago Bears Topps Football Trading Card #16
On his 1961 Topps card. 1961 was a very good year for the Hall of Fame linebacker. He was named to his 8th straight Pro Bowl and made his 7th straight All Pro Team. Had 3 interceptions, 2 fumble recoveries and was unofficially credited with 11½ sacks.
Mike Ditka
Rookie of the Year in 1961, Bears Tight End Mike Ditka had an outstanding year his first NFL season hauling in 56 catches for 1076 yards and 12 touchdowns. His 19.2 yards-per-catch-average was 4th best in the league as well.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Carl Garrett grabbing Jim Marshall's facemask in 1973
Bears running back Carl Garett "adjusts" the facemask of Vikings great Jim Marshall a bit in 1973.
Bill George & Larry Morris with YA Tittle 1963 Bears- Giants NFL Title Game
Bears linebackers Bill George (#61) & Larry Morris (#33) have just brought a little heat on Giants QB YA Tittle (#14) during the 1963 NFL Championship game. The Bears pulled this one out 14-10 as the Bears defense collected 5 Giants interceptions in the win.
Joe Morrison (#40) doesn't look happy.
Lee Roy Selmon closes in on Dave Williams of the Chicago Bears
Buccaneers Hall of Fame defensive tackle Lee Roy Selmon (#63) closes in on (we think) Dave Williams of the Bears.
George McAfee
One of the most exciting players of the 1940s he averaged almost 5 yards a carry in his career. His 12.8 yards-per-punt-return is still a record an All-Time NFL record.
Willie Davis and Ray Nitschke chase Rudy Bukich
From the look on his face, Bears quarterback Rudy Bukich (#10) knows exactly what's coming as Green Bay Packer Hall of Famers Willie Davis (#87) and Ray Nitschke (#66) converge on him.
Gale Sayers Chicago Bears
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Rookie Mike Ditka scores against the 49ers in 1961
As rookie in 1961, the Bears Mike Ditka had an incredible season with 56 catches, 1076 yards and 12 touchdowns. Here he scores one of the two TDs he had against San Francisco.
Dick Butkus Chasing Roger Staubach
Bears linebacker gives chase the Cowboys QB Roger Staubach
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Donny Anderson hit by Dick Butkis
Packers halfback Donny Anderson carries the ball as Bears legend Dick Butkis wraps him up.
Jon Arnett gets away from Doug Atkins
Jon Arnett of the LA Rams give big Doug Atkins of the Chicago Bears the slip and wastes no time heading upfield.
Red Grange Chicago Bears
Richard Dent
Richard Dent Sacks Brad Johnson
Richard Dent brings down Viking quarterback Brad Johnson. The Hall of Fame Bears defensive lineman racked up a total of 125.5 sacks in his 12-year career in Chicago.
Wilber Marshall
Chicago Bears QB Dave Krieg, 1996
19 Year Veteran Quarterback who spent time with 6 different NFL teams. Passed for over 38,000 yards, 261 touchdowns and finished with a lifetime 58.5 completion percentage of 5311 attempts.
Sid Luckman
The son of German Jewish immigrants, Luckman was a 1st-Round Draft pick from Colombia University in 1939. Chosen by the Chicago Bears he played 11 seasons in the NFL and was voted into the Hall of Fame in 1965.
Bob Avellini
Started 50 games for the Bears from 1975 to 1984. Still ranks #9 among Chicago Bears All Time Passing Yardage Leaders with 7111 yards.
Doug Buffone Chicago Bears
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Richard Dent
Chicago Bears Running Back Bronko Nagurski
NFL Hall of Fame Running Back from the 1930s. Bronko Nagurski played his entire football career for the Chicago Bears.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Mike Ditka
6 seasons with the Bears and 5 Pro Bowl Appearances
Receiving Statistics with Chicago
| Games |
Catches |
Yards |
Average |
Longest |
TDs |
| 84 |
316 |
4503 |
14.3 |
76 |
34 |
Young Mike Ditka 1961 Chicago Bears
The 1st round pick of the Chicago Bears in 1961 Mike Ditka was an All American at the University of Pittsburgh. He was also drafted by the Houston Oilers of the AFL.
Bill George and Doug Atkins on Bears Bench
Bears Hall of Famers Bill George (#61) and Doug Atkins (#81) together on the Chicago sideline. (Photo credit Getty Images and Rob Rigor)
Doug Flutie 1987 Chicago Bears Topps Football Card #45
While featured as a member of the Bears, in 1987 he was traded to the New England Patriots just before the start of the season. Only played 1 game and that was a victory over the Oilers with the strike replacement team.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Billy Wade, 1962 Chicago Bears Quarterback
Joined the Bears in 1961 and led them to an NFL: Championship in 1963.
Tom Fears, Rams makes a catch against George McAfee of the Bears in 1950
1950 NFL action between the Bears and Rams - Tom Fears, All-Pro receiver for Los Angeles makes a catch against Bears legend George McAfee. In 1950 Fears led the NFL with a then record of 84 catches and 1116 yards.
Red Grang Hal of Fame
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Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Mike Singletary 1990 Chicago Bears NFL Pro Set Football Card #57
From the 1990 edition of NFL Pro Set Football cards - The Bears Hall of Fame linebacker was named to his 8th consecutive Pro Bowl in 1990.
Mike Ditka - Head Coach
After a 12-year Hall of Fame career as a tight end he had a 14-year career as Head Coach - 11 of which was spent leading the Chicago Bears. He was also the winning coach of Super Bowl XX with a 46-10 trouncing of the New England Patriots.
Dan Hampton Arkansas
The former 1st-round pick of the Chicago Bears is shown here during his days at Arkansas where he was selected as Southwest Conference Defensive Player of the Year in 1978.
Chicago Bears QB Billy Wade
Bill Osmanski
A first round draft pick of the George Halas and the Chicago Bears in 1939. Led the league in rushing with 699 yards as a rookie and was named to the All-Pro Team each of his first 3 seasons with the Bears.
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Walter Payton and Matt Suey of the Chicago Bears in the 1980s
The NFL's best rushing team of the 1980s was the Chicago Bears. Altogether they totaled 23,321 rushing yards during that decade. Over half of those yards (12,442) were accounted for by the two men here - Walter Payton (#34) and fullback Matt Suhey (#26). They were together from 1980 to 1987.
Red Grange
Gale Sayers 96 yard kick off return TD vs the Vikings in 1965
1965 NFL Rookie sensation Gale Sayers leaves Tom Hall (#28) & Jim Marshall (#70) as well as the rest of the Viking special team behind as he gallops along for a 65-yard kick-off return touchdown. This was #3 of a total of 4 touchdowns Sayers had in the 45-37 Bear victory.
Wilber Marshall
Mike Singletary 1991 Chicago Bears Pro Set Football Card #5
His 9th consecutive Pro Bowl year with Chicago as well as his 7th All Pro selection.
Walter Payton Dives Over Broncos Defenders in 1983
1983 NFL - Bears great Walter Payton (#34) makes some positive yards against the Broncos defense. Stopping him are linebacker Steve Busick (#58) and defensive back Dennis Smith (#49). Also shown is Bears lineman Kurt Becker (#79). Payton carried the ball 23 times this game for 91 yards in a 31-14 Chicago victory.
Red Grange
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
NFL Doug Buffone Bears Linebacker
Longtime Chicago Bears Linebacker
Bill Osmanski Scores Against Washington in the 1940 Championship
A fourth round draft pick out of Alabama A&M Stallworth played for the Pittsburgj Steelers from 1974 to 1987. He made the Pro Bowl 3 times and played in 4 Super Bowl victories. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2002.
Bears Linebacker Bill George
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Bill Osmanski
3-Time Pro Bowl Fullback of the Chicago Bears. Played from 1939 to 1947 on 4 Championship teams. A graduate of Holy Cross, he served in the US Navy from 1944-1945 during World War II.
George McAfee
Inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in 1966, George McAfee was an explosive runner who was compare to such legends as Jim Thorpe when he played in the early-1940s. His career was shorten by 3 years in the Navy during World War II but he managed a total of 39 touchdowns and averaged 4.9 yards a carry in his 8-year career. Named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame All-1940s Team he was an All-Pro in 1941.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Colorized Photograph of Red Grange
A exquisitely done colorized photograph of the "Galloping Ghost".
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
George McAfee
Inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in 1966, George McAfee was an explosive runner who was compare to such legends as Jim Thorpe when he played in the early-1940s. His career was shorten by 3 years in the Navy during World War II but he managed a total of 39 touchdowns and averaged 4.9 yards a carry in his 8-year career. Named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame All-1940s Team he was an All-Pro in 1941.
Bill Brown, Chicago Bears Rookie in 1961
The Bears 2nd round pick of 1961 - All-Big 10 fullback from Illinois Bill Brown. While his rookie season wasn't that remarkable, he was traded to the Vikings in 1962 (for a 4th round draft pick) where he would stay until 1974 and leave as the Vikings All Time Leading Franchise rusher. George Halas reportedly admitted it was the worst trade he ever made.
Eric Dickerson of the Rams gets outside of the Bears Mike Richardson & Otis Wilson
Eric Dickerson (#29) of the Los Angeles Rams led the NFL in rushing with a rookie record 1808 yards in 1983. Th enext season he broke OJ Simpson's NFL single-season record with 2105 yards on the ground. Here he breaks outside of the Bear defenders Mike Richardson (#27) and Otis Wilson (#55). Rams QB Jeff Kemp (#9) is in the background.
Ted Fritsch carries against Bulldog Turner and the Bears in 1946
Packers fullback Ted Fritsch (#64) carries outside against Bears Hall of Famer Bulldog Turner (#66) here in early Bears-Packers action in 1946.
Bob Lilly, 1964 Dallas Cowboys All Pro
Cowboys All Pro defensive tackle Bob Lilly (#74) brings down Bears runner Charlie Bivins. We think #67, the Bear player on the ground behind Lilly is Ted Karras, brother of Hall of Fame defensive tackle Alex Karras.
Larry Morris & Doug Atkins injure YA Tittle during the 1963 Bears/Giants Title Game
From the 1963 NFL Title Game between New York and Chicago. Giants QB YA Tittle has his leg rolled up during the 1st quarter as Bears linebacker Larry Morris (#33) comes in low. Big Doug Atkins (#81) comes in to assist. Tittle played the rest of the game hurting.
Bears Linebacker Bill George 1961
Bears Hall of Fame Linebacker Bill George played 15 years and was selected to 8 All Pro teams. Here he is in the early 1960s.
Wilber Marshall and Gary Fencik Tackle an Eagle Receiver
2 members of that solid Bears defense of the 80s, Wilber Marshall and Gary Fencik, bring down an Eagles receiver.
Walter Payton Chicago Bears
Joe Schmidt, Alex Karras and the Detroit Lions defense closes in on Gale Sayers in 1965
Bears rookie runner Gale Sayers is closed in by Detroit Lions defenders Joe Schmidt and Alex Karras in 1965.
Dan Hampton tackles Greg Hawthorne in Super Bowl XX
The 1985 Chicago Bears defense was one of the best squads in NFL history and they didn't miss a step against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XX. It was one of the most dominating defensive performances during the Super Bowl era. With the Bears defense also forcing 7 turnovers, The Patriots could only muster up 123 yards of Total Offense and only 7 rushing.
Above we have Bears Hall of Famer Dan Hampton dropping Patriots runner Greg Hawthrone for a 4-yard loss. Steve McMichael (#76) and Mike Singletary (#50) are also present.
John Brockington is stopped by Doug Buffone & Dick Butkus
Early 1970s NFL - Packers runner John Brockington (#42) powers forward as Bears linebackers Dick Butkus (#51) and Doug Buffone (#55) wrap him up in an effort to bring him down. #18 of the Bears is safety Jerry Moore from Arkansas.
Bob Avellini
The Packers Jimmy Taylor runs through the Chicago Bears Defense
Packers fullback Jimmy Taylor (#31) runs against the stout defense of Bears of the early 1960s. Packers lineman Forrest Gregg (#75) & Jerry Kramer (#64) are shown along with longtime Bears JC Caroline (#25), Fred Williams (#75).
Bronko Nagurski
Jon Arnett
Neal Anderson
Graduate of Florida, was Chicago's 1st-round draft pick in 1986. Got the chance to become the Bears starting runner in 1988 and responded with a 1000+ yard with season with 12 touchdowns. Gained over a thousand yards 3 consecutive years (1988 t0 1990). When he retired in 1993 he was the 2nd leading rusher in Chicago Bears history with 6166 yards. As of 2019 he is still #3 in that category and #2 in All-Time Bears Touchdowns scored.
Mike Ditka - Head Coach
After a 12-year Hall of Fame career as a tight end he had a 14-year career as Head Coach - 11 of which was spent leading the Chicago Bears. He was also the winning coach of Super Bowl XX with a 46-10 trouncing of the New England Patriots.
Gale Sayers, Chicago Bears Hall of Fame Runner
Despite serious injuries to both knees during the last few years of his career he had a life-time career average of 5 yards a carry on just under 1000 carries.
Bart Starr scrambles as Dick Evey and Joe Fortunato give chase
The Packers Bart Starr (#15) breaks out of the pocket with Bears defenders Dick Evey (#79) and Joe Fortunato (#31) on his heels. Hall of Famer Jerry Kramer Jerry Kramer as well as lineman Steve Wright (#72) can seen in the background.
Billy Wade Bears QB 1961-1966
Wilber Marshall
Red Grange
Mike Ditka - Head Coach
After a 12-year Hall of Fame career as a tight end he had a 14-year career as Head Coach - 11 of which was spent leading the Chicago Bears. He was also the winning coach of Super Bowl XX with a 46-10 trouncing of the New England Patriots.
1956 Bears - Giants NFL Championship, Andy Robustelli, Rosey Grier & Stan Jones
Action from the 1956 Giants-Bears Championship game of 1956. Herman Clark (#65) and Stan Jones (#78) pulling out to block while JC Caroline (#25) leads Bears runner Bobby Watkins (#45). Giants defender Rosey Grier (#76) swoops in from behind. Other players noted are Giants Andy Robustelli (#81) and Bill Svoboda (#30). For the Bears there's QB Ed Brown (#15) & End Jim Dooley (#43). When it was all over the Giants ended up dominating the Bears 47-7.
Dan Marino under a Richard Dent Rush
Hall of Fame quarterback Dan Marino hurries a pass from a rush of Hall of Famer defensive end Richard Dent. Dent had a total of 137.5 sacks in his 15 year NFL career plus another 10 during post season play.
He led the NFL in 1985 with 17 sacks and was in the Top 10 among league sack leaders 4 times.
Sid Luckman
The son of German Jewish immigrants, Luckman was a 1st-Round Draft pick from Colombia University in 1939. Chosen by the Chicago Bears he played 11 seasons in the NFL and was voted into the Hall of Fame in 1965.
Mike Singletary
A member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame's All-1980s team Singletary was named Defensive player of the year for 1985 and 1988.
Bears Running Back Walter Payton
Bears Great - 16,726 yards, 110 Rushing Touchdowns
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Walter Payton on the Wheaties Cereal Box cover
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
The Packers Willie Davis about to wrap up quarterback Larry Rakestraw of the Bears
Bears back-up QB Larry Rakestraw feels the pressure from Hall of Famer Willie Davis. In his 10 seasons with the Packers Willie Davis had 2 safties and unofficially he's credited with 99½ sacks.
Defensive Back Terry Schmidt and Linebacker Doug Buffone Chicago Bears
Chicago Bear Defenders Terry Schmidt (#44) and Doug Buffone (#55)
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Mike Singletary
A member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame's All-1980s team Singletary was named Defensive player of the year for 1985 and 1988.
Doug Buffone
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Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
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Bronko Nagurski Scores! - Old School NFL Football
Bronko Nagurski (#3) blasts in for a Chicago Bear touchdown. Red Grange once said, "When you hit Bronko, it was like getting an electric shock."
Sid Luckman
The son of German Jewish immigrants, Luckman was a 1st-Round Draft pick from Colombia University in 1939. Chosen by the Chicago Bears he played 11 seasons in the NFL and was voted into the Hall of Fame in 1965.
Mike Ditka - Head Coach
After a 12-year Hall of Fame career as a tight end he had a 14-year career as Head Coach - 11 of which was spent leading the Chicago Bears. He was also the winning coach of Super Bowl XX with a 46-10 trouncing of the New England Patriots.
Gale Sayers and George Seals of the Bears with Maxie Baughan of the Rams
The Bears Gale Sayers (#40) gets behind the blocking of lineman George Seals (#67) as the Rams fine linebacker Maxie Baughan (#55) gives chase.
Walter Payton runs through the 49ers defense
The Bears offensive line opens up a huge hole for runner Walter Payton (#34) right through the middle of the 49ers defense.
Doug Plank in Pursuit of Tony Dorsett
The Cowboys Tony Dorsett (#33) gets upfield with an airborne Doug Plank (#46) right behind him.
Stan Jones, Chicago Bears Hall of Fame Lineman
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Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Doug Atkins Chicago Bears Defensive Lineman in 1963
The towering 6-foot 8-inch Hall of Fame defensive end shown in a game program photo from 1964.
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Leroy Kelly & Doug Buffone - Bears vs Browns
Bears linebacker Doug Buffone (#55) holds on for dear life in an attempt to trip up Browns runner Leroy Kelly (#44). The story goes that Kelly broke free and scored.
Walter Payton Bears
Mike Tomczak under pressure from Brian Bosworth and the Seahawk defense
Brian Bosworth leads the Seattle Seahawk defense with a ferocious charge against Chicago Bears Quarterback Mike Tomczak
Gale Sayers NFL Hall of Fame
Alan Page Chicago Bears
Hall of Fame Defensive Lineman 1967-1981 for the Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Bears
Bronko Nagurski of the Chicago Bears
Mike Ditka
Mike Singletary
10 time All-Pro Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker of the Chicago Bears for 12 NFL Seasons. Played from 1981 to 1992
Walter Payton carries against Eagles
Dan Hampton
12-year veteran defensive lineman of the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990.
Red Grange
Sid Luckman
The son of German Jewish immigrants, Luckman was a 1st-Round Draft pick from Colombia University in 1939. Chosen by the Chicago Bears he played 11 seasons in the NFL and was voted into the Hall of Fame in 1965.
Doug Buffone , Chicago Bears Linebacker
Bill George Bears NFL
14 years with the Bears - All Pro and Pro Bowl 8 times.