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Stadium:
Soldier Field
Seating Capacity:
61,500
City/State
Chicago, Illinois
Head Coach:
Matt Eberflus
Here is a list of 10 interesting facts about the Chicago Bears:
- The Chicago Bears were founded in 1920 and are one of the oldest and most storied franchises in NFL history. They are a charter member of the NFL and have been an important part of the league's development.
- The Bears have won a total of nine NFL championships, the most in league history. Their championships came in 1921, 1932, 1933, 1940, 1941, 1943, 1946, 1963, and 1985.
- The 1985 Chicago Bears team is widely regarded as one of the greatest teams in NFL history. Coached by Mike Ditka, they went 15-1 in the regular season and dominated their opponents en route to winning Super Bowl XX. Their defense, known as the "Monsters of the Midway," was particularly dominant.
- Walter Payton, often considered one of the greatest running backs in NFL history, played for the Bears from 1975 to 1987. He held the NFL's all-time rushing record for many years and was known for his powerful running style and versatility.
- The Bears have had several iconic players throughout their history. Apart from Walter Payton, they have seen the likes of Dick Butkus, Gale Sayers, Mike Singletary, and Brian Urlacher, who have all been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
- The team's home stadium is Soldier Field, located in Chicago, Illinois. It has been the Bears' home since 1971 and has a seating capacity of approximately 61,500 spectators.
- The Bears have a fierce rivalry with the Green Bay Packers, which is one of the oldest and most historic rivalries in the NFL. The two teams have faced each other more than 200 times since their first meeting in 1921.
- In 1934, the Bears became the first team in NFL history to have numbers on the front and back of their jerseys. This innovation allowed fans and officials to easily identify players on the field.
- The Bears have had a number of successful head coaches in their history, including George Halas, Mike Ditka, and Lovie Smith. Halas, also known as "Papa Bear," was the team's founder and coached the Bears for a total of 40 seasons.
- The Bears' fight song, "Bear Down, Chicago Bears," was written in 1941. It is a popular chant among fans and is often sung during games to show support for the team.