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    The original name of the Bears franchise was?The Chicago Bears

      Decatur Staleys. The Decatur Staleys was the original name in 1920, before they moved to Chicago the following year. In 1921 they were called the Chicago Staleys. They became the Chicago Bears in 1922.

    Who was the founder and first coach of the Bears?The Chicago Bears

      George Halas. The great George Halas founded the Bears and coached from 1920-1929, 1933-1942, 1946-1955 and 1958-1967.

    George Halas' alma mater was what University?The Chicago Bears

      The University of Illinois. Halas played college ball for the University of Illinois. Their color scheme was navy and orange which is why the Bears wear that color.

    The first year that the Bears franchise won the NFL championship was?The Chicago Bears

      1921. They won the championship in 1921 and went on to win in 1932, 1933, 1940, 1941, 1943, 1946, 1963 and 1985!

    The 'Bears' biggest rival to this day is what opposing team?The Chicago Bears

      Green Bay Packers. The Packers and the Bears are the oldest rivals in the NFL. You are not a true Bear fan unless you loathe the Cheesehead Packers!

    Who was the coach who took the Bears to the championships in 1985?The Chicago Bears

      Mike Ditka. The hard hitting former Bear (1961-66).

    Who was the awesome running back who will forever be remembered as 'Sweetness' ?The Chicago Bears

      Walter Payton . Walter Payton was a legend, the Michael Jordan of Football. He broke many records. He passed away in 1999 and will always be remembered.

    What was the name of the song that was made into a video when the Bears won the Superbowl in 1985?The Chicago Bears

      The Superbowl Shuffle. 'The Superbowl Shuffle' was made into a video that year. It featured the majority of the players and was hilarious!

    Who was the quarterback for the 1985 championship team?The Chicago Bears

      Jim McMahon. Jim McMahon (Bears 1982 to 88), was a quarterback who played college ball for Brigham Young. He was quite eccentric and fun to watch!

    Walter Payton's jersey number was ________ ?The Chicago Bears

      34. His number has been retired. Fans will never forget his speed, agility, quick moves and endurance.

    Which two Bears were the first in NFL history to become inter-racial roommates?The Chicago Bears

      Brian Piccolo and Gale Sayers. Brian Piccolo and Gale Sayers were roommates from 1966 until Piccolo passed away at the young age of 26 in 1970. They were best friends and great players.

    Mike Ditka's nickname was ________ ? The Chicago Bears

      Iron Mike. Ditka became the ninth coach in 1982. He vowed at their first meeting to take them to the SuperBowl and he did in 1985!

    William Perry, the defensive tackle on the 1985 championship team was nicknamed _________________ ?The Chicago Bears

      The Refrigerator. The Fridge is legendary. The highlite of his season was his touch down against Green Bay. We Bear fans loathe the Packers.

    The only team to beat the Bears during the 1985 season was what team?The Chicago Bears

      Miami Dolphins. The Dolphins led by Dan Marino were the only team to beat the Bears that season. It was heartbreaking as the fans were looking forward to the Bears being undefeated.

    What Bear player was named the Offensive Rookie of the year for 2001?The Chicago Bears

      Anthony Thomas. Anthony Thomas, running back, played college ball in Michigan. He led the Bears to their first NFC Central Division Championship since 1990.

    Brian Urlacher was drafted in what year?The Chicago Bears

      2000. Urlacher played college ball in New Mexico, part of our great defense, who contributed to our great season in 2001.

    The Bears beat Minnesota in the 2002 season opener?The Chicago Bears

      t. It looked scary during the last quarter, but they managed to pull it off and beat the Vikings. A win is a win in my book! I feel the Bears are a miracle team and are receiving help from up above.

    Who was the starting Bear quarterback during the 1990 season?The Chicago Bears

      Jim Harbaugh. Harbaugh was given the duties at the start of the season. In December of that year, Harbaugh injured his shoulder and Tomczak took over.

    The Central Division is also called the _____________ ?The Chicago Bears

      Black and Blue Division. The Central Division was dubbed the Black and Blue Division years ago. It is referred as that due to the hard hitting defenses and the general brutality of the game.

    The starting quarterback for Opening Day in the 2002 season was ___________ ?The Chicago Bears

      Jim Miller. Jim Miller did a splendid job in 2001.

    Who did the Bears defeat in the first game of the season?The 1985 Chicago Bears

      Tampa Bay Buccaneers. They beat the Buccaneers 38-28 in Soldier Field on September 8th, 1985.

    Who wore number 98 for the '85 Bears?The 1985 Chicago Bears

      Tyrone Keys. Tyrone Keys was a backup DE.

    What was the only team to beat the Bears in 1985?The 1985 Chicago Bears

      Miami Dolphins . The Bears lost in Miami 38-24 on Monday Night Football, December 2nd, 1985.

    Who scored the Bears' first TD in Super Bowl XX?The 1985 Chicago Bears

      Matt Suhey. Suhey took a handoff from Jim McMahon and took it 11 yards to the end zone for the Bears' first TD.

    What jersey number did OL Keith Van Horne wear?The 1985 Chicago Bears

      78 . Keith Van Horne was a first round pick in 1981 out of USC. He started every game for the Bears in '85.

    The Bears never trailed in Super Bowl XX?The 1985 Chicago Bears

      f. Tony Franklin got the Patriots on the board first with a 36 yard FG, taking a 3-0 lead.

    Walter Payton scored how many touchdowns in Super Bowl XX?The 1985 Chicago Bears

      0. Sweetness never found the end zone in Super Bowl XX.

    Who wore number 27 for the '85 Bears?The 1985 Chicago Bears

      Mike Richardson. "L.A. Mike" Richardson was a starting cornerback for the '85 Bears.

    Against which team did the Bears, in 1986, intercept a pass and then during the return have a lateral toss picked off and returned against them for a touchdown?The 1985 Chicago Bears

      Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

    William Perry scored his first TD against which team?The 1985 Chicago Bears

      Green Bay Packers. This happened on Monday Night Football in Soldier Field, October 21st, 1985. He obliterated Packers' LB George Cumby on the way over the goalline.

    Who was the backup QB that stepped in for Jim McMahon when he was injured?The 1985 Chicago Bears

      Steve Fuller. Yes, the list of QBs that filled in for McMahon throughout his injury-filled career is extensive, but in 1985 it was Steve Fuller.

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