Bears 100: This day in Chicago Bears’ History...

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Jeff Berckes is sharing a “This day in Bears’ history” moment every day this season on Twitter, but we wanted to share them here too for everyone to see.

We’re going to update and refresh this article every Saturday this year so you guys never miss any of Jeff’s Bears’ historical nuggets!

With this being the 100th anniversary of the Chicago Bears, we have a bunch of cool historical stuff planned for you guys here at WCG. We’ve already dropped our Top 100 Bears’ Players of All-Time list, Jeff Berckes and WhiskeyRanger recently kicked off their fantastic Championship Belt series, and as always, we share all our historical content in our Bears History section right here.

Jeff plans on sharing a This Day In Bears’ History Tweet each day of the 2019 season on his Twitter feed (@gridironborn), but since not all of you guys do the social media thing, we wanted to share them here as well.

Enjoy!

September 28 - In 1986, the Bears defense ran roughshod over Boomer Esiason’s Bengals in Riverfront Stadium, 44-7. The defense collected 4 sacks and 5 interceptions including one of each for Otis Wilson.

September 27 - In 2009, the Bears invaded Seattle for a 25-19 victory led by 3 Jay Cutler TD passes (Johnny Knox, Greg Olsen, Devin Hester). Lance Briggs led the defense with a sack and an INT.

September 26 - In 1948, the Bears laid waste to the Packers 45-7. Ed Sprinkle, AKA The Claw, caught TDs from Sid Luckman & Bobby Layne. Don’t know much about Sprinkle? Watch this video!

September 25 - In 1949, the Bears shut out the Packers 17-0 led by Johnny Lujack who threw for 2 scores, kicked the extra points, and added a field goal. Lujack led the league in yards (2,658) and TDs (23).

September 24 - In 2006, the Bears remained undefeated by beating the Vikings in the Metrodome 19-16. Robbie Gould connected on 4 FGs but Rex Grossman’s TD to Rashied Davis with under 2 minutes was the difference.

September 23 - In 1961 and ‘62, the Bears beat the L.A. Rams in back to back seasons in the L.A. Coliseum 21-17 and 27-23. Billy Wade rushed for a score in each and safety Richie Petitbon recorded an INT against Zeke Bratkowski in both games.

September 22 - In 1940, the Bears opened their championship season by laying waste to the rival Packers 41-10 led by 3 scores from Hall of Famer George McAfee - a 93 yard kick return, a pass to Ken Kavanaugh, and a run.

September 21 - In 1930, the Bears tied the Brooklyn Dodgers 0-0. It would be the closest Brooklyn would ever come to beating the Bears. In fact, the Bears’ 10-0-1 mark against Brooklyn is the most wins against any defunct franchise.

September 20 - In 1936, the Bears obliterated the Packers 30-3 in City Stadium (GB) that included a score from Hall of Famer Bill Hewitt and kicks from “Automatic” Jack Manders. ‘36 is the year of the alternate jerseys used this season.

September 19 - In 1985, the Bears beat Tommy Kramer’s Vikings 33-24 in the Metrodome on Jim McMahon’s huge 3rd quarter - a 70 yd TD to Willie Gault and a pair of scores to “Silky D” Dennis McKinnon.

September 18 - In 1931, the Bears defeated the Cleveland Indians football squad 21-0 including a score from the Galloping Ghost, Red Grange. Grange would go on to earn his second straight 1st Team All-Pro honor.

September 17 - In 2006, the Bears trashed Rod Marinelli’s Lions 34-7 with 4(!!) Rex Grossman TD passes including a 41 yard strike to Bernard “B-Twice” Berrian.

September 16 - A double header! The Bears beat the Packers 9-7 in 1984 and 31-13 in 1990 - both in Lambeau! Payton’s 110 yards led the way in ‘84 while Jim Harbaugh’s 3 scores headlined the ‘90 win.

September 15 - In 1939, the Bears beat the Cleveland Rams (yep, Cleveland from ‘37-’45) 30-21 on the strength of 282 team rushing yards and a 26 yard scoring toss from Bernie Masterson to Dick Plasman.

September 14 - In 1980, the Bears shut down Archie Manning’s Saints 22-3 on the strength of, you guessed it, Walter Payton’s 209 yards from scrimmage on a mere 21 touches.

September 13 - Nothing good has ever happened on this day with the Bears going winless (0-7). Instead, let’s look at the all-time records against each NFC division:

North: 246-231-13
East: 78-63-1
South: 72-51
West: 149-105-10
All NFC: 545-450-24

September 12 - In 1999, the Bears notched an opening day victory against Elvis Grbac’s Chiefs 20-17. Shane Matthews to John Allred for a 1 yard score capped a 20 pt 1st half - it would prove to be the best half that year.

September 11 - In 2011, the Bears whipped the Falcons 30-12 in a complete performance. Jay Cutler threw for over 300 yards and the defense racked up 5 sacks and 2 turnovers including a Peanut Punch.

September 10 - In 2006, the Bears shutout the Packers 26-0 in Lambeau Field to kick off what would be a Super Bowl season. The scoring was highlighted by rookie Devin Hester’s first punt return TD.

September 9 - In 1984, the Bears blanked the Denver Broncos 27-0 holding a trio of QBs to 9/27 for 109 yards and 2 INTs. This sweet Payton run highlighted a 179 yard ground game domination.

September 8 - In 1985, the Bears started their championship season by coming back from a 28-17 deficit against the Buccaneers on the strength of 157 yards from scrimmage from Walter Payton and a pick-6 from Leslie Frazier off Steve DeBerg.

September 7 - In 2008, the Bears beat Peyton Manning’s Colts in Tony Dungy’s last season 29-13. A 50 yard Matt Forte TD run kicked off the scoring that would include a safety and a Lance Briggs fumble return score.

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September 6 - In 1992, the Bears beat the Lions 27-24 on a Tom Waddle game winner from Jim Harbaugh for their 9th consecutive opening day victory. Bears are 99-74 all-time against the Lions.

September 5 - In 2019, the Bears open their 100th season with their most-played rival, the Packers. Led by Mitchell Trubisky and Khalil Mack, the squad aims to notch a victory in the 199th all-time meeting. Let’s do this.

September 4 - In 1988, the Bears dismantled Dan Marino’s Dolphins 34-7 on the strength of 123 yards and 2 scores from RB Neal Anderson. Marino was held to 9 of 22 for 113 yards.

September 3 - In 1995, Erik Kramer beat Warren Moon’s Vikings 31-7 with 262 yards and 3 scores including 110 yards and 2 TDs to Curtis Conway. Kramer would go on to break the single season team record for yards and TDs.

September 2 - In 1979, a 6-3 victory over the Packers on the strength of a 40 touch, 174 yard game from Walter Payton. The head coaches that day? Neill Armstrong vs. Bart Starr.

September 1 - In 1991, the Bears beat the Vikings 10-6 on the strength of a Tom Waddle 37 yard TD grab. The Bears would go on to an 11-5 record that year in Mike Ditka’s last postseason appearance.

We’ll update and refresh this article every Saturday this season.

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