George Halas
Career Overview

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George Halas, often referred to as "Papa Bear," was a significant figure in American football history. He was a player, coach, and owner in the National Football League (NFL), most notably associated with the Chicago Bears, a team he co-founded. Halas began his football career as a player while attending the University of Illinois, where he played as an end and

George Halas, often referred to as "Papa Bear," was a significant figure in American football history. He was a player, coach, and owner in the National Football League (NFL), most notably associated with the Chicago Bears, a team he co-founded. Halas began his football career as a player while attending the University of Illinois, where he played as an end and

Career Coaching Record

NFL 1920-1967

Win-Loss

318–148

Win %

.682

Post Season

6–3

Championships

6

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Career Timeline

1920-1962

Chicago Bears (NFL)

General Manager

1920-1967

Decatur Staleys (APFA)

Head Coach

1920-1982

Chicago Bears (NFL)

Team Owner

1921-1928

Chicago Staleys (NFL)

Player

1921-1928

Chicago Bears (NFL)

Player

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