Stydahar was selected in the first round of the 1936 NFL draft by the Chicago Bears. He played for the Bears for 11 seasons, from 1936 to 1946, and was a key member of the team's offensive line. During his time with the Bears, Stydahar was selected to the Pro Bowl six times and was named an All-Pro seven times. He was also part of the Bears' championship teams in 1940 and 1941.
In 1947, Stydahar was named head coach of the Los Angeles Rams, a position he held for seven seasons. During his tenure, the Rams made three playoff appearances and won the 1951 NFL Championship.
After leaving the Rams, Stydahar returned to the Bears as an assistant coach in 1954. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1967.
Throughout his career, Stydahar was known for his toughness and leadership. He was a key part of the Bears' success in the 1940s and helped the Rams become a championship team in the 1950s. His contributions to the game of football earned him a place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
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