The '85 Bears
Title | The '85 Bears PDF eBook |
Author | Mike Ditka |
Publisher | Triumph Books |
Pages | 326 |
Release | 2015-09-14 |
Genre | Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | 1633193217 |
The ultimate record of a great franchise's greatest season as told by none other than Da Coach himself In Ditka's own words, this 30th anniversary volume of The '85 Bears is packed with special features that make it the ultimate must-have treasure for every Bears fan. This updated edition features the authors' reflections on the incredible championship season as well as recaps and statistics for every regular- and post-season game bring the entire 1985 campaign to life. Interviews with fan favorites—from the Fridge to Buddy Ryan—as well as special commentary from Gary Fencik offer extra insight into the team's Super Bowl run. Capping off a truly memorable volume is a bonus audio CD that features an exclusive interview with Mike Ditka, providing even more memories from a truly golden era of Chicago football.
Monsters: The 1985 Chicago Bears and the Wild Heart of Football
Title | Monsters: The 1985 Chicago Bears and the Wild Heart of Football PDF eBook |
Author | Rich Cohen |
Publisher | Macmillan |
Pages | 353 |
Release | 2013-10-29 |
Genre | Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | 0374298688 |
An "account of the 1985 Chicago Bears and the author's personal relationship with the football team"--
The Rise and Self-destruction of the Greatest Football Team in History
Title | The Rise and Self-destruction of the Greatest Football Team in History PDF eBook |
Author | John Mullin |
Publisher | Triumph Books (IL) |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2005 |
Genre | Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | 9781572437906 |
This book is the story of one of the greatest football teams in the history of the NFL: the '85 Bears. They were, for a brief, magical moment, a band of eccentrics who went from nobodies to rock stars and cult figures--they took America on a wild ride in the middle of one of the wildest times in history. The Rise and Self-Destruction of the Greatest Football Team in History reveals all the stories from that year, like how Walter Payton ended up hiding in a storage closet and why the team collapsed under the weight of its own greatness.
Sweetness
Title | Sweetness PDF eBook |
Author | Jeff Pearlman |
Publisher | Avery |
Pages | 496 |
Release | 2012-08-28 |
Genre | Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | 1592407374 |
The definitive biography of Chicago Bears and Hall of Fame superstar Walter Payton. Based on meticulous research and interviews with nearly 700 contacts, an unforgettable portrait that describes a man who lived his life just like he played the game: at full speed.
Amazing Tales from the Chicago Bears Sideline
Title | Amazing Tales from the Chicago Bears Sideline PDF eBook |
Author | Steve McMichael |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Pages | 392 |
Release | 2017-09-05 |
Genre | Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | 1683581245 |
More than just a football team, the Chicago Bears are a vital part of Chicago culture. After close to a century of play, the Bears have won more regular season games than any other NFL franchise. With twenty-seven players in the Hall of Fame and fourteen retired jerseys, it’s no wonder the Bears are a beloved, storied franchise. But the Bears, like Chicago, are not just people: they are true personalities. In Amazing Tales From the Chicago Bears Sideline, Bears fans can read about the men who have made the Bears one of the greatest teams in pro football—George Halas, Dick Butkus, Mike Ditka, Jay Culter, Richard Dent, Dan Hampton, and many others. Former Bears star Steve McMichael takes a front row seat in this collection of stories. Readers get an opportunity to relive the glory years of a charter NFL franchise—as seen through the eyes of a legendary player. McMichael covers it all, from training camp misadventures in Lake Forest, Illinois, and Platteville, Wisconsin, and Ditka’s locker room tirades to nights on the town with teammates, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of historic moments. From first kick-off to overtime play, Amazing Tales from the Chicago Bears Sideline covers some of the franchise’s greatest moments, and is a must-have for any true Bears fan.
The Truth About Bears
Title | The Truth About Bears PDF eBook |
Author | Maxwell Eaton, III |
Publisher | Roaring Brook Press |
Pages | 36 |
Release | 2018-02-27 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 1250306221 |
Maxwell Eaton III's The Truth About Bears is a lighthearted nonfiction picture book, filled with useful facts about bears that will make you laugh so hard you won’t even realize you’re learning something!
The '85 Bears
Title | The '85 Bears PDF eBook |
Author | Chicago Tribune (Firm) |
Publisher | Triumph Books (IL) |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2005 |
Genre | Compact discs |
ISBN | 9781572437920 |
Jim McMahon. The Super Bowl Shuffle. 15-1. William "Refrigerator" Perry. 46-10. Walter Payton. It was a magical season, a season that will live forever in the memory of every Bears fan, and a season now brought vividly back to life in these pages. Relive the drama and excitement of the 1985 season in first hand accounts from the archives of the Chicago Tribune. The Bears won their first 12 games of the season en route to posting a 15-1 regular season mark, tying the most regular season wins by a team in NFL history. They also claimed a second straight NFC Central title as a club record nine players were selected to Pro Bowl. They set seven Super Bowl records, including most points (46) and largest margin of victory (36). The game was witnessed by record-setting number of viewers via television worldwide. The next day, the team was greeted by an estimated 500,000 people in a tickertape parade in downtown Chicago. It's all here in one comprehensive and affordable package that every Bears fan will want to keep and treasure.