American · Houston, Texas · Born 9 October 1958American football linebacker who played 12 seasons with Chicago Bears, earning 10 Pro Bowl selections and leading defense to Super Bowl XX championship victory.
Mike Singletary was born in Houston, Texas in 1958. The Bears selected him 38th overall in 1981. He was the defensive leader of the 1985 Chicago Bears — the most dominant defensive team in NFL history. He was named Defensive Player of the Year twice. His intensity — glaring at opponents, the pre-snap focus — became one of the sport's most imitated personal styles. He later coached the San Francisco 49ers.
Fierce leadership of Chicago Bears defense, Super Bowl XX champion, intense on-field presence
How They Played
Aggressive, intelligent middle linebacker with exceptional instincts and leadership skills
Lasting Impact
Considered one of the greatest middle linebackers in NFL history and architect of the Bears' 46 defense
Career Honours
- Super Bowl XX
- Defensive Player of Year 2x
- Pro Bowl 10x
- NFL Defensive Player of the Year (1985, 1988)
- 10x Pro Bowl
- 6x First-team All-Pro
- NFL 1980s All-Decade Team
- NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team
- College Football Hall of Fame
| Team | Period | Games |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Bears | 1981–1992 | 179 |
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