Unapologetically authentic and thoroughly engaging from the head coach to an unusually large rookie, the 1985 Bears remain legendary. Yet, once the glamour and adulation are removed, which players were most responsible for that successful season? The answers don’t just reside in statistics, or even in wins and losses.
It's impossible to speak about the ‘85 Bears and not focus on the defense. Along those lines, you’ve got to start by mentioning the 1985 NFL Defensive Player of the Year, Mike Singletary. “Samurai Mike” was the team’s defensive heart and soul. He recorded over 100 solo tackles that season, leading the “46” defense to a No.