Sixty years ago, Jerry Keefe put the finishing touches on an incredible 19-year career with the Chicago Bears. Despite never catching a pass or making a tackle, Keefe left an indelible mark on the franchise. The Bears won over two-thirds of their games when featuring Keefe, including the 1943 NFL Championship. His highlights hang throughout Halas Hall, are displayed proudly at Soldier Field, and they even show up today in some unexpected places.
For many fans of the era, the name “Jerry Keefe” headlined their first purchase through the gates at Wrigley Field – the game day program.