Dan Hampton played for the Chicago Bears from 1979 to 1990. During his twelve year run, the Bears made the playoffs seven times and won one Super Bowl. His teams were known for outstanding defenses and an electric running game. They had a top 10 defense nine times, and a top four rushing offense seven different times. Hall Of Famer Hampton, was joined on defense by fellow Hall Of Famers Mike Singletary and Richard Dent, and a host of other Pro Bowl players.
On the offensive side of the ball, Hampton played the first nine years of his career with Hall Of Fame running back Walter Payton, and then Pro Bowl tailback Neal Anderson took over when Payton hung them up.