The Bears lost a legend Monday when former offensive line coach Dick Stanfel passed away at his Libertyville home after a long illness. He was 87.
Stanfel served as Bears offensive line coach from 1981-92, tutoring a unit that helped lead the NFL in rushing four straight seasons from 1983-86 and win Super Bowl XX.
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“He was everything to our offensive line,” said former center Jay Hilgenberg, who was voted to seven Pro Bowls in 11 seasons under Stanfel. “He taught us how to be a dominating offensive line.