Before the XFL officially makes its comeback Saturday with the DC Defenders — led by former Bears QB coach Pep Hamilton and former Bears director of college scouting Greg Gabriel — hosting the Seattle Seadragons, we're uncovering every Bears connection, and explaining all the biggest rule changes from the NFL, to maximize fans' viewing pleasure.
From head coaches to former starters, the Bears will be represented on at least six of the eight XFL rosters. However, before taking a trip down memory lane — and perhaps foreshadowing future reunions — we must familiarize with the basics of the second iteration of the XFL, once again led by WWE czar Vince McMahon, with former NFL player Oliver Luck presiding as commissioner.