Football Players who Played for Bears and Falcons
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Well, good news, you’re in the right place.
I’ve done some research and have found players who played for both the Bears and the Falcons.
Cordarrelle Patterson
Cordarrelle Patterson is about to enter his 11th year in the NFL with the Atlanta Falcons. Atlanta is Patterson’s 5th team having played previously with the Vikings, Bears, Patriots and Raiders.
Patterson has been one of the top receivers in the league since being drafted by the Vikings with the 29th overall pick in the 2013 draft.
Patterson is a 4 time Pro Bowler and has been named 1st team All-Pro 3 times. A true dual threat, he has taken significant snaps as both a wide receiver and a running back throughout his career.
Patterson Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Vikings, Bears)
- Super Bowl Winner (Patriots)
Chris Chandler
Chris Chandler had a lengthy and diverse career as a quarterback in the NFL, playing for eight teams over 17 seasons from 1988 to 2004.
His career stats include 28,484 passing yards, 170 touchdown passes, and a completion rate of 58.1%. Chandler’s pinnacle was the 1998 season when he led the Atlanta Falcons to Super Bowl XXXIII, earning Pro Bowl honors along the way. His QB rating of 100.9 that season was a career-high.
Despite moving frequently, Chandler had a knack for stepping in and providing reliable quarterback play, a valuable asset in the league
Chandler Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Falcons)
- 3000+ Passing Yard Season (Falcons)
Bob Christian
Bob Christian was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the 11th round of the 1991 NFL Draft, 292nd overall. Playing as a fullback, Christian spent nine seasons in the NFL, playing for the Falcons, Chicago Bears, and Carolina Panthers.
Throughout his career, Christian rushed for 831 yards on 193 carries, scored 12 rushing touchdowns, and also had 230 receptions for 2,048 yards and 7 receiving touchdowns. Primarily used as a blocking back, his versatility and ability to contribute in the passing game helped him carve out a role in various offenses.
Christian’s dedication to his teams and his efforts as a role player allowed him to have a solid 10-year career in the league.
Jay Feely
Jay Feely had an impressive 14-year career as a placekicker in the NFL. He initially signed with the Atlanta Falcons as an undrafted free agent in 2001 but truly started his NFL journey with the New York Giants in 2005.
Feely spent two seasons with the Giants before moving to the Miami Dolphins, where he played for a season. His career then took him to the New York Jets, where he enjoyed two solid seasons, followed by short stints with the Arizona Cardinals and the Chicago Bears.
Throughout his career, Feely demonstrated consistency as a kicker, converting 82.6% of his field goals and a strong leg as well, with a career long field goal of 61 yards
