6 Football Players who Played for Rams and Bears
There is a good chance that if you’ve found this page then you’re playing the Immaculate Grid.
That also means that today’s grid has asked for players that have played for both the Los Angeles Rams and Chicago Bears.
And, it also means that you’re probably stuck on this particular box and you’re looking for a little help. Sound about right so far?
Well, good news, you’re in the right place.
I’ve done some research and have found players who played for both the Rams and Bears. Here is a mix of well-known superstars and some hidden gems that you may have forgotten about.
Allen Robinson
Allen Robinson has been a highly productive wide receiver in the NFL, first with the Jacksonville Jaguars and Chicago Bears and now with the LA Rams.
Selected in the 2nd round of the 2014 NFL Draft by the Jaguars, Robinson made a strong impact in his second season, earning Pro Bowl honors with a stellar 1400-yard, 14-touchdown performance.
After suffering an ACL injury in 2017, he signed with the Bears in free agency, and has since continued his high-level play. He surpassed 1,000 receiving yards in both the 2019 and 2020 seasons, despite inconsistent quarterback play on the Bears’ part.
*Robinson has previously been the most popular pick for this square (Grid 4)
Robinson Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Jaguars)
- 1000+ Yard Receiving Season (Jaguars, Bears)
Orlando Pace
Orlando Pace is a former offensive tackle and is well-remembered for his tenure with the St. Louis Rams (finished his last season in Chicago). His career started in 1997 when he was selected first overall in the NFL Draft.
Pace was instrumental in the Rams’ “Greatest Show on Turf” offense that won Super Bowl XXXIV. He was known for his durability and effectiveness, appearing in 169 games over his 13-year career.
Pace was a seven-time Pro Bowl selection (all with the Rams), was named First Team All-Pro three times, and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2016.
Ricky Proehl
Ricky Proehl was selected by the Phoenix Cardinals in the third round, 58th overall, in the 1990 NFL Draft. During his lengthy 17-year career, he played for several teams, including the Seattle Seahawks, Chicago Bears, St. Louis Rams, Carolina Panthers, and Indianapolis Colts.
Proehl’s most productive seasons came with the Rams, where he was part of the “Greatest Show on Turf” and won Super Bowl XXXIV. He also played a crucial role in the Panthers’ run to Super Bowl XXXVIII. Known for his reliable hands and precise route-running, Proehl was often a go-to target in clutch situations.
By the time he retired, he had accumulated 669 receptions for 8,878 yards and 54 touchdowns. His consistent performance and leadership on and off the field made him a respected figure in the league.
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)
Nick Foles
Nick Foles, known for his stints with the Philadelphia Eagles, started his career in 2012. One of his most notable moments was leading the Eagles to their first Super Bowl victory (LII) in 2018 where he was named Super Bowl MVP.
Foles has had a roller-coaster career that’s seen him bounce between starter and backup roles on various teams. His career has been marked by flashes of brilliance including the 2013 season where he posted a NFL record-tying 7 TDs in a game and ended with a league-best passer rating of 119.2.
As of 2023, he has 82 career touchdowns and over 14,000 passing yards.
Foles Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Eagles)
- Super Bowl Winner (Eagles)
Steve Walsh
Steve Walsh is perhaps primarily known for his time as a backup quarterback in the ’90s. Walsh had his college career at the University of Miami, where he led the Hurricanes to a national championship in 1987.
In the 1989 NFL Supplemental Draft, he was selected by the Dallas Cowboys. He had a mixed tenure at Dallas and was eventually traded to the New Orleans Saints in 1990. He also had stints with the Chicago Bears, St. Louis Rams, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
His NFL career spanned 11 years (1989-1999), during which he passed for 7875 yards and 40 touchdowns.
