Dick Butkus
“The Enforcer” carried the Bears through 8 years of serious football. Although his name was an unfortunate unlucky circumstance, his presence on the field almost seemed like he was blowing off steam from the lifetime of constant insults he was subjected to. Butkus entered the Hall of Fame in 1978, and he was granted the Butkus Award, which is an honorary award given to the most elite linebackers over all walks of football in America.
Paris Lenon
Lenon entered his 2013 season at the age of 35, his dominance on the field capped that year and he retired immediately afterward, but while reflecting on his career, it’s undeniable the impact he had on the teams he played for. After 12 seasons, his time as a confident linebacker was over, but his multiple awards and consistent playtime and praise cemented him as one of the greats.