Whenever these individuals stepped onto the field, it felt like a heavenly occurrence.
Many across the United States will eagerly turn their gaze towards the skies to witness a rare solar eclipse on Monday, equipped with proper protective eclipse glasses, of course. While Chicago may just miss the path of totality, this celestial event might seem somewhat mundane for the Bears, considering their history of fielding players so massive they could have eclipsed the sun for their opponents.
Among the notable giants in Bears history who could have cast shadows over their adversaries:
1. **Aaron Gibson**: Gibson holds two notable distinctions, being the first NFL player to exceed 400 pounds and widely regarded as the heaviest player in league history, weighing in at a staggering 410 pounds. Although drafted by the Lions in 1999, injuries hampered his career, yet he found some success with the Bears in 2003, starting all 16 games.
2. **Keith Traylor**: True to his name, Traylor stood tall at 6’2″ and weighed in at a hefty 340 pounds. He dominated the middle of the Bears’ defensive line from 2001 to 2003, primarily serving as a formidable run-stopper. However, his most memorable moment remains his remarkable 67-yard interception return in the 2001 season finale, a play immortalized on highlight reels.
