Portrait of George Halas

No. 27 · Coaching Legends

George Halas

American Football

Chicago Bears and founding NFL leadership

George Halas was an American football player, coach and executive who founded the Chicago Bears. He played a central role in the development of the National Football League. His long career combined coaching and team ownership, shaping both the competitive organisation of the Bears and the wider structure of professional football.

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