Chicago Bears line coach history
Phil Handler
Handler was the line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 1952-1957 seasons, a total of six years. Handler's record as the team's line coach was 38-32-2, making him the second-most successful line coach in Chicago Bears history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1956) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Handler in playoff games.
Hunk Anderson
Anderson was the line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 1940-1941, 1946-1950 seasons, a total of seven years. Anderson's record as the team's line coach was 62-18-1, making him the most successful line coach in Chicago Bears history. The team made it to the playoffs four times (1940-1941, 1946, 1950) and had a 4-1 record under Coach Anderson in playoff games.
Chicago Bears line coach record
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phil Handler | 1952-1957 | 38-32-2 | 54.2% | 0-1 |
| Hunk Anderson | 1940-1941, 1946-1950 | 62-18-1 | 77.2% | 4-1 |
Chicago Bears line coach facts
- Hunk Anderson was the first line coach in Bears history in 1940.
- Hunk Anderson coached the most seasons as the Bears's line coach at seven seasons.
- Phil Handler was the last coach to hold the position of line coach, leaving the role after the 1957 season.