Jim McMahon
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American football quarterback
American football player
Jim McMahon
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Jim McMahon (born August 21, 1959) is a former American football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 15 seasons, primarily with the Chicago Bears. He played college football at Brigham Young University, where he won the Davey O'Brien Award and was a consensus All-American. McMahon was selected by the Bears in the first round of the 1982 NFL Draft.
Early life[edit | edit source]
McMahon was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, and moved to San Jose, California at a young age. He attended Roy High School in Roy, Utah, where he excelled in football and baseball.
College career[edit | edit source]
McMahon played college football at Brigham Young University (BYU) under head coach LaVell Edwards. He set numerous NCAA records, including most passing yards in a single season and most touchdown passes in a single game. McMahon was known for his strong arm and competitive spirit, which helped him lead BYU to several successful seasons.
Professional career[edit | edit source]
Chicago Bears[edit | edit source]
McMahon was drafted by the Chicago Bears with the fifth overall pick in the 1982 NFL Draft. He quickly became known for his flamboyant personality and on-field toughness. McMahon led the Bears to a victory in Super Bowl XX, where they defeated the New England Patriots 46-10. He was selected to the Pro Bowl in 1985 and was named the NFL Comeback Player of the Year in 1991.
Later career[edit | edit source]
After his time with the Bears, McMahon played for several other NFL teams, including the San Diego Chargers, Philadelphia Eagles, Minnesota Vikings, Arizona Cardinals, and Green Bay Packers. He won a second Super Bowl ring as a backup with the Packers in Super Bowl XXXI.
Personal life[edit | edit source]
McMahon has been open about his struggles with injuries and health issues related to his football career, including concussions and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). He has been an advocate for player safety and better medical care for retired NFL players.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
McMahon is remembered as one of the most colorful and competitive quarterbacks in NFL history. His leadership and performance during the Bears' 1985 Super Bowl run have cemented his legacy in Chicago sports history.
See also[edit | edit source]
- List of Chicago Bears starting quarterbacks
- List of Super Bowl champions
- List of NFL players with chronic traumatic encephalopathy
References[edit | edit source]
External links[edit | edit source]
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