Bear fan since 1964, and to this day, when asked who my favorite Bear player was, without hesitation, I'll say Ronnie Bull. As tough a FB as one ever saw. Consistent power running and very good lead blocker for Sayers, Bull gave his all for the Bears, and I fully understand his POV when he wasn't even given the opportunity to fight for a roster spot. You are talking about an NFL era where "bounties" weren't uncommon, so wishing for injuries just points to the competitiveness of the era. After Bull's Bear departure, the team, literally fell into a black hole, as talent evaluation was horrific for most of the 70's. Not saying that cutting Bull was the cause, but, the Bear front office proved its ineptitude over and over.
Bull had no business talking about those new halfbacks the way he did. I don't blame him for having beef with the Bears' coaching staff and management, but coming at those new HBs that way was uncalled for.
Bull should have pulled a Maxwell Smart and said, "Look, I hope I wasn't out of line with that crack about breaking their legs." 1971 was also the year that Alex Karras's career ended when the Lions cut him at the end of the pre-season, and he didn't go quietly, with a memorably hilarious rant that included shots at European kickers ("I keek a touchdown!"). That's quite a block by Mike Ditka (#89) at 5:49. I think Joe Robb (#84) is the defensive lineman with the pathetic missed tackle at 9:48; Larry Wilson (#8) is the safety who provides the textbook example of how to tackle at 10:10. Going into the 1971 season, Bull ranked 10th in career rushing yards among active NFC players (behind Bill Brown, Gale Sayers, Ken Willard, Tommy Mason, Tom Woodeshick, Hoyle Granger, Johnny Roland, Fran Tarkenton, and Dave Osborn), but with just 9 career rushing TDs in 9 years. Active AFC players ahead of him were Leroy Kelly, Jim Nance, Matt Snell, Tom Matte, Mike Garrett, and Hewritt Dixon. Jim Harrison and Joe Moore ended their careers in the CFL. Harrison spent the entire 1977 season with the B.C. Lions, rushing 81 times for 345 yards and 3 TDs. Joe Moore played the last game of the 1974 season with the Edmonton Eskimos, rushing 17 times for 67 yards and a touchdown; he remains the only Edmonton player to score a touchdown in his only game with the team. Moore left camp for "personal reasons" before the first pre-season game in 1975, and didn't return. Footage of Moore carrying the ball in his only CFL game was stylized by CBC and used in the intro to their CFL telecasts for the 1975 season.
You forgot to mention running back, Willie Gallimore who was on that 1963 NFL Championship team. He died in an auto wreck just before the start of the 1964 season.
From the video clips you can see that Ronnie Bull (29) was a good RB back in the day, with power, good moves, good pass catching ability, and some speed. The Bears were a feared team when he was drafted and won ROY in 1962 and the NFL title in 1963 (the Monsters of the Midway). His career was overshadowed, of course, by Gale Sayers (40), who arrived on the scene in 1965. I don’t fault him for something he said out of anger at being traded. It was a different time - there was a lot of nasty s being said in those days, a lot of late hits, and cheap shots. This was Chicago and Philly, remember.
He’s Bitter?? Sounds like we need more players with intensity, piss and vinegar in his veins. I think your over selling this a lil too much.. No diffrent Chuck Badnarik, Dick Butkus would say. It’s called competition!! Anybody watches this NFL past 24 years crazy. You got a video on Hames Harrison about his intensity too? Son your a kid who never played. This was football then. Not a gamer, someone who talks about it.. That Funeral Music c’mon man change it up!
When Jim Taylor left the Packers , along with Paul Hornung , to the Saints. Lombardi stated " We will miss Paul Hornung , we will replace Jim Taylor . We all know what Jim Taylor did for the Packers . He was pissed with the addition of Jim Grabowski and Donny Anderson . The Million dollar backfield ? I can understand resentment considering the money and compensation given to the younger players . Chuck Bedinarick was not happy with what they were paid , compared to the younger players and he played 58 minutes in the 1960 NFL title game against the Packers ! Joe Namath took a lot of grief with his salary until he beat the Colts . It's the way of life , deal with it . Remember the running back you replaced Ronnie Bull , did he cry ?
Well, there's no telling how well R. Bull would have played if he had stayed in Chicago. His attitude would have been different. And Philadelphia didn't play Chicago in 1971, so he could've taken matters into his own hands, and had a career day, or not. That would have been interesting.
Weird ... Ronnie Bull played during a time when men had more testosterone than estrogen. That's why being competitive in decades past is now considered "Hateful, Racist, Bullying" etc. I can't watch today's NFL games ... Bunch of oft injured, weak, soft, emotional and protected players. Today's players wouldn't last 1 season in the 1960s!
To think that you the narrator of this story thinks this was terrible, you must be a millennial. In his day, I’m quite sure nobody cared or gave it a second thought. Only someone here today that wasn’t even born at that time would think it was appalling. All those old players were tough as nails. I bet his old team mates understood and didn’t give it a second thought.
Did I miss something? Doesn’t sweetness have most yards from scrimmage for Bears? If so that’s a big swing and miss here. If I am mistaken I apologize.
I love seeing the old game film. My dad had season tickets to the Bears since 1954. I was thirteen when the Bears won the 1963 Championship.
Dang… that’s sad… I truly hope he found peace in his heart and life later on.. he’s still alive too.. 🙏🏾
Wow... there's being bitter and there's being this guy. Thanks for sharing this interesting story from years ago.
Bear fan since 1964, and to this day, when asked who my favorite Bear player was, without hesitation, I'll say Ronnie Bull. As tough a FB as one ever saw. Consistent power running and very good lead blocker for Sayers, Bull gave his all for the Bears, and I fully understand his POV when he wasn't even given the opportunity to fight for a roster spot. You are talking about an NFL era where "bounties" weren't uncommon, so wishing for injuries just points to the competitiveness of the era. After Bull's Bear departure, the team, literally fell into a black hole, as talent evaluation was horrific for most of the 70's. Not saying that cutting Bull was the cause, but, the Bear front office proved its ineptitude over and over.
Bull had no business talking about those new halfbacks the way he did. I don't blame him for having beef with the Bears' coaching staff and management, but coming at those new HBs that way was uncalled for.
Bull should have pulled a Maxwell Smart and said, "Look, I hope I wasn't out of line with that crack about breaking their legs." 1971 was also the year that Alex Karras's career ended when the Lions cut him at the end of the pre-season, and he didn't go quietly, with a memorably hilarious rant that included shots at European kickers ("I keek a touchdown!").
That's quite a block by Mike Ditka (#89) at 5:49. I think Joe Robb (#84) is the defensive lineman with the pathetic missed tackle at 9:48; Larry Wilson (#8) is the safety who provides the textbook example of how to tackle at 10:10.
Going into the 1971 season, Bull ranked 10th in career rushing yards among active NFC players (behind Bill Brown, Gale Sayers, Ken Willard, Tommy Mason, Tom Woodeshick, Hoyle Granger, Johnny Roland, Fran Tarkenton, and Dave Osborn), but with just 9 career rushing TDs in 9 years. Active AFC players ahead of him were Leroy Kelly, Jim Nance, Matt Snell, Tom Matte, Mike Garrett, and Hewritt Dixon.
Jim Harrison and Joe Moore ended their careers in the CFL. Harrison spent the entire 1977 season with the B.C. Lions, rushing 81 times for 345 yards and 3 TDs. Joe Moore played the last game of the 1974 season with the Edmonton Eskimos, rushing 17 times for 67 yards and a touchdown; he remains the only Edmonton player to score a touchdown in his only game with the team. Moore left camp for "personal reasons" before the first pre-season game in 1975, and didn't return. Footage of Moore carrying the ball in his only CFL game was stylized by CBC and used in the intro to their CFL telecasts for the 1975 season.
As in, ONE TD per year? Oh my, how their success was on the line 😂😂😂
@@Goji-eletienne He added 5 TDs on pass receptions. This video shows most of his scoring output.
You forgot to mention running back, Willie Gallimore who was on that 1963 NFL Championship team. He died in an auto wreck just before the start of the 1964 season.
From the video clips you can see that Ronnie Bull (29) was a good RB back in the day, with power, good moves, good pass catching ability, and some speed. The Bears were a feared team when he was drafted and won ROY in 1962 and the NFL title in 1963 (the Monsters of the Midway). His career was overshadowed, of course, by Gale Sayers (40), who arrived on the scene in 1965. I don’t fault him for something he said out of anger at being traded. It was a different time - there was a lot of nasty s being said in those days, a lot of late hits, and cheap shots. This was Chicago and Philly, remember.
At least Ronnie Bull didn't slap a curse on the Bears just like Bobby Layne did with the Lions. 😅
3:53...The most in the league? Green Bay says hello
At the time of the story in question
@@OfficialJaguarGator9 Packers had 11 titles by 1971, compared to the Bears 8. As of today it is 13--9.
@@phoggknight6714 It was poorly worded on my end. I meant to phrase it as 1963, as in, the year that Bull was on the Bears when they won the title
So the bears drafted two running backs in the first round…….man how football has changed
So Ronnie was the OG Chicago Bull. Good night everybody!
Honestly i feel pretty much the same
Another fantastic video, just seeing the footage as you tell us about this horrible player hating on his ex-teammates, keeps me watching.
He’s Bitter?? Sounds like we need more players with intensity, piss and vinegar in his veins.
I think your over selling this a lil too much..
No diffrent Chuck Badnarik, Dick Butkus would say.
It’s called competition!!
Anybody watches this NFL past 24 years crazy.
You got a video on Hames Harrison about his intensity too?
Son your a kid who never played.
This was football then.
Not a gamer, someone who talks about it..
That Funeral Music c’mon man change it up!
I can understand your POV
When Jim Taylor left the Packers , along with Paul Hornung , to the Saints. Lombardi stated " We will miss Paul Hornung , we will replace Jim Taylor . We all know what Jim Taylor did for the Packers . He was pissed with the addition of Jim Grabowski and Donny Anderson . The Million dollar backfield ? I can understand resentment considering the money and compensation given to the younger players . Chuck Bedinarick was not happy with what they were paid , compared to the younger players and he played 58 minutes in the 1960 NFL title game against the Packers ! Joe Namath took a lot of grief with his salary until he beat the Colts . It's the way of life , deal with it . Remember the running back you replaced Ronnie Bull , did he cry ?
Didn't Lombardi actually not even mention Taylor by name? I thought he said , "We will replace the OTHER fellow."
1:05 oh my gosh, there is nobody at that game!
That quote is hilarious
I'm pretty sure shots like this weren't meant as harsh as they seem with a 2024 lens. Language back then had less of a soft touch.
When the video first started I was thinking of Bobby Layne, but damn even Bobby Layne wasn't that bitter.
Does anyone know Ronnie? He's still alive. I'd love to get his take 54 years later on his comment
Well, there's no telling how well R. Bull would have played if he had stayed in Chicago. His attitude would have been different. And Philadelphia didn't play Chicago in 1971, so he could've taken matters into his own hands, and had a career day, or not. That would have been interesting.
Ronnie Bull Said He Would Get Revenge On The Chicago Bears For Trading Him To The Philadelphia Eagles.
Weird ... Ronnie Bull played during a time when men had more testosterone than estrogen.
That's why being competitive in decades past is now considered "Hateful, Racist, Bullying" etc.
I can't watch today's NFL games ... Bunch of oft injured, weak, soft, emotional and protected players.
Today's players wouldn't last 1 season in the 1960s!
Uhh... he does not strike me as an emotionally sound individual.
That thumbnail .... well than that's one way of expressing yourself!
To think that you the narrator of this story thinks this was terrible, you must be a millennial. In his day, I’m quite sure nobody cared or gave it a second thought. Only someone here today that wasn’t even born at that time would think it was appalling. All those old players were tough as nails. I bet his old team mates understood and didn’t give it a second thought.
Im going to comment this under every video
He didn't hurt anyone, Guys could handle those kind of things back then.
Did I miss something? Doesn’t sweetness have most yards from scrimmage for Bears? If so that’s a big swing and miss here. If I am mistaken I apologize.
At the time of this story
Today, yes, it’s Walter Payton
You keep saying "bowl".
Then nothing it is!
Your being over dramatic. Not a big deal.
oh shutup
Nobody wanted to go to philly bull curt flood rolen Santa