Thursday, January 19, 2012

Century Spotlight: Gary Fencik 1981 Chicago Bears

Gary Fencik had his best season in 1981, playing in his 6th season for the Chicago Bears. Fincik was drafted by the Bears in 1976 and played his entire 12 year career in the Bear's secondary.

That season Fencik intercepted 6 passes, returning them for a total of 121 yards, he also took one of them back for a touchdown. That was also the only season Fencik chosen as a 1st Team All-Pro member. Fencik was selected to play in the 1981 Pro Bowl, just as he had been in 1980.

Fencik is the Bears all-time leader in interceptions and tackles. He was with the team in 1985 when they won the Super Bowl, he was also part of the 2nd team All-Pro that season.

Fencik is also was part of the 1985 Video Super Bowl Shuffle. (Seen below)



References:
http://archive.chicagobreakingsports.com/fencik.jpg
http://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/F/FencGa00.htm

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