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This month in Bears history | April
With the NFL set to celebrate its 100th birthday on Sept. 17, 2020, here's a look at what transpired during the month of April in Bears history.
April 2
In 2009, the Bears acquired quarterback Jay Cutler in a blockbuster trade with the Broncos.
April 3
In 1959, former cornerback Leslie Frazier was born. Frazier played five seasons with the Bears and was a starter on the Super Bowl XX championship team.
April 8
In 1910, Hall of Fame lineman George Musso was born. Musso spent his entire NFL career with the Bears from 1933-44, helping them win four league championships.
April 10
In 2012, Bears Hall of Fame middle linebacker Brian Urlacher was presented with the prestigious Ed Block Courage Award.
April 11
In 1916, Hall of Fame guard Danny Fortmann was born. Fortmann played his entire NFL career with the Bears from 1936-43, helping the Monsters of the Midway win NFL championships in 1940, '41 and '43.
April 14
In 2014, the Bears matched an offer sheet Kyle Fuller had signed with the Packers and inked the veteran cornerback to a four-year contract.
April 15
In 2000, the Bears selected middle linebacker Brian Urlacher in the first round of the draft.
April 15
In 2000, the Bears selected safety Mike Brown in the second round of the draft.
April 18
In 1975, former long-snapper Patrick Mannelly was born. Mannelly owns Bears records for most season (16) and games (245) played in franchise history.
April 22
In 1995, the Bears selected running back Rashaan Salaam with the 21st pick in the first round of the draft. Salaam rushed for 1,074 yards and 10 touchdowns as a rookie.
April 23
In 2018, running back Matt Forte signed a one-day contract to officially retire from the NFL as Bears.
April 23
In 2018, return specialist Devin Hester signed a one-day contract to officially retire from the NFL as Bears.
April 27
In 1919, longtime Bears vice president, chairman and chairman emeritus Ed McCaskey—the late husband of Virginia McCaskey—was born.
April 28
In 1968, former Bears safety Mark Carrier was born. A three-time Pro Bowler, Carrier set an NFL rookie record and Bears mark with 10 interceptions in 1990.
April 29
In 1983, former Bears quarterback Jay Cutler was born.
April 29
In 1983, former Bears defensive tackle Tommie Harris was born.
