Chicago Bears
A front-facing orange with a navy outline bear’s head with mouth wide open giving a mighty roar.
Former alternate logo.
Chicago Bears
2002 - 2023
A wishbone-style letter "C" in orange with white and navy blue trim.
Updated the shade of orange once again.
Chicago Bears
1997 - 2002
A wishbone-style letter "C" in orange with white and navy blue trim.
Slightly updated the shade of orange again.
Chicago Bears
1983 - 1997
A wishbone-style letter "C" in orange with white and navy blue trim.
Slightly updated the shade of orange.
Chicago Bears
1973 - 1983
An orange wishbone letter "C" with white and black trim.
Chicago Bears
1946 - 1973
This logo was introduced in early 1954 as a black bear crawling on top of a orange with black outline and white seams football.
Chicago Bears
1922 - 1946
The Bear's first logo was introduced in the early 1940 with a black bear running with a football.
Chicago Staleys
1921 - 1922
With the move to Chicago, the new logo featured a small brown football in black outline. A wordmark "STALEYS" in red with a blue outline.
Decatur Staleys
1920 - 1921
The Decatur Staleys were formed in Decatur, Illinois in 1919, named after their sponsor, the A. E. Staley Company. This logo is A. E. Staley's company logo and used for the football team.
The FOOTBALL FAN's Guide to the Chicago Bears Logo History
In this comprehensive video, we present The Football Fan's Guide to the Chicago Bears Logo History, taking you on a visual journey through the evolution of one of the NFL's most iconic emblems. Discover how the Bears' logo has changed over the years, reflecting the team's storied past and the spirit of its passionate fanbase...
A Deep Dive into Chicago Bears Logo Evolution
The Chicago Bears logo has seen only subtle changes since its introduction, reinforcing the team's strong identity. Originally featuring a black bear in the early 1900s, the franchise shifted to the now-famous “C” design in 1962. The Chicago Bears logo history reflects a legacy built on consistency, discipline, and tradition—qualities that continue to define the team on and off the field in the hearts of die-hard fans.
For those interested in classic designs, the Chicago Bears old logo—a full bear image used in earlier decades—offers a nostalgic glimpse into the team’s past. Today, the Chicago Bears helmet logo, featuring the simple yet striking orange “C” on navy blue, remains a staple on the field and in fan collections. Together, these designs showcase the team’s rich history and its evolution into a timeless NFL brand.If you're curious to explore more team designs, check out our NFL logo evolution archive to see how other franchises have adapted over the decades.
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