1971 Chicago Bears season

The 1971 Chicago Bears season was their 52nd regular season completed in the National Football League. The team finished with a 6–8 record, another below .500 showing, eventually costing head coach Jim Dooley his job. This was their 1st season at Soldier Field.

Week 2

 * Dick Gordon 10 Rec, 115 Yds

Week 6
Chuck Hughes became the first NFL player to die on the field during a game.