Tom Thayer
Tom Thayer is the play-by-play analyst for the Chicago Bears radio network.
Originally a Bears’ fourth-round draft pick in 1983 after an All-America career at Notre Dame, Tom Thayer played for two-plus seasons with the USFL’s Chicago Blitz and Arizona Wranglers before joining the Bears.
One of the team’s strongest players, Thayer earned his starting role at right guard four games into the 1985 season and eventually compiled consecutive game and consecutive start streaks that led the Bears during the late 1980s.
Thayer left the Bears in 1992 after a distinguished eight-year career at offensive guard. He retired in 1993 after one season with the Miami Dolphins.
Before joining the Bears radio team in 1997, Thayer worked for two years as a Bears analyst on WFLD-TV’s pro football programming.
A former all-state lineman at Joliet Catholic High, Thayer resides in Chicago.
To Win Division, Bears Must Do Their Part
The Bears have a lot on their minds this week. They don’t know for sure where their game against the Vikings will be played and they can lock up the division with a win. LISTEN: TOM THAYER
Briggs: We Understand What This Game Means
The Patriots have been one of the best teams in the NFL for a while. With a Hall of Fame quarterback leading the way, the Bears have a tough task ahead of them on Sunday. LISTEN: TOM THAYER
Urlacher Helping Bears With Playoff Push
Remember all the worries about Urlacher’s health during training camp? Just two weeks ago he broke Mike Singletary’s career franchise record for tackles. Brian Urlacher is healthy and helping the Bears make their push for the playoffs. LISTEN: TOM THAYER AND JOSH LISS
Peppers-McKinnie Matchup Key For Bears-Vikings
The last time Julius Peppers lined up across from Minnesota’s mountainous left tackle Bryant McKinnie, Peppers had his way. TOM THAYER INTERVIEW
It’s ‘O Canada’ For Bears, Bills On Sunday
The Chicago Bears look to keep the Buffalo Bills winless in Toronto matchup. TOM THAYER INTERVIEW
Bears’ Offense To Blame, Not Defense, For Losses
With the Bears losing three of four, their offense is ranked among the worst. Chicago ranks 30th in yardage, 29th in rushing, 29th in passer rating and 26th in points per game. LISTEN: THE TOM THAYER REPORT
Briggs Criticizes League’s Stance On Hits
Briggs feels “very good about playing” against Donovan McNabb and the Washington Redskins. LISTEN: TOM THAYER INTERVIEW
The Bears Report: Tom Thayer Previews Sunday
WBBM Game Day Analyst Tom Thayers answers “What is there for the Bears to fear about the Seattle Seahawks?”
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