I did #10 on a Wednesday, well because tomorrow is Thanksgiving. Instead of blogging, I'm going to be filling and stuffing my body with turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and other assorted Thanksgiving foods.
This list was based on what the player accomplished in this decade for the Chicago Bears. A minimum of two years must have been played in this decade.
Enjoy!
#10 Jim Miller QB (2008-2002)
Jim Miller played with several NFL teams in his career, but the most noticeable was the Chicago Bears. He had only played two games with the Steelers, before earning the staring job with the Bears.
Miller ran the Bears offense through that magical 2001 season. Sure you can say the Defense was the highlight of that team, but Miller never made the mistakes at quarterback to hurt his team. Even the fans liked him. Crowning the nickname "It's Miller Time" during that season.
Of the 19 or so quarterbacks Chicago has had since McMahon, Miller is top five on that list, playing ability.
He posted his best season as a Bear in 2001, while playing a career high 14 games. Miller threw for 2,299 yards along with 13 touchdowns. He had 10 interceptions that season, but none of them really costing his team.
Miller led the Bears to the playoffs in 2001, and a playoff match up with the Philadelphia Eagles.
The game was competitive for the first half, until Hugh Douglas lay ed out Miller and separating his shoulder. Ending Miller's game, and the Bears season. Watching that game as a 12 year old kid I was heartbroken. I remember losing our quarterback and just knowing that game was over.
Jim Miller is recognized as number 10 because of how well he played as a Bear. He was a serviceable quarterback that could lead a team. What if he doesnt get hurt in that game and stays as the Bears quarterback? Who know's? Maybe the Bears win the game.
Miller now serves as a analyst for Bears Post Game Live on Comcast Sports Network Chicago. Check him out after every Bears game this year.
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