running room for Joe Maniaci, who averaged 7.1 yards per carry for his 544 yards. Other top performances Dick Plasman and Les McDonald continued to play well at end, combining for 35 receptions and 6 touchdowns. Jack Manders continued to kick well in his last season and led the team in scoring. The interior line continued to be strong, with Bausch, Fortmann, Stydahar, and Musso representing one of the strongest units in football. The defense fell down a bit this season, and probably cost the Bears the division, allowing 157 points including more than 20 four times. The pieces were almost in place for the Bears to dominate the league, but that would have to wait for the next decade. Future Hall of Fame players Dan Fortmann, guard Sid Luckman, quarterback (rookie from Columbia University) George Musso, guard Joe Stydahar, tackle Other leading players Frank Bausch, center Jack Manders, fullback/kicker Joe Maniaci, back Bernie Masterson, quarterback Les McDonald, end Ray Nolting, halfback Bill Osmanski, fullback (rookie from Holy Cross) Richard Plasman, end Schedule Standings Chicago Bears Chicago Bears seasons Chicago Bears