GSH on Chicago Bears jersey honors founder George Halas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 2:27 AM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
The Chicago Bears' uniforms feature the initials GSH, which stand for George Stanley Halas. Halas, known as 'Papa Bear,' was the founder and former owner of the team as well as a key figure in the establishment of the NFL. The Bears have worn these initials on their jersey sleeves since Halas's death in 1983. The letters serve as a tribute to his legacy within the organization and the league.
- •GSH stands for George Stanley Halas.
- •Halas was the founder of the Chicago Bears.
- •The initials have been on the uniform since 1983.
- •Halas is recognized as a key figure in NFL history.
- 2:27 AMYahoo Sports — GSH Bears jersey. What does it stand for?
"The GSH on the Bears uniform has a special meaning. Here's what it is.
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