Packers highlight historic performances against Bears ahead of matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 8:15 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026

As the Green Bay Packers prepare for their game against the Chicago Bears, a review of historic performances reveals key milestones. Lynn Dickey recorded the first 300-yard passing game against the Bears in 1983. Similarly, Clark Hinkle logged the earliest known 100-yard rushing game in 1936, while Verne Lewellen achieved the first 100-yard receiving game in 1926. The first sack recorded by the Packers against Chicago came from Cliff Lewis and Ezra Johnson in 1983. Additionally, Don Hutson is recognized for the first recorded interception against the Bears in 1940. These milestones reflect the Packers' long-standing rivalry and rich history with the Bears.
- •Lynn Dickey's first 300-yard game against Bears occurred in 1983.
- •Clark Hinkle achieved the first known 100-yard rushing game in 1936.
- •Verne Lewellen's 100-yard receiving game against the Bears was in 1926.
- •Packers recorded their first sack against Bears in 1983 by Cliff Lewis and Ezra Johnson.
- •Don Hutson noted for the first recorded interception against the Bears in 1940.
- 8:15 PMYahoo Sports — The “firsts” of Packers’ top performances against the Bears
"We’ve seen plenty of Packers put up big numbers against the Bears, but only a few guys can be the first.
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