Take a time machine back to the past to read what was being said about Bears stars such as Walter Payton, Devin Hester, Roquan Smith and others the day they were drafted.

When you ask a football fan who they think is the greatest running back of all time, you're going to hear one of just two ...

Chicago Bears guard Kurt Becker (79) leads the blocking for Hall of Fame running back Walter Payton (34) during a 20-7 victory over the New Orleans Saints on Oct. 7, 1984, at Soldier Field.

The Chicago Bears' Walter Payton Era lasted for 13 seasons as fans witnessed one of the greatest running backs to ever grace a football field.

The Bears made history 50 years ago Tuesday, selecting superstar running back Walter Payton with the fourth overall pick in the 1975 NFL Draft.

Walter Payton died 20 years ago Friday at the age of 45. We take a quick look back at the legacy the Chicago Bears Hall of Famer left behind.

The Chicago Bears have five former players and coaches including Walter Payton listed among Sports Illustrated's most influential figures in NFL history.

Top 10 Players in Bears history for the purpose of comment and discussion, and no, Walter Payton is not No. 1.

5 hilarious moments in Chicago Bears history starring Walter Payton, Mike Ditka, Jim McMahon, and more The NFL generally isn’t a breeding ground for quality humor. Until it is.

Jackson State’s Walter Payton (left) was picked No. 4 by the Chicago Bears in the first round of the 1975 NFL draft. Teammate Robert Brazile (right) was selected 6th by the Houston Oilers.