
Thuney Earns Inaugural Protector of the Year for Bears
Bears left guard Joe Thuney won the inaugural Protector of the Year award at NFL Honors, recognizing the NFL's top offensive lineman for protection and durability. A panel of former linemen voted; Thuney, also a first-team All-Pro and Pro Bowl selection and team captain, helped the Bears win the NFC North and reach the divisional round, anchoring a line that led the league in fewest giveaways (11) and allowed the third-fewest sacks (24) while aiding a strong rushing attack.













