Fun Facts About the No. 25 NFL Draft Pick

The Chicago Bears hold the No. 25 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, so here are some interesting details about that selection.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 8:45pm

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With the Chicago Bears holding the No. 25 pick in the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft, senior writer Larry Mayer uncovers some fun facts about that draft slot. The last time the Bears selected a player at No. 25 was in 1963, when they won the NFL championship that season. The most notable No. 25 pick in Bears history was fullback Gary Famigiletti, a three-time Pro Bowler who helped the team win three NFL titles. The last time the Bears had the No. 25 pick was in 1989, when they traded down. Overall, the No. 25 pick has produced some talented players, though none have made the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Why it matters

As the Bears prepare for the 2026 NFL Draft, their No. 25 overall pick will be an important selection that could impact the team's future. Understanding the history and trends of that draft slot can provide valuable context as the Bears make their pick.

The details

The Bears have drafted four players with the No. 25 pick in their history. In 1963, they selected tight end Bob Jencks, who won a championship ring as a rookie. Their most notable No. 25 pick was fullback Gary Famigiletti in 1938, a three-time Pro Bowler who helped the Bears win three NFL titles. The last time the Bears had the No. 25 pick was in 1989, when they traded down to acquire additional second- and third-round selections.

  • The Bears last selected a player at No. 25 in 1963.
  • The Bears' most notable No. 25 pick was in 1938 when they drafted Gary Famigiletti.
  • The last time the Bears had the No. 25 pick was in 1989, when they traded down.

The players

Bob Jencks

A tight end drafted by the Bears at No. 25 in 1963, Jencks appeared in 14 games over two seasons with the team and won an NFL championship ring as a rookie.

Gary Famigiletti

A fullback drafted by the Bears at No. 25 in 1938, Famigiletti spent eight of his nine NFL seasons in Chicago, rushing for 1,927 yards and 20 touchdowns. He was a three-time Pro Bowler and helped the Bears win three NFL championships.

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The takeaway

The No. 25 pick in the NFL Draft has produced some talented players for the Bears over the years, including a three-time Pro Bowler who helped the team win multiple championships. As the Bears prepare for the 2026 draft, their selection at this slot could be an important one that impacts the team's future.