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Rex Grossman

Grossman addresses the media in a post-game interview
Chicago Bears — No. 8
Quarterback
Date of birth: August 23, 1980 (1980-08-23) (age 27)
Place of birth: Bloomington, Indiana
Height: 6 ft 1 in (1. The Chicago Bears are a professional American football team based in Chicago, Illinois. In team Sports the squad number, shirt number, jersey number, sweater number, or uniform number is the Number Quarterback ( QB) is a position in American and Canadian football. Events 79 - Mount Vesuvius begins stirring on the feast day of Vulcan the Roman god of fire Year 1980 ( MCMLXXX) was a Leap year starting on Tuesday (link displays the 1980 Gregorian calendar) Bloomington is a city and the County seat of Monroe County in the south central region of the U A foot (plural feet or foot; symbol or abbreviation ft or sometimes &prime – the prime symbol) is a non-SI unit Inches redirects here To see the Les Savy Fav album see Inches. 85 m) Weight: 217 lb (98 kg)
National Football League debut
2003 for the Chicago Bears
Career history
College: Florida
NFL Draft: 2003 / Round: 1 / Pick: 22
 Teams:
Current status: Active
Career highlights and awards
  • First-team All-American (2001)
  • AP National Player of the Year (2001)
  • NFC Offensive Player of the Month (Sep 06)
  • Ed Block Courage Award (2006)
Selected NFL statistics
(through Week 17 of the 2007 NFL season)
TD-INT     31-33
Passing yards     5,907
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Stats at NFL.com

Rex Daniel Grossman III (born August 23, 1980) is a quarterback of the National Football League for the Chicago Bears. Events 79 - Mount Vesuvius begins stirring on the feast day of Vulcan the Roman god of fire Year 1980 ( MCMLXXX) was a Leap year starting on Tuesday (link displays the 1980 Gregorian calendar) Quarterback ( QB) is a position in American and Canadian football. The National Football League ( NFL) is the largest professional American football league. The Chicago Bears are a professional American football team based in Chicago, Illinois. He graduated from Bloomington High School South and attended the University of Florida on an athletic scholarship. Bloomington High School South (sometimes BHSS or simply South) is a High school in Bloomington, Indiana. The University of Florida ( Florida or UF) is a public land-grant, sea-grant, space-grant major Research [1] Grossman led the Florida Gators to two championship games, and was the runner-up for the 2001 Heisman Trophy. The Florida Gators are the athletic teams that collectively represent the University of Florida in Gainesville Florida. [2]

Grossman began his professional career with the Bears as the twenty-second overall selection in the 2003 NFL Draft, but spent most of his first three seasons sidelined with injuries. The 2003 National Football League Draft took place on April 26–27 2003 [3] He completed his first full season in 2006, leading the Bears to a National Football Conference Championship, and helping the team score the second most points in the league. The 2006 Chicago Bears season was their 87th regular season and 25th post-season completed in the National Football League. The NFC Championship Game is one of the two Semi-final matches of the National Football League the largest professional American football league in the United [4]

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Early life

Rex Grossman was born to Daniel and Maureen Grossman in Bloomington, Indiana. Bloomington is a city and the County seat of Monroe County in the south central region of the U Under the motivation and guidance of his father, Daniel, Grossman began playing football at an early age in grade school. He originally started his football career as a running back. Despite his success as a running back, Grossman’s mother, Maureen, asked his coach to convert him to a quarterback while he was in the sixth grade. [5]

He attended Bloomington South High School, where he threw 97 touchdowns for 7,518 yards. Bloomington High School South (sometimes BHSS or simply South) is a High school in Bloomington, Indiana. [3] Grossman threw 44 touchdown passes during his senior year, including a game where he threw six and two games where he threw four. His senior season reached its pinnacle on November 28, 1998, when he led his team to a 34-14 5A championship title over Homestead High School. For the town in Argentina, see 28 de Noviembre. Events Year 1998 ( MCMXCVIII) was a Common year starting on Thursday (link will display full 1998 Gregorian calendar) Homestead High School, in Fort Wayne Indiana, United States, is a public 4-year high school with a comprehensive intake of over 2000 students Grossman threw five touchdowns for 216 yards, setting a state record for most touchdowns thrown in a championship game. [6]

Grossman received national recognition as the 1998 Indiana Player-of-the-Year by USA Today, and was ranked among the top fifteen players in the nation by the National Recruiting Advisor. USA TODAY is a national American daily Newspaper published by the Gannett Company. [3] Parade Magazine also named him to their "All-America team". [3] He received state-wide honors when he was named "Indiana's Mr. Football" later that year. [3] Residents of his hometown community still remember his accomplishments and passing records. Grossman’s high school retired his jersey in the summer of 2007 to commemorate his initial return and success during the 2006 season. The 2006 Chicago Bears season was their 87th regular season and 25th post-season completed in the National Football League. [7]

Collegiate career

After completing high school, Grossman elected to attend the University of Florida, as opposed to Indiana University, where his father and grandfather played football. Indiana University is the flagship campus of the Indiana University system. [3] After redshirting his freshman year, Grossman became Florida’s third string quarterback, behind Jesse Palmer and Brock Berlin. Redshirt is a term used in American College athletics that refers to delaying or suspending an athlete's participation in order to lengthen his or her period of eligibility Jesse James Palmer (born October 5 1978 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada) is a sports commentator and former pro American football Brock Berlin (born July 4, 1981 in Shreveport Louisiana) is an American football Quarterback for the St Grossman struggled during his first game as the Gators' starting quarterback. After being called to fill in for the injured Palmer, Grossman threw three interceptions against the University of Georgia, prompting coach Steve Spurrier to bench him in favor of Berlin. The University of Georgia ( UGA) is a public research University located in Athens, Georgia, the oldest and largest of the Stephen Orr Spurrier (born April 20, 1945 in Miami Beach Florida) is a former American football player and currently the head coach Grossman rebounded during the following week by completing 21 of 34 passes for 334 yards and two touchdowns. [8]

Grossman continued his success by leading the Gators to a 10-2 season in 2001. He came in second to University of Nebraska quarterback Eric Crouch in one of the closest votes in Heisman Trophy history, losing only by 62 votes. The University of Nebraska is the public University system in the state of Nebraska, USA. Eric Eugene Crouch (born November 16, 1978 in Omaha Nebraska) is an American and Canadian football Quarterback who [9] He also earned accolades as the AP National Player-of-the-Year, and finalist for other awards, including the Walter Camp National Player-of-the-Year Award, Maxwell College Player-of-the-Year Award and Davey O'Brien National Quarterback-of-the-Year Award. [10][3] Grossman played in the famed "Slingin' in the Rain" game against Louisiana State University, where he threw 22 completions in 32 attempts, for 464 yards and 5 touchdowns, en route to a 44-15 victory over the Tigers. Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College, generally known as Louisiana State University or LSU, is a public, Coeducational [11][12] In 2006, in an interview with the Chicago Tribune, Grossman claimed the victory to be his most memorable game at the University of Florida. The Chicago Tribune is a major daily Newspaper based in Chicago, Illinois, United States, and owned by the Tribune Company [10] He ended his sophomore season with a 56-23 victory over the University of Maryland in the 2002 Orange Bowl. The Maryland Terrapins (commonly referred to as 'the Terps' is the intercollegiate football team that represents the University of Maryland in The Orange Bowl is an annual College football game that is usually played the first week in January in the Miami Florida metro area in the United States [13]

Grossman completed his junior year by leading the Gators to the 2003 Outback Bowl, where they lost to University of Michigan 38-30 despite his completing 21 of 41 passes for 323 yards and two touchdowns. The Outback Bowl is an annual College football Bowl game played at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Florida. The University of Michigan Ann Arbor ( U of M, U-M, UM or simply Michigan) is a top-ranked Coeducational public research [3] Under the helm of Ron Zook, Grossman decided to forego his final year of collegiate eligibility and declared for the NFL Draft. Ron Zook (born April 28, 1954 in Loudonville Ohio) is an American football coach and the current Head coach at the University Grossman achieved many feats during his collegiate career, including either breaking or approaching many of the records set by Danny Wuerffel, and earned a 146. Daniel Carl Wuerffel (born May 27, 1974 in Pensacola Florida) is a former American football player who won the 1996 Heisman Trophy 77 passer rating, becoming the third most efficient passer in the Southeastern Conference's history. [3] He also threw 77 touchdowns for 9,164 yards. [2]

Professional career

Early setbacks

The Chicago Bears selected Grossman during the first round of the 2003 NFL Draft. The Chicago Bears are a professional American football team based in Chicago, Illinois. The 2003 National Football League Draft took place on April 26–27 2003 Under the leadership of coach Dick Jauron, Grossman was sidelined in favor of veteran quarterbacks Chris Chandler and Kordell Stewart. Richard Manual Jauron (born October 7, 1950 in Peoria Illinois) has been the Head coach of the Buffalo Bills of the National Christopher Mark Chandler (born October 12, 1965) is a retired American football player who played as a Quarterback in the National Football Kordell Stewart, Nicknamed " Slash " (born October 16, 1972 in Marrero Louisiana) is an American NFL [14] Grossman only saw playing time during the later portion of the season after the Bears had been eliminated from playoff contention. His season ended when he was forced to leave the final game with a broken finger. [15] Prior to the start of the 2004 NFL season, the Bears fired Jauron and hired Lovie Smith, who declared Grossman the team's starting quarterback. The 2004 season of the National Football League (NFL was the 85th season for the major professional American football league in the United States Lovie Lee Smith (born in Gladewater Texas) is the Head coach of the Chicago Bears professional football team of the NFL. Grossman was criticized when he threw a game-ending interception against the Detroit Lions on opening day. [16] Criticism of his durability intensified when he damaged his knee ligaments while scrambling for a touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings. The Minnesota Vikings are a professional American football team based out of Minneapolis Minnesota. The injury forced Grossman to spend the remainder of the season recuperating. [17]

Grossman missed most of the 2005 season after breaking his ankle in a preseason game. The 2005 season of the National Football League (NFL was the 86th season played by the major professional American football league in the United States Grossman appeared in a press conference after the game, where he remarked “Shit happens” to a crowd of spectators. " Shit happens " is a common Slang phrase used as a simple existential observation that life is full of imperfections or " C'est la vie [18] On December 18, 2005, Grossman returned to the field, leading the Bears to a 16-3 victory over the Atlanta Falcons. Events 218 BC - Second Punic War: Battle of the Trebia - Hannibal 's Carthaginian forces defeat those of the Year 2005 ( MMV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. The Atlanta Falcons are an American football team based in Atlanta Georgia. In the following game against the Green Bay Packers, he completed eleven of sixteen passes for 166 yards for a touchdown and one interception in a 24-17 victory. The Green Bay Packers are a professional American football team based in Green Bay Wisconsin. Grossman’s victory enabled the Bears to clinch a playoff berth and the National Football Conference's second playoff seed. The National Football Conference ( NFC) is one of the two conferences of the National Football League (NFL [19] In his first playoff game, Grossman struggled to anchor the Bears’ offense, throwing 17 of 41 passes for 192 yards for one touchdown and an interception in a 29-21 loss against the Carolina Panthers. The Carolina Panthers are a professional football team based in Charlotte North Carolina, representing both North Carolina and South Carolina in the [20]

Return

During the 2006 Chicago Bears season, Grossman became the first Bears quarterback to start sixteen games since Erik Kramer in 1995. The 2006 Chicago Bears season was their 87th regular season and 25th post-season completed in the National Football League. William Erik Kramer (born November 6, 1964 in Encino California) is a former American football Quarterback. The 1995 Chicago Bears season was their 76th regular season completed in the National Football League. [21] In a season dubbed as a "roller coaster ride" by Grossman himself, the fourth-year quarterback had several productive performances, which were seemingly diluted by a handful of turnover-ridden games. [22] While earning a passer rating of at least 100 in seven games, he earned a sub 50 rating in five games during the latter portion of the season. Grossman, who was named as the “NFC Offensive Player of the Month” in September, concluded the season’s final month with a 64. 4 passer rating, including a zero rating during the season’s finale game against the Packers. [23][24] Grossman’s work ethic drew criticism, when he admitted that he was not adequately prepared to play, and later claimed the game to be "meaningless". [25] After noticing that his words had been misinterpreted, he rationalized his statement days later. [26] His inconsistent performance drew criticism, and calls for Smith to bench Grossman in favor of the veteran Brian Griese. Brian David Griese (Gree-see (born March 18 1975 in Miami Florida) is an American football Quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers [27]

Nevertheless, Smith, who supported Grossman throughout the season, declared that Grossman would remain the Bears’ starting quarterback throughout the playoffs[28], causing much skepticism within the Chicago area. [29] He temporarily silenced his critics by leading the Bears to a 27-24 victory over the Seattle Seahawks, completing 21 of 38 passes for 282 yards and one interception, fumble, and touchdown. The Seattle Seahawks are a professional American football team based in Seattle Washington, USA [30] The following week, he led the Bears to 39-14 victory over the New Orleans Saints, which allowed the Bears to claim the NFC Championship and advance to Super Bowl XLI. The New Orleans Saints are a professional American football team based in New Orleans Louisiana. The NFC Championship Game is one of the two Semi-final matches of the National Football League the largest professional American football league in the United Super Bowl XLI was an American football game played on February 4 2007 at Dolphin Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, a suburb of [31] Grossman completed 20 of 28 passes, including a one-yard touchdown pass. However, in this game he threw two interceptions, including one that was returned for a touchdown, and fumbled twice due to miscues between him and center Olin Kreutz. Olin George Kreutz (kroots (born June 9, 1977 in Honolulu Hawaii) is a center and current member of the Chicago Bears in the [32] Despite additional criticism from his detractors, Grossman received the Ed Block Courage Award after the season ended. The award is awarded to one player from every team, who possesses ideal characteristics of sportsmanship, spirituality, and professionalism, and is believed to be positive role models to their community. [33]

Fallout

Before the 2007 season, Grossman vowed that he would improve his performance by simply “protecting the ball. The 2007 Chicago Bears season was the team's 88th regular season in the National Football League. "[34] Smith named him as the team’s starting quarterback for the 2007 season, despite inconsistent and lackluster play throughout the preseason. [35] Grossman struggled in his first three outings of the season, and committed ten turnovers with a 45. 2 passer rating. [36][37] After week three, several news sources reported that Smith demoted him in favor of Brian Griese. Brian David Griese (Gree-see (born March 18 1975 in Miami Florida) is an American football Quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers [38] The official announcement came the next day, when Smith announced that Griese would start in the team's next game. [36] On November 11, 2007, Grossman reclaimed his first-string role after a shoulder injury sidelined Griese. Events 308 - The Congress of Carnuntum: Attempting to keep peace within the Roman Empire, the leaders of the Tetrarchy declare Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. [39] Though Grossman only played for roughly one half, he led the Bears to a 17-6 victory over the Oakland Raiders with a 59-yard touchdown pass to Bernard Berrian. The Oakland Raiders are a professional American football team based in the city of Oakland California. Bernard Berrian (born December 27, 1980 in Barcelona, Spain) is an American football Wide receiver for the Minnesota [39][40][41]

After reclaiming his starting role, Grossman threw three touchdowns and one interception over the course of three and a half games. [42] He sustained a knee injury during his fifth consecutive start, and was replaced once again by Griese. [43] Grossman was forced to relinquish his starting position to Kyle Orton, who had previously temporarily relieved him after his 2005 preseason injury. Kyle Orton (born November 14 1982 in Altoona Iowa) is an American football Quarterback for the Chicago Bears of the National Football [44]

Grossman became an unrestricted free agent after the 2007 season, but said he wished to return to the Bears. [45] Bears general manager Jerry Angelo said, "We would like to have Rex back in the mix. Jerry Angelo has been the General manager for the National Football League 's Chicago Bears franchise since 2001 " He added that Grossman will face additional competition if he returns, emphasizing the team’s need for a stable passing game. [46][47] Smith has also voiced similar opinions. [48]

Grossman signed a new one-year contract with the Bears on February 23, 2008. Events 1455 - Traditional date for the publication of the Gutenberg Bible, the first Western Book printed from Movable 2008 ( MMVIII) is the current year in accordance with the Gregorian calendar, a Leap year that started on Tuesday of the Common [49] Under terms of the deal, Grossman will have a $3 million base salary. He can make close to $2 million in incentives as long as he's the starting quarterback. [50]

Playing style

Grossman’s Gunslinger attitude is illustrated in his desire to throw long passes, similar to his youth idol, Brett Favre. The following terms are used in American football and Canadian football, but see also the Glossary of Canadian football. Brett Lorenzo Favre (ˈfɑrv (born October 10 1969 is an American football Quarterback for the New York Jets of the National Football League [51][52] During the 2006 season, Grossman had an above average completion rate when throwing passes worth twenty or more yards, but struggled to complete shorter passes. This attitude attributed to Grossman’s inconsistent play. [53] During week twelve of the 2006 season, Grossman threw a game-ending interception while attempting a deep pass to Rashied Davis. Rashied Khalid Davis (born July 24, 1979) is an American football Wide receiver for the Chicago Bears of the National Football [54] However, during the divisional game in the 2006 playoffs, he threw a 68-yard touchdown pass to Berrian on the opening play of the Bears’ second drive. No original research and Verifiability. All content regarding the officiating or controversial calls that is unsourced [55]

Additionally, Grossman’s ability to elude pursuers and scramble has significantly decreased since his season ending leg injury in 2004. "MMIV" redirects here For the Modest Mouse album see " Baron von Bullshit Rides Again " [56] Although he only played three games in 2004, Grossman amassed more rushing yards than he did in sixteen games in 2006. [57] However, he showed his potential to scramble during a game against the St. Louis Rams, after he converted a third and long with a twenty-two yard run. The St Louis Rams are a professional American football team based in St Though the run was the longest of Grossman’s career, it only gave him five net yards for the season at that point. [56]

Personal life

Grossman's family has a long football history. His father and grandfather were football players for Indiana University. His grandfather, Rex, also played for the Baltimore Colts during the 1940s. [5] He resides in Bloomington, Indiana during the offseason with his wife Alison Miska, whom he has been married to since July 9, 2005. Events 455 - Roman military commander Avitus is proclaimed Emperor of the Western Roman Empire. Year 2005 ( MMV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. [58] Grossman also has a sister and nephew who live in Lincolnwood, Illinois, and his parents are friends with Archie Manning. Lincolnwood (formerly Tessville is a village in Cook County, Illinois, United States. Elisha Archibald Manning III (born May 19 1949 in Drew Mississippi) is a former American football Quarterback in the National Football League [59]

Despite the bitter Bears-Packers rivalry, Grossman has been a longtime admirer of Favre, and former Bears quarterback Jim Harbaugh. As with all sports leagues there are a number of significant rivalries in the National Football League (NFL James Joseph "Jim" Harbaugh (born December 23, 1963 in Toledo Ohio) is the American football head coach for the Stanford Cardinal [10] Grossman was also an avid Indianapolis Colts and Indiana Pacers fan. The Indianapolis Colts are a professional American football team based in Indianapolis Indiana. Outside of football, he enjoys playing basketball and watching movies. [10] Additionally, he is a regular guest on FOX News Chicago’s The Final Word, a Sunday night sports show that is co-hosted by former Bears wide receiver Tom Waddle. WFLD, channel 32 is an owned-and-operated television station of the News Corporation -owned Fox Broadcasting Company, based in Chicago Illinois. Gregory "Tom" Thomas Waddle (born February 20 1967 in Cincinnati Ohio) is a former American football Wide receiver He also appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated for Kids' February 2007 issue. The cover featured Grossman with teammates Devin Hester and Tommie Harris posing with bears in a museum exhibit. Devin Hester (born November 4 1982 is an American football Wide receiver and Return specialist for the Chicago Bears of the National Football Tommie Harris Jr (born April 29, 1983 in) is an American football Defensive tackle for the Chicago Bears of the National Football

Grossman has also earned several nicknames over the course of his football career. While at the University of Florida, Spurrier dubbed him “Sexy Rexy. " The nickname earned national recognition when teammate Muhsin Muhammad used the nickname while introducing Grossman during a starting line-up segment on Monday Night Football. Muhsin Muhammad II (Moo-SIN (born Melvin Campbell on May 5, 1973) is an American football Wide receiver for the Carolina Panthers Monday Night Football ( MNF) is a Live television broadcast of the National Football League. [60] Grossman was also infamously known as "Rex Glassman" and "Wrecks Grossman" due to his injury-prone years. [61] After the mid-point of the 2006 season, commentators and fans would refer to Grossman as either "Good Rex" or "Bad Rex" depending on how he performed in a game. [62]

NFL career statistics

The following is a list of Grossman's statistics from his regular and postseason games. Grossman has occasionally put up notable statistics; among all quarterbacks during the 2006 season, Grossman ranked tenth in number of pass attempts, seventh in touchdowns thrown, and third in interceptions. [57] He completed his first full season with a relatively low 73. 9 quarterback rating. His supporters have pointed out that this was better than quarterback ratings of Favre, Peyton Manning, and Terry Bradshaw during their first full seasons;[63] however, many quarterbacks with relatively undistinguished careers have performed similarly or better in their first years, including Grossman's backup Brian Griese. Peyton Williams Manning (born March 24 1976 is an American football Quarterback who currently plays for the Indianapolis Colts of the National Football Terry Paxton Bradshaw (born September 2 1948 is a former American football Quarterback with the Pittsburgh Steelers in the National Football League Brian David Griese (Gree-see (born March 18 1975 in Miami Florida) is an American football Quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers [64] His twenty-three touchdowns in one season rank Grossman among the best Bears quarterbacks in the franchise’s history. [65] However, his twenty interceptions in one season are among the most thrown by any Bears’ quarterback in almost two decades. [65] The unusual combination ranked Grossman as statistically the most inconsistent quarterback in almost a decade, just ahead of Ben Roethlisberger. Benjamin Todd Roethlisberger (born March 2, 1982, in Lima Ohio) nicknamed Big Ben, is an American football Quarterback [66]

Regular season

  • 900 passes attempted
  • 489 passes completed
  • 5,907 passing yards
  • 31 passing touchdowns
  • 33 passes intercepted
  • 19-9 record as Bears starting quarterback
  • 70. 9 quarterback rating

Last updated on December 8, 2007

Postseason

  • 133 passes attempted
  • 69 passes completed
  • 783 passing yards
  • 4 passing touchdowns
  • 4 passes intercepted
  • 2-2 postseason record
  • 67. 3 quarterback rating


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  30. ^ ChicagoBears. Events 475 - Basiliscus becomes Byzantine Emperor, with a coronation ceremony in the Hebdomon palace in Constantinople Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 475 - Basiliscus becomes Byzantine Emperor, with a coronation ceremony in the Hebdomon palace in Constantinople Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 475 - Basiliscus becomes Byzantine Emperor, with a coronation ceremony in the Hebdomon palace in Constantinople Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 475 - Basiliscus becomes Byzantine Emperor, with a coronation ceremony in the Hebdomon palace in Constantinople Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 475 - Basiliscus becomes Byzantine Emperor, with a coronation ceremony in the Hebdomon palace in Constantinople Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 475 - Basiliscus becomes Byzantine Emperor, with a coronation ceremony in the Hebdomon palace in Constantinople Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. com, Bears prevail in OT, one win from Super Bowl Retrieved on January 15, 2007
  31. ^ Yahoo! Sports, Super Bowl reshuffle: Bears back on top of NFC Retrieved on January 21, 2007
  32. ^ Yahoo! Sports, Indianapolis 29, Chicago 17 Retrieved on February 4, 2007
  33. ^ ChicagoBears. Events 588 BC - Nebuchadrezzar II of Babylon lays siege to Jerusalem under Zedekiah 's reign Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 1189 - Philip II of France and Richard I of England begin to assemble troops to wage the Third Crusade. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 211 - Roman Emperor Septimius Severus dies leaving the Roman Empire in the hands of his two quarrelsome sons Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. com, Grossman to receive prestigious award Retrieved on March 12, 2007. Events 538 - Witiges, king of the Ostrogoths ends his siege of Rome and retreats to Ravenna, leaving Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  34. ^ ChicagoBears. com, Grossman aiming high as the season opener approaches, Retrieved on September 25, 2007.
  35. ^ ChicagoBears. com, Center snap remains a point of emphasis for Bears, Retrieved on September 25, 2007.
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  37. ^ Yahoo! Sports, Bears bench QB Grossman, turn to Griese, Retrieved on September 26, 2007.
  38. ^ NFL. com, Griese to replace Grossman at QB for Bears, Retrieved on September 25, 2007.
  39. ^ a b The Chicago Tribune, Not finished yet, November 11, 2007.
  40. ^ ChicagoBears. com, Disappointed Grossman coping with demotion, Retrieved on Retrieved on September 28, 2007.
  41. ^ ChicagoBears. com, Grossman regains starting quarterback position, Retrieved on November 16, 2007.
  42. ^ Fox Fantasy, Stars & Flops: L.T. finally tops 100 again, Retrieved on December 6, 2007.
  43. ^ USA Today, Backup leads Redskins past Bears 24-16 Retrieved on December 6, 2007.
  44. ^ ChicagoBears. com, Orton to start next Monday night in Minnesota, Retrieved on December 12, 2007.
  45. ^ ESPN. com, Uncertain about future, Grossman says he'd like to be back with Bears , Retrieved on January 3, 2007.
  46. ^ Yahoo! Sports, Angelo says Bears looking for QB, RB competition, Retrieved on January 3, 2007.
  47. ^ ChicagoBears. com, Smith sees QB stability as critical issue with Bears, Retrieved on December 31, 2007.
  48. ^ Yahoo! Sports, Rex Grossman: Wanted Back by Lovie, Retrieved on January 3, 2007.
  49. ^ ChicagoBears. com, Grossman agrees to one-year contract with Bears, Retrieved on February 23, 2008. Events 1455 - Traditional date for the publication of the Gutenberg Bible, the first Western Book printed from Movable 2008 ( MMVIII) is the current year in accordance with the Gregorian calendar, a Leap year that started on Tuesday of the Common
  50. ^ ESPN. com, Grossman signs one-year deal with $3 million in base salary, Retrieved on February 25, 2008. Events 138 - The Emperor Hadrian adopts Antoninus Pius, effectively making him his successor 2008 ( MMVIII) is the current year in accordance with the Gregorian calendar, a Leap year that started on Tuesday of the Common
  51. ^ NBC Sports, Collinsworth mailbag: Grossman reminiscent of Favre Retrieved on January 29, 2007
  52. ^ Chicago Tribune, Grossman could be a Favre in training Retrieved on January 29, 2007
  53. ^ Yahoo! Sports, the Bears have a prayer? Retrieved on January 29, 2007
  54. ^ ChicagoBears. Events 904 - Sergius III comes out of retirement to take over the papacy from the deposed Antipope Christopher. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 904 - Sergius III comes out of retirement to take over the papacy from the deposed Antipope Christopher. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 904 - Sergius III comes out of retirement to take over the papacy from the deposed Antipope Christopher. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. com, Smith's faith in Grossman not wavering Retrieved on January 29, 2007
  55. ^ Washington Post, Saints Impressed With Resilient Rex Retrieved on January 29, 2007
  56. ^ a b Chicago Tribune, Grossman zeroed in Retrieved on January 29, 2007
  57. ^ a b Pro Football Reference, Rex Grossman Statistics Retrieved on February 24, 2007
  58. ^ DaBearz. Events 904 - Sergius III comes out of retirement to take over the papacy from the deposed Antipope Christopher. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 904 - Sergius III comes out of retirement to take over the papacy from the deposed Antipope Christopher. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 904 - Sergius III comes out of retirement to take over the papacy from the deposed Antipope Christopher. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 303 - Galerius, Roman Emperor, publishes his edict that begins the persecution of Christians in his portion of the Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. com, Grossman excited about progress with new offense Retrieved on December 24, 2006
  59. ^ Chicago Tribune, Archie Manning feels for Grossman Retrieved on February 6, 2007
  60. ^ Chicago Tribune, Bear with Us Retrieved on December 21, 2006
  61. ^ JSonline. Events 563 - The Byzantine church Hagia Sophia in Constantinople is dedicated for the second time after being destroyed by Earthquakes Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 46 BC - Julius Caesar defeats the combined army of Pompeian followers and Numidians under Metellus Scipio Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 69 - The end of the Year of the four emperors: Following Galba, Otho and Vitellius, Vespasian Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. com, Grossman, Favre both face scrutiny Retrieved on December 21, 2006
  62. ^ CBS Chicago, Good Rex And Bad Rex Show Up Vs. 49ers, Retrieved on October 16, 2007. Events 69 - The end of the Year of the four emperors: Following Galba, Otho and Vitellius, Vespasian Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 456 - Magister militum Ricimer defeats the Emperor Avitus at Piacenza and becomes master of the western Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  63. ^ MidwestBusiness. com, Reporter’s Notebook: The Numbers Don’t Lie at RexGrossman.com Retrieved on February 10, 2007
  64. ^ NFL. Events 1355 - The St Scholastica's Day riot breaks out in Oxford, England, leaving 63 scholars and perhaps 30 locals dead Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. com, Player Profile - Brian Griese, Retrieved on June 19, 2007
  65. ^ a b BearsHistory. Events 1179 - The Norwegian Battle of Kalvskinnet outside Nidaros. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. com, Bears History: 2006 Chicago Bears Retrieved on March 11, 2007. Events 1425 BC - Thutmose III, Pharaoh of Egypt, dies (according to the Low Chronology of the 18th Dynasty Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  66. ^ Pro Football Reference, Rex Grossman Retrieved on March 11, 2007. Events 1425 BC - Thutmose III, Pharaoh of Egypt, dies (according to the Low Chronology of the 18th Dynasty Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.

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Preceded by
Brian Griese		 Chicago Bears Starting Quarterbacks
2005-2006, 2007		 Succeeded by
Kyle Orton
Preceded by
Jesse Palmer		 Florida Gator Quarterbacks
(2000-2002)		 Succeeded by
Chris Leak
Preceded by
Marc Colombo		 Bears 1st round draft pick with
Michael Haynes
2003		 Succeeded by
Tommie Harris
Persondata
NAME Grossman, Rex Daniel
ALTERNATIVE NAMES
SHORT DESCRIPTION American athlete
DATE OF BIRTH August 23, 1980
PLACE OF BIRTH Bloomington, Indiana, United States
DATE OF DEATH
PLACE OF DEATH
Brian David Griese (Gree-see (born March 18 1975 in Miami Florida) is an American football Quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers The following is a list of notable past players of the Chicago Bears professional American football team Kyle Orton (born November 14 1982 in Altoona Iowa) is an American football Quarterback for the Chicago Bears of the National Football Jesse James Palmer (born October 5 1978 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada) is a sports commentator and former pro American football Christopher Patrick Leak (born May 3, 1985 in Charlotte North Carolina) is an American football Quarterback. Marc Edward Colombo (born October 8 1978 in Bridgewater Massachusetts) is an American football Offensive tackle for the Dallas The following is a list of notable past players of the Chicago Bears professional American football team Michael Washington Augustis Haynes Jr (born September 13, 1980 in Brooklyn New York) is an American football Defensive end, who Tommie Harris Jr (born April 29, 1983 in) is an American football Defensive tackle for the Chicago Bears of the National Football Events 79 - Mount Vesuvius begins stirring on the feast day of Vulcan the Roman god of fire Year 1980 ( MCMLXXX) was a Leap year starting on Tuesday (link displays the 1980 Gregorian calendar)
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