The 1982 season was the

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' strike shortened 63rd season in the

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, and their first under

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. The team failed to improve on their 6–10 record from 1981 to finish at 3–6 and failed to make the playoffs for the third consecutive season. The strike also prevented the Bears–Packers rivalry from being played this year, making the Lions–Packers rivalry the longest-running annual series in the league.

Offseason

Transactions

Signings

After the draft, the Bears signed 2 undrafted free agents, linebacker Dan Rains from

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and running back Calvin Thomas of

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1982 NFL Draft

Roster

Regular season

Schedule

Note: Intra-division opponents are in bold text.

Standings

References

1982 Chicago Bears Season at www.bearshistory.com

Chicago Bears seasons

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