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Ted Albrecht
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Theodore Carl Albrecht (born October 8, 1954) is an American former professional football player who was an offensive tackle for five seasons for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL).[1] He played college football for the California Golden Bears. Albrecht currently serves as an analyst for Northwestern University football broadcasts on WGN (AM) radio.
Key Information
Early life and education
[edit]Albrecht was born in Harvey, Illinois and moved with his family to northern California at the age of 3.[2] He played football at Vallejo High School in Vallejo, California.[3]
College career
[edit]Albrecht earned a bachelor's degree in sociology at the University of California, Berkeley, where he started 33 straight games at offensive tackle, made several All-America teams and appeared on Bob Hope's Christmas show with the Associated Press All-America Squad.[4][5]
Pro football career
[edit]Albrecht was chosen in the first round of the 1977 NFL draft, and he played six seasons for the Chicago Bears as an offensive lineman. He made the All-Rookie team in 1977 and was a Pro Bowl alternate in 1979.[6][7]
Ultimately, Albrecht's bum back ended his career, and he announced his retirement at age 28 in 1983.[8]
After football
[edit]After retiring, Albrecht founded a travel agency, Albrecht Travel Systems, and began providing color commentary of Northwestern University football on WBBM (AM) radio.[9]
Albrecht shifted to WGN (AM) radio in 1996 after that station picked up coverage of Northwestern University football radio broadcasts.[10] In early 2016, WGN and Northwestern announced a four-year extension of their contract through the end of the 2019-2020 season.[11] Albrecht has continued to do color commentary during Northwestern football broadcasts.[12]
Personal
[edit]Albrecht lives in Winnetka, Illinois.[citation needed] Albrecht and his wife had two daughters with LuJean, Brianna and Ashley.[13]
References
[edit]- ^ "Ted Albrecht", nfl.com, retrieved 2010-10-17
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- ^ "Eanet Switches To Wgn". tribunedigital-chicagotribune. Retrieved August 6, 2018.
- ^ "Northwestern Athletics and WGN Radio agree to four-year broadcast extension". WGN Radio - 720 AM. February 26, 2016. Retrieved August 6, 2018.
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Ted Albrecht
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Early life and education
Birth and background
Theodore Carl Albrecht was born on October 8, 1954, in Harvey, Illinois, a south suburban area near Chicago.[1][5] When he was three years old, his family relocated to northern California, where he grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area.[5] Albrecht attended Vallejo High School in Vallejo, California, where he was a multi-sport athlete playing football as a two-way lineman, along with basketball and baseball.[5] During high school, he held various jobs—including a paper route, construction work, lawn care, and employment in a naval shipyard—to build his body and earn money.[5]College football at California
Ted Albrecht played college football at the University of California, Berkeley, where he developed into a standout offensive tackle for the Golden Bears.[3][6] He earned first-team All-Pac-8 honors in both 1975 and 1976 before receiving Associated Press first-team All-America recognition in 1976.[3] Albrecht was also inducted into the California Athletics Hall of Fame in recognition of his collegiate accomplishments.[6] In 1975, Albrecht contributed to one of the most prolific offenses in Cal history, playing alongside quarterback Joe Roth, running back Chuck Muncie, and wide receiver Wesley Walker.[3] That team shared the Pac-8 championship and led the NCAA in total yards with 5,044, split evenly between 2,522 rushing and 2,522 passing.[3] The unit set a modern-era Cal record for points scored in a season with 330.[3] Albrecht started three consecutive Big Games against Stanford and played a key role in the 1975 rout, helping the Bears rush for 268 yards and total 488 yards of offense in a 48-15 victory.[7] His strong performance at California led to his selection in the 1977 NFL Draft.[3]Professional football career
1977 NFL Draft and entry to the Bears
Ted Albrecht was selected by the Chicago Bears in the first round of the 1977 NFL Draft with the 15th overall pick. [1] [8] The team chose Albrecht, an offensive tackle from the University of California, reflecting their priority to add talent to the offensive line position. [9] This selection built on his collegiate achievements, including Associated Press first-team All-America honors in 1976. [3] The draft marked Albrecht's entry into the National Football League as a member of the Chicago Bears organization. [4] As a first-round choice, he joined the team ahead of the 1977 season, beginning his professional career in Chicago. [1]Chicago Bears tenure (1977–1981)
Ted Albrecht played his entire NFL career as a left offensive tackle for the Chicago Bears from 1977 to 1981, establishing himself as a reliable starter on the offensive line. [1] He appeared in 77 regular-season games and started 75 of them, demonstrating exceptional durability across his five seasons with the team. [1] In his 1977 rookie campaign, Albrecht played in 14 games and started 12 at left tackle, contributing to the Bears' playoff appearance that year by starting in their postseason contest. [1] His strong debut earned him a spot on the 1977 NFL All-Rookie Team and third-place voting in the Associated Press Offensive Rookie of the Year award. [1] Albrecht quickly became a fixture in the Bears' starting lineup, starting all 15 games he played in 1978 and all 16 games each in 1979, 1980, and 1981. [1] During this period, he provided key protection and run blocking, notably helping pave the way for Walter Payton's NFL single-game rushing record of 275 yards against the Minnesota Vikings on November 20, 1977. [5] The Bears also reached the playoffs in 1979, with Albrecht starting in that postseason game as well. [1] His consistent performance led to recognition as a Pro Bowl alternate in 1979. [5] Albrecht's tenure highlighted his role as a durable starter on the offensive line, with only two missed starts across his entire Bears career. [1] Persistent back issues, including ruptured discs in 1982, sidelined him for the 1982 season. After a 16-month rehabilitation period, he attempted a comeback at the Bears' 1983 training camp but announced his retirement in July 1983. [4] [5]Career statistics and performance
Ted Albrecht played in 77 regular season games and made 75 starts during his five-year NFL career with the Chicago Bears from 1977 to 1981, lining up primarily at left tackle.[1] His career Approximate Value totaled 29, reflecting his consistent contributions along the offensive line.[1] As an offensive lineman, Albrecht did not record defensive statistics such as tackles or sacks, and his performance focused on protection and participation rather than ball-handling metrics.[1] Albrecht's rookie season in 1977 saw him appear in 14 games with 12 starts, earning third-place honors in the Associated Press Offensive Rookie of the Year voting and selection to the 1977 NFL All-Rookie Team.[1] He demonstrated strong durability in subsequent years, starting all 15 games in 1978 and every game (16 each) in 1979, 1980, and 1981.[1] Over his career, he recovered one fumble in 1978 with no yards or touchdowns.[1] His regular season career statistics are summarized below:| Year | Games Played | Games Started | Approximate Value | Notable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 3rd in AP Offensive Rookie of the Year, NFL All-Rookie Team |
| 1978 | 15 | 15 | 5 | 1 fumble recovery |
| 1979 | 16 | 16 | 6 | — |
| 1980 | 16 | 16 | 7 | — |
| 1981 | 16 | 16 | 5 | — |
| Career | 77 | 75 | 29 | — |