Overview
- The 10-year veteran allowed no sacks in 17 regular-season games with one quarterback hit and minimal pressures, according to TruMedia, Next Gen Stats and PFF.
- Thuney anchored Chicago’s rebuilt line as sacks allowed fell from 68 in 2024 to 24 in 2025, fueling an 11-6 finish, an NFC North title and a playoff win.
- The selection committee featured LeCharles Bentley, Jason Kelce, Shaun O’Hara, Orlando Pace, Will Shields and Andrew Whitworth, choosing Thuney from six finalists.
- Acquired from the Chiefs for a fourth-round pick, Thuney signed a multi-year extension and was named first-team All-Pro and a Pro Bowler in his first Bears season.
- The new award elevates offensive-line recognition, with reporting crediting Dion Dawkins and Andrew Whitworth for helping prompt its creation.