Childhood and Education Journey of Brian Urlacher in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Brian Urlacher. A timeline of key moments.

Brian Urlacher is a retired American football linebacker, renowned for his 13-season career with the Chicago Bears in the NFL. Prior to his professional career, Urlacher played college football for the New Mexico Lobos, where he excelled and achieved consensus All-American recognition in his senior year. The Bears drafted him ninth overall in the 2000 NFL Draft, marking the beginning of his highly successful tenure with the team.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

May 25, 1978: Brian Urlacher Born

On May 25, 1978, Brian Urlacher was born in Pasco, Washington.

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1986: Team's Best Finish Since 1986

In 2001, the Chicago Bears had their best season finish since 1986.

1996: Graduated from Lovington High School

In 1996, Brian Urlacher graduated from Lovington High School.

1997: Insight.com Bowl

In 1997, Brian Urlacher's team made a trip to the Insight.com Bowl.

1999: 29th Ranked Defense

In 1999, the Chicago Bears had the 29th ranked defense.

May 15, 2002: Urlacher's episode of According to Jim aired

On May 15, 2002, the episode No Surprises (season 1, episode 22) of According to Jim, featuring Brian Urlacher, aired.

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May 2002: Urlacher appears in According to Jim

In May 2002, Brian Urlacher appeared in an episode of According to Jim as himself.

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2002: Urlacher wins on Wheel of Fortune

In 2002, Brian Urlacher appeared on the game show Wheel of Fortune and won over $47,000 for charity.

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June 2005: Urlacher Files Paternity Suit

In June 2005, Brian Urlacher filed suit to establish paternity of his son Kennedy. Genetic testing confirmed he is Kennedy's father. Urlacher and Robertson maintain joint custody over Kennedy.

2006: Urlacher Named Second Most Overrated Player

In 2006, after winning the NFL Defensive Player of the Year Award, a Sports Illustrated poll named Brian Urlacher the second most overrated player in the league.

2007: Urlacher Testifies in Court for Tank Johnson

In 2007, former teammate Tank Johnson called upon Brian Urlacher to testify during one of his court hearings.

2010: Injury Recovery

In 2010, after recovering from a wrist injury, Brian Urlacher stated he felt more powerful. During the offseason, the Bears bolstered their defense by signing free agent Julius Peppers.

2011: Urlacher's Mother Dies

In 2011, Brian Urlacher's mother, Lavoyda Lenard Urlacher, died, and he was granted temporary leave from the team.

April 2012: Urlacher begins dating Jenny McCarthy

In April 2012, Brian Urlacher began dating model and actress Jenny McCarthy.

August 2012: Urlacher and McCarthy End Relationship

In August 2012, Jenny McCarthy announced that she and Brian Urlacher had ended their relationship.

2013: Urlacher's Brother Becomes Mayor

In 2013, Brian Urlacher's younger brother, Casey, was elected mayor of Mettawa, Illinois.

December 2014: Urlacher Participates in USO Chairman's Holiday Tour

In December 2014, Brian Urlacher participated in the USO Chairman's Holiday tour, providing entertainment to US troops in five countries.

2014: Urlacher Undergoes Hair Transplant and Becomes Spokesman

In 2014, Brian Urlacher underwent a hair transplant surgery performed by RESTORE Hair. He became a spokesman for the Illinois-based clinic and appeared on billboards and television. Urlacher later sued a Florida-based hair transplant clinic for using his image and likeness without his consent.

2014: Emery Fired

In 2014, Phil Emery was fired. Urlacher has yet to speak to him since.

2015: Urlacher expresses respect for Bears organization, but not Phil Emery

In 2015, Brian Urlacher told ESPN that he still respected the Bears organization and front office, but has yet to speak to Phil Emery, who was fired in 2014.

March 13, 2016: Urlacher Marries Jennipher Frost

On March 13, 2016, Brian Urlacher married Jennipher Frost, a former contestant on America's Next Top Model.

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2017: Urlacher appeals for custody of son

In 2017, Brian Urlacher appealed to a Cook County court to remove Kennedy from Robertson's custody after her husband was shot and killed.

August 27, 2020: Urlacher Criticizes NBA Players Boycott and Supports Kyle Rittenhouse

On August 27, 2020, Brian Urlacher made a post to his Instagram story criticizing NBA players for boycotting playoff games and liked a post supporting Kyle Rittenhouse, generating significant controversy. The Bears responded, stating the posts did not reflect their values.