Belt game 498 · December 6, 1959
Chicago Bears take the belt
Chicago Bears beat Pittsburgh Steelers 27–21 at home to start reign 149 of the NFL belt, the 23rd for the franchise.
Pittsburgh Steelers had held it since November 15, 1959, with 2 defenses over 21 days.
Chicago Bears held it for 301 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Indianapolis Colts on October 2, 1960.
149Reign number
23Team's reign
2Defenses
301Days held