CHICAGO (June 14, 2005) -- Craig Krenzel was waived by the Chicago Bears, seven months after becoming the first Bears quarterback in nearly 40 years to start his career with three straight victories.
Krenzel, a fifth-round pick in the 2004 NFL Draft, appeared in six games last year, starting five, and compiled a 3-2 record. On Oct. 31, he led the Bears to a 23-13 win over the San Francisco 49ers, and followed that effort by helping guide the Bears to consecutive victories over the New York Giants and the Tennessee Titans.
He injured his ankle against the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving Day and his season ended when he was placed on the injured reserve Dec. 7. Overall last year, Krenzel completed 59 of 127 passes for 718 yards. He threw three touchdowns and six interceptions.
He was a two-year starter at Ohio State, leading the Buckeyes to a 14-0 record and the national championship in 2002.
