Monthly Archives: February 2016

Inside Linebacker: Is This as Good as It Gets?

Posted on February 29, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Dan Wiederer at the Chicago Tribune touts former UCLA linebacker Myles Jack as a potential firt round pick for the Bears: “Teams with 4-3 defenses told him he could play linebacker. Middle, strong side, weak side. Wherever. “Others creatively envision … Continue reading →

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Lots to Interest Fans at the NFL Combine on Saturday

Posted on February 28, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Having spent most of my day yesterday watching the Combine coverage on the NFL Network, I thought I would share a few impressions. Yesterday was the on field workout day for quarterbacks, wide receivers and tight ends. The Bears have … Continue reading →

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Report that Jeffery Has Been Franchised but Doubt Remains

Posted on February 27, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Adam Schefter at ESPN has reported that Alshon Jeffery has been franchised: Hardly a surprise, but Bears are placing franchise tag on WR Alshon Jeffery, per team source. — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) February 26, 2016 I find this report easy … Continue reading →

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What Alshon Jeffery’s Contract Might Look Like Based Upon Yesterday’s News Conferences

Posted on February 25, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Dan Wiederer at the Chicago Tribune addresses the Bears situation with wide receiver Alshon Jeffery. Jeffery, due to become a free agent, missed a number of games with soft tissue injuries last season and his production was reduced: “‘I think … Continue reading →

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Fox’s Comments Regarding Jay Cutler Should Be a Comfort to Us All

Posted on February 25, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Rich Campbell at the Chicago Tribune quotes head coach John Fox at the Combine on the performance of quarterback Jay Cutler last season: “‘I saw way more about his mental toughness,’ Fox said. ‘I saw way more about how he … Continue reading →

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Langford and Carey: An Interesting One-Two Punch in 2016

Posted on February 24, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune answers your questions: “Why is Jeremy Langford assumed to start at running back? Overall, I thought Ka’Deem Carey ran tougher, caught passes better and blocked at least as well. — @BillMiller1991 “Nothing is locked … Continue reading →

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Drugs Will Be a Bigger Issue than Ever for Draft Prospects

Posted on February 23, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune describes some things to watch at the Combine this week: “Ole Miss defensive tackle Robert Nkemdiche possesses top-five talent, but he fell out of a fourth-story at an Atlanta hotel in December and was … Continue reading →

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Wentz Currently Has a Leg Up on the Competition Going into the Scouting Combine

Posted on February 23, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune talks quarterback prospects. Of the top four, there has been less enthusiasm than previously about Memphis quarterback Paxton Lynch: “‘Listening to guys at the Senior Bowl talk about [North Dakota State’s Carson] Wentz, I finally … Continue reading →

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Cowboys Record Belies Their Claims of Good Intentions

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Remember Randy Gregory, the defensive end that the Cowboys drafted last April in the second round after he tested positive for marijuana at the Combine? Well he’s become a cautionary tale now that he’s been suspended for four games in … Continue reading →

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Changes Coming to the Combine?

Posted on February 21, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Tom Pelissero at USA Today reports that the NFL is considering changes to the NFL Scouting Combine make the event more relevant to scouts and coaches. “No, a quarterback’s throwing session on the field won’t be swapped for one in … Continue reading →

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