Author Archives: Tom Shannon

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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Bears Offseason Todo List

Posted on February 21, 2016 by Tom Shannon

I was recently asked to construct a “Todo List” for the Bears offseason by the boys over at the Next Fan Up Podcast. I’m occasionally a guest on this podcast as the Bears representative. If you aren’t listening, you’re missing … Continue reading →

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Considering the Possibility of a Free Agent Guard

Posted on February 20, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune answers your questions: “Can you name one or two under-the-radar free agents similar to Pernell McPhee that the Bears may be targeting? — @BearsFanPete “I don’t know that the McPhee signing was totally under … Continue reading →

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Worrying about the Status of Alshon Jeffery

Posted on February 19, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune answers your questions: “Would you agree that if Ryan Pace doesn’t sign Alshon Jeffrey he should be fired? Four years at $15 million per year sounds about right. Dumping Matt Forte was stupid enough. … Continue reading →

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Sounds Good to Me

Posted on February 18, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Steve Rosenbloom at the Chicago Tribune talks about what he thinks is a less than ideal situation that former Bears offensive coordinator Adam Gase finds himself in. He is now the head coach in Miami: “[Owner Stephen Ross] went on … Continue reading →

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What Will the Bears Miss Without Matt Forte?

Posted on February 13, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Dan Wiederer at the Chicago Tribune asks one of the many questions that follow the exits of Matt Forte: “What will the Bears miss without Forte? “Where do you even start? Probably his football intelligence. Or his durability and toughness. … Continue reading →

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Forte’s Exit Highlights the Bears Depth at Running Back

Posted on February 13, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Dan Wiederer at the Chicago Tribune discusses the exit of running back Matt Forte. In doing so he exposes the real reason for Forte’s exit: “Behind Langford, Ka’Deem Carey made strides in 2015, first earning greater opportunity as a special … Continue reading →

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Where is Matt Forte’s Next Stop?

Posted on February 13, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune speculates upon where former Bears running back Matt Forte may land now that he is officially entering free agency: “The question now is where will Forte land? He would be an ideal fit for … Continue reading →

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Alshon Jeffery Is as Good as Franchised Now

Posted on February 12, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune discusses the case of wide receiver Alshon Jeffery. “It’s time for the Bears to take care of one of their own, and they aren’t in position to let highly productive players in their prime … Continue reading →

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