Category Archives: Chicago Bears

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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Will Matt Blanchard Get a Shot to be the Bears Quarterback of the Future?

Posted on February 11, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune answers yet another of your questions: “When will Bears give backup quarterback Matt Blanchard a shot?” “– Steve, Park Ridge” “The Bears signed Blanchard to a reserve/future contract in January so he will be … Continue reading →

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Would the Broncs Have Won a Super Bowl with John Fox?

Posted on February 11, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune answers your questions: “With Super Bowl 50 in the record books, I can’t help but hope the folks in Halas Hall saw what everyone else did. No disrespect to Peyton Manning, but let’s face … Continue reading →

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New NFL Rule All About Image Not Substance

Posted on February 9, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Mike Florio at profootballtalk.com comments on the implementation of a new NFL rule that bars college players with a record of certain types of crimes from participating in the Scouting Combine, attending the draft, or appearing at any other league-sanctioned … Continue reading →

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Super Bowl Teaches Us that Kyle Long Belongs on the Right Side

Posted on February 9, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Nate Atkins at ChicagoFootball.com breaks down the Bears draft (and free agent) needs. This is one of many articles which we can expect to see on the subject but I think the top needs, defensive line, offensive line and inside … Continue reading →

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Ron Rivera Recovers from Bears Departure and Lovie Smith Struggles with Himself

Posted on February 7, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Dag Hammarskjöld once said, “It is when we all play safe that we create a world of the utmost insecurity.” I doubt he was thinking of former Bears head coach Lovie Smith when he said it. But Smith certainly seems to … Continue reading →

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Re-Examining the Bears Situation at Tight End

Posted on February 3, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune addresses the Bears negotiation with tight end Zack Miller: “Miller, who had a breakout second half of the season for the Chicago Bears, is asking for $5 million per year in a new contract, … Continue reading →

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Don’t Hold Your Breath on the Bears Drafting Their Quarterback of the Future

Posted on February 2, 2016 by Tom Shannon

When the question of whether the Bears will take a quarterback in the first round comes up, the answer is almost always something on the order of “doubtful”. And I would agree for a number of reasons. I wrote not long … Continue reading →

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