Monthly Archives: May 2015

Teaching an Old Dog New Tricks

Posted on May 10, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Rich Campbell at the Chicago Tribune relays the text of offensive coordinator Adam Gase‘s responses to questions at the coaches’ press conference yesterday: “On if he has a sense of how he can help Cutler, particularly when it comes to … Continue reading →

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Positions Along the Defensive Line are In Flux After the Draft

Posted on May 7, 2015 by Tom Shannon

John Mullin at csnchicago.com describes the changes along the defensive line that will accompany the arrival of new nose tackle Eddie Goldman: “[Jeremiah] Ratliff, who did not attend last week’s voluntary minicamp sessions, is not expected to wind up at … Continue reading →

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Adrian Amos – Strong Safety or Free?

Posted on May 7, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Dan Wiederer at the Chicago Tribune documents which Bears veterans are threatened by the arrival of the new rookies: “Round 5: Penn State safety Adrian Amos.” “Put on notice: Brock Vereen and Ryan Mundy. “The details: Sensing a theme here … Continue reading →

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The Wages of the One True NFL Sin

Posted on May 6, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Singing chef Nick Diamos once said, “Everybody lies, but it doesn’t matter because nobody listens.” I’m going to assume that he never met anyone directly associated with the NFL. Dan Hanzus at NFL.com quotes new Cowboys defensive end Randy Gregory: … Continue reading →

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Grasu Will Have to Show that His Best Attributes Extend Beyond High Character

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Dan Wiederer at the Chicago Tribune interviews new Bears center Hroniss Grasu‘s offensive line coach at Oregon, Steve Greatwood: “Hroniss first and foremost has been an outstanding teammate and an outstanding leader in this football program. He’s one of those … Continue reading →

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Brief Impressions: 2015 NFL Draft

Posted on May 4, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Did someone tell the ESPN crew that there was no smiling allowed on the set? I’ve never seen a more somber first round telecast in my life. There seems to be a belief around the league that second overall pick Marcus Mariota might … Continue reading →

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You Can’t Walk Off the Island

Posted on May 3, 2015 by Tom Shannon

I heard a joke the other day that I’d like to pass along as we all consider the consequences of what the Bears did in the NFL draft over the last few days. Joshua was a devout man who had … Continue reading →

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More Than Usual, the Bears Draft Was All About the “Develop” Part of “Draft and Develop”

Posted on May 3, 2015 by Tom Shannon

To describe the Bears draft class as a whole, the word “projects” is probably too strong. But it’s clear that the Bears top draft picks are going to need a great deal of work. Let’s start with first round receiver, … Continue reading →

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Reaction to Rounds One thru Three

Posted on May 2, 2015 by Tom Shannon

He, guys.  New podcast with reaction to the first three rounds from representatives of the Bears (me), Patriots, Eagles, and Panthers.  Give it a listen. Check Out Football Podcasts at Blog Talk Radio with Next Fan Up on BlogTalkRadio

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Follow the Money

Posted on May 1, 2015 by Tom Shannon

With the first round of the draft over and with running back Adrian Peterson still on the Vikings, Peterson’s agent Ben Dogra makes it appear that he’s changing tactics. Via Kevin Patra at NFL.com: “‘One of the things that I … Continue reading →

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