Archive for February, 2014
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2014 Chicago Bears Offseason: Expect the Unexpected from GM Phil Emery
After 11 seasons as the Chicago Bears' general manager, Jerry Angelo was fired in January of 2012 and subsequently replaced by Phil Emery. Emery had the pedigree of former strength and conditioning coach at the college level, was once a scout with th
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Chicago Bears Round 1 Big Board Ahead of the Combine
Chicago Bears general manager Phil Emery seems to put a lot of stock in workout numbers when it comes to the draft, but he almost certainly has a list of players he would take if the NFL draft were to happen tomorrow. After the college season and Sen
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5 Realistic Trade Scenarios for the Chicago Bears to Pursue This Offseason
Trades are rare in the NFL, but the Bears have struck gold before. Brandon Marshall was brought in for two third-round picks, and that has paid off substantially. Who can the Bears target this year? Are they looking to move any of their own pla
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Chicago Bears Combine Preview: Top Targets, Sleepers and Prospects to Watch
During a short four-day stretch in February, college football's most elite athletes get an opportunity to put their talents on display for all 32 NFL teams. In that short span, players are able to show off their athletic abilities in various drills a
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Arkush: Chicago Bears May Bring Back Tillman to Avoid Another Urlacher Nightmare
The Chicago Bears will have to make several tough decisions on defense this offseason. Cornerback Charles Tillman is a free agent and is uncertain to be back with the team. Defensive end Julius Peppers has a cap number over $18 million and will
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Previewing What the Chicago Bears Will Be Looking for at the Scouting Combine
The NFL's annual meat market is just over a week away, as the Chicago Bears will be one of 32 teams to take a close look at the prospects entering the NFL draft at the annual NFL combine on February 22-25. At the combine, teams interview players and
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5 Chicago Bears Bound to Break Out in 2014
Last year, it was Alshon Jeffery, and the year before, it was Corey Wootton. Every season, there are players who break out and start to make major contributions for the team. Who will it be this year? The Chicago Bears certainly need a few
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Why the Chicago Bears Absolutely Must Re-Sign Charles Tillman
Throughout most of the Chicago Bears' existence, they have been known for their defense. While they have been blessed with the offensive talents of guys like Gale Sayers and Walter Payton, images of defensive legends like Dick Butkus, Mike Singletar
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Setting Odds for the Chicago Bears Signing Their Top 10 Free-Agent Targets
When the Chicago Bears headed into free agency last year, they knew they needed to fix the offense. The team brass did just that by revamping the offensive line and adding an established tight end. The focus now shifts to a defense that gave up
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Picking the Ideal Free Agent to Fill Each of the Bears’ Holes
When it comes to the Chicago Bears defense, the cupboard is nearly bare, and the team is going to have to find ways to fill it if it wants to compete for a Super Bowl next season. The Bears do still have six players who were opening-day starters in 2
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