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Jordan Howard Named to NFC’s Pro Bowl 2017 Roster

Chicago Bears running back Jordan Howard has been selected to the Pro Bowl as an injury replacement, Rich Campbell of the Chicago Tribune reported Wednesday. The Bears' official Twitter account celebrated the accomplishment while sharing the 22-year-old's statistics: Howard will replace David Johnson of the Arizona Cardinals, who suffered a knee injury in Week 17. Howard was a fifth-round pick in the 2016 draft and started the season third on Chicago's depth chart behind Jeremy Langford and Ka'Deem Carey. However, injuries thrust him into the spotlight, and he never looked back. He first broke out against the Detroit Lions in Week 4, when he totaled 111 rushing ...

Bears’ Jordan Howard Posts Franchise Rookie Rushing Record

Chicago Bears running back Jordan Howard's 1,313 rushing yards in 2016 marks the most for a rookie back in the franchise's history, per NFL Communications. The effort moved him past longtime Bears tailback Matt Forte's previous record of 1,238 yards in 2008. In addition to his rookie rushing record, Howard added multiple other accolades during the 2016 season. By gaining 202 yards from scrimmage in Week 8 against the Minnesota Vikings, Howard became the youngest player in team history to surpass 200 scrimmage yards in a game at 21 years, 363 days of age. He also posted the most 100-plus-yard rushing games (seven) by ...

Alshon Jeffery Guarantees Bears Will Win Super Bowl Next Season

The Chicago Bears finished their abysmal 3-13 season with a 38-10 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, but wide receiver Alshon Jeffery sees a Lombardi Trophy in the team's near future. "I guarantee you we are going to win the Super Bowl next year," he said after the game, per Adam Hoge of WGN Radio. Jeffery may not even be with the Bears next season, as he is set to become a free agent in March, per Spotrac. The receiver also said his future is up to his agent and general manager Ryan Pace, per Rich Campbell of the Chicago Tribune. Jeffery didn't ...

Redrafting the Chicago Bears’ 2013 Draft
The 2013 NFL draft was general manager Phil Emery's second draft at the helm of the Chicago Bears. After a disappointing start for his first rookie class in 2012, Emery was under added pressure to find players who could contribute early for the team
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Ultimate 2014 Draft Plan to Get Chicago Bears Back in the Playoff Hunt
The NFL draft is rapidly approaching and the Chicago Bears have the 14th overall pick. How can the Bears make the most out of their early selections on draft weekend? What moves would instantly improve their roster? Watch as Adam Lefkoe and Blea
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5 Creative Moves the Chicago Bears Can Pull on Draft Day
When it comes to the NFL draft, nothing stays the same. Teams are always working the phones to better themselves. The Bears currently sit in what could be considered first-round purgatory, but they can make some moves to change that. Whether it
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Bears’ Rebuilt Defense Tested Early and Often Against Familiar Faces in 2014
The 2014 NFL schedule has been released! How does the Chicago Bears' schedule stack up? When will the Bears get a shot at facing former head coach Lovie Smith? When are the divisional matchups and toughest stretches? Watch as Adam Lefkoe and Bleacher
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2014 Chicago Bears Schedule: Full Listing of Dates, Times and TV Info
For a team that's largely been defined by its long-term stasis, the Chicago Bears have quietly undergone a large-scale retooling over the past couple years. The process started in 2013 with the retirement of Brian Urlacher and continued t
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Chicago Bears Schedule 2014: Win-Loss Predictions for Every Game
Second-year head coach Marc Trestman, $100 million quarterback Jay Cutler and a rebuilt defense will lead the Chicago Bears on a quest to dethrone the Green Bay Packers as NFC North champions in 2014. We now know the 16 games that will test the
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McClellin Has Ability to Transition to LB, Could Struggle to Fit in Bears Pass D
The Chicago Bears are converting Shea McClellin to linebacker for the 2014 NFL season. Can McClellin successfully complete this position change? What will his role be on third downs? Is there added pressure on the former first-round pick
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Re-Grading the Chicago Bears’ Past 5 Drafts
In just little over a week, the Chicago Bears and the rest of the NFL's front office will be heading to New York City to begin the 2014 NFL draft. Every team in the league wants to be able to draft and develop players who can contribute to their team
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2014 Draft Sleepers Who’d Fit Perfectly with the Chicago Bears
In the weeks leading up to the draft, most of the focus is centered around the first round. It's easy to see why—all the big names and high-profile players seem to be there—but what about the later rounds? Drafts are won by identify
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Chicago Bears Draft Countdown: Making the Case for Calvin Pryor
After a difficult season in 2013 for the Chicago Bears defense, particularly at safety, general manager Phil Emery made it clear that the team wants to improve the position. The team re-signed veteran Craig Steltz and also signed Ryan Mundy, M.D. Jen
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