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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 ...

How Henry Melton Decision Will Shape the Chicago Bears’ Offseason
As the Chicago Bears prepare to enter free agency, a major decision looms on defensive tackle Henry Melton. What the Bears decide to do with Melton could shape the rest of their offseason moves. If the Bears bring Melton back, they'll likely be over
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Cap-Strapped Chicago Bears Looking to Hit Home Run on Sleepers in Free Agency
The Chicago Bears have to fill several holes on their roster, but won't have much salary cap room to work with. Will the Bears need to make a roster move to create cap space? Can they bring back their own free agents like Charles Tillman and Jo
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Cap-Strapped Chicago Bears Looking to Hit Home Run on Sleepers in Free Agency
The Chicago Bears have to fill several holes on their roster, but won't have much salary cap room to work with. Will the Bears need to make a roster move to create cap space? Can they bring back their own free agents like Charles Tillman and Jo
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Chicago Bears Final Free-Agency Outlook and Predictions
All teams in the NFL wish that they could completely build their roster through the NFL draft and rely on their homegrown talent, often getting them at a cheaper price for the long term. Unfortunately, the league does not always work that way, and te
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Chicago Bears Final Free-Agency Outlook and Predictions
All teams in the NFL wish that they could completely build their roster through the NFL draft and rely on their homegrown talent, often getting them at a cheaper price for the long term. Unfortunately, the league does not always work that way, and te
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5 Moves the Chicago Bears Must Avoid in Free Agency
When free agency comes around, most people like to focus on what a team should do, but it's also imperative to look at the mistakes to avoid. The Chicago Bears are setting up to go into an important spending season and have a series of moves they mus
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5 Moves the Chicago Bears Must Avoid in Free Agency
When free agency comes around, most people like to focus on what a team should do, but it's also imperative to look at the mistakes to avoid. The Chicago Bears are setting up to go into an important spending season and have a series of moves they mus
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Weighing the Pros and Cons of the Chicago Bears’ Top Free Agent Targets
As the NFL's free agency period opens, the Chicago Bears have been connected to a number of free agents but some aren't necessarily good fits. The Bears' biggest needs are obviously on the defensive side of the ball where they were bad in just about
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Weighing the Pros and Cons of the Chicago Bears’ Top Free Agent Targets
As the NFL's free agency period opens, the Chicago Bears have been connected to a number of free agents but some aren't necessarily good fits. The Bears' biggest needs are obviously on the defensive side of the ball where they were bad in just about
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Could Henry Melton Regain His Dominance Away from Bears Defense?
With glaring holes dotting their defensive roster, the Chicago Bears are not in position to let a disruptive defender like defensive tackle Henry Melton leave via free agency. Last season's 30th-ranked defense in both points and yards allowed is alre
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