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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 ...

Eddie Goldman NFL Draft 2015: Scouting Report, Grade for Bears’ 2nd-Round Pick
STRENGTHSA monster of a defensive tackle at 6’4” and 336 pounds, Eddie Goldman has the body of a nose tackle and the agility of a 3-technique. That scheme and positional versatility makes him an exciting prospect. Goldman could line up a
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Insider Buzz: Bears Concerned About Cutler’s Reaction to Draft-Night Trade Talk
The Chicago Bears are concerned about Jay Cutler's reaction to potential trade talks surrounding him. Is this a make-or-break year for Cutler in Chicago? What is the market value for Cutler? Watch as Bleacher Report NFL insider Jason Cole discusses
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Updated Top Cornerback Targets for Chicago Bears on Day 2
The Chicago Bears could look to address a need at cornerback on Day 2 of the NFL draft.Whom could they target at the position? Could P.J. Williams be an option?Watch as Stephen Nelson and Bleacher Report NFL Analysts Michael Felder and Jonathan Vilma
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Chicago Bears Mock Draft: Updated Day 2 Predictions
The Chicago Bears opted to go with an impact wide receiver in the first round. Kevin White is on board, and now, the team must shift its focus to defense. There are still some good edge-rushers available as well as offensive linemen. Right tack
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Kevin White to the Chicago Bears: Full Draft-Pick Breakdown
It's rare you can draft the best player available and fill a need, but the Chicago Bears were able to do both by selecting Kevin White. When Chicago shipped off Brandon Marshall to the New York Jets, it opened up a gaping hole at rece
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Does Kevin White Pick Give Bears Most Lethal Young WR Duo in NFL?
The Chicago Bears surprised many fans by selecting West Virginia's Kevin White at pick No. 7. Does this give them one of the NFL's best receiving tandems? What does this mean for Jay Cutler? Watch as Stephen Nelson and Bleacher Report NFL Analysts J
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Kevin White NFL Draft 2015: Scouting Report, Grade for Bears’ Rookie
STRENGTHSBig, physical, fast and with lots of upside as a two-year player at West Virginia, Kevin White has the highest potential of any receiver in this class. A two-year starter at WVU after transferring from Lackawanna College, White had eye-openi
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Chicago Bears Draft Picks: Results, Analysis and Grades
Head coach John Fox is getting ready for his first draft in Chicago. Fox and general manager Ryan Pace have the seventh overall pick and look to add an impact player who can help turn this franchise around. The Chicago Bears have six picks in t
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Chicago Bears Mock Draft: Final 7-Round Predictions
Welcome to draft day. After all the talk and hype, the first round is finally here. The Bears welcome the draft to their home town, but the team's focus is on finding impact players who can help build this team to respectability again. The Bear
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The Complete Chicago Bears Draft Primer
Following a disappointing 2014 season, the Chicago Bears fired general manager Phil Emery and head coach Marc Trestman and hired Ryan Pace as the team's new general manager and John Fox as the team's new head coach. Pace and Fox have been working har
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