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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 ...

6 2015 NFL Draft Picks Who Could Be Opening-Game Starters for Chicago Bears
The NFL draft is set to begin in a little more than two weeks, and the Chicago Bears—like all NFL teams—will be looking for players who can be starters come Week 1 of the 2015 season. Most first-round picks are selected with the expectati
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Why Lamarr Houston Is the Chicago Bears’ Most Overlooked 2015 Starter
Defensive end Lamarr Houston's first season in Chicago was a bumpy one. His early 2014 exit has left him as somewhat of a forgotten name right now, and he's certainly the Bears' most overlooked 2015 starter. Houston came to the Bears&n
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Does Matt Forte Deserve Contract Extension Worth Top-5 RB Salary from Bears?
Chicago Bears running back Matt Forte is skipping voluntary workouts as he enters the final year of his contract.Should the Bears give Forte an extension? Does he deserve to be paid like a top-five running back?Watch as Stephen Nelson and Bleacher Re
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NFL Draft Rapid Fire: Breaking Down Mariota, Trade Options and Other Bears Buzz
The Chicago Bears have plenty of options at No. 7 in the 2015 NFL draft and could address either side of the ball with that pick. Is Marcus Mariota an option in the first round? Which holes should the Bears look to target? Watch as Stephen Nel
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Best- and Worst-Case Scenarios for Chicago Bears’ Top 3 Picks
Following three disappointing seasons under general manager Phil Emery, the Chicago Bears decided to revamp their organization this offseason by firing Emery and hiring Ryan Pace to be the team's new general manger. In order to contend on a year
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5 Available Free Agents Still Within Chicago Bears’ Reach
Building a winning NFL team is never easy, but new Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Pace has been trying his best this offseason to turn the organization around following a disappointing 5-11 season in 2014. Pace attacked early in free agency, sign
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Reassessing the Bears’ Offseason Plan and Breaking Down What’s Left to Address
When the Chicago Bears hired Ryan Pace to be the team's new general manager back in January, Pace briefly discussed how he wanted to build his roster this offseason. "We are acquiring football players that fit the Chicago Bears," Pace said, according
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Heisman Trophy Winner Headlines Chicago Bears 2015 NFL Draft Big Board
The Chicago Bears have many positions to address in the 2015 NFL draft and crucial decisions to make with the seventh overall pick.Who are they targeting in Round 1? Which players would be ideal fits in Chicago?Watch as Adam Lefkoe and Adam Jahns&nbs
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Chicago Bears Draft Countdown: Making the Case for Amari Cooper
The Chicago Bears improved their defense this offseason by adding linebackers Pernell McPhee, Mason Foster and Sam Acho, safety Antrel Rolle, cornerback Alan Ball and defensive linemen Ray McDonald and Jarvis Jenkins in free agency, meaning they coul
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Chicago Bears’ 2015 Draft Plan for Ultimate Defense
The Chicago Bears have some needs to address on defense heading into the 2015 NFL draft. Should the Bears use their first-round pick on defense? What positions do they need to focus on? Watch as Adam Lefkoe and Bleacher Report NFL Analyst Chris Simm
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