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What is the Chicago Bears Biggest Need?

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It seems like such a simple question, but no one can provide a definitive answer. In free agency, the Bears did quite a bit in terms of addressing some of their most glaring needs. The offensive tackle, tight end, and linebacker positions were all upgraded. But with the NFL Draft less than a week away, predictions are still all over the board for who the Bears may take … [Read more...] about What is the Chicago Bears Biggest Need?

Chicago Bears Hindsight Draft

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Imagine, if you will, Troy Polamalu returning a fumble he forced himself for a touchdown; Aaron Rodgers lofting up 50-yard bombs with pinpoint accuracy; and Maurice Jones-Drew dissecting a defense with his explosive speed. Now, imagine all of those things happening… with those players wearing Bears jerseys. Call it crazy if you’d like, but the draft records show that former … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears Hindsight Draft

How Brian Urlacher’s Departure Impacts the Chicago Bears

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“Lip service.” Those are the exact words Brian Urlacher used to describe the Bears’ efforts to resign him. Granted, the lack of cap space and Urlacher’s recent rash of injuries put Phil Emery in an awkward situation in terms of how to operate in contract negotiations. But this disgraceful divorce from the 13-year face of the franchise will impact the Bears in this … [Read more...] about How Brian Urlacher’s Departure Impacts the Chicago Bears

Chicago Bears mock draft composite part 2

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About a week has passed since I released part one of this mock draft composite. A few of those 13 expert predictions for whom the Bears will pick have changed since I compiled the list on February 23rd. Take a look at who has changed their mind since last week, and get an inside look at the rest of the draft prospects who have been most commonly linked to the Bears. … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears mock draft composite part 2

What’s the 2nd biggest problem the Chicago Bears have?

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It’s no secret at this point. The most glaring need that the Chicago Bears need to address this offseason is their offensive line. You can copy and paste the 2 sentences above into a description of the Bears heading into last offseason. And in 2010… And in 2009… You get my point. Unfortunately for Jay Cutler, he had to get dragged to the turf 148 times over the past 4 … [Read more...] about What’s the 2nd biggest problem the Chicago Bears have?

Tennessee QB Tyler Bray leaving school early for NFL Draft

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QB Tyler Bray is leaving Tennessee to put his name into April's NFL Draft, a source tells CBS. Bray has a reputation as a bit of head case. You might even classify him as (with apologies to "Bull Durham") a million dollar arm, ten cent head. Or perhaps this draft's version of Ryan Mallett, Ryan Leaf, Jimmy Claussen etc. So now that Bray's Vols career is over, where will he … [Read more...] about Tennessee QB Tyler Bray leaving school early for NFL Draft

NFL Draft 2012: Best and worst team-to-player fits

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When newly drafted players join their NFL teams this season, the coaches, system and competition each encounters will have a huge influence on how quickly they can make an impact. Here’s a look at the best and worst fits for players drafted in 2012. Note: this isn’t an assessment of good or bad picks, but rather an analysis of the best and worst marriages between player and … [Read more...] about NFL Draft 2012: Best and worst team-to-player fits

Minnesota Vikings take Notre Dame safety Harrison Smith

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The Minnesota Vikings traded down, but then later traded back up in order to select Harrison Smith from Notre Dame. So in a busy NFL Draft night filled with trades, the Vikings were as busy as anybody It's rare for safeties to go very high overall, but Smith was the second safety taken in this draft. Mark Barron, from the Alabama Crimson Tide is the only one who might go … [Read more...] about Minnesota Vikings take Notre Dame safety Harrison Smith