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Official Chicago Bears Off-Season Thread

Bears | Jay Cutler and Mike Tice had ugly relationship

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 10:20:53 -0700

Chicago Bears QB Jay Cutler and offensive coordinator Mike Tice were on such bad terms last season that QB Josh McCown had to act as a liason between the two. Tice is no longer with the team. "I was just talking to McCown this morning and one of the things we said is it's so cool to come to work where it's not one of those things where it's dreadful," WR Brandon Marshall said this week.

Fantasy Tip: Cutler's bad attitude has gotten in the way of his pure talent before. With a coaching staff that should cater to his needs, Cutler could be in line for a fine season with the best receiving options he's had at his disposal since coming to Chicago. It isn't wise to count on him for anything more than a capable backup option, however.

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Bears | Will not sign any QBs that worked out

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 14:17:32 -0700

The Chicago Bears will not sign free-agent QB JaMarcus Russell (Raiders), QB Trent Edwards (Eagles) or QB Jordan Palmer (Jaguars) after working them out earlier this week.

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Bears | Gabe Carimi will be at minicamp

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 14:22:55 -0700

Chicago Bears OG Gabe Carimi will participate in the team's upcoming minicamp after not taking part in any of the organized team activities because he was working out on his own. General manager Phil Emery said the team has been in contact with Carimi this offseason.

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Bears | JaMarcus Russell looks good during workout

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 16:43:09 -0700

Free-agent QB JaMarcus Russell (Raiders) looked good during his workout for the Chicago Bears Friday, June 7, but the team is unlikely to sign him to a deal. A league source said Russell showed a "big arm" and a "good positive demeanor" but also showed a bit of rust with timing and accuracy of his throws. The Bears already have three quarterbacks on roster in QBs Jay Cutler, Josh McCown and Matt Blanchard.

Fantasy Tip: Russell has worked himself back into good shape, but that alone doesn't mean a team will give him a chance. He won't be a fantasy option this year even if he signs with an organization.

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Well THAT was quick!!!

Bears | Receive conditional pick for Gabe Carimi

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 17:36:51 -0700

The Chicago Bears traded former first-round pick OL Gabe Carimi to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Sunday, June 9, for a conditional draft pick, according to a source. Carimi must pass a physical with the Buccaneers for the deal to become official.

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Im kinda shocked that they gave up on GC, this being only his third season. I was hoping they'd give him at least one more to make something of himself, but it seems like we have better options at both tackle spots on the roster at this point, and G too....

Another first round pick gone :smh:



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At first it is shocking that a team would give up on a 1st round offensive lineman after only 2 years, then I realized who made the pick. If the Offensive Line isn't better this year, it wont because of a lack of attentiveness to it. I was hoping that Gabe would get a chance to prove himself but I guess the new coaches saw he wasnt a good fit. No need to draw it out, get rid of him and keep moving forward. I can applaud that logic. I do wish him the best. I'm surprised they got anything for him since he has been injured so much.

Here is a quick comparison of the offensive lineman in 2011 (Angelo's last year as GM) and 2013 (mock)

2011
Position/Player Status
LT-J'Marcus Webb On Team
LG-Chris Williams Rams
C-Roberto Garza On Team
RG-Lance Louis Dolphins
RT-Gabe Carimi Buccaneers

2013
Position/Player Status
LT-Jermon Bushrod
LG-Kyle Long
C-Roberto Garza
RG-Matt Slauson
RT-J'Marcus Webb
 
Put another one on the chopping block!!!

Bears | Will cut Evan Rodriguez

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 10:05:26 -0700

The Chicago Bears will release TE Evan Rodriguez Monday, June 10, following the 2012 fourth-round pick's second offseason arrest a few weeks ago.

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Bears | Sign Tony Fiammetta

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 10:06:51 -0700

The Chicago Bears signed FB Tony Fiammetta.

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Is Jay Cutler the future for the Chicago Bears?
Published: June 7, 2013 at 07:59 p.m. | 21,111 Views
02:35 – "NFL Total Access" analysts Heath Evans and Willie McGinest debate whether Jay Cutler is the long-term answer at quarterback for the Chicago Bears.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler sees bright future under Trestman
Published: June 11, 2013 at 03:33 p.m. | 0 Views | Tags: Jay Cutler
03:17 – Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler reveals some techniques of the new-look offense under coach Marc Trestman and likes what he sees from his new-look offensive line.
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Trestman: 'Getting a lot done'
Head Coach Marc Trestman addresses the media after the Bears first practice of veteran minicamp.
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Tucker: 'Good start'
Defensive Coordinator Mel Tucker addresses the media after the Bears second day of veteran minicamp.
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Highlights: Week 3 OTAs

...M Bennett looks good out there :yes:

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Bennett's quest: Be among league's best

Bears tight end wants strong rapport with Cutler

By Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune reporter

7:16 PM CDT, June 12, 2013

Tight end Martellus Bennett was running down the seam full speed Tuesday, and it only looked as if the defensive back covering him was half his size.

Quarterback Jay Cutler fired the ball, and at the last instant the 6-foot-6, 265-pound Bennett turned over his back-side (right) shoulder and snatched the pass out of the air for a 20-yard gain. It was the kind of pass that would have bounced off Kellen Davis' hands. Or the kind of play former Bears tight end Greg Olsen would have made.

Olsen told the Charlotte Observer this week, "I wouldn't trade myself for anybody" when talking about a list of the NFL's premier tight ends and where he stacks up. The Bears dealt Olsen to the Panthers in 2011 for a third-round pick, one that was used as part of the trade for Brandon Marshall last year.

Bennett would like to see himself in that conversation about the league's best tight ends but has more to prove after a breakout season a year ago with the Giants (55 receptions for 626 yards and five touchdowns).Escaping Dallas, Bennett finally got out of the long shadow cast by Jason Witten, who led all NFL tight ends with 110 catches last season.

Bennett doesn't have to lead the league to make a serious impact for the Bears, who over the last two seasons have gotten fewer receptions from tight ends than any team in the NFL.

"I appreciate Witten more than I did when I was there," Bennett said. "I believe (I can put up statistics like him). I think I am up there with the top tight ends in the NFL with the way I have been playing and the way I have been growing and working. I think I can put up big numbers."

The Cowboys drafted Bennett in the second round in 2008, and if the eventual plan was to have him replace Witten, well, the mainstay was locked in. Witten's presence did motivate Bennett to hone his craft as a blocker, and that makes him a more complete player. Olsen might be more of a natural receiver, but Bennett can do it all.

"The only thing I wanted to do (with Dallas) was get in front of Witten," Bennett said. "That's hard to do. The guy is a great player. The way he came to work and a lot of things he did that I do now in my details and the way I approach the game as well, it helped."

Cutler appreciates that the Bears added a dynamic tight end, giving him a target that can occupy the middle of the field so the offense doesn't have to rely solely on Marshall filling that need..

"The thing about him is he wants to be great," Cutler said. "He doesn't want to be good. So every day he comes out here working. He's always asking us what he can do better, how he can improve. He's a rare breed. He's able to block, he's able to run. He's got a really good feel in the passing game of zone (and) man. He's fun to work with."

With any luck Bennett can be the kind of constant presence that Witten has been in Dallas. That would provide a great boost for the offense.

"He is one of the best I have seen do it in a long time," Bennett said. "When you're behind a guy, you're kind of hoping maybe he misses a game. He never missed a game when I was there. He has a great rapport with (Tony) Romo, which is what I am trying to do with Cutler."

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'Top 100 Players of 2013': Brandon Marshall

Published: May 10, 2013 at 03:00 a.m. | 0 Views | Tags: Brandon Marshall
03:53 – Bears WR Brandon Marshall is voted the 27th best player in the NFL according to his peers on the "Top 100 Players of 2013."
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Inside Rookie Minicamp: Episode 1

A behind-the-scenes look at the Bears rookie minicamp. Episode one greets the rookies at the airport and follows them through their journey towards becoming a Chicago Bear.
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Highlights: Veteran minicamp

Highlights from the Bears mandatory 3-day veteran minicamp.
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Props on the updates madrox!!

Aromashodu back in Bears' receiving picture
June 10, 2013|By Brad Biggs | Tribune reporter

The Chicago Bears will have interesting competition for the bottom of the depth chart in training camp and now a familiar face is in the mix at wide receiver.

Devin Aromashodu was re-signed Monday after spending the previous two seasons with the Minnesota Vikings. He was a popular target at times for quarterback Jay Cutler in 2009 and to a lesser degree in 2010 when he was first with the franchise.

http://articles.chicagotribune.com/...h-chart-jacksonville-jaguars-devin-aromashodu



Bears | Sedrick Ellis contract update

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:05:35 -0700

Updating a previous report, Chicago Bears DT Sedrick Ellis signed a one-year deal worth $1 million. The deal includes a $285,000 signing bonus.

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Bears | A.J. Lindeman signed

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:04:56 -0700

The Chicago Bears have signed undrafted free-agent OL A.J. Lindeman (Toledo) to a three-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.

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Bears | Want Jay Cutler to get ball out quicker

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 14:14:58 -0700

Chicago Bears quarterbacks coach Matt Cavanaugh said the team wants QB Jay Cutler to throw the ball quicker in order to avoid some sacks. "We've stressed that we want the ball out. There's a rhythm to what we do. He appreciates that, and he knows if he's getting the ball out he's not getting hit. We're all involved in it and everybody is responsible for it. Since we said Day 1 that's our No. 1 goal, we've got to live up to it and make sure we are not holding onto the ball forever," Cavanaugh said.

Fantasy Tip: Cutler has been sacked 148 times over the last four seasons, and the team thinks Cutler can avoid some sacks if he does not hold onto the ball. He will have some good weapons around him on offense and should have a good understanding of the scheme the team is using. Cutler should be considered a solid No. 2 fantasy quarterback this season.

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Bears | Coach impressed with James Brown

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 14:40:40 -0700

Chicago Bears head coach Mark Trestman said he was impressed with how OG James Brown progressed during offseason workouts. Brown worked with the first-team offense at guard during workouts because OG Kyle Long was not able to participate.

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Bears | Alshon Jeffery locked in

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:45:38 -0700

Chicago Bears WR Alshon Jeffery (hamstring) has been limited during offseason workouts, but the team is pleased with how he has worked to get himself in better physical condition. He even added strength, working with teammate WR Brandon Marshall in Miami. "He's had a really good spring. Mentally he's been locked in since we got started," receivers coach Mike Groh said Friday, June 14. "He's made good improvement on the field with things (we) wanted to work on, and in terms of grasp of offense, he's where he should be."

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Bears | J'Marcus Webb certainty for RT?

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:46:15 -0700

Chicago Bears OT J'Marcus Webb is the team's starting right tackle, and it is unlikely he will be pushed much for the job unless he has an absolutely awful training camp and preseason.

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Bears | Kyle Long out until training camp

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:47:23 -0700

Chicago Bears OG Kyle Long will not participate in practice until training camp. However, he will be part of the team's rookie developmental program starting next week.

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Bears | Improvement in Brandon Hardin's game

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:49:19 -0700

Chicago Bears FS Brandon Hardin has shown improvement during the offseason, as he is reportedly seeing the field better and reacting quicker.

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Bears | Unlikely to pursue Israel Idonije

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:50:16 -0700

The Chicago Bears are unlikely to re-sign free-agent DL Israel Idonije after adding DL Sedrick Ellis, as the team is very limited in what they can do from a salary cap perspective.

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Props on the updates madrox!!
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Key dates ahead on Bears, NFL calendar


Bears plans (June 17, 2013)
By Brad Biggs, Tribune reporter
8:15 a.m. CDT, June 17, 2013

The Chicago Bears wrapped up their offseason program last Thursday, putting the front office, coaches and players on a break until training camp gets started next month.

Players will report to Olivet Nazarene in Bourbonnais for the team’s 12th training camp there July 24. The first practice will be conducted July 26, and the team has said a daily schedule will be released soon.

Here is a look at key dates in the year ahead on the NFL calendar:

June 23-29 – Rookie symposium (Aurora, Ohio)

July 11 – Supplemental draft (if necessary)

July 24 – Bears players report to training camp

July 26 – First training camp practice at Olivet Nazarene University

Aug. 3 – Family Fest practice at Soldier Field

Aug. 9 – Bears at Carolina, 7 p.m.

Aug. 15 – Chargers at Bears, 7 p.m.

Aug. 23 – Bears at Raiders, 9 p.m.

Aug. 27 – Roster cutdown from 90 to 75 (3 p.m. deadline)

Aug. 29 – Browns at Bears, 7 p.m.

Aug. 31 – Roster cutdown from 75 to 53 (5 p.m. deadline)

Sept. 1 – Practice squads may be formed (11 a.m.)

Sept. 3 – Clubs may be able to place a player on reserve/injured -- designated to return (3 p.m.)

Sept. 8 – Season opener, Bengals at Bears, noon

Oct. 15 – Clubs may begin practicing players on the physically unable to perform list

Oct. 29 – Trading deadline (3 p.m.)

Dec. 30 – Clubs may begin signing players for the 2014 season to future/reserve contracts; earliest date to renegotiate or extend contracts of members of 2011 draft class

Jan. 4-5 – Wild Card playoff games

Jan. 11-12 – Divisional playoff games

Jan. 19 – Conference championship games

Jan. 26 – Pro Bowl (in Hawaii)

Feb. 2 – Super Bowl XLVIII MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, N.J.

Feb. 17 – First day to designate franchise/transition players

Feb. 19-25 – NFL Scouting Combine (Indianapolis)

March 3 –Deadline for teams to use franchise/transition tags

March 8-11 – Clubs may negotiate with free agents (but a contract cannot be executed)

March 11 – Free agency begins (3 p.m.)

March 23-26 – Spring NFL Owners Meeting (Orlando)

April 21 – Teams with returning head coach may begin offseason programs

May 8-10 – NFL Draft

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Bears | Devin Hester competing

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 08:06:14 -0700

Chicago Bears KR Devin Hester is competing to keep his job as the primary kick returner. WR Earl Bennett is also fielding kicks, and at age 31, Hester could become a salary cap casualty.

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Bears | Devin Hester competing

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 08:06:14 -0700

Chicago Bears KR Devin Hester is competing to keep his job as the primary kick returner. WR Earl Bennett is also fielding kicks, and at age 31, Hester could become a salary cap casualty.

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I respect what Devin has done for the Bears... The years when the offense couldne move the ball more than 30 yards without a breakdown from the other teams defense, he was instrumental along with a great D to the Bears being successful... But he hasnt progressed as a WR, and ST isnt as big of an impact as it once was with the next kickoff rule... It may be time for him to go to make room for another player.
 
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I respect what Devin has done for the Bears... The years when the offense couldne move the ball more than 30 yards without a breakdown from the other teams defense, he was instrumental along with a great D to the Bears being successful... But he hasnt progressed as a WR, and ST isnt as big of an impact as it once was with the next kickoff rule... It may be time for him to go to make room for another player.
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He never should have been a #2 option at WR; his skill set was suited to the slot but Earl Bennett was a slot only receiver and Aromashdou was not ready for #2 work; that said I think he's only due 1.5 million this season so for that low amount who can you get to replace him as a threat that forces opponents to kick away?
 
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He never should have been a #2 option at WR; his skill set was suited to the slot but Earl Bennett was a slot only receiver and Aromashdou was not ready for #2 work; that said I think he's only due 1.5 million this season so for that low amount who can you get to replace him as a threat that forces opponents to kick away?
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From what I understand the 1.5 mil is his base, but his roster bonus is the question mark. It can be as little as 1 mil, or as much as 9 depending on his play. Realistically the cap hit for him would be around 3mil...

At this point its not about bringing someone else in that will replace his production and threat. He's not gonna be back next season, so give someone else a chance to earn that spot that's going to be here in the future. I don't think the Bears have any gaping holes, I just think it's time to move on from the guys past their usefulness and reload with the next wave of talent.
 
NFL contenders stock watch

..you can FF to about 2:40 to get the the Bears discussion^^

Published: July 12, 2013 at 08:12 p.m. | 42,928 Views
04:30 – The "NFL Total Access" crew breaks down if the Baltimore Ravens, Cincinnati Bengals, Washington Redskins, Chicago Bears and Minnesota Vikings will win more or less than 10 games in 2013.
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Chicago Bears minicamp trailer

Published: July 10, 2013 at 02:44 p.m. | 5,832 Views
00:39 – Watch as the Chicago Bears' rookies prepare for training camp. For more "Inside Rookie Camp" with the Bears, go to ChicagoBears.com.
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Bears | Michael Bush played hurt

Fri, 05 Jul 2013 05:56:15 -0700

Chicago Bears RB Michael Bush (shoulder) said he played most of 2012 with a fractured bone in his right shoulder.

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Bears | Michael Bush fully healed

Fri, 05 Jul 2013 09:49:32 -0700

Chicago Bears RB Michael Bush (shoulder, rib) is fully healed from both rib and shoulder injuries he dealt with last season. His role in the team's offense is undefined this offseason under new offensive coordinator Marc Trestman.

Fantasy Tip: Bush's value last year rested on the laurels of goal-line touches and as the handcuff to Matt Forte. It's unclear if Bush will be the team's go-to goal-line back again, but he'll still be a handcuff option to Forte in deeper leagues.

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Bears | Henry Melton negotiations stalled

Wed, 10 Jul 2013 16:14:29 -0700

The Chicago Bears haven't made progress in negotiations with franchised free-agent DT Henry Melton.

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Bears | Some chatter on Henry Melton deal

Fri, 12 Jul 2013 05:48:55 -0700

Chicago Bears DT Henry Melton said he has heard some chatter about signing him to a long-term deal before the franchise tag's Monday, July 15 deadline. Either way, he said he's not sweating it.

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Bears | J'Marcus Webb expected to be RT

Sat, 13 Jul 2013 08:42:40 -0700

Chicago Bears OT J'Marcus Webb is expected to be the team's starting right tackle this season but will have to compete with OT Jonathan Scott for the job during training camp.

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Bears | Remain far apart with Henry Melton

Sun, 14 Jul 2013 20:27:17 -0700

The Chicago Bears and DT Henry Melton remain far apart in long-term contract negotiations, according to a source. The deadline to sign franchised players to long-term deals is Monday, July 15.

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Bears | Alshon Jeffery turning heads

Mon, 15 Jul 2013 05:14:21 -0700

Chicago Bears WR Alshon Jeffery has impressed his coaching staff and made vast improvements entering this season. "I'll say this about Alshon: He's really invested," receivers coach Mike Groh said. "I have seen improvement in the very short time I have been able to work with him. He certainly has tremendous potential."

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Bears | Henry Melton won't strike a deal

Mon, 15 Jul 2013 07:56:49 -0700

Chicago Bears DT Henry Melton will play on his one-year franchise tender, as the two sides won't strike a deal before today's deadline.

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Bears | Joe Anderson a good bet to stick

Mon, 15 Jul 2013 10:11:57 -0700

Chicago Bears WR Joe Anderson appears to be the most prominent of a group of receivers vying for the final two or three spots for the position on the team's 53-man roster. He can play special teams, and QB Jay Cutler has praised him. WR Eric Weems was signed last year to play on special teams, but he contributed little on offense, and that doesn't seem likely to change.

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Bears | Discussed contract extension with Jay Cutler

Tue, 16 Jul 2013 11:08:11 -0700

The Chicago Bears discussed a contract extension with QB Jay Cutler prior to the team hiring Marc Trestman as head coach.

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Bears | Henry Melton not surprised by no extension

Tue, 16 Jul 2013 11:26:27 -0700

Chicago Bears DT Henry Melton expected to play under the one-year franchise tag he signed earlier in the offseason, and said there are decisions to be made after the 2013 season. "There are a lot of decisions to be made, especially after this season,'' Melton noted. "A lot of the defensive guys, their contracts are going to be up after the season. … Guys like Peanut (Tillman) and Major (Wright). There are just a ton of decisions to be made."

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Props on the updates Madrox!!
 
Bears | Matt Forte thinks he could get more receptions

Wed, 17 Jul 2013 11:53:23 -0700

Chicago Bears RB Matt Forte said he believes he could be more involved in the passing game this season under head coach Marc Trestman. "I would expect (to be used more in 2013). Coach Trestman, I think he said he watched a lot of film on me and has seen me run different routes," Forte said. "So we'll get back to catching the ball out of the backfield like we did the prior years."

Fantasy Tip: Forte saw his reception total and receiving yards drop a bit last season but was a solid contributor in the passing game the first four years in the league. Forte probably would be more valuable in point-per-reception leagues if he is more involved in the passing game. Forte should be considered a solid No. 2 running back in all formats.

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Bears | Jay Cutler not worrying about contract

Wed, 17 Jul 2013 12:23:21 -0700

Chicago Bears QB Jay Cutler said he is not worried about his contract situation at this point and will allow things to play out during the season. "That stuff takes care of itself. As long as we're winning football games and I'm playing well, hopefully they keep me around. If that doesn't happen, we'll see how it plays out. I'm not going to be distracted by it. I can't worry about it. I've been in this league long enough. I've seen guys come and guys go. It will work out the way it's supposed to work out," Cutler said.

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Bears | Brandon Marshall hopes TE opens pass game

Wed, 17 Jul 2013 19:09:03 -0700

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall said Tuesday, July 16, that he hopes the offseason addition of TE Martellus Bennett will take some of the receiving pressure off him. Marshall had career highs with 118 receptions, 194 targets and 1,508 yards. The Bears receiver with the next highest number of targets was WR Earl Bennett, with 49. Marshall feels the wear and tear might have led to his offseason hip surgery. "I am (looking forward to having more weapons)," Marshall said. "It was tough sledding last year. I think that's why I had to have surgery. I had 2-3 guys on me every single play, but bringing in big boy Martellus, I don't think the league really knows how good he is."

Fantasy Tip: Marshall will still see plenty of targets and receptions, making him a bona fide No. 1 fantasy wide receiver in all formats. Sure, his numbers won't be as high as they were in 2012, but he remains a Top 10 fantasy option at his position.

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Bears | James Brown expected to get first shot at RG

Fri, 19 Jul 2013 16:44:41 -0700

Chicago Bears OG James Brown is expected to work with the first-team offense at right guard once training camp begins but could be pushed by OG Kyle Long for the starting job depending on how fast Long develops.

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Bears | Jay Cutler still has much to prove

Tue, 23 Jul 2013 08:16:15 -0700

Chicago Bears QB Jay Cutler likely needs to show more consistency from start to finish, and work well with the new coaching staff and within the new parameters of the new offense to receive a new contract from the team. Cutler feels he is worthy of being paid like one of the best quarterbacks in the game.

Fantasy Tip: For fantasy purposes, Cutler is more of a QB2 who can get you by when your primary option has a difficult matchup or is on a bye. He shouldn't be relied upon as a No. 1 on a regular basis, however.

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Bears | Fendi Onobun to get chance

Tue, 23 Jul 2013 08:17:33 -0700

The Chicago Bears coaching staff is excited to see what TE Fendi Onobun can do in training camp and the preseason after a strong offseason performance.

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Tue, 23 Jul 2013 08:19:45 -0700

Chicago Bears LB Lance Briggs will handle the play calling on defense with LB Brian Urlacher out of the picture. Briggs reportedly did a good job in his new role during offseason practices.

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Bears | Kyle Long viewed more as guard

Tue, 23 Jul 2013 08:19:15 -0700

Chicago Bears OG Kyle Long was drafted to play guard, and the team clearly believes he has more potential at that position than tackle. His arm length is likely the reason for such thinking. Long could see time at tackle sometime down the road, but guard is where he'll spend a majority of his time.

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Bears | Three locks at WR, open after that

Tue, 23 Jul 2013 08:18:40 -0700

Chicago Bears WRs Brandon Marshall, Alshon Jeffery and Earl Bennett are locks for the 53-man roster, but after that it is wide open. WRs Joe Anderson and Eric Weems might lock up a fourth receiver job, and could be battling each other since they are each solid on special teams. WR Devin Aromashodu is in the mix for a job, and then there is seventh-round pick Marquess Wilson and WR Devin Hester, who is more known for his prowess as a return man. The team is likely to keep five receivers plus Hester.

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Bears | Brandon Marshall won't be limited

Wed, 24 Jul 2013 15:36:07 -0700

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall (hip) expects to have a full workload during training camp, which begins Friday, July 26. WR Alshon Jeffery (hamstring), who missed organized team activities in June with a pulled hamstring, is also expected to be fully healthy. "No limitations," Marshall said, "but we're gonna be smart. I'm going on my eighth year, (have) had a few hip surgeries, nothing major. But at the same time, we start playing games in September. So that's what I'm preparing for. It's important to get out there with your teammates, build that chemistry, learn the offense, get reps. But at the same time, if I'm not healthy, all that doesn't matter. So I'm going to listen to my body, and go as it tells me."

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Bears | No extensions until after season

Wed, 24 Jul 2013 14:26:24 -0700

Chicago Bears general manager Phil Emery said the team will not agree to contract extensions for any players, including QB Jay Cutler, until after the 2013 season. "I guess if you're saying an enormous amount of leverage (for Cutler) that means we've had a great season," Emery said. "That's a problem I look forward to."

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Bears | No contract extensions this season

Wed, 24 Jul 2013 12:48:31 -0700

Chicago Bears general manager Phil Emery said the team will not sign any player to a contract extension this season.

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Bears | J'Marcus Webb working on right side

Wed, 24 Jul 2013 08:42:58 -0700

Chicago Bears OT J'Marcus Webb, who is entering the final year of his original rookie contract, is working on the right side. He will compete with OT Jonathan Scott for the starting right tackle job during training camp and the preseason.

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Bears | One OG job up for grabs

Wed, 24 Jul 2013 08:42:33 -0700

Chicago Bears OG Matt Slauson is expected to start at left guard, leaving OT James Brown and OG Kyle Long to battle for the right guard spot.

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Bears | Devin Hester raced cheetah for TV show

Wed, 24 Jul 2013 08:42:01 -0700

Chicago Bears WR Devin Hester and Tennessee Titans RB Chris Johnson each took turns racing a cheetah for a cable TV show which will air in November. Hester said the idea to race the cheetah was an "unusual proposition."

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Bears | Lance Briggs to call plays on defense
 
Marshall on new offense

Bears WR Brandon Marshall speaks to media after arriving at Bears training camp
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NFLN: Trestman's impact on Bears

Stacey Dales reports on Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler adjusting to Marc Trestman and how the new coach is impacting the team as it heads into training camp.
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Report: Players arrive

Players arrive at Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais, Illinois for Training Camp.
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And many more here (sry, no time to post em all up at work!):

http://www.chicagobears.com/multimedia/videos/index.html
 
Bears | Sedrick Ellis to retire

Thu, 25 Jul 2013 09:35:22 -0700

Chicago Bears DT Sedrick Ellis did not report to the team's training camp and has advised the team that he plans to retire.

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Bears | Shea McClellin lost weight :smh: :smh:

Thu, 25 Jul 2013 09:54:46 -0700

Chicago Bears DE Shea McClellin reported to training camp a little bit lighter than he was earlier in the offseason. McClellin said he cut some weight and reduced body fat.

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Bears | Devin Hester motivated :D

Thu, 25 Jul 2013 12:21:39 -0700

Chicago Bears WR Devin Hester said he is motivated by some people who think he has lost a step.

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Bears | Sign Jamaal Anderson

Thu, 25 Jul 2013 12:56:24 -0700

The Chicago Bears signed DL Jamaal Anderson (Bengals) Thursday, July 25. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

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Bears | Sedrick Ellis to retire

Thu, 25 Jul 2013 09:35:22 -0700

Chicago Bears DT Sedrick Ellis did not report to the team's training camp and has advised the team that he plans to retire.

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Bears | Shea McClellin lost weight :smh: :smh:

Thu, 25 Jul 2013 09:54:46 -0700

Chicago Bears DE Shea McClellin reported to training camp a little bit lighter than he was earlier in the offseason. McClellin said he cut some weight and reduced body fat.

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Bears | Devin Hester motivated :D

Thu, 25 Jul 2013 12:21:39 -0700

Chicago Bears WR Devin Hester said he is motivated by some people who think he has lost a step.

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Bears | Sign Jamaal Anderson

Thu, 25 Jul 2013 12:56:24 -0700

The Chicago Bears signed DL Jamaal Anderson (Bengals) Thursday, July 25. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

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Thanks for the updates

I always thought he was drafted to eventually be moved to OLB so the weight loss doesn't shock me.
 
cold-n-cocky said:
Thanks for the updates

I always thought he was drafted to eventually be moved to OLB so the weight loss doesn't shock me.
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From my limited memory... He looked like he was already small but idk.

Did Seddrick Ellis just sign a contract and then retire before camp???


Trestman must really be running these fools if he'd rather retire :lol: :lol:
 
chops said:
Did Seddrick Ellis just sign a contract and then retire before camp???


Trestman must really be running these fools if he'd rather retire :lol: :lol:
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:smh: Yea Ellis JUST signed a few months ago...he was interviewed for the Bears website at the time and was hypin how he was gonna beast in our defensive scheme. Oh well...

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chops said:
From my limited memory... He looked like he was already small but idk.

Did Seddrick Ellis just sign a contract and then retire before camp???


Trestman must really be running these fools if he'd rather retire :lol: :lol:
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Lol....670 the Score was clowning him (Trestman) yesterday about his press conference; that nice guy shit must not be his style come business time


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