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2010 Free Agency Free-for-all Open Thread


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We know who've been given tenders, we know the weak spots in the Bears roster, and we have heard the swirling rumors of potential targets.  Now, enough with the talk... let's get down to business.

The McCaskey family is supposedly allowing GM Jerry Angelo to open the checkbook, and the general consensus is that Angelo and Lovie Smith have been given one final chance to right the ship that so drastically strayed off course after the 2006 season.  With no early draft picks this year, Free Agency will have to suffice.

Live updates after the jump...

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Over the course of this evening and tonight, WCG will be providing live updates for all the movers and shakers, and we want all of our loyal members to be involved as well.  Make sure you are keeping an eye out, and drop into the comments section anything that is noteworthy, and we'll link it up to the main article.

This is the Windy City Gridiron 2010 Free Agency Open Thread... buckle up, and hang on tight.  It's gonna be a wild ride!

--Bears are in negotiation for Antrel Rolle, per this article.

--Jets trade 2011 third round pick to Chargers for Antonio Cromartie, per Adam Schefter (twitter).

--Browns trade Corey Williams to Lions, per this article.

-- Biggs' Twitter:

BradBiggs 

Hmm ... RT@ddockett Just talked 2 Antrel Rolle! I already know what's about 2 happen, man I'm speechless I'm going to Bed.

 

--Rolle visiting Giants on Friday (Miami also pursuing), per this article.

--Manumaleuna + the Ravens?

--Dolphins offer deal to Antrel Rolle.

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Peppers

and then Atwoge. and then Darren Sharper. and then Jesus.

by TheFunkle on Mar 4, 2010 6:49 PM CST up reply actions  

we are signing Jesus...

Lovie must have been praying harder than I thought…lol

Walter Payton lives on!!!

by monsterman34 on Mar 4, 2010 6:51 PM CST up reply actions  

With Jesus on our side.

We will never lose. again. running the table 20 years straight.

by T.Moore on Mar 4, 2010 7:09 PM CST up reply actions  

Maybe...

Jesus could be a Nickelback and a Returner also?

by JordanRay on Mar 4, 2010 7:33 PM CST up reply actions  

He Jesus.

Let him play wherever he wants. Geeez!

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 7:34 PM CST up reply actions  

Or he's Jesus, either way.

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 7:34 PM CST up reply actions  

There's no point

Lovie would just make him play somewhere else.

by PolishSausage.Ditka.Bears. on Mar 4, 2010 7:35 PM CST up reply actions  

Pool has had concussion issues.

And we need a free safety not more strong ones.

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 7:46 PM CST up reply actions  

He's had concussion issues.

And we really need a free safety, not another strong one.

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 7:44 PM CST up reply actions  

These were replies to a comment waay down this thread.

This thing is acting goofy.

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 7:57 PM CST up reply actions  

The success of the DBs is contingent on the

efficiency of the DL…

JPeppers+THarris playing side by side would make our DBs better than adding Rolle would, in my opinion.

by Dane Noble on Mar 4, 2010 6:53 PM CST up reply actions  

I'm with you...

… i just like Rolle’s age better.

by Jhitt81 on Mar 4, 2010 6:55 PM CST up reply actions  

neither...

Kampman for de. Sharper on a 1 year deal or atogwe for a few years.

by lopey986 on Mar 4, 2010 6:57 PM CST via mobile up reply actions  

rolle!

peppers is going to want way too much money and we could use that to not only pick up Rolle, but still have plenty of money to make a few more big moves. Atogwe wouldnt be too bad either. But Im not getting my hopes up tonight!

THANK YOU DENVER!!!!!!!!!

by fortefan09 on Mar 4, 2010 6:50 PM CST reply actions  

BEST CASE SCENARIO... IMO

Peppers… Atogwe…. AND Boldin!

What we’ll prolly get (and I’m happy with it)
 Kampman… & Rolle

What I DONT wanna see
JUST PEPPERS!

We need MORE than one guy out there to imporve the D as much as it is needed!

GO BEARS!!!!

by ChiTownSounds on Mar 4, 2010 6:52 PM CST reply actions  

Man, i just

hope that if we get Atogwe, he turns out better than the last Safety we got from the rams.

by Jhitt81 on Mar 4, 2010 6:54 PM CST reply actions  

Bear in active negotiations with Rolle

LINKIFIED!

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Writer at windycitygridiron.com -/-I http://www.twitter.com/kdoggers

by Kev H on Mar 4, 2010 6:59 PM CST reply actions  

the best link all day!

Man ill be happy if this is true! I know its hard to believe but the comment coming from his agent makes me hopeful. And the Bears would be a great place for him next year

THANK YOU DENVER!!!!!!!!!

by fortefan09 on Mar 4, 2010 7:01 PM CST up reply actions  

YESSS

I want some Rolle. That would be a great start

by tommite622 on Mar 4, 2010 7:01 PM CST up reply actions  

Cheaters......

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 7:06 PM CST up reply actions  

rolle was released

Therefore we don’t have to wait til 12:01 to negotiate.

by lopey986 on Mar 4, 2010 7:10 PM CST via mobile up reply actions  

doh...

lol was being sarcastic as well…but did not know that…..

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 7:11 PM CST up reply actions  

i figured

Just clarified anyway.

by lopey986 on Mar 4, 2010 7:26 PM CST via mobile up reply actions  

Good news.

Even though I’d rather have Atogwe.

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"Newbie, if the next two words out of your mouth aren't 'See ya' then the third word will be 'Oh my god. My crotch. You've punched me in my crotch." - Dr. Percival Ulysses Cox

by David Taylor on Mar 4, 2010 7:13 PM CST up reply actions  

why good news?

or why would I rather have Atogwe?

Good news – because we need a FS.
Atogwe – because I think he’s a better player.

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"Newbie, if the next two words out of your mouth aren't 'See ya' then the third word will be 'Oh my god. My crotch. You've punched me in my crotch." - Dr. Percival Ulysses Cox

by David Taylor on Mar 4, 2010 8:53 PM CST up reply actions  

FYI

Hey dude, I got this one but if you got some active stuff, let me know, so I can put it up on the front page.

Thanks

Being Who You Thought We Were Since 2005!

by Adam T on Mar 4, 2010 7:58 PM CST up reply actions  

just saw that the giants are in the running for Peppers.

as well as every team in the NFL i guess. Apparently they are willing to give up a 7 year 100 million deal

THANK YOU DENVER!!!!!!!!!

by fortefan09 on Mar 4, 2010 7:06 PM CST reply actions  

agree

I would never pay that much for a used and abused Defensive End. Peppers is good, but not that good anymore. I just really want us to pick up a good Safety!

THANK YOU DENVER!!!!!!!!!

by fortefan09 on Mar 4, 2010 7:08 PM CST up reply actions  

Mullin and McClure on CTL

- NFL source told McClure that the Bears are "the most desperate team" heading into free agency and thinks if thats the case the Bears will show people the money….

- McClure (and Kaplan) have heard that peppers has Chicago "high on his wishlist". Kaplan even told a story on how a friend of his saw peppers the year he wanted out of carolina and asked him what he was doing in town. peppers replied "seeing if I can get the Bears to put in a trade for my services"

- Mullin thinks that it will take awhile for the big names to go since they will all try to drive their prices up. A day or a day and a half

- After peppers he had heard that the Bears are looking at leonard little and atgowe are high on the Bears list

- Mullin would be surprised if Olsen is traded but thinks that Bears would listen to offers (especially on draft day) since the Bears offense is moving away from the "receiving TE"

- McClure also said that he thinks that Bears will get outbid on most counts (so did the entire panel)….the only guy McClure thinks that Bears have a shot at is rolle….As from what he had heard is rolle wants to play in ny or Chicago in 2010……

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 7:08 PM CST reply actions  

seattle not interested in peppers

according to seattle post:

And while it’s true the Seahawks need pass-rush help and do have Paul Allen bankrolling their team, there are no indications that Seattle intends to be a big spender in this year’s free-agent market.

link……

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 7:12 PM CST reply actions  

I am just saying Random things

Adoptive Parent of Earl Bennett since 2010
"You can do it Buddy, Get off that Bench!"

by Eaten by Bears on Mar 4, 2010 7:17 PM CST up reply actions  

Astronauts get taller when they are in space.

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"Newbie, if the next two words out of your mouth aren't 'See ya' then the third word will be 'Oh my god. My crotch. You've punched me in my crotch." - Dr. Percival Ulysses Cox

by David Taylor on Mar 4, 2010 7:22 PM CST up reply actions  

Marilyn Monroe had six toes on one foot.

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 7:37 PM CST up reply actions  

Looks like pats out oft he peppers sweep stakes
Patriots Likely to Focus on Their Free Agents, Not High-Priced Julius Peppers, Karlos Dansby

Panthers defensive end Julius Peppers and Cardinals middle linebacker Karlos Dansby will probably get the two biggest contracts this spring on the NFL’s open market. And since this is a shallow class of unrestricted free agents, each will likely receive exceedingly high offers, which will make them even more unattractive to the financially conservative Patriots.

While that strategy can be boring in March, you can’t argue with the results from September to January. After all, the Patriots won more games in the last decade than any team in the league — that is, of course, if you count playoff games, which evidently don’t matter to Bill Polian.

Link…….

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 7:18 PM CST reply actions  

Its nothing....Just more speculation
With word on Thursday that the Patriots are releasing Chris Baker — and likely letting Ben Watson leave in free agency — Patriots beat man Ian R. Rapoport tweeted an interesting hypothetical: “is this the precursor to something already in the works?” That’s a pretty thinly-veiled reference to an Olsen trade, eh?

Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune had word this week from multiple league sources that the Bears might sign Brandon Manumaleuna, a stout blocking-oriented TE. He’s the type of player at tight end that new offensive coordinator Mike Martz loves, and his signing could indicate that the Bears are ready to move Greg Olsen. As we’re well aware by now, the Bears don’t have any draft picks in the first or second rounds in April, and they might be able to secure a pick or two by moving a player who is not a fit for the Martzian scheme.

Earlier this week, Rapoport weighed the merits of trading for Olsen, while Sean Jensen of the Chicago Sun-Times disputed earlier reports that Olsen asked the team for a trade. The Tribune’s Dan Pompei recently provided a good reason why they shouldn’t trade Olsen: Martz (as well as Lovie Smith and Angelo) might not be around in 2011, and the new regime might be more TE-friendly.

Link…..

From csn pats beat writer:


Trying to figure Baker release. As for possible Greg Olsen deal. Olsen wouldnt make Baker obsolete, different guyss. And y cut b4 deal dun?

Link….

search for olsen has twitter all a frenzy since the pats cut baker…..

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 7:27 PM CST up reply actions  

reports are Olsen may have asked for a trade

but the Bears want to keep him but would listen to offers (according to Mullin)….

The reason is the TE in martz system mainly is used for blocking and has no need for a “receiving TE”….so Olsen wants out because his numbers will plummet….

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 9:04 PM CST up reply actions  

Guys I can't remember being this excited

at FA signing time. It’s like our own little draft night. I guess something good has come out of the Bears making this a do or die season for Lovie huh?

by Dils on Mar 4, 2010 7:36 PM CST reply actions  

http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/bears/

negotiaons are happening with rolle…hopefully this is true

THANK YOU DENVER!!!!!!!!!

by fortefan09 on Mar 4, 2010 7:38 PM CST reply actions  

We should pick up

Brodney Pool for our SS spot. He will be cheap and an upgrade.

by Jhitt81 on Mar 4, 2010 7:41 PM CST reply actions  

He's had concussion issues

and we need a free safety not another strong.

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 7:47 PM CST up reply actions  

he wouldnt be an upgrade

Over afalava and payne in any way. No thanks.

by lopey986 on Mar 4, 2010 7:56 PM CST via mobile up reply actions  

i really hope we dont trade Olsen

Unless it is for Boldin or a high draft pick, maybe. I don’t like the idea of trading a known player for an unknown. Just like in fishing, you don’t leave fish to find fish.

by Ryan21 on Mar 4, 2010 7:41 PM CST via mobile reply actions  

Yeah if we can get a 2nd or 3rd for Olsen

then do it and go grab Boldin. That would work for me.

by Dils on Mar 4, 2010 7:43 PM CST up reply actions  

If we can get a 2nd for olsen

we need to seriously consider moving up for either Arrilous Benn or Thomas(kid from Georgia tech. Wasn’t even going to try his name.).

by Jhitt81 on Mar 4, 2010 7:45 PM CST up reply actions  

This Bears team is going to be so exciting.

Complete disfunctionality led by a GM and HC who talk in circles and are no longer working together. It’s friggin fun for everyone!

Last year, our HC said our biggest FA aquisition was Rod Marinelli, to improve our pass rush. Guess what’s happened since? We traded a 2nd round pick for a DE half way through the season, and this year DE is our biggest FA priority. LOL. Gotta love the way it works around here.

And, out of the last 27 defensive draft picks… we’ve got one actual starting defensive football player on our roster. LOL. We would’ve had 2, but we traded the other one away (Chris Harris) because we didn’t think he was good enough. Bwah ha!

"You win because of the quarterback. We have to get that position stabilized. We're fixated on that." -- Jerry Angelo (12.30.2008)

Jerry Angelo trades for Jay Cutler! (4.2.2009)
.

by SackMan on Mar 4, 2010 7:42 PM CST reply actions  

theres no way thats true

Considering moore and afalava were both starters for most of the year and they were just drafted within the last 2 years.

by lopey986 on Mar 4, 2010 8:12 PM CST via mobile up reply actions  

Moore?

DJ Moore? The DJ Moore we drafted last year and who hasn’t played an NFL down.

But yeah, SackMan was off.

01 Jarron Gilbert
Henry Melton
D.J. Moore
Marcus Freeman
05 Al Afalava
Marcus Harrison
Craig Steltz
Zackary Bowman
Ervin Baldwin
10 Joey LaRocque
Dan Bazuin
Michael Okwo
Kevin Payne
Corey Graham
15 Trumaine McBride
Danieal Manning
*Devin Hester (defensive draftee, starts – or started – on offense)
Dusty Dvoracek
Jamar Williams
20 Mark Anderson
Chris Harris starter elsewhere
Rodriques Wilson
Tommie Harris
Terry Johnson starter elsewhere
25 Nathan Vasher
Leon Joe
Claude Harriott

And this is an old argument, but do we really discredit the Bears for not replacing Ularcher, Briggs and Tillman already?

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"Newbie, if the next two words out of your mouth aren't 'See ya' then the third word will be 'Oh my god. My crotch. You've punched me in my crotch." - Dr. Percival Ulysses Cox

by David Taylor on Mar 4, 2010 8:47 PM CST up reply actions  

brain fart

I defiñitely meant bowman, not moore.

by lopey986 on Mar 4, 2010 9:12 PM CST via mobile up reply actions  

Um... if the guys you higlighted are starters...

outside of Tommie Harris, then you’re living in a fantasy world.

We’ve changes starting safeties 41 times. And Bowman is just a guy.

The Wl record should tell you how poorly we’ve drafted.

As well as the list of tenders we made to friggin m Anderson, D Manning, and Nick friggin Roach of all people.

Other teams are tendering guys like Brandon Marshall and Miles Austin with top draft picks. And the Bears are tendering non starters with 2nd round picks. We’ve got junk!

"You win because of the quarterback. We have to get that position stabilized. We're fixated on that." -- Jerry Angelo (12.30.2008)

Jerry Angelo trades for Jay Cutler! (4.2.2009)
.

by SackMan on Mar 4, 2010 11:45 PM CST up reply actions  

Huh?
And, out of the last 27 defensive draft picks… we’ve got one actual starting defensive football player on our roster.

Afalava – regular starter in ’09
Bowman – regular starter in ’09
Payne / Manning – Starting rotation at the other S position in ’09
Harris – regular starter in ’09

Four > One!

Not a fantasy world, this (above) is reality.

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"Newbie, if the next two words out of your mouth aren't 'See ya' then the third word will be 'Oh my god. My crotch. You've punched me in my crotch." - Dr. Percival Ulysses Cox

by David Taylor on Mar 5, 2010 12:18 AM CST up reply actions  

I like this

Bears Want Rolle

"Sometimes I wonder whether the world is being run by smart people who are putting us on or by imbeciles who really mean it." - Mark Twain

by phastphil on Mar 4, 2010 7:44 PM CST reply actions  

Ladell Betts released by the Redskins.

He’s a great change of pace back and would probably come in cheap. Plus he’s a Hawkeye!

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 7:50 PM CST reply actions  

He's a bigger back, in case you've never watched him.

He’s 225 lbs.

And he tore both his ACL and MCL in week 11.

"You win because of the quarterback. We have to get that position stabilized. We're fixated on that." -- Jerry Angelo (12.30.2008)

Jerry Angelo trades for Jay Cutler! (4.2.2009)
.

by SackMan on Mar 4, 2010 11:47 PM CST up reply actions  

Yeah....

I wouldn’t be surprised if 2009 was Ladell’s final year in the league. Not saying he sucked, or that he might not find a taker, but it wouldn’t surprise me if he was done.

in•san•i•ty \in-ˈsa-nə-tē\ noun
1 : The act of doing the same thing over and over again while expecting different results.

by T-Train on Mar 5, 2010 12:26 AM CST up reply actions  

gaints, dolphins, and cards in mix for rolle as well

per PFT:


A league source has confirmed that the Bears are indeed chasing Rolle. We’re also told that the Giants and Dolphins are pursuing Rolle, and that the Cardinals still hope to get him back.

Link……

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 7:52 PM CST reply actions  

ops giants....

sorry ny giant fans….

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 7:55 PM CST up reply actions  

Jesus?

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 7:54 PM CST up reply actions  

I think

the deal gets done for Rolle. Drew gives us what we want and we give him the the deal Olsen wants.

If you live in Chicago you are a bears fan, if you move from chicago you stay a bears fan, if you move to chicago you will be a bears fan.

by chi-town on Mar 4, 2010 7:57 PM CST reply actions  

I'm with everyone else

This is exciting :)

"I guess I can’t do anything if you’re just irrational, but to point it out and move on."

- fundamentallysound

by J Theory on Mar 4, 2010 7:58 PM CST via mobile reply actions  

THIS YEAR

it kinda is draft day.

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 8:03 PM CST up reply actions  

Kampman supposivly is locked in to go to an unknown

team that is not the Bears. What do we do then? Vanden Bosch doesn’t make me feel very comfortable or excited.

by PolishSausage.Ditka.Bears. on Mar 4, 2010 8:15 PM CST up reply actions  

NFL TA guys

said that kampman is the Bears “plan B” if they can not land peppers IF he can pass a physical of course….

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 8:17 PM CST up reply actions  

At least we have a plan B

*cough Fewell *cough

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"Newbie, if the next two words out of your mouth aren't 'See ya' then the third word will be 'Oh my god. My crotch. You've punched me in my crotch." - Dr. Percival Ulysses Cox

by David Taylor on Mar 4, 2010 8:49 PM CST up reply actions  

I think I'd rather get Peppers

than Rolle and go hard at Atogwe or even sign Sharper for a two year deal.

by PolishSausage.Ditka.Bears. on Mar 4, 2010 8:17 PM CST up reply actions  

According to Joniak, Mullin, and McClure

the Bears will still pursue peppers if they get rolle….McClure said on CTL that the Bears want to pursue/land rolle, peppers and taylor…..All stated that the Bears will most likely get out bid for peppers though….

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 8:16 PM CST up reply actions  

Unless Peppers

would want to play for the Bears and take the offer anyway.

by PolishSausage.Ditka.Bears. on Mar 4, 2010 8:17 PM CST up reply actions  

Well Chicago is high on his list

according to most “NFL experts” but sometimes it all about the money….radio in sea said that it looks like its down to 3 teams for peppers wash, sea, Chicago according to the seahawk beat writer…..take that FWIW though….

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 8:21 PM CST up reply actions  

Yes

according to the seattle post that I linked in this thread above….but this different seahawk beat writer said other wise….so who knows really…..

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 8:25 PM CST up reply actions  

thats what im saying..

If we get Rolle, I dont see us getting Peppers, the only way would be if Peppers really wanted to come play for us.

THANK YOU DENVER!!!!!!!!!

by fortefan09 on Mar 4, 2010 8:17 PM CST reply actions  

is it midnight eastern or 11pm eastern?

When does the pumpkin turn into a carriage? Is it midnight eastern? I’m stuck on east coast for work with only a blackberry to keep up. Pls help! :)

May the wind be always at your back, and may your placekicker have icewater in his veins.

by juperee on Mar 4, 2010 8:21 PM CST via mobile reply actions  

east coast

THANK YOU DENVER!!!!!!!!!

by fortefan09 on Mar 4, 2010 8:22 PM CST up reply actions  

it's midnight eastern. :]

"A lot of fans were drawn to me because they knew that whatever the score was, I was going to run as hard as I could on every play. You don't have that now, you have guys waiting for next week or even next year." - Walter Payton

by HoneyBear on Mar 4, 2010 10:00 PM CST up reply actions  

Midnight on the East coast

11 PM central time.

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 8:22 PM CST reply actions  

thks, y'all

May the wind be always at your back, and may your placekicker have icewater in his veins.

by juperee on Mar 4, 2010 8:24 PM CST via mobile up reply actions  

from rolle blog:
I will be looking for teams with certain defensive schemes and teams that have a good reputation as far as how the organization is run. But right now I am willing to listen to anyone……

I can see myself playing anywhere in the defensive backfield for a new team. I don’t consider myself just a safety now since I switched over from cornerback. I can play all over, return punts, play some on offense. I really just consider myself an athlete more than a position player…….

Link…..

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 8:34 PM CST reply actions  

That is the worst thing you could tell Lovie

He’s gonna try and start him opposite Harris at DT.

Can you say DMS?

by tommite622 on Mar 4, 2010 8:39 PM CST up reply actions  

+1

in•san•i•ty \in-ˈsa-nə-tē\ noun
1 : The act of doing the same thing over and over again while expecting different results.

by T-Train on Mar 4, 2010 9:32 PM CST up reply actions  

is anyone else tired....

of seeing every article and newsfeed stating that the bears are actively pursuing Rolle. Im ready to make this happen!

THANK YOU DENVER!!!!!!!!!

by fortefan09 on Mar 4, 2010 9:00 PM CST reply actions  

Adam Schefter (twitter)
Former Cards S Antrel Rolle free to sign, and is talking to Bears, Giants, Dolphins and Cardinals. No team more desperate than Chicago.

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"Newbie, if the next two words out of your mouth aren't 'See ya' then the third word will be 'Oh my god. My crotch. You've punched me in my crotch." - Dr. Percival Ulysses Cox

by David Taylor on Mar 4, 2010 9:02 PM CST up reply actions  

Is desparate good?

I’m not sure if that plays into our hands or not.

by GallopingGhost on Mar 4, 2010 9:03 PM CST up reply actions  

According to McClure

his NFL sources think that the Bears are desperate enough to beat some big spenders and over pay this year….

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 9:05 PM CST up reply actions  

So obvious

JA and Lovie are playing for their jobs, total “f- it, if this doesn’t work the new regime can deal with the bad contracts.”

by GallopingGhost on Mar 4, 2010 9:07 PM CST up reply actions  

the best reply I have seen in this post yet

u hit it right on the money

THANK YOU DENVER!!!!!!!!!

by fortefan09 on Mar 4, 2010 9:08 PM CST up reply actions  

jesus..

Finally acting like their jobs depend on this…

" We get off the bus running! What do you mean we are a passing team? you don't agree with how I do things? You're fired!"
- Lovie Smith-

by tfrabotta on Mar 4, 2010 10:25 PM CST via mobile up reply actions  

PFT reporting that wash will land peppers
Our pal Lance Zierlein of KGOW in Houston has reported, via Twitter, that the Redskins will come “charging hard” after Peppers and that he expects a deal to be done by tomorrow. Last year, Zierlein reported that the Redskins would land defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth days before it happened.

And we’re hearing that the situation has progressed well beyond the Redskins “charging hard.” We’re hearing it’s essentially done — and that barring an unexpected development the only question is whether the deal will be announced before or after the sun rises in D.C.

Link…..

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 9:28 PM CST reply actions  

Good for them!

Now they can have the two highest overpaid players who underachieve on the same line! Kudos Snyder!

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 9:38 PM CST up reply actions  

wouldn't be shocked

washington outspends everyone when it comes to free agents. if they want peppers, they’ll get him. drag, as i was hoping to have our first real beastly DE since, i dunno, trace armstrong, line up here. but there’s no way we can win a spending war with the redskins.

by guy incognito on Mar 4, 2010 9:41 PM CST up reply actions  

Might go down like this...

Rolle – Peppers – and then a 3 team deal will go down between Da Bears, Pats and Broncos. Olsen to the Pats pick 22 to Denver and Marshall to Da Bears !!!

Todd Boeckman 6'5 244lb 5th yr senior = this years QB sleeper!!!

by ~sweetness~ on Mar 4, 2010 9:38 PM CST reply actions  

Wow

Been awhile since i’ve been on!! And I was way off on boeckman!!! I don’t even think he made it on a team….

Todd Boeckman 6'5 244lb 5th yr senior = this years QB sleeper!!!

by ~sweetness~ on Mar 4, 2010 9:40 PM CST up reply actions  

do you guys really see this organization committing $100 mil

to any one player? i dont think there is any way… see prior negotiations with urlacher, briggs, etc…

And even if they would, I dont think peppers is worth it

by djhutchins on Mar 4, 2010 9:43 PM CST reply actions  

no

and they shouldn’t. peppers has too many question marks about him to shell out that kind of dough. if we could get him for something like 10-13m with 2-3 guaranteed years, yes, you do that. but it gets dicey above that. if he had jared allen’s motor, i mean its a no-brainer, as the guy is physically insane. but he doesn’t, and you have no idea whether he’ll just shut down after getting paid.

by guy incognito on Mar 4, 2010 9:50 PM CST up reply actions  

Peppers is 30 though...

I don’t think they’ll sign him for more than 4yrs at the max of 20mil/year, and if they did it doesn’t matter if the owners got the money why not?? (no salary cap). They’ve alreay showed the money with the rumors that J.A’s got 25mil upfront

by ~sweetness~ on Mar 4, 2010 9:53 PM CST up reply actions  

I'm with you

I don’t get why everyone is concerned with the money. It’s an uncapped year and if the Bears want to shell out millions for FAs, so be it.

by Dils on Mar 4, 2010 9:56 PM CST up reply actions  

It's never actually 100mil

It will just be like Haynseworths contract. They will say it is a 100 mil but he will never actually get that. it usually ends up being 60 mil over 4 yrs wiht the guaranteed money around 40 mil.

by Jhitt81 on Mar 4, 2010 10:04 PM CST up reply actions  

Looking Good???
Hmm … RT@ddockett Just talked 2 Antrel Rolle! I already know what’s about 2 happen, man I’m speechless I’m going to Bed.

http://twitter.com/BradBiggs

by Bear_Down on Mar 4, 2010 9:57 PM CST reply actions  

I agree

that does not look good if you are a Bears fan IMO…like something is up….but guess we will see….

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 10:06 PM CST up reply actions  

I might be jumping the gun here..

but sometimes this Org makes me want to ……Say very nasty things. I’ll just keep it at that for now.

by Syndor on Mar 4, 2010 10:09 PM CST up reply actions  

Why?

To me that sounds like Rolle is going to sign with the Bears and the speechless part could be a bunch of things. It could mean Rolle has already talked to Peppers and they’re both coming. It could mean Rolle is getting a record contract. It could mean the Bears signed Rolle to play RB. It could mean the bears told Rolle they thought his first name was Myron.

by shawndgoldman on Mar 4, 2010 11:00 PM CST up reply actions  

interesting

sounds good, but could also be taken bad

THANK YOU DENVER!!!!!!!!!

by fortefan09 on Mar 4, 2010 10:00 PM CST reply actions  

RT BradBiggs: Hmm ... RTddockett Just talked 2 Antrel Rolle! I already know what’s about 2 happen, man I’m speechless I’m going to Bed.

by Patriotbball5460 on Mar 4, 2010 10:05 PM CST reply actions  

i am surprised the Skins let Antwan Randle El go...

May the wind be always at your back, and may your placekicker have icewater in his veins.

by juperee on Mar 4, 2010 10:06 PM CST reply actions  

Im not

Walter Payton lives on!!!

by monsterman34 on Mar 4, 2010 10:06 PM CST up reply actions  

life is like a box of chocolates

but i doubt the free agency box is full of chocolates. The Bears will tell you it is really good chocolate, they tried to get great but couldn’t. It isn’t really chocolate.

but i hope we get Peppers, Rolle, and LaDanian Tomlinson. oh what I could do in NFL free agency with $25 million.

by No It All on Mar 4, 2010 10:06 PM CST reply actions  

but if they took the bones out, it wouldnt be crunchy, would it?

May the wind be always at your back, and may your placekicker have icewater in his veins.

by juperee on Mar 4, 2010 10:09 PM CST up reply actions  

RT @Adam_Schefter: FOX reported, and it has been confirmed, that the Panthers are releasing QB Jake Delhomme.

by Patriotbball5460 on Mar 4, 2010 10:07 PM CST reply actions  

thanks for the link...

as crazy as this sounds, Bears are still in the ballgame. I thought for sure Cutler was going to them. I know its not the same situation, but I think Peppers would rather be a Bear. Money talks though.

Walter Payton lives on!!!

by monsterman34 on Mar 4, 2010 10:16 PM CST up reply actions  

I agree with him being more of a 4-3 guy.

if we don’t get him, they have nice money to play with. I think they address more players of need through FA eventhough I want Peppers. Still thinking big though.

Walter Payton lives on!!!

by monsterman34 on Mar 4, 2010 10:26 PM CST up reply actions  

yes

starting to pick up steam as well…espnews just mentioned it a little bit ago…..

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 10:14 PM CST up reply actions  

redskins GM bruce allen on free agency today
Allen: no financial restrictions by ownership on pursuing free agents. #Redskins #NFL

link…..

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 10:18 PM CST up reply actions  

Why do I have this bad feeling

that the Bears will strike out on everyone (peppers, rolle, taylor, kampman) and be stuck with 3rd and 4th tier free agents with maybe a 2nd tier thrown in? ….

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 10:13 PM CST reply actions  

Maybe because

that’s exactly how our current coaching staff was formed!

by Bear_Down on Mar 4, 2010 10:14 PM CST up reply actions   1 recs

Heh

true….but you would think that with the coaching staff in “desperation mode” they get some people…..

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 10:15 PM CST up reply actions  

True

Im also a Cubs fan as well…that might be a majority of where that feeling comes from as well……

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 10:16 PM CST up reply actions  

Hear ya,

little Shlep Rock going on…the cloud always seems to follow us?

Walter Payton lives on!!!

by monsterman34 on Mar 4, 2010 10:18 PM CST up reply actions  

because they strike out on purpose.

 the second people start circulating a story about us signing a big name the Bears get the publicity they want without actually having to sign the good players. all hype.

by No It All on Mar 4, 2010 10:22 PM CST up reply actions  

Who are you?

And what have you done with the bears fan who once occupied your mind

by tommite622 on Mar 4, 2010 10:17 PM CST up reply actions  

Hi Everyone!

I’ve been here awhile, but don’t know what to say… so… just thought I’d say hi! :]

"A lot of fans were drawn to me because they knew that whatever the score was, I was going to run as hard as I could on every play. You don't have that now, you have guys waiting for next week or even next year." - Walter Payton

by HoneyBear on Mar 4, 2010 10:18 PM CST reply actions  

What up HB and GG.

Chillin here in this misery called Ft. well, ya know. Hoping for some good news. If we don’t get Peppers, we will have the money to do a lot of other stuff..hopefully great stuff?

Walter Payton lives on!!!

by monsterman34 on Mar 4, 2010 10:21 PM CST up reply actions  

even more $$$ without..

don’t get me wrong…I would love it if we got Peppers

Walter Payton lives on!!!

by monsterman34 on Mar 4, 2010 10:32 PM CST up reply actions  

I hope so.

GG isn’t with me… but I see he just came in on the bottom of the thread…

"A lot of fans were drawn to me because they knew that whatever the score was, I was going to run as hard as I could on every play. You don't have that now, you have guys waiting for next week or even next year." - Walter Payton

by HoneyBear on Mar 4, 2010 10:25 PM CST up reply actions  

Bring in Kamp

I feel it’s a win-win scenario with either one them.

''I'm really not a Facebook or Twitter guy. I'm a prime rib and baked potato guy.'' - Sweet Lou

by propheteer on Mar 4, 2010 10:26 PM CST up reply actions  

Chiming in!

Nice to see the usual suspects are here.

''I'm really not a Facebook or Twitter guy. I'm a prime rib and baked potato guy.'' - Sweet Lou

by propheteer on Mar 4, 2010 10:23 PM CST reply actions  

I realize that...now.

''I'm really not a Facebook or Twitter guy. I'm a prime rib and baked potato guy.'' - Sweet Lou

by propheteer on Mar 4, 2010 10:25 PM CST up reply actions  

I'm trying to make it to midnight

But I am battling a cold and do not feel well so it might be kind of tough. Hoping Bears news trickles out before 12:30.

by GallopingGhost on Mar 4, 2010 10:25 PM CST reply actions  

Its gotta be Indiana bro...place makes me sick.

Lot of good people though.

Walter Payton lives on!!!

by monsterman34 on Mar 4, 2010 10:29 PM CST up reply actions  

Please can I get some good news from one of my chicago teams?

Damn this city has become soft…. please bring that old chicago sports i love back.

DA CUBS DA BEARS DA BULLS

by Rudey on Mar 4, 2010 10:26 PM CST reply actions  

Haha

"A lot of fans were drawn to me because they knew that whatever the score was, I was going to run as hard as I could on every play. You don't have that now, you have guys waiting for next week or even next year." - Walter Payton

by HoneyBear on Mar 4, 2010 10:28 PM CST up reply actions  

About his teeth?

Were you the one who said that earlier? I remember reading it, but not the name.lol

"A lot of fans were drawn to me because they knew that whatever the score was, I was going to run as hard as I could on every play. You don't have that now, you have guys waiting for next week or even next year." - Walter Payton

by HoneyBear on Mar 4, 2010 10:31 PM CST up reply actions  

Nope, that was me :)

in•san•i•ty \in-ˈsa-nə-tē\ noun
1 : The act of doing the same thing over and over again while expecting different results.

by T-Train on Mar 4, 2010 10:47 PM CST up reply actions  

Lol..

I couldn’t remember. :P

"A lot of fans were drawn to me because they knew that whatever the score was, I was going to run as hard as I could on every play. You don't have that now, you have guys waiting for next week or even next year." - Walter Payton

by HoneyBear on Mar 4, 2010 10:48 PM CST up reply actions  

My Bad.....I'm forgettable :(

in•san•i•ty \in-ˈsa-nə-tē\ noun
1 : The act of doing the same thing over and over again while expecting different results.

by T-Train on Mar 4, 2010 10:52 PM CST up reply actions  

Aw...no!

I just read every comment posted… I sometimes get them confused. :( I sowwi. Don’t be sad!

"A lot of fans were drawn to me because they knew that whatever the score was, I was going to run as hard as I could on every play. You don't have that now, you have guys waiting for next week or even next year." - Walter Payton

by HoneyBear on Mar 4, 2010 10:53 PM CST up reply actions  

All better now :D

in•san•i•ty \in-ˈsa-nə-tē\ noun
1 : The act of doing the same thing over and over again while expecting different results.

by T-Train on Mar 4, 2010 10:53 PM CST up reply actions  

Yep

looks like the Bears are out…..

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 10:31 PM CST up reply actions  

First we keep our coaching staff

Then we keep Angelo!!!! Nuff said!

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 10:33 PM CST up reply actions  

I want Atogwe anyhow.

Come on Atogwe…better deal!!

Walter Payton lives on!!!

by monsterman34 on Mar 4, 2010 10:35 PM CST up reply actions  

I want a mind numbing gin and tonic.

And I’m having one.

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 10:36 PM CST up reply actions  

We can't be out of it yet

''I'm really not a Facebook or Twitter guy. I'm a prime rib and baked potato guy.'' - Sweet Lou

by propheteer on Mar 4, 2010 10:35 PM CST up reply actions  

I think

talking with his agent at the combine would be considered “in it.”

''I'm really not a Facebook or Twitter guy. I'm a prime rib and baked potato guy.'' - Sweet Lou

by propheteer on Mar 4, 2010 10:37 PM CST up reply actions  

care to elaborate?

''I'm really not a Facebook or Twitter guy. I'm a prime rib and baked potato guy.'' - Sweet Lou

by propheteer on Mar 4, 2010 10:39 PM CST up reply actions  

actually sitting thru some rounds of the bidding war = "in it"

talking to his agent means little to me, getting caught is just further evidence of incompetence

by No It All on Mar 4, 2010 10:41 PM CST up reply actions  

At least

the Skins will have most of their money tied up in the most important part of a defense.

''I'm really not a Facebook or Twitter guy. I'm a prime rib and baked potato guy.'' - Sweet Lou

by propheteer on Mar 4, 2010 10:41 PM CST up reply actions  

Dunta

Why not him? Move Peanut to FS, and then direct your focus on Kampman and possibly Taylor.

''I'm really not a Facebook or Twitter guy. I'm a prime rib and baked potato guy.'' - Sweet Lou

by propheteer on Mar 4, 2010 10:36 PM CST reply actions  

whats the point of signing dunta?

if we move tillman? we are still short a corner

by Bear Lovin 21 on Mar 4, 2010 10:42 PM CST up reply actions  

RT @BradBiggs: League source just texted that Chester Taylor has an offer for a significant chunk of guaranteed money from unknown team. Stay tuned.

by Patriotbball5460 on Mar 4, 2010 10:37 PM CST reply actions  

I hope we aren't that dumb

I want Taylor, but not for a lot of guaranteed cash. Hes a #2 RB for christ sake

by tommite622 on Mar 4, 2010 10:48 PM CST up reply actions  

Come on CT!!

I typed that before your comment came up, i f’n swear..freaky

Walter Payton lives on!!!

by monsterman34 on Mar 4, 2010 10:38 PM CST reply actions  

Profootballtalk story on Rolle to Giants

all the articles link to stories about Karlos Dansby…I posted that to them…they havent changed it yet

by Project on Mar 4, 2010 10:39 PM CST reply actions  

Schefter said on SC that bears in lead for Peppers

He didn’t evenention skins, just the bears and seahawks

by Mike Mueller on Mar 4, 2010 10:39 PM CST via mobile reply actions  

Schefter is the new John Clayton

I take what he says as closer to fact than most. The guy has a TON of connections.

by GallopingGhost on Mar 4, 2010 10:40 PM CST up reply actions  

Ya hes been money

more time than not….so if he says it must be down to seahawks and Bears….Heres hoping Bears make something happen….

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 10:42 PM CST up reply actions  

Well

my wife likes their uniforms…..theyre different and pretty……besides hawks have money….

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 10:46 PM CST up reply actions  

the most money out of anyone..

..if you want to have a bidding war, be on Paul Allen’s side..

by Patriotbball5460 on Mar 4, 2010 10:47 PM CST up reply actions  

Bears will make FA rumblings that will result in nothing.

Small deals for no names. Ready for Omiyale part deaux?

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 10:39 PM CST reply actions  

I'm eating pizza!

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 10:41 PM CST reply actions  

Yum! What kind?

Mushrooms are my favorite!

"A lot of fans were drawn to me because they knew that whatever the score was, I was going to run as hard as I could on every play. You don't have that now, you have guys waiting for next week or even next year." - Walter Payton

by HoneyBear on Mar 4, 2010 10:42 PM CST up reply actions  

Pepperoni with cheese.

But I’m an anchovie fan in a house full of bland :(!

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 10:43 PM CST up reply actions  

I had anchovies once...

I had pizza in Italy and they had them on it.. Not too bad… just really salty. lol

"A lot of fans were drawn to me because they knew that whatever the score was, I was going to run as hard as I could on every play. You don't have that now, you have guys waiting for next week or even next year." - Walter Payton

by HoneyBear on Mar 4, 2010 10:45 PM CST up reply actions  

Love anchovies. Truly.

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 10:46 PM CST up reply actions  

Hey...none of that...

..I’m a good kid! :]

"A lot of fans were drawn to me because they knew that whatever the score was, I was going to run as hard as I could on every play. You don't have that now, you have guys waiting for next week or even next year." - Walter Payton

by HoneyBear on Mar 4, 2010 10:44 PM CST up reply actions  

what, i was just saying that people

at Ball St. love pizza with mushrooms…jeeez..lol

Walter Payton lives on!!!

by monsterman34 on Mar 4, 2010 10:46 PM CST up reply actions  

Pizza with Peppers?

''I'm really not a Facebook or Twitter guy. I'm a prime rib and baked potato guy.'' - Sweet Lou

by propheteer on Mar 4, 2010 10:42 PM CST up reply actions  

I see your strategy...

expect the worst, hope for the best

Walter Payton lives on!!!

by monsterman34 on Mar 4, 2010 10:42 PM CST up reply actions  

Gooooooooood!

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 10:44 PM CST up reply actions  

You don't want Rolle

He was brutal against the Packers last year. Said he never wanted to face Rodgers again.

by apett8 on Mar 4, 2010 10:43 PM CST reply actions  

We would have to wait an entire week though

''I'm really not a Facebook or Twitter guy. I'm a prime rib and baked potato guy.'' - Sweet Lou

by propheteer on Mar 4, 2010 10:47 PM CST up reply actions  

St. Louis would match us

I agree, I’d still try to get him.

''I'm really not a Facebook or Twitter guy. I'm a prime rib and baked potato guy.'' - Sweet Lou

by propheteer on Mar 4, 2010 10:48 PM CST up reply actions  

bet

We end up with an ogun re-signing and some shitty free safety like phillips from tampa and bears brass says those are the guys they wanted all along because they fit into the philosophy of bears football (which is apparently “sucking” now).

by lopey986 on Mar 4, 2010 10:43 PM CST via mobile reply actions  

oh dont mind me

i’m just mad because my window for optimism closes in 13 minutes.

by No It All on Mar 4, 2010 10:47 PM CST up reply actions  

+1

Leave it to No It All to colorfully express my feelings. Thank you, sir :)

in•san•i•ty \in-ˈsa-nə-tē\ noun
1 : The act of doing the same thing over and over again while expecting different results.

by T-Train on Mar 4, 2010 10:51 PM CST up reply actions  

the season

Hardly hinges on a 30 year old defensive end who has been getting worse and has a shitty attitude. Defensive ends drop off big time after age 30 (with a couple exceptions). I just find it funny the bears probably leaked the story of the 25 mil spending spree as well as linking themselves to guys like rolle and peppers when they’ve known all along they can’t get them because guys want to play for a winner and the bears are not winners and haven’t been for 3 years.

by lopey986 on Mar 4, 2010 10:50 PM CST via mobile up reply actions  

Because you will it to be so?

Cool! It will happen!

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 10:45 PM CST up reply actions  

Like I said earlier,

Where the hell is Cutler 2 Bears when you need him. Dude is a prophet…we will just have him change his name to everyone we want.

Walter Payton lives on!!!

by monsterman34 on Mar 4, 2010 10:50 PM CST up reply actions  

mortreport
Seahawks make sense for Kampman because GM comes from Packers. Peppers? Paul Allen is wealthiest NFL owner, so if he wants…

by Bear_Down on Mar 4, 2010 10:49 PM CST reply actions  

RT @LanceZierlein: Is it going to be playing for Rod Marinelli vs. huge Redskins paycheck for Peppers? Bears might be desperate enough to engage in a battle

by Patriotbball5460 on Mar 4, 2010 10:49 PM CST reply actions  

Real optimism brewing at Halas Hall right now. Free agency opens in 10 minutes and #Bears believe they will land Julius Peppers.

by Bear_Down on Mar 4, 2010 10:50 PM CST reply actions  

whos

that?

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 10:50 PM CST up reply actions  

Source, por favor.

Thanks!

I'm a firm believer in the philosophy of a ruling class. Especially since I rule. -Randal Graves

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by Kev H on Mar 4, 2010 10:50 PM CST up reply actions  

tampering charges coming?

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 10:52 PM CST up reply actions  

Heh

nice….

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 10:54 PM CST up reply actions  

Really Long Thread Is Really Long!

Adoptive Parent of Earl Bennett since 2010
"You can do it Buddy, Get off that Bench!"

by Eaten by Bears on Mar 4, 2010 10:50 PM CST via mobile reply actions  

There will be a new one soon. :]

"A lot of fans were drawn to me because they knew that whatever the score was, I was going to run as hard as I could on every play. You don't have that now, you have guys waiting for next week or even next year." - Walter Payton

by HoneyBear on Mar 4, 2010 10:53 PM CST up reply actions  

I fear nothing!

The Bears have thus far managed to provide their fanbase with nothing but optimism and… oh who am I kidding…. this FA signing period will smell of unchanged diapers….

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 10:54 PM CST up reply actions  

That sounded optimistic to me....

No really…

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1 : The act of doing the same thing over and over again while expecting different results.

by T-Train on Mar 4, 2010 10:54 PM CST up reply actions  

If they one up Snydor again..

i will laugh my ars off and be very very happy.

Walter Payton lives on!!!

by monsterman34 on Mar 4, 2010 10:52 PM CST reply actions  

+1000000

would be absolutely hilarious :D

in•san•i•ty \in-ˈsa-nə-tē\ noun
1 : The act of doing the same thing over and over again while expecting different results.

by T-Train on Mar 4, 2010 10:53 PM CST up reply actions  

Schefter said on SC

that Bears not out of rolle battle and want to lock him up ASAP but rolle wants to look around probably drive up the price….

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 10:54 PM CST up reply actions  

as i said once before

Rolle doesn’t have to wait til midnight since he was cut. The minute he was cut he was free to start taking offers.

by lopey986 on Mar 4, 2010 10:55 PM CST via mobile up reply actions  

Luckily

the offer was for less than the 8 mil he wanted. So they may not have him yet

by tommite622 on Mar 4, 2010 10:53 PM CST up reply actions  

Rolle isn't worth 8 mil,

ed reed & palumala don’t make that kind of coin

by Mike Mueller on Mar 4, 2010 10:58 PM CST via mobile up reply actions  

4 Min!!!!!!

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1 : The act of doing the same thing over and over again while expecting different results.

by T-Train on Mar 4, 2010 10:56 PM CST up reply actions  

1 min!

"A lot of fans were drawn to me because they knew that whatever the score was, I was going to run as hard as I could on every play. You don't have that now, you have guys waiting for next week or even next year." - Walter Payton

by HoneyBear on Mar 4, 2010 10:59 PM CST up reply actions  

Be great

if nothing happened till the next day…..we would have all been on here for nothing…..lol well for eachothers company I guess…..I love you guys….ya im drunk so what….

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 10:57 PM CST up reply actions  

Awwww....

We love you, too, Cloudy :) ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥

in•san•i•ty \in-ˈsa-nə-tē\ noun
1 : The act of doing the same thing over and over again while expecting different results.

by T-Train on Mar 4, 2010 10:59 PM CST up reply actions  

lol....man i feel like a Kid on Christmas eve

Kobe....I dont play D i just want to score alot

by EmmCeee on Mar 4, 2010 10:57 PM CST reply actions  

Just hope we don't

wake up to find coal in our stockings……

by David in Maine on Mar 4, 2010 10:58 PM CST up reply actions  

+1

in•san•i•ty \in-ˈsa-nə-tē\ noun
1 : The act of doing the same thing over and over again while expecting different results.

by T-Train on Mar 4, 2010 10:59 PM CST up reply actions  

lmao!!

Walter Payton lives on!!!

by monsterman34 on Mar 4, 2010 10:59 PM CST up reply actions  

Nope

same guy….your hero and mine….Lovie Smith….

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 11:00 PM CST up reply actions  

a new one?

we had one in the first place?

by Bear Lovin 21 on Mar 4, 2010 11:06 PM CST up reply actions  

What if its

not for like 2 days later? lol……

"In an infinite universe where reality is interpreted through our continuously fluctuating perception, providing absolute definitive proof of anything becomes a little more than speculation based on random data....."

- Jerry Angelo on how he prepares for the NFL draft

by CloudyFuture on Mar 4, 2010 10:59 PM CST up reply actions  

your two statement

are at horrible odds with one another. worse odds than us going to the big game this season.

by emdub on Mar 4, 2010 10:59 PM CST up reply actions  

lol it's always a possiblity that we will all be disappointed by a bears signing

i hope not…..Im calling on the football gods to bless us with a cpl of super signings!

Kobe....I dont play D i just want to score alot

by EmmCeee on Mar 4, 2010 11:00 PM CST up reply actions  

Ladies and Gentlemen: Welcome to free agency!

If you can't laugh at yourself you must not be very funny.

by Just Dave on Mar 4, 2010 11:00 PM CST reply actions  

RT @ZachZaidman: Wondering what kind of a factor Rod Marinelli might play in Julius Peppers’ mind…..after the money of course

by Patriotbball5460 on Mar 4, 2010 11:00 PM CST reply actions  

Stupid question

On Twitter, does it just refresh in realtime?

''I'm really not a Facebook or Twitter guy. I'm a prime rib and baked potato guy.'' - Sweet Lou

by propheteer on Mar 4, 2010 11:01 PM CST reply actions  

I just got an update finally

Thanks.

''I'm really not a Facebook or Twitter guy. I'm a prime rib and baked potato guy.'' - Sweet Lou

by propheteer on Mar 4, 2010 11:02 PM CST up reply actions  

Well that was fast

Peppers to the Toronto Argonauts for some poutine and a case of Molson.

by emdub on Mar 4, 2010 11:01 PM CST reply actions  

RT @BradBiggs: With Antrel Rolle set to visit the Giants, #Bears surely ramping up efforts to land Julius Peppers right now.

by Patriotbball5460 on Mar 4, 2010 11:01 PM CST reply actions  

aaaaaah man im nervous!!

LETS GO BEARS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Kobe....I dont play D i just want to score alot

by EmmCeee on Mar 4, 2010 11:01 PM CST reply actions  

NEW THREAD!

LET’S HEAD ON OVER PEOPLE!
Break it up, break it up, nothing more to see here…

"A lot of fans were drawn to me because they knew that whatever the score was, I was going to run as hard as I could on every play. You don't have that now, you have guys waiting for next week or even next year." - Walter Payton

by HoneyBear on Mar 4, 2010 11:02 PM CST reply actions  

I'm the bouncer!

"A lot of fans were drawn to me because they knew that whatever the score was, I was going to run as hard as I could on every play. You don't have that now, you have guys waiting for next week or even next year." - Walter Payton

by HoneyBear on Mar 4, 2010 11:03 PM CST up reply actions  

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