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Chicago Bears sign Stephen Paea & Chris Conte: Overflow open thread

PASADENA CA - NOVEMBER 06:  Derrick Coleman #33 of the UCLA Bruins runs away from Stephen Paea #54 of the Oregon State Beavers during the second quarter at the Rose Bowl on November 6 2010 in Pasadena California.  (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

According to chicagobears.com, the Bears #2 draft pick Stephen Paea signed.  Also signing is 3rd rounder Chris Conte.  The defensive tackle and safety seem to be contributors early on for the Bears.  The only draft pick left to sign is top pick Gabe Carimi

Let this be the Friday Free Agent Frenzy Overflow thread!!!  And yes it's rated WCG-MA...  More updates after the jump.

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Wide receiver Sam Hurd, a former Cowboy, was signed to bolster the special teams...

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When I woke up this morning

I was hoping for some mind blowing news…

I got Roy Williams and Sam Hurd

Hoping for the best…but can’t say I’m excited thus far.

X: Truth
L1: Intuition (6)

by Cole Phelps on Jul 29, 2011 11:01 AM CDT reply actions  

what were you hoping to hear?

If you go in the bathroom, turn off the lights, and say "Da Coach" 5 times while facing the mirror... Ditka will appear and slap the wussy right out of you.

by Lester A. Wiltfong Jr. on Jul 29, 2011 11:02 AM CDT up reply actions  

I wanted nothing less than Larry Fitzgerald traded to us

for a 4th round pick

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 11:05 AM CDT up reply actions  

I figured the Roy thing was going to happen...

no question due to relationship to Martz and Drake (which may well turn out to be a good thing)…but no MSW? I get that some would say he would not fit into our system…but is that a Martz decision?

With all these player decisions hoping to appease Martz (Todd Collins, Manatee, Olsen trade)…it makes me wonder…is JA being blackmailed…I mean does Martz have naked pictures of him or something (I’m kidding, maybe)

X: Truth
L1: Intuition (6)

by Cole Phelps on Jul 29, 2011 11:09 AM CDT up reply actions  

MSW is the mind blowing news you hoped for?

Talk about low expectations!

If you go in the bathroom, turn off the lights, and say "Da Coach" 5 times while facing the mirror... Ditka will appear and slap the wussy right out of you.

by Lester A. Wiltfong Jr. on Jul 29, 2011 11:23 AM CDT up reply actions  

Bears trade single 7th round pick

for Peyton Manning, Larry Fitzgerald and the entire New England O-Line!

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by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 11:35 AM CDT up reply actions  

My expectations

are damn near basement level so far.

X: Truth
L1: Intuition (6)

by Cole Phelps on Jul 29, 2011 11:38 AM CDT up reply actions  

Interesting tweet
HennOrJenn26 Tim Jennings
Nick Roach is here!!!!

tweet

Does this mean roach got signed and is at camp and we haven’t heard ?

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 11:04 AM CDT reply actions  

yeah, my boss is gonna kill me

but at least I’ll know who the Bears are signing

by NorthSideBearsFan on Jul 29, 2011 11:16 AM CDT up reply actions   1 recs

Me either

Any of you guys want to buy a Subaru?

"We can do it any way you want to. We can go right out back and get it on or you can shape your ass up," Da Coach

by droppopotamus on Jul 29, 2011 12:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

I could go

for a 2.5RS, but my credit is awful and I’m broke. If you leave one in an alley for me somewhere with the keys and a valid title in it, I’ll make sure you get a glowing letter of praise that you can show your boss.

by Virto on Jul 29, 2011 12:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

Well there is only 1 more rookie left

Other news as posted from SMD Harvey Dahl appears to be headed to St. Louis.

Also Nnamdi might go to Dallas as apparantly he has changed his idea, so ESPN needs to shut up with all this talk on Nnamdi to the Jets as the Jets don’t have the money, period.

No news on MSW

Can not talk to players who got waived until 6 PM tonight, there are a ton of O-Lineman in particular Guards/Centers who got cut.

Roy Williams to the Bears is a done deal at this point.

Bears sign Sam Hurd to fill in a hole on Special Teams

Hopefully we will see the Bears make a play on a good O-Lineman today as today begins Bears Training Camp

Speaking of which Matt Forte wants a new contract….NOW. Hopefully he doesn’t hold out like the rest of the RBs around the league.

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 11:08 AM CDT reply actions  

I don't know if this is right
Can not talk to players who got waived until 6 PM tonight

i swore i saw multiple tweets saying the NFL said veterans with 4 years didn’t have to clear waivers…

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 11:11 AM CDT up reply actions  

Adam Shefter was saying we can't have anything official with Roy Williams until tonight

But IDK at this point

Lets just get a good O-Lineman or two for Cutler shall we?

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 11:13 AM CDT up reply actions  

here

Andrew Brandt
@adbrandt Andrew Brandt
Players w/4 or more yrs are terminated (their contracts, not them), not waived. Only go thru waivers after trade deadline in October.

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 11:13 AM CDT up reply actions  

Oh okay thanks

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 11:14 AM CDT up reply actions  

Evidently the CBA has changed the way first rounders negotiate

Owners are trying to pressure players into signing quick contracts and deals.

Trib Article Here

by 815Sox on Jul 29, 2011 11:10 AM CDT reply actions  

i dont like

anyone who holds out. I thought this guy MF was a genuinely a good guy with team first approach. but by holding out his fucking respect goes down immensely. I hope this is not true, but if it is what a punk.

by Man G on Jul 29, 2011 11:11 AM CDT reply actions  

How dare he try to get paid

The NFL owners are always very good at playing the victim here. While players can be jerks sometimes about contracts, the owners are making the real money. I do not really shed tears for them having to pay good players extra, more power to a person who realizes his advantage and uses it.

Keep in mind, many of these guys are not just feeding there family, but also there aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents etc

by 815Sox on Jul 29, 2011 11:14 AM CDT up reply actions  

Lets not

get into the “poor millionaire” routine – for Forte, he deserves a new contract, definitely, based on his production and importance to the team. If holding out for a few days is how he wants to make his point, I’m okay with that.

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 11:16 AM CDT up reply actions  

Ya he's only making 500,000

this isn’t like a veteran with a 50 million dollar contract holding out cause he wants more, this is a guy who has way outpreformed his rookie contract and wants a new one…I just wish he’d waited till after free agency

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 11:17 AM CDT up reply actions  

he is due for a new contract...

next year. He doesn’t have to hold out to make a point, the Bears already know they have to
a) give him a new contract or
b) let him hit FA at the end of the season.

I have no respect for any holdout, ever.

"just as Gary Fencik will go down as the last person to catch a Joe Namath pass, Wootton will be remembered in NFL history as the last player to sack Brett Favre." - John "Moon" Mullin

by Brendan Hess on Jul 29, 2011 11:31 AM CDT up reply actions  

I don't either

but our offense will be trash without him, so I just want the Bears to pay the man

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 11:34 AM CDT up reply actions  

its a team game first.

By not showing up not only he is disrespecting his coaches, but also his teammate. I understand he needs to get paid, but fucking holding out during training camp is lowest in my book. You know what type of players hold out? It should be pretty obvious. There are other ways to restructure your contract like a lot of team players/leaders have done in the past.

by Man G on Jul 29, 2011 11:17 AM CDT up reply actions  

This is his job

Not many RBs are going to be excited about playing for Martz, especially younger ones like Forte who are trying to establish themselves.

Contrary to popular belief, players do not give a crap that they might play for the “almighty Chicago Bears”, in fact if anything the McCaskey’s have a reputation as being stingy and our ownership as being inept. I know, I know, “THIS IS FOOTBALL” blah blah blah. This is a job for these guys, not high school or college ball.

You don’t think that Forte see’s what this organization is doing to people like Kreutz and other vets right now? It makes sense he is not beside himself to play for this team right now.

by 815Sox on Jul 29, 2011 11:19 AM CDT up reply actions  

he is getting paid a lot of money...

He signed his contract. I dont get paid or a raise if i dont show up to my job. Hoding out will lose him money in the long run. It is his job to play. Period. No play no pay.

by Ryan21 on Jul 29, 2011 11:32 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions  

It's a good thought

But it’s not a contract that works both ways, He can be cut/released any time with no pay…

Find out what the other team wants to do. Then take it away from them.
-George Halas

by NormalFan on Jul 29, 2011 11:46 AM CDT up reply actions  

i usually agree with that side of it...

But this is a situation unlike any other season. Rather than be a distraction when we are trying to improve our team, he just give them to work this out. If he doesnt have a new contract by season’s open, then hold out. But not now. Not when we are hopefully trying to make moves.

by Ryan21 on Jul 29, 2011 11:58 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions  

Screw your job

You don’t run the risk of dying at 50 or a concussion and memory loss on a given day. I hate when fans compare what they do to professional athletes. If you get an hour lunch break, don’t get pissed when some guy who only gets a 30 min break wants to bitch about it.

Hey Rose. I don't see the appeal!

by Dils on Jul 29, 2011 2:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

If you're a running back sitting on a 2nd round contract

That you outperformed and playing a position where your shelf life is 3 years, you damn well better holdout. Emmit Smith held out 2 games into the season and his team went 0-2 in that span. Needless to say he got his money and from all accounts he was a well respected guy who’s in the HOF. it’s a business and Forte is doing what he gotta do.

Hey Rose. I don't see the appeal!

by Dils on Jul 29, 2011 2:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

Concurred.

They need to pay the man, they’ve said he needs to be resigned.

This is him keeping them true to their word.—-

Five foot three seems to thrive on his misery...

by awfullyquiet on Jul 29, 2011 2:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

I don't think he's a punk for threatening to hold out

But I don’t think it’s the best way to go about it. Everyone and their mother knows that Forte deserves to get paid, and I don’t think even Jerry is too dumb to realize this. Forte should know that he will get taken care of – he just needs to be patient.

by NorthSideBearsFan on Jul 29, 2011 11:21 AM CDT up reply actions  

Agreed

He needs to get paid and he will IMO…

Bear Down!!!

by BearBratt on Jul 29, 2011 11:23 AM CDT up reply actions  

I wouldn't be so sure of that

I hope the Bears pay him, but this team hasn’t inspired confidence so far

by 815Sox on Jul 29, 2011 11:25 AM CDT up reply actions  

Well the situation is a little different this year

He wasn’t able to negotiate in the offseason and he is not going to take any chances right now. RBs have a very short time in this league and they need to make money right now.

Like I said, this team is jacking around their long time vets right now, which is exactly why Forte doesn’t know if he will get taken care of.

The Bears refuse to learn that they reap what they sow. Angelo and Co pulls this crap all the time and the McCaskey family lets them do it.

I am not saying I feel sorry for this players, they make tons of money. But I refuse to demonize them and side with owners who make even more then they do.

by 815Sox on Jul 29, 2011 11:24 AM CDT up reply actions  

For Forte I think this is a question of security

In a normal offseason he would most likely already have a new deal. Now he doesn’t and he’s looking at the final season of a contract that pays him 500k. Not exactly enough money to be set for life should he suffer a career ending injury in game 1 of the season.

If I was him, I would make it clear that I want a new deal before I risk my body on the field. He’s outperformed his rookie contract by a lot and deserves a solid signing bonus and 3-4 year deal. I think the Bears understand this.

by Hawkeyes on Jul 29, 2011 11:31 AM CDT up reply actions  

if he holds out...

We have Chester. If Forte can’t wait a week until we are done sign our draft picks, ufa. And get our roster filled, let him lose his 30 GRAND a day for 30 days and deal with it next season. He is under contract and most likely going to get a new contract before the season starts.

by Ryan21 on Jul 29, 2011 11:25 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions  

*their

I hate it when I do that

by 815Sox on Jul 29, 2011 11:29 AM CDT up reply actions  

Ditto.

I hate it when you do that too.

Weekend contributor at Windy City Gridiron

by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 11:36 AM CDT up reply actions  

Usually agree, but this may be unique

Forte is only getting $555K. Taylor got waaaay more last year and Forte said nothing. In fact, G. Wolfe was paid more than Forte last year.

RBs have a limited career length in the NFL, especially with the numbers Forte provides. Chicago has no real backup options at this point – they should pay him. He significantly outperformed his rookie salary, an injury in 2011 would end his career. He has been patient, but playing on his current salary is a high risk/low reward prospect.

This is the right time, while there is still money under the cap.

Go get ’em FORTE!

Find out what the other team wants to do. Then take it away from them.
-George Halas

by NormalFan on Jul 29, 2011 11:22 AM CDT up reply actions  

We should definitely pay the guy. He has clearly out-performed his rookie deal.

"No I'm not going to 'limber up'. You ever see a lion stretching before it takes down a gazelle?"

by Swarley on Jul 29, 2011 11:24 AM CDT up reply actions  

He absolutely deserves a new or restructured contract

the part that burns me is that he came out and said he’d never hold out, that it does more harm than good, and then he starts talking about holding out.

I see the Bears making him an excellent offer, because they really do love him, but stick with being professional and you’ll probably be happier in the long run.

by Virto on Jul 29, 2011 11:30 AM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah but...

The Bears also came out and said they’d take care of Forte…

One broken promise deserves another.

Find out what the other team wants to do. Then take it away from them.
-George Halas

by NormalFan on Jul 29, 2011 11:55 AM CDT up reply actions   1 recs

Don’t we all do the same?

by transylvanian bear on Jul 29, 2011 11:56 AM CDT up reply actions  

YEAH!

How dare he want a raise!

If you go in the bathroom, turn off the lights, and say "Da Coach" 5 times while facing the mirror... Ditka will appear and slap the wussy right out of you.

by Lester A. Wiltfong Jr. on Jul 29, 2011 11:24 AM CDT up reply actions  

If this is the case:
And yes it’s rated WCG-MA

I feel that this could be an obstacle for much of commentariat (myself included!)

"No I'm not going to 'limber up'. You ever see a lion stretching before it takes down a gazelle?"

by Swarley on Jul 29, 2011 11:23 AM CDT reply actions  

Several SBN sites are rated MA.

I came here after being at the Hawkeye site and was scared to comment for a while for fear of seeing the ban hammer. Over there, its no holds barred and awesome! (It’s awesome here, too)

"No I'm not going to 'limber up'. You ever see a lion stretching before it takes down a gazelle?"

by Swarley on Jul 29, 2011 11:34 AM CDT up reply actions  

But we aren't those sites.

We give you opportunities to let it all out, but generally, we try to be a bit more of a respectful family-friendly site – you never know who’s reading the place, and random Fucks (open thread, remember) dropped every five seconds may not be conducive to gaining readership.

Plus, it generally reserves those words for situations that deserve it, like when Jay gets dropped into the turf yet afuckingain.

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by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 11:43 AM CDT up reply actions  

I know. It's totally cool.

Didn’t mean to sound like I was bitching about it.

"No I'm not going to 'limber up'. You ever see a lion stretching before it takes down a gazelle?"

by Swarley on Jul 29, 2011 11:45 AM CDT up reply actions  

No problem at all.

Hopefully the Bears give us very few opportunities for that this season. Unless of course it’s a “FUCK YEAH.”

Weekend contributor at Windy City Gridiron

by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 11:47 AM CDT up reply actions  

F that

I drink wine all the time…breakfast lunch and dinner, brush ma teeth with it, cook with it, clean with the cheap bottles

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 11:48 AM CDT up reply actions  

I have no problem believing that

. "Most football teams are temperamental. That's 90% temper and 10% mental."
--Doug Plank

by ed_brown on Jul 29, 2011 12:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

I actually don't drink anymore lol

my family has a long line of drinking problems, so told my wife that once we got engaged I’d stop and I did. Saves me money lol

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 12:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

you know I stuck my neck out to believe you and....

:o)

. "Most football teams are temperamental. That's 90% temper and 10% mental."
--Doug Plank

by ed_brown on Jul 29, 2011 12:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

lol

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 12:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

What about Derrick Harvey

1st rounder that flopped in Jax? Pick him up as our low depth chart DE instead of a UDFA?

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 11:27 AM CDT reply actions  

ESPN about to speak on Forte's possible hold out

Cross our fingures….

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 11:30 AM CDT reply actions  

Not surprising

Considering espn only comments on negative aspects of the Bears.

"Our ideas held no water but we used them like a dam" - Modest Mouse

by propheteer on Jul 29, 2011 11:42 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions  

Falcons focused on resigning Blaylock ....

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 11:32 AM CDT reply actions  

Going to the Rams .....

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 11:33 AM CDT up reply actions  

Check this out ....

…. Dahl to join Rams Look toward bottom of page

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 11:51 AM CDT up reply actions  

So far it's just been a rumor

I think the Bears can attract him here if they make a decent push.

"Victorious warriors win first and then go to war, while defeated warriors go to war first and then seek to win."

by GriggsBriggs on Jul 29, 2011 12:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

Question is have we even kicked the Dahl tires ??

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 12:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

I don't have a damn clue about what going on in the Jerry HQ right now

But if they continue to screw around like this and lose focus on priorities, I’m making a trip to Halas Hall pretty soon.

"Victorious warriors win first and then go to war, while defeated warriors go to war first and then seek to win."

by GriggsBriggs on Jul 29, 2011 12:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

Not really

he’s just saying what we all said all along…Martz hates using TE and wanted him to block. Ill miss him but he wasn’t going to be used like he should in this offense

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 11:36 AM CDT up reply actions  

Olsen never played to his potential , even when he got a QB . So for him ...

… to come after us and say we never let him play to his full potential is bullshit . He’s an underachiever and will stay an underachiever until he stops blaming others for his shortcomings .

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 11:47 AM CDT up reply actions  

I agree that he's an underachiever

but he wasn’t in the best situation to succeed here either, Turner and Martz as O-Coordinators, one didn’t know how to use him and the other refused to use him right.

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 11:49 AM CDT up reply actions  

And now he's in Carolina fighting Jeremy Shockey for the #1 spot.

Over/under on the number of 2 TE receiving sets run over there?

Weekend contributor at Windy City Gridiron

by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 11:50 AM CDT up reply actions  

Turner used him the right way and he still underachieved

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 11:52 AM CDT up reply actions  

Behind Clark for 2 years?

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 11:52 AM CDT up reply actions  

He beat Clark out in Turners final year .

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 11:53 AM CDT up reply actions  

ya, it helped that

Clark got hurt in the season opener and miss the first 5 weeks or so, and then he came back

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 11:59 AM CDT up reply actions  

So your saying he'd be good at Connect Four ?

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 11:54 AM CDT up reply actions  

Ouch... Analogy fail.

Gimme a moment here, lunch break is close and it’s distracting me.

Weekend contributor at Windy City Gridiron

by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 11:55 AM CDT up reply actions  

Gotcha ...

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 11:56 AM CDT up reply actions  

You know what I hate?

When somebody pops popcorn in the break room microwave. I have to smell it, but there’s never enough for them to share with me.

Almost as tortuous as waiting for JA to SIGN A FUCKIN FREE AGENT!

Find out what the other team wants to do. Then take it away from them.
-George Halas

by NormalFan on Jul 29, 2011 11:57 AM CDT up reply actions  

now this is lol worthy

Superman wears an Urlacher Jersey under his costume

by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 11:58 AM CDT up reply actions  

Hmm...

Turner is to running an offense as…

Brian Kelly is to student safety Nah, too much potential to violate PC-ness…
Trent Dilfer is to good analysis Nah, too overdone.
The McCaskeys are to cheap Okay, even that one confuses me.
Steven is to writing Patently wrong…
Trent Dilfer is to good quarterbacking Too overdone, though very true…

Dammit folks, I’m stuck. Any ideas?

Weekend contributor at Windy City Gridiron

by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 12:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

Turner is to offense as

Mike Brown is to running the Bengals…2 good season in 18 years

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 12:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

Better , now thats more like it !!

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 12:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

everything I have is shockingly wrong

I don’t know if the thread is open enough for that

Superman wears an Urlacher Jersey under his costume

by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 12:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

Open and waiting ...

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 12:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

as good as donte stallworth is at driving a car?

Superman wears an Urlacher Jersey under his costume

by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 12:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

Nice .....

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 12:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

yeah

it’s been a long frustrating day…

Superman wears an Urlacher Jersey under his costume

by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 12:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

Not to get political, but it works

Turner is to running an offense as…

Congress is to making a balanced budget

Find out what the other team wants to do. Then take it away from them.
-George Halas

by NormalFan on Jul 29, 2011 12:21 PM CDT up reply actions   2 recs

rec

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 12:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

Also we did go to a Super Bowl with Turner ...

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 11:55 AM CDT up reply actions  

Olsen is way overrated.......

uuuuuummmmmm, o.k.

" i'm sure you've been right on something at some point."
-by Larry on May 28, 2009 4:55 PM PST

by Hoytsstash on Jul 29, 2011 5:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

He was underutilized by the Bears

He has a reputation around the league as being one of the more talented TE’s in the NFL.

by JimmyMack on Jul 29, 2011 6:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

8 TDs in 2009 in underachieving?

what did you expect? 20 TDs?

Turco was good, but Crawford has a force field...

by Coz_Bulls_Fan on Jul 29, 2011 1:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

Was he so much under-performing that we trade him for a draft pick

and essentially a receiver who lead the league in dropped passes and under-performance?

" i'm sure you've been right on something at some point."
-by Larry on May 28, 2009 4:55 PM PST

by Hoytsstash on Jul 29, 2011 5:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

Brandon UMadawaleuna

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 11:38 AM CDT up reply actions  

I'll do it

for 40k a season. I’m 425 and if I don’t pancake block everyone, they’ll have a hell of a time crawling over me.

by Virto on Jul 29, 2011 11:38 AM CDT up reply actions  

J Gilbert could jump over you

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 11:39 AM CDT up reply actions  

No way

jumping out of a pool is all well and good, but I’m also really wide. Since I figure I’d be on my face or back most of the time, they’d have to get a running start.

I’d be chop blocking a lot. lol

by Virto on Jul 29, 2011 11:42 AM CDT up reply actions  

40k

…and turkey dinners hidden in random oil drums and crates assorted throughout the city.

X: Truth
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by Cole Phelps on Jul 29, 2011 11:55 AM CDT up reply actions  

Only if

Cody and Guy don’t beat me to them.

by Virto on Jul 29, 2011 11:58 AM CDT up reply actions   1 recs

Just posted it above ^^^^

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by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 11:39 AM CDT up reply actions  

I don't get it.

We’re going to get someone for our o-line, but we had so much money to spend, why settle for a minor upgrade? We could have made the o-line a strength. Instead it’s going to be marginally better and our receivers will be marginally better. Meanwhile our D is only getting older…

by Uncle Stanley McGoober on Jul 29, 2011 11:46 AM CDT reply actions  

49ers released their kicker
JasonLaCanfora Jason La Canfora
49ers announce they have released/failed physical K Joe Nedney and C Eric Heitmann.

How the hell does a KICKER fail a physical

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 11:50 AM CDT reply actions  

Heh

I wasn’t aware a kicker’s conditioning was a problem.

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by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 11:52 AM CDT up reply actions  

Had his leg amputated ...

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Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 11:53 AM CDT up reply actions  

Maybe he injured himself

…by celebrating a successful practice kick

like Bill Gramatica

http://www.nfl.com/videos/arizona-cardinals/09000d5d81f24bf3

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by Cole Phelps on Jul 29, 2011 11:59 AM CDT up reply actions  

Nope . His career is in flux due to a neck injury .

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 12:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

Didn't kno that....

Since they are likely gonna take Kruetz. Their offer is too good to match.

Just win dammit!

by Suffering from Chicago Sports on Jul 29, 2011 12:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

All the Chicago land reporters are saying otherwise ....

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 12:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

All twitter stuff , but ...

… when asked his confidence level Jensen said …..

As confident in the fact that this is my final Twe…
…..and that was his last tweet .

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 12:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

Evidently he's not very confident:
skjensen Sean Jensen
On the fence… RT @jimmyray78 What’s your gut feeling on Kruetz? Staying or going?

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by David Taylor on Jul 29, 2011 12:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

Vince Manuwai is now free ...

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 11:57 AM CDT reply actions  

probably

not great considering he’s “now free”

by Chicago Faithful on Jul 29, 2011 11:59 AM CDT up reply actions  

Hes a Tice special . Jags cut him because he came into camp out of shape .

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 12:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

Blaylock or Waters . Though Waters is a bit older ( 34 ) ...

… his play is still at a pro bowl level . Also Gaither doesn’t seem like a bad option .

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by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 12:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

I think Carimi is our LT

And Webb will stay put at RT

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by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 12:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

It comes down to Carimi's experience as a college LT

vs. Webb’s real (though short) NFL experience that could potentiallly transfer to LT. Either way, there will be some growing pains on Jay’s blind side.

by NorthSideBearsFan on Jul 29, 2011 12:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

Blalock is younger and has more upside than a guy who is nearing the end.

Gaither played well at LT before he hurt his back so who know how he’ll pan out but he’s worth a shot

by frenchbears113 on Jul 29, 2011 12:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

Same was said of Ruben Brown & he did pretty damn good for us ...

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Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 12:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

Ya

I’m for a vet with talent still, but only as a last resort, I’d rather build a semi-youthful o-line

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 12:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

What about Evan Mathis?

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by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 12:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

I just prefer Blaylock & Waters ...

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Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 12:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

Blalock may resign with Falcons

Since we are on Waters he would be good but how about some of the other mammoth O-Lineman that got cut?

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by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 12:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

1 name I like

Jammal Brown, everyone else made me vomit

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 12:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

I thought Jammal Brown was terrible

And that Biggs shot down any rumors involving Brown

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by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 12:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

He was a Pro Bowler a few years ago,

but then got injured and replaced by Bushrod in NO

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 12:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

Had no t seen that as of yet ..

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by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 12:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

we could call up big John Tait

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 12:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'm not that high on Davis , but Andrews could be a good option .

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 12:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

Welcome to the Cuckoo's Nest Paea and Conte

An organization that was one play away from going to the SuperBowl, then traded away our leading receiver/tight end and signed jizz hands who has caught 13 touchdown passes in 3 years on turf. He led the league last year in dropped passes. But got a draft pick outta the deal though. Hopefully he’ll be better able to catch the ball in cold, windy, Chicago – conditions that seem better suited that catching the ball in a giant living room where conditions are perfect.
Nurse Ratched will be right along to get your physical underway.
Martini is the new punter, the one sitting on the phone book over there….

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by Hoytsstash on Jul 29, 2011 11:58 AM CDT reply actions  

Bollocks!

Above all; keep 'em guessing, never let them lose their sense of confusion.

by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 1:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

Falcons budget just got a little smaller
Jay_Glazer Jay Glazer
I’m reporting the Falcons have signed Vikings DE Ray Edwards to a 5 year deal.

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 12:16 PM CDT reply actions  

Dahls going to the rams

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by dabears85 on Jul 29, 2011 12:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

Same here

Nothing is official

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by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 12:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

You forgot on word in that sentence ...... YET .

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 12:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

True that

The Rams still apear to be interested in Brian Waters

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by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 12:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

True...

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 12:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

Maybe he's going to go behind the other GM's and offer more moneys

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 12:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

Now that would be awesome ...

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 12:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

Angelo is sneaky.....

Maybe he already has deals in place and is just waiting for 3PM to announce them. I don’t give him that much credit but I am hoping for good things

by frenchbears113 on Jul 29, 2011 12:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

OSOs tend to do that

Mine was a raging d-bag so I just stayed enlisted

E.F.K.

by DaBearBus on Jul 29, 2011 12:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

Man I know an OSO that would be a guy I'd recommend if you were going Navy

Someone I am talking to

Lt. Cmdr Mayo

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by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 12:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

seamen

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 12:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

-___-

I’ll qualify for Pettyofficer after 6 months in the service so hopefully the jokes won’t last that long lol

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by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 12:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

it's all good

although moving out of the E-1 E-4 ranks was a good moment for me

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 12:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

Could be worse...

I had a friend with the last name Taker. Going through boot camp was fun for him

E.F.K.

by DaBearBus on Jul 29, 2011 1:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hello...

Does this mean Blalock could be wide open?

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by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 12:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

Could be

I can’t imagine Edwards wanted less than Charles Johnson, considering he’s more experienced and better production over time than Johnson, and I don’t know how much room Falcons had after cuts.

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 12:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

Lets hope its enough to let Blalock go and maybe we can swing in and get Dahl too.

Definitely the ideal situation since we haven’t spent much. Or hey, why not give up that 1st rounder for Carl Nicks?

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by badsamaritan on Jul 29, 2011 12:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

Thats what I said

Nicks would be better and ready to go than any 1st rounder we’d draft, unless it was a top 10 pick

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 12:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

Doubt we'd have a top ten pick

Plus Jerry really doesn’t have the first round track record to justify not giving that up. Its basically like giving up a rookie awesome left guard next year for a proven veteran awesome left guard now.

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by badsamaritan on Jul 29, 2011 12:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

exactly

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 12:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

I like it !!

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 12:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

Monies
ProFootballTalk ProFootballTalk
Per league source, Ray Edwards’ contract is worth $30 million over five years, with $11 million guaranteed.

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- Lovie Smith

by CloudyFuture on Jul 29, 2011 12:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

I hear Tyson Claybo got a huge contract himself

They may not be able to offer a fair deal for Blalock at this point

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by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 12:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

Don't see

how Falcons can bring all their lineman back if they’re spending big on Edwards.

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 12:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

We shall see
ClaytonESPN John Clayton
By getting Tyson Clabo to take a $5 million a year contract, the Falcons were able to squeeze in a Ray Edwards deal at $6Mil. Huge move

Always remember the first rule of power tactics; power is not only what you have but what the enemy thinks you have.....

- Lovie Smith

by CloudyFuture on Jul 29, 2011 12:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

squeeze in makes it sound like they can't afford another big contract much less two

COME ON JERRY!!!

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 12:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'm a bit meh on it

But whatever, at least we have potentially “the best safety in the draft” waiting in the wings.

Violence is the last refuge of the incompetent - Salvor Hardin

by badsamaritan on Jul 29, 2011 12:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

You're gonna have to trust him

It’s his spot to lose. He did a decent job last year, for a rookie

by NorthSideBearsFan on Jul 29, 2011 12:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'm really excited about Wright

and wished he wouldn’t have gotten injured in the preseason, because he probably would have started out of the gate

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 12:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

Williams and MSW ??? What ???

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 12:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

O-Line?

We don’t need no stinking o-line. We just need to put 5-receiver sets out there every time and someone will have to get open because no one would dare blitz us.

In short, in life, as in a foot-ball game, the principle to follow is: Hit the line hard; don't foul and don't shirk, but hit the line hard!" Theodore Roosevelt

by LRT on Jul 29, 2011 12:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

FUCK AND YES!

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 12:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

FUCK YEAH!

Who needs blocking when you can have 6 or 7 #2 wideouts on your team!

by DitkaStache on Jul 29, 2011 12:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

sean jensen begs to differ

skjensen Sean Jensen
LOL. Are you serious? RT @FaKalman Hearing anything on team still going after Sims-Walker?

by jfish1219 on Jul 29, 2011 12:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

Latest tweet from jensen
skjensen Sean Jensen
I didn’t see the ESPN Chicago report about MSW. It’s been a hectic stretch. So I am not doubting two sides may have talked…

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by David Taylor on Jul 29, 2011 12:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

:) this makes me happy

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by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 12:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

FUCK YEAH!

"I see PRIDE, I see POWER, I see a BADASS MOTHA WHO WON'T TAKE NO CRAP OFF NOBODY!"

by T.Moore on Jul 29, 2011 12:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

So much

for management’s promise to our receiving corps that we won’t be bringing anyone in

In short, in life, as in a foot-ball game, the principle to follow is: Hit the line hard; don't foul and don't shirk, but hit the line hard!" Theodore Roosevelt

by LRT on Jul 29, 2011 12:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

So what's the latest?

I heard that Dahl is off the market (and became so enraged that I proceeded to punch a small kitten in the face) and about Hurd

Any word on whether we’re talking with Blalock?

by IndyBearsFan88 on Jul 29, 2011 12:26 PM CDT via mobile reply actions  

Hub on the Score

- Went over RWilliams “attitude problems” (romo issues and yelling matches with martz when with lions)

- Not a bad guy just arrogant and can be annoying to team mates

- Viewed as soft by team mates Not a go up and get it WR Afraid to take the hit and drops balls he should catch

- Will catch 50 or 60 passes net you 700 yards and get 6 or 7 TDs

- Bears got their fourth #3 or # 4 WR on the roster in RWilliams

- If Bears got a 3rd round pick from carolina in olsen trade then GREAT job by Angelo

- Team is committed to martz and his offense mad mike martz offense is back

- Hearing niners making STRONG run at Olin Kreutz since they lost their center

- Olin wants to be and retire a Bear and thinks Olin will stay in the end but wouldnt be surprised if he went to the niners (money closer to home)

- Takes shots at the fans for not wanting Olin Kreutz and talking up RWilliams (“apparently we have TONS of NFL scouts that chose to work in another profession”)

- ohare is banged up and doesnt think he would pass physical

- Bears have no plan if they lose Olin to the niners

- Thinks martz calling shots on all O personnel decisions

- Thinks cowboys are leader for nnamdi

Always remember the first rule of power tactics; power is not only what you have but what the enemy thinks you have.....

- Lovie Smith

by CloudyFuture on Jul 29, 2011 12:30 PM CDT reply actions  

Great, like I wasn't sour enough on Williams

Now he’s projected as a possible #3 or #4 WR? Will it really be worth all the trouble to get him just because he knows Martz scheme? And what are the details on the “yelling matches” with Martz in Detroit?

by NorthSideBearsFan on Jul 29, 2011 12:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

That is just hubs

thoughts on RWilliams on him……As for the shouting matches IIRC towards the end of martz run the offensive players were not happy with martz….Didnt say anything else about the shouting matches other than they had them…..

Always remember the first rule of power tactics; power is not only what you have but what the enemy thinks you have.....

- Lovie Smith

by CloudyFuture on Jul 29, 2011 12:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hubs

reputation takes a big hit when you consider that ever since he was done with the organization, he’s tried to poop in their cereal.

My swag Jehovah's Witness dude, it never takes a holiday.

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by Kev H on Jul 29, 2011 1:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

Fruit Poops?

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 1:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hey, that's not bad.

Crapple Jacks?

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 1:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

Banana Butt Crunch

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by Kev H on Jul 29, 2011 1:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

Honey Bunches of Floaters

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 1:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

Special K Chocolatey Delight

I win, because that’s an actual cereal. So this game is over now.

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by Kev H on Jul 29, 2011 1:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

No you don't.

Poo-Berry.

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 1:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

I just took a giant crap

The sound it made while flushing down the toilet was more important than anything Hub says.

In short, in life, as in a foot-ball game, the principle to follow is: Hit the line hard; don't foul and don't shirk, but hit the line hard!" Theodore Roosevelt

by LRT on Jul 29, 2011 12:45 PM CDT up reply actions   1 recs

Would I have to

be in the bathroom with you? If so, definitely Hub. Otherwise, tough call.

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 12:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

Nah

You can just listen to the podcast…

In short, in life, as in a foot-ball game, the principle to follow is: Hit the line hard; don't foul and don't shirk, but hit the line hard!" Theodore Roosevelt

by LRT on Jul 29, 2011 12:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

poopcast?

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 12:48 PM CDT up reply actions   2 recs

available

and surprisingly corn-free

In short, in life, as in a foot-ball game, the principle to follow is: Hit the line hard; don't foul and don't shirk, but hit the line hard!" Theodore Roosevelt

by LRT on Jul 29, 2011 12:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

that rumor

was probably flushed along with the dump

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 12:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

Roster Check

Because I’m to lazy stupid to count to 90.

How many do we currently have on our roster including the 2,600 UFAs we signed?

Find out what the other team wants to do. Then take it away from them.
-George Halas

by NormalFan on Jul 29, 2011 12:30 PM CDT reply actions  

Now they're linking Omobi Okoye with the Bears

S-T Blog: Could #Bears be a player for DT Omobi Okoye? Here are reasons they could in play for former top 10 pick http://bit.ly/nnDoMs

by frenchbears113 on Jul 29, 2011 12:31 PM CDT reply actions  

How much would it cost?

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by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 12:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

I brought this up last night

and nobody cared…i dont know if this will happen, but i wouldnt mind it

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 12:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

I agree

Gotta be worth investigating if it’ll cost a 4th or 5th (or less).

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 12:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

isnt it Amobi not Omobi?

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by dabears85 on Jul 29, 2011 12:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

if he becomes a Bear

we can worry about spelling…took long enough for Manu…and Ogun

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 12:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yes

Amobi Okoye, so far I’ve seen Omobi and Akoye.

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 12:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

I need sleep....

Skimmed the title of this post and swore it said ObiWan Kenobi….

by David in Maine on Jul 29, 2011 12:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

Now

he’d be a solid pickup!

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 12:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

More on the potential D-line front

Osi Umenyiora didn’t show up for Giant’s physical:

http://blogs.nfl.com/2011/07/29/giants-de-umenyiora-fails-to-show-for-physical/?module=HP11_headline_stack

Might be a good pick-up if we don’t overpay.

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by badsamaritan on Jul 29, 2011 12:32 PM CDT reply actions  

I was thinking the same thing

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 12:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

that would be perfect

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by dabears85 on Jul 29, 2011 12:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

Umenyiora and Peppers

Now that would be a nice tandem. C’mon we have to use all that salary cap room sometime!

by NorthSideBearsFan on Jul 29, 2011 12:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

Suh

eat your heart out

"I see PRIDE, I see POWER, I see a BADASS MOTHA WHO WON'T TAKE NO CRAP OFF NOBODY!"

by T.Moore on Jul 29, 2011 12:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah but he wants BIG money.....

I’m sorry but I’d rather dish out the cash for the oline

by frenchbears113 on Jul 29, 2011 12:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

Right

If Jerry’s gonna sit on his ass while all the good o-linemen get taken, at least he could use his D-lineman-finding skills to spend money on a bona fide pass-rushing end

by NorthSideBearsFan on Jul 29, 2011 12:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

Unless there's a recreational reason

One might not show up for their physical.

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by Kev H on Jul 29, 2011 1:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

Wheres the picture of

RWilliams pointing 1st down? …..

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- Lovie Smith

by CloudyFuture on Jul 29, 2011 12:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

ugh

and with the pink gloves to boot

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 12:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

so long as the Bears are winning

I could care less really…..Is annoying though…..

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- Lovie Smith

by CloudyFuture on Jul 29, 2011 12:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

LOL dammit

I was joking….Ah well….Guess we will see this tons this year or hope to see it tons……

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- Lovie Smith

by CloudyFuture on Jul 29, 2011 12:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

it doesnt matter

JA isnt going to sign him. it makes too much sense

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by dabears85 on Jul 29, 2011 12:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

man

Carson Palmer has to just be PISSED

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 12:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

i know

but all these other folks are getting released, but not him

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 1:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

There's alot of

washed out young d-ends available, wonder which one Angelo’s gonna hitch onto. Wouldn’t mind Odom

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 12:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

He'd be solid

in our rotation

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 12:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

Lions SECOND uh-oh moment

Alphonso Smith’s broken foot -not saying his great, but they need SOMEONE to play back there.

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 12:43 PM CDT reply actions  

Ah Denver's first rounder from the Cutler trade

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 12:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

I think

they asked Angelo who he’d take at the pick, and that’s how the ended up with Smith

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 12:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

Angelo doesn't draft shorts CB's high

he drafts them in low rounds and starts them…Mcbride

::shudder::

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 12:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

thanks

I had finally forgotten all about Trumaine

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 12:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

No they don't

D-Line! Pass-rush! It works – ask Angelo!

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by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 12:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

sincerely

hope that Nnamdi signs somewhere other than the Jets…thats all anyone we’ll hear about for the next season

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 12:43 PM CDT reply actions  

thats all theyre talking about now

@Sletizia7.... follow me. no really do it.

by dabears85 on Jul 29, 2011 12:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

Cowboys are his desired destination

I wouldn’t be surprised if the Jets are just using this as a smokescreen.

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by badsamaritan on Jul 29, 2011 12:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

That'll shut ESPN up

Or how about da Bears!? :D

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by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 12:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

I doubt it.

But hopefully we sign some good O-Lineman. I’m scratching my head though that the Falcons have upgraded and kept most of their team.

E.F.K.

by DaBearBus on Jul 29, 2011 12:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

Specifically their o-line

except for Dahl. Who seems to be headed to the Rams. Ugh

E.F.K.

by DaBearBus on Jul 29, 2011 12:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

Wait what about Blalock?

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by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 1:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

My bad.

Just got back from the doctors office and hungover. Brain = mush right now

E.F.K.

by DaBearBus on Jul 29, 2011 1:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

Your doctor prescribed alcohol?

Who is your doctor and where can I get that medical plan?

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by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 1:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

That was self-prescribed.

But given my doctor I wouldn’t be surprised if I went to Walgreens with his Rx and returned with a case of bourbon

E.F.K.

by DaBearBus on Jul 29, 2011 1:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

Eleven is better.

Yeah, I said it.

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by Kev H on Jul 29, 2011 1:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

here is something

skjensen Sean Jensen
On the fence… RT @jimmyray78 What’s your gut feeling on Kruetz? Staying or going?

by jfish1219 on Jul 29, 2011 12:57 PM CDT reply actions  

Oh boy....

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 12:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

UDFA

will start for us, we’ll be fine…

I’m gonna go make Jay’s hospital bed if we don’t get some o-line after today

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 1:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

He'll be 6feet under if we don't get him some blocking ...

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Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 1:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

If the UDFA starts as our center, and we don't see at least one significant OL signing

Then JA should be forced to watch the first half of last year’s Giants game on an endless loop with his eyelids taped open, Clockwork Orange style.

by DitkaStache on Jul 29, 2011 1:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

Nah...he should suit up

and get under center….see how getting killed feels…..

by David in Maine on Jul 29, 2011 1:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'm on the fence too if I want him to stay or go.

The only reason I’d keep Kreutz is for his leadership and to groom Linnenkohl. Olin’s play has seriously gone downhill over the past few years. There’s a reason he’s ranked 33rd best center. So one’s backup center is better than our starting center.

by boondock_saint812 on Jul 29, 2011 1:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

heres a little bit on

Amobi Okeye Link

just about his age and whatnot

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 1:01 PM CDT reply actions  

Sounds like a bust

But Jerry loves busts. He’ll probably be starting for us by next week

by NorthSideBearsFan on Jul 29, 2011 1:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

think that as long

as he doesn’t cost us the third rounder we just got, than it’s probably worth a look…maybe a 4th?

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 1:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

Bust? Eh...

He was drafted as a 19 year old. It’s hard to expect a 19 year old to be effective right away.

Among DTs from 2007-2010, Okoye’s 11 sacks ranks 16th overall. He’s done a decent job getting to the QB, just struggling with the run game.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 1:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

According to that article

About 3mil last year of his rookie contract. He’s only 24 too, but his production has lacked

E.F.K.

by DaBearBus on Jul 29, 2011 1:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

Where do you guys think we (WCG) rate

as far as free agency # of posts…is #1 far off?

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 1:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Definitely #1

in “Downtime to Free Agency Bump-Up.”

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by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 1:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

Johnathan Joseph a Texan

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 1:17 PM CDT reply actions  

old hat already i guess

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 1:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

watch out for the Bengals to make some bad big signings
ClaytonESPN John Clayton
With the release of A. Odom, trade of Chad O. and retirement of Carson Palmer, Bengals now have $49 M of cap room.

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 1:23 PM CDT reply actions  

AA BACK

skjensen Sean Jensen
BREAKING: DT Anthony Adams agrees to terms with the #Bears on a deal, according to a source. It’s believed to be for two years.

by jfish1219 on Jul 29, 2011 1:23 PM CDT reply actions  

There's some good news

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 1:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yay!!!

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 1:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

BANG.

There’s the ol’ NT returned!

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by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 1:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

Now go get O-Line help

you dumb bastards!

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 1:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

O-Line?

Is that similar to the O-face? Is it someone mispronouncing Ole?

What is this O-Line you refer to?!

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by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 1:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

You know

I wonder if Jerry’s thinking “those guys that block were pretty offensive (as in terrible) last year, I think we’re good.”

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 1:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

itss an open thread

You can swear all you want.

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 1:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

Nope.

Everybody except him.

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by Kev H on Jul 29, 2011 1:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

Lol

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 1:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

Somebody make a fan shot!

Can’t find anything on the web yet

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 1:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

The return of the PANDA!

"I see PRIDE, I see POWER, I see a BADASS MOTHA WHO WON'T TAKE NO CRAP OFF NOBODY!"

by T.Moore on Jul 29, 2011 1:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

Skedouche

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 1:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

They'll need it

The way things are going there, they’ll have to give someone like Cromartie a $10 mil a year just to consider them.

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 1:24 PM CDT reply actions  

Nick Roach back also>?

@vxmcclure23
vaughn mcclure
Looks like Nick Roach has showed up in Bourbonnais for camp.

by jfish1219 on Jul 29, 2011 1:28 PM CDT reply actions  

Great now lets get Olin Kreutz back!

And maybe Corey Graham…

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 1:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

Graham yes, Kreutz no..

We are serving up Carimi Pancakes!!

by tfrabotta on Jul 29, 2011 1:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

warm body over 300lbs??

I would rather have Raybach that the redskins cut loose or Edwin Williams who we have.

We are serving up Carimi Pancakes!!

by tfrabotta on Jul 29, 2011 1:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

Bullcock

Kreutz is still the guy, don’t force the issue w/ Williams or go with a new guy with who IMO isn’t much if any better than Kreutz.

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 1:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

So stay with the worst ranked center int he league

so we can keep the team leader??? Make him the damn asst line coach under Tice.

We are serving up Carimi Pancakes!!

by tfrabotta on Jul 29, 2011 1:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

Rankings aren't the end all be all

of this argument. Kreutz is no longer great, but will be needed to lead (hopefully) a young line with a few new additions.

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 1:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

My stat is sitting in my seats every game

watching him get blown up on a consistent basis.

We are serving up Carimi Pancakes!!

by tfrabotta on Jul 29, 2011 1:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

You keep saying that.

I do not think it means what you think it means.

Statistics are just numbers. Kreutz was more effective than the numbers show. He was covering for the shortcomings of his linemen, making assignment calls, etc… I think PFF does a good job, but the stats are not the only measuring stick.

Find out what the other team wants to do. Then take it away from them.
-George Halas

by NormalFan on Jul 29, 2011 1:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

I am going off of my eyes

he missed a ton of blocks last year, numerous holding penalties, and was pushed around consistently. The guy was a warrior and stud for alot of years and love him for it. But it is time to move on.

We are serving up Carimi Pancakes!!

by tfrabotta on Jul 29, 2011 1:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

Thank you

And if your eyes tell you Kreutz is the worst center in the league, someone better the 49ers .

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 1:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

I don't know about worst in the league

but he is poor on and on our team. Let’s move on.

We are serving up Carimi Pancakes!!

by tfrabotta on Jul 29, 2011 1:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

Love it

I am a bug Roach fan.

We are serving up Carimi Pancakes!!

by tfrabotta on Jul 29, 2011 1:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah especially since I'm not from here....

I moved down here from Chicago and first day in my new apartment there was a huge tennis ball sized roach just laying there. It was gross and they get in apartments all the time. You don’t have to have a dirty apartment for these guys to go in.

by frenchbears113 on Jul 29, 2011 1:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

Shit

I thought a cockroach just ran across my computer screen and punched Doshi’s picture

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 1:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

Good ol' #53!

We are serving up Carimi Pancakes!!

by tfrabotta on Jul 29, 2011 1:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

vxmcclure23 vaughn mcclure
Roach likely to sign new deal around 4 pn

17'$ h4pp3n1n9!?!?!?

by lexmarklover on Jul 29, 2011 1:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

YES, another piece added

today is much better than yesterday (so far)

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 1:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

Bears signed carimi

@Sletizia7.... follow me. no really do it.

by dabears85 on Jul 29, 2011 1:32 PM CDT reply actions  

according to chicagbears.com

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by dabears85 on Jul 29, 2011 1:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

HOT DAMN!

Find out what the other team wants to do. Then take it away from them.
-George Halas

by NormalFan on Jul 29, 2011 1:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

Good, now we can start targeting a new guard(s).

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by badsamaritan on Jul 29, 2011 1:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

My wife says that alot :(

Find out what the other team wants to do. Then take it away from them.
-George Halas

by NormalFan on Jul 29, 2011 1:34 PM CDT reply actions  

oops, reply fail

Find out what the other team wants to do. Then take it away from them.
-George Halas

by NormalFan on Jul 29, 2011 1:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

Your wife says "reply fail" alot?

Is her name Toshiba? Dell?

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 1:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

draft class signed

time to sign FAs

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 1:38 PM CDT reply actions  

vaugh mcclure

“Roach likely to sign new deal around 4 pm”

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by dabears85 on Jul 29, 2011 1:40 PM CDT reply actions  

It sounds like a good strategy

but this is JA we are talking about.

We are serving up Carimi Pancakes!!

by tfrabotta on Jul 29, 2011 1:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hopefully someone

took 2 seconds out of their day to tell him “we’re signing our free agents and other team’s FA’s first, then your the top of the list. Give us til Monday.”

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 1:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

Gabe Carimi is officially on the books.....

BradBiggs #Bears announce Gabe Carimi has signed. Draft class all set.

by frenchbears113 on Jul 29, 2011 1:43 PM CDT reply actions  

Now lets get some more O-Lineman (Carimi is one)

And seal the deal with MSW as well as Olin Kreutz!

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 1:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

the longer the Williams signing has to set in

the less i mind it, but i’d really still like MSW

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 1:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

Feel the same way

Would’ve preferred MSW or Floyd, but I’m ok with Roy. At least the addressed the position with a guy who could fill a new role/dimension for the unit.

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 1:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

Here's the thing with MSW

Hester, Edgar, and Knox, plus Roy and Sam. 5 of 6 or 7 roster spots at WR claimed. Are they really gonna add another guy at the top of the list when they can fill the backend w/ fantuz, sanzen, or adams?

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 1:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

What's your obsession with MSW?

He’s not that good. At least not any better than Williams, Hester, Bennett, or Knox.

by boondock_saint812 on Jul 29, 2011 1:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

this is where we inherently disagree though

I dont know that he’s not better than those guys…and don’t stat line me, i know all their stats.

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 1:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

I know that he's not.

That should count for something.

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by Kev H on Jul 29, 2011 1:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

**goes and stands in corner, sulking

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 1:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

Quitter.

That’s no injury, is it.

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by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 1:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

Juicebox

Don’t make me bust out the stat sheet.

by boondock_saint812 on Jul 29, 2011 1:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

Since MSW has multiple games of zero receptions maybe..

he can take over the role of “juicebox” on those weeks!

We are serving up Carimi Pancakes!!

by tfrabotta on Jul 29, 2011 1:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

and thats not to say that stats dont matter

i’m just saying, in the era of the bears dealing with “potential” i think MSW has more to offer than roy williams….however i’m bendign towards not hating the Williams signing, so lets not ruin it

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 1:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'll let you know

When I play using him on Madden.

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by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 1:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

You talk about Madden a lot

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by Kev H on Jul 29, 2011 1:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

+1000

We are serving up Carimi Pancakes!!

by tfrabotta on Jul 29, 2011 1:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

I think Bears should trade Hester right now

Of course they won’t, but he could probably give them a 1st rounder in return, and I think he’ll be incredibly useless next year. There’s no way he’s better than MSW. MSW for half of 2009 was far better than Hester’s ever been as a receiver.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 1:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

How can you say

Hester’s gonna be useless and say we could get a 1st rounder for him? Especially with the new return rules?

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 1:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

Some GM will pay for him

NFL.com had their top 100 players list this year, ranked by fellow players, and Hester ranked 32nd overall. He’s a huge name.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 1:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

See tfrabotta's comments below

And, Angelo’d get crucified if he did that, as he should. And 32nd on a poll doesn’t equate to a 1st round pick in a trade automatically. I don’t see anyone doing that, even for Hester.

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 1:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

That'd be true

if it weren’t for the rule change. And now with Roy Roy in town, I think Hester’s probably the #4 WR.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 1:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

Rule change only affects kick returns

He’s pretty great at punt returns too, in case you had forgotten.

by madcow256 on Jul 29, 2011 1:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

thank you

We are serving up Carimi Pancakes!!

by tfrabotta on Jul 29, 2011 2:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sure he is

But (1) return guys usually have a very short period of dominance, and Hester’s window could end at any time. He’ll be 29 soon. And (2) yeah Hester had three punt return TDs last year, but he also has had three punt return TDs total over the past three seasons. His stock is probably as high as it’ll be.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 2:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

So

since we made the NFC Championship last year, lets trade our not-so-secret weapon that singlehandedly affects field position on each possession for a future pick which won’t be a 1 (cus no one’s doing that deal)? You crazy.

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 2:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

If it's a high 2nd, that's fine

He’s a punt returner and #4 receiver who’s very likely nearing the end of his prime if you look historically at similar players. You could potentially pick up a high draft pick in return for him. That’s a steal.

It’d be one thing if the Bears were one of the favorites for a title, but they’re not. The chances of Hester being the difference between a championship or not is really low, and looking at comparable players historically he probably only has 1 or 2 dominant years left. A 1st or 2nd rounder in return could give the Bears huge longterm benefit.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 2:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

Again not just a punt returner

the greatest returner this game has ever seen and gives us a huge advantage in field position for probably the next 5 years.

We are serving up Carimi Pancakes!!

by tfrabotta on Jul 29, 2011 2:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

Look at historical comparables

That’s just not realistic. 29 for a dominant kick returner is like being 35 for a dominant receiver. I wish there were cases of return men dominating into their 30s, but there’s just not.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 2:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

It’d be one thing if the Bears were one of the favorites for a title, but they’re not.

So says you. I don’t give a fuck, I’m calling it – BEARS 2011-12 SUPER BOWL CHAMPS!!

by NorthSideBearsFan on Jul 29, 2011 2:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

According to your theory

Hester hadn’t returned a kick or punt for a score in two seasons so he wouldn’t be able to do it again. Then this season happened.

During the two intervening years teams went to ridiculous lengths to avoid letting him catch the ball at all and it cost them dearly in field position.

Also people seem to forget that two years ago he had 750 yards in 12 games. I’d take production from any of our receivers at that rate.

by weepingbear on Jul 29, 2011 2:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

Dante Hall was amazing too

So was Eric Metcalf. So was Brian Mitchell. They weren’t Hester-amazing, but they were big threats.

And then they got to age 28-29ish and then their numbers tailed off dramatically.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 2:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

He is better than both of them though

So you have to hope/expect he can better for long.

by madcow256 on Jul 29, 2011 2:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

Of course

So Hester could be really good this year and next year, when he’d be 30. Dante Hall crapped out at age 28, Metcalf crapped out after age 29. To expect more than 2 years is hopeful, to expect more than 3 years seems wishful.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 2:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

So you don't think we

have any chance at competing for a Super Bowl in the next 3 years? Why not trade Forte too?

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 2:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

It's about making positive-value trades

What, a 1% chance of winning the Superbowl is preventing you from trading any aging veterans? The Bears have a dozen holes to fill, the Packers look like an elite team for the foreseeable future, and you want to keep a 29 year old punt return specialist because maybe just maybe things everything could go right.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 2:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

Seriously

Your practically describing how team’s like the TB Rays in baseball used to be built. Keep guys until you either have to pay or they lose trade value, and perpetually rebuild by replacing the next old/good guy with the young potential guy. He’s 29! Not dead. By your logic we should have traded urlacher and briggs before last season since we kept missing the playoffs.

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 2:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'm not advocating perpetually rebuilding

I think the Patriots, for example, made a mistake trading Seymour when they were title favorites.

But let’s not act like the Bears are in the Patriots position. They’re maybe a top 10 team heading into next year. There’s a very little chance that (1) the Bears win a title in the next few years and (2) need Hester to do it. But if they get a 1st/2nd rounder for him and hit… that could make a big impact.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 2:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

The problem

is thinking a sixth-year return man with a below-average amount of receiver mileage on him is an “aging veteran.”

And you don’t make “positive-value trades” just to make trades. You trade if it makes sense for the direction the team is going. And trading for draft picks doesn’t fill any holes this year, cause you ain’t getting a package of hole-filling players for Hester.

KR/PR means more to the team that has him than the team that will make a play to get him. It’s a lottery ticket position.

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by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 2:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

Can you tell me what direction the team is going?

They’ve got an aging defense, and an offense of a bunch of 24 year old projects. I honestly don’t know what the hell the plan is.

The Bears were crazy-healthy last year, they had an easy schedule, and they got to play the Seahawks in the 2nd round to get to the NFC title game. I’m not pretending that that’s an indicator that they’re a title favorite, especially when they haven’t added an impact player yet.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 2:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

Ah, you're one o' dem guys.

You’re conveniently forgetting that while the offense was 30th in yardage, they still scored points, and doing so while letting Jay be sacked 52 times, getting sub-par backup play, and playing mix-match with the line. You’re forgetting the Bears took out two starting QBs themselves and while they can’t do anything about the third stringers they did face, the defense still did their job and the offense still has to go against the other defense.

Safety’s younger, a new defensive tackle, increased play from Wootton – you don’t get “younger” overnight.

Those same Seahawks curbstomped the New Orleans Saints prior to facing the Bears.

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by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 3:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sure, crazy things happen

The Seahawks curbstomped the Saints. The Chargers had the #1 offense and #1 defense by yardage and missed the playoffs. The Bears made the NFC title game despite having only a couple impressive wins all season.

There’s a lot of luck involved in a 16 game season. I think you’ll agree the Bears had a lot of it last year.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 3:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

Fine, how much luck before you admit "good"?

You don’t faceplant “luck” into eleven wins.

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by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 3:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

I would kick the tires on trading him next year

This year, with just about no time for free agents to learn the system and no heir apparent for punt returns, I’m not sure a first round pick would be worth it, assuming a second would perhaps be available for him next year.

by madcow256 on Jul 29, 2011 2:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

The problem with waiting

is other teams will see the effect of the new kick return rule.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 2:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

You do realize he only returned 12 kicks last year

7 the year before. We’re talking about about one every other game the past two years.

by madcow256 on Jul 29, 2011 2:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

Other teams would trade for him

to be their punt and kick returner, I’d think.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 2:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

What pick do you think a team would give up to get Hester?

Bears just got a 3rd for Olsen… I’d think a 2nd for Hester is very reasonable.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 2:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

for a once in a lifetime player?

the impact he has on our team?
3 1st round picks

Superman wears an Urlacher Jersey under his costume

by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 2:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

But you said

yardage KR are a dime a dozen. That’d be a horrible trade- by your logic

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 2:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

Right

It’d be a horrible trade for whoever makes it, which is why you dangle Hester now after he just had a huge season, and before the kickoff rule goes into effect.

If you can’t get a 2nd rounder, then fine, keep him. But I imagine some GM would pay that price.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 2:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

A second for someone who you have spoken about as...
I don’t think many people consider them as integral parts of a championship run the way Bears fans see Hester.
Right but good-yardage returners are dime a dozen

Mitchell had 7 punt return TDs by age 29, and then just 2 from age 30-35. Who cares if Hester can average 12 yards per return, it’s his TD ability that has defenses punting away from him.
you want to keep a 29 year old punt return specialist because maybe just maybe things everything could go right.
There’s a very little chance that (1) the Bears win a title in the next few years and (2) need Hester to do it.
Dante Hall was amazing too

So was Eric Metcalf. So was Brian Mitchell. They weren’t Hester-amazing, but they were big threats.

And then they got to age 28-29ish and then their numbers tailed off dramatically.

So he’s not a big difference maker, his TD ability means a lot but players of his caliber tail off about this time, he can’t make the difference between a good team and a championship contender and even if the Bears were a championship contender, it wouldn’t be because of Hester?

You’re describing a fifth-round offer. Why would you offer a second for a player who in your words will “tail off dramatically”?

I said earlier that KR/PR is a lottery ticket; you get it yourself, it doesn’t provide much benefit for the majority of the time, but once or twice it can rip off 7 points for your team. Given how many games are within seven points, I’d say that’s a difference maker, and moreso than you give him credit for. Special Teams as a whole can win or lose a game, but given how much of the game they play, they aren’t bank-breakers. Hence, lottery ticket.

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by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 2:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

This might be the skinniest post ever.

Above all; keep 'em guessing, never let them lose their sense of confusion.

by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 2:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

TWSS

Ok. I’m done with that.

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 2:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

TWSS

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 3:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

No you're not you like it too much.

TWSS

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by Ditkavsworld on Jul 29, 2011 3:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

That's the thing, teams overpay for aging superstars all the time

Look at the contract Santana Moss got, or the contract Edgerrin James got from the Cardinals, or what the Redskins traded to get McNabb, or what the Browns paid Delhomme last year.

I personally wouldn’t give up a 2nd rounder for Hester, but I’d bet some team will.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 3:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

Also, you're making a big deal about the possible

compensation, when that’s besides the point. If the best offer for Hester is just a 5th rounder, or even a 3rd rounder, then you keep him.

The question is, if a team did offer a high 2nd rounder for him, would you do that? I personally think that’d be a great deal for the Bears.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 3:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

I am?
I think Bears should trade Hester right now

Of course they won’t, but he could probably give them a 1st rounder in return, and I think he’ll be incredibly useless next year. There’s no way he’s better than MSW. MSW for half of 2009 was far better than Hester’s ever been as a receiver.

Trade him! We can get a first for a declining returner and a “receiver” who will be useless!

Of course if an offer is too good you take it. You have to. But you don’t take just any offer. He’s more valuable as a Bear than what most teams will give up to upgrade their returner position, and contrary to what you believe has been a difference maker in multiple instances over his career. That kind of player isn’t given up for peanuts. I don’t think any team is calling to offer a second, much less a first; they’ll draft their own (Cribbs, Cobb, Logan, etc)

Allow me to rephrase. Why would you trade for that player? Not “I think a team would give up this…” If someone called you up and offered you Hester, what would you be willing to give up today for him.

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by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 3:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

thankfully

we dont have to give him up for peanut!

Superman wears an Urlacher Jersey under his costume

by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 3:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

Wrong Peanut.

By the way, didn’t he just fall again?

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by Steven Schweickert on Jul 29, 2011 3:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

it's possible

i was just failing at a subject change

Superman wears an Urlacher Jersey under his costume

by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 3:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

and how old was Brian Mitchell???

In 2002, Mitchell was one of only two players to be ranked in the top seven in both kickoff returns and punt returns (the other being Michael Lewis of the New Orleans Saints). He was the only player in the NFC to be ranked in the top three in both categories. Mitchell was second in the NFC and third in the NFL with a career-high 27.0-yard average on 43 kickoff returns

In other words..34 years old and not as good as Hester.

We are serving up Carimi Pancakes!!

by tfrabotta on Jul 29, 2011 2:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

Right but good-yardage returners are dime a dozen

Mitchell had 7 punt return TDs by age 29, and then just 2 from age 30-35. Who cares if Hester can average 12 yards per return, it’s his TD ability that has defenses punting away from him.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 2:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

????

The Kick/punt returners job is to create field position and put the offense in a position to score. TD’s are a bonus

We are serving up Carimi Pancakes!!

by tfrabotta on Jul 29, 2011 2:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

But how hard is it to find a good yardage guy

Stefan Logan, Marc Mariani, Eric Weems all put up aging Brian Mitchell numbers, with good yardage and almost no TDs. I don’t think many people consider them as integral parts of a championship run the way Bears fans see Hester.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 2:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

But those guys don't last

They have 2-3 year shelf life’s for whatever reason, mainly because teams figure them out. Hester is dynamically explosive still

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 2:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

A large part of the reason our offense in the season's second half was better was largely due to Hester's returns

He’s the most uniquely dangerous player on the team and they shouldn’t get rid of him until he can no longer take a punt to the house.

Violence is the last refuge of the incompetent - Salvor Hardin

by badsamaritan on Jul 29, 2011 1:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

Ok Jerry, now let's focus on the O-line...

Sign Kreutz, and while you’re on it, please also sign Dahl or Blalock, ok? Actually, if you sign both, I’ll be ok with it….ecstatic is the word I was looking for!

by Windy City Flyer on Jul 29, 2011 1:59 PM CDT reply actions  

Hmm didnt know this
ClaytonESPN John Clayton
reminding everyone that the minimum spend of 89 percent doesn’t start until 2013.

Always remember the first rule of power tactics; power is not only what you have but what the enemy thinks you have.....

- Lovie Smith

by CloudyFuture on Jul 29, 2011 2:03 PM CDT reply actions  

Lets hope the Bears don't take advantage of that.

Violence is the last refuge of the incompetent - Salvor Hardin

by badsamaritan on Jul 29, 2011 2:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

Not yet

the McScrooge’s aren’t done counting their pennies yet.

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 2:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

Don't tell jerry!!

We are serving up Carimi Pancakes!!

by tfrabotta on Jul 29, 2011 2:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

shit
miklasz Bernie Miklasz
by JasonLaCanfora
Rams have agreed to terms with former Atlanta G Harvey Dahl…

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 2:05 PM CDT reply actions  

Blalock'

Violence is the last refuge of the incompetent - Salvor Hardin

by badsamaritan on Jul 29, 2011 2:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

i laughed, and it's not even funny

Superman wears an Urlacher Jersey under his costume

by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 2:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

I hear

Big Cat Williams is looking for a job

by Jdavidev on Jul 29, 2011 2:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

Stan Thomas

STAN FREAKING THOMAS!!!!!!!……

Always remember the first rule of power tactics; power is not only what you have but what the enemy thinks you have.....

- Lovie Smith

by CloudyFuture on Jul 29, 2011 2:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

And there goes our hot streak.....

Guarantee Garza is our starting RG unless Kreutz doesn’t return…

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 2:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

Nick Kaczur released by Pats

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 2:07 PM CDT reply actions  

Me or Kaczur...or both?

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 2:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

You think I need drugs?

That’s a scary thought.

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 2:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

But it may also open up your mind....

I tried acid once and I saw beams of light, followed by something that sounded an awful lot like a car horn

by frenchbears113 on Jul 29, 2011 2:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

I used to have a drug problem.

But now I can afford them.

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 2:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

And DE Ty Warren.

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 2:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

Or the guy with the reply fail?

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 2:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

damn you pete

was hoping I’d get overlooked like a vegetable on Manu’s plate.

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 2:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

adamspeaks Adam Oestmann
#Bears RB Matt Forte is at camp, BTW.

I know you probably don’t know who Adam is, but suck it.

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by David Taylor on Jul 29, 2011 2:11 PM CDT reply actions  

So no holdout?

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 2:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

Breaking News on Forte
peggykusinski peggy kusinski
I can confirm #Bears RB Matt #Forte IS in camp, just saw him with #Hester & team inside meeting hall. New look for #Forte is bald!

Always remember the first rule of power tactics; power is not only what you have but what the enemy thinks you have.....

- Lovie Smith

by CloudyFuture on Jul 29, 2011 2:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

Speaking of suck.
espn_nfcnblog ESPN Blogs NFC North
According to ESPN Stats/Info, Roy Williams has NFL’s highest drop pct. over past 3 years. (Min. 200 targets). Carry on. #Bears

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by David Taylor on Jul 29, 2011 2:12 PM CDT reply actions  

Yet people hate when i mention Barylon edwards

who was better than roy last year…

"I see PRIDE, I see POWER, I see a BADASS MOTHA WHO WON'T TAKE NO CRAP OFF NOBODY!"

by T.Moore on Jul 29, 2011 2:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

Braylon*

"I see PRIDE, I see POWER, I see a BADASS MOTHA WHO WON'T TAKE NO CRAP OFF NOBODY!"

by T.Moore on Jul 29, 2011 2:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

Drop rate is overrated.

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 2:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

just fucking outstanding

Superman wears an Urlacher Jersey under his costume

by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 2:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

Christ that ain't good at all

This week certainly has been a rollar coaster hasn’t it?

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 2:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

No! Mumble like Boomhauer.

Now!

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 2:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

Zaidman promoting Knox and RWilliams
ZachZaidman Zach Zaidman
Last year, Johnny Knox tied for 10th in NFL with 17 catches of 20+ yards. In 2006 with Martz, Roy Williams was first in the league with 24.

Make anyone feel better ?…..

Always remember the first rule of power tactics; power is not only what you have but what the enemy thinks you have.....

- Lovie Smith

by CloudyFuture on Jul 29, 2011 2:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yea

But I can’t un-shit myself, so not by much.

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 2:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

That was in Roy's best year under Martz

I’m going to hold back judgement until we see how well/bad Roy Williams becomes

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 2:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

He did that 5 years ago.

Randy Moss caught 23 TD’s back in ’07, maybe they should sign him too.

by dakoose on Jul 29, 2011 2:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

Crazy Knox stat I found yesterday

Cutler targeted Knox 108 times last year. 13 ended up as interceptions.

by YaoPau on Jul 29, 2011 2:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

Out of Cutler's 16 interceptions

12 outta 16 horrible

"I see PRIDE, I see POWER, I see a BADASS MOTHA WHO WON'T TAKE NO CRAP OFF NOBODY!"

by T.Moore on Jul 29, 2011 2:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

How many of those routes,

Did J. Knox stop running? 3? 4?

Bears. Bulls. White Sox.

by The Voiss on Jul 29, 2011 2:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

harvey dahl officially signed with the rams

according to adam shefter

@Sletizia7.... follow me. no really do it.

by dabears85 on Jul 29, 2011 2:13 PM CDT reply actions  

Thanks....

Any word at all about the Bears contacting any OGs?

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 2:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

Ya, Tice told Omi and Williams the winner gets to start

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 2:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

Two men enter

One man gets to be an underachieving starting guard

by NorthSideBearsFan on Jul 29, 2011 2:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

And we all lose

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 2:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

Jay loses the most

THE THUNDERDOME

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 2:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

Roach Expected back
ESPNChiBears Dickerson and Wright
Bears also expected to retain services of linebacker Nick Roach per a league source. JD

Always remember the first rule of power tactics; power is not only what you have but what the enemy thinks you have.....

- Lovie Smith

by CloudyFuture on Jul 29, 2011 2:13 PM CDT reply actions  

Looks like it

Jerry definitely had his heart set on Durant from the Jaguars

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 2:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

I hope Jerry had some backup plans

cause the last two years he didn’t need them for FA…so far it appears his backup plans were the Bears original FA’s

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 2:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

Of course they have a backup plan.

It’s to start players that should be backups. #seewatididthur

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by David Taylor on Jul 29, 2011 2:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

I thought the back up plan

was to count the number of times Jay gets back up…..

by David in Maine on Jul 29, 2011 2:25 PM CDT up reply actions   1 recs

Welcome back

Now we just need Allie and Maelvampyre and the game thread is set.

Above all; keep 'em guessing, never let them lose their sense of confusion.

by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 2:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

I can't tell if that was for me or for CloudyFuture...

for the sake of my ego, I’m going to assume you meant me :)

by RexysMidnightRider on Jul 29, 2011 2:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sure

Above all; keep 'em guessing, never let them lose their sense of confusion.

by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 2:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

hahaha

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 2:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

Bada Ching

Nice……

Always remember the first rule of power tactics; power is not only what you have but what the enemy thinks you have.....

- Lovie Smith

by CloudyFuture on Jul 29, 2011 2:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

Green

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 2:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

3 recs make a green.

Or can you see the future?

Above all; keep 'em guessing, never let them lose their sense of confusion.

by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 2:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

Ahaha Per Sean Jensen

I pulled over after i got call RT @gem1138 Don’t Tweet and drive.

by frenchbears113 on Jul 29, 2011 2:26 PM CDT reply actions  

Whats the call?

The Bears make a move?

Thats good he doesn’t tweet and drive btw…

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 2:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

Was reporting the

Carimi signing but was driving so pulled over to tweet it….Or thats what I got from his tweet timeline…..

Always remember the first rule of power tactics; power is not only what you have but what the enemy thinks you have.....

- Lovie Smith

by CloudyFuture on Jul 29, 2011 2:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

Since we're posting random tweets:
CheekyMonkeyArt David Taylor
Random tweet for WCG. I like pickles!

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by David Taylor on Jul 29, 2011 2:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

This is exactly why I don't have a twitter account.

Can you imaging all the time I would waste following you?

Above all; keep 'em guessing, never let them lose their sense of confusion.

by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 2:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

Or

imagine

Above all; keep 'em guessing, never let them lose their sense of confusion.

by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 2:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

Twitter is simply one more addiction I can't afford.

Above all; keep 'em guessing, never let them lose their sense of confusion.

by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 2:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

What about google+

linkein, facebook, tumblr, behance, spotify… e-media really is getting out of control.

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by David Taylor on Jul 29, 2011 2:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

I don't even own a cell phone

And I’m overwhelmed.

Above all; keep 'em guessing, never let them lose their sense of confusion.

by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 2:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

This is

Awesome!!!!…..

But does he put them on his hamburgers and hotdogs?

Always remember the first rule of power tactics; power is not only what you have but what the enemy thinks you have.....

- Lovie Smith

by CloudyFuture on Jul 29, 2011 2:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

ahhhh

Chicago Dog…so hungry…soo soo hungry

I’ve been eating vegetarian lasagna for the last week…my wife wanted to try it and didn’t like it an I don’t want it to go to waste…sometimes I hate my life

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 2:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

I feel ya

My recent ex was a vegan…and I am a legit carnivore…

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 2:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

at least my wife isn't a vegan

I couldn’t make it work…I like bacon on everything

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 2:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

Bacon Bacon Bacon!

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 2:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

If you like bacon

You’d kill for this

Bacon EXPLOSION

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 2:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

BACON!

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 2:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

OH BOY OH BOY OH BOY!!!!

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 2:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

Epic Meal Time

while looking disgusting always makes me laugh cause its me to a T

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 2:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

haters getting weak while we're bulking up!

Superman wears an Urlacher Jersey under his costume

by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 2:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

Fuck lettuce

"Word of advice, don’t join, Bears fans are crazy."--- D-Jackfan10

by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 2:59 PM CDT up reply actions   1 recs

Bacon MSW Bacon MSW Bacon

. "Most football teams are temperamental. That's 90% temper and 10% mental."
--Doug Plank

by ed_brown on Jul 29, 2011 2:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

Everytime I see the word "vegan"

I think I see the word “vagina”

It significantly improves your conversation.

Find out what the other team wants to do. Then take it away from them.
-George Halas

by NormalFan on Jul 29, 2011 2:45 PM CDT up reply actions   2 recs

it was difficult to find a way to say that in a way that was not too offensive.

Find out what the other team wants to do. Then take it away from them.
-George Halas

by NormalFan on Jul 29, 2011 2:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

so bored

"I see PRIDE, I see POWER, I see a BADASS MOTHA WHO WON'T TAKE NO CRAP OFF NOBODY!"

by T.Moore on Jul 29, 2011 2:36 PM CDT reply actions  

Shit

If this doesn’t pick up soon, I’m gonna have to do real work!

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 2:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

Man...

I usually hate these kinds of videos, but this is funny.

by tacologic on Jul 29, 2011 2:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

Thank..you??

"I see PRIDE, I see POWER, I see a BADASS MOTHA WHO WON'T TAKE NO CRAP OFF NOBODY!"

by T.Moore on Jul 29, 2011 2:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

We named our new kitten "Mr. Chow".

But I’m changing it to “Butternuts” for obvious reasons.

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 2:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

Meanwhile Rams fans are bouncing off the walls

Looks like they get both Harvey Dahl and Brandon Mebane

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 2:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

give em a break

st louis hasn’t had anything to be happy about for a while…although I would love to acquire Lauranitis from them

Superman wears an Urlacher Jersey under his costume

by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 2:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sam Bradford breaking Payton Manning's rookie record should have made them real happy

No lie I think the Rams will win the NFC Worst with an 8-8 record

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 2:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

i dont know their schedule, but i think the rams will look alright this year.

Superman wears an Urlacher Jersey under his costume

by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 2:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

no.

third round pick only.

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by David Taylor on Jul 29, 2011 2:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

A third rounder to unload a guy who doesn't fit out scheme (yes I know, I know but this time it might actually apply)

and if we kept him he would continue to serve one more underutilized year before leaving as a free agent next year and we’d get nothing. I’d say we made the right move.

Above all; keep 'em guessing, never let them lose their sense of confusion.

by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 2:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

Agreed

Case closed. Next case: Is Lovie actually a statue?

If its free, take two.

by T.J. Shouse on Jul 29, 2011 2:43 PM CDT up reply actions  

The jury is out.

Above all; keep 'em guessing, never let them lose their sense of confusion.

by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 2:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

No, he just

plays one on the sidelines….

by David in Maine on Jul 29, 2011 2:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

Haynesworth doesn't fit a 3-4,

but watch Bill turn him into a pro-bowler this year. Good coaches find ways to utilize the talents of their players.

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by David Taylor on Jul 29, 2011 2:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

That implies quite a bit.

Don’t you think?

Above all; keep 'em guessing, never let them lose their sense of confusion.

by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 2:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

Supposedly they run a decent bit of 4-3 as well

Assuming that I read correctly, he’ll have a decent number of snaps to play the position he likes as well

by madcow256 on Jul 29, 2011 2:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

Nope

Just a 3rd rounder…

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 2:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

Well you were happy for a bit

consider your moment crushed

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 2:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

Forte is supposedly in camp

Told Matt Forte has been at camp for several hours. However, since campus closed to media until 4 pm, I have yet to actually see the RB. JD

by RexysMidnightRider on Jul 29, 2011 2:42 PM CDT reply actions  

Jets making big moves with their own guys

Things looking Asamouaghish?

Above all; keep 'em guessing, never let them lose their sense of confusion.

by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 2:47 PM CDT reply actions  

Yeah, i'm watching NFL net now

it certainly looks like they are setting up for the cap clearance

Superman wears an Urlacher Jersey under his costume

by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 2:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

Nope he is still on the market

Most likely will be targetted by teams who lose out on the Asomugha Sweepstakes

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 2:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

Okay so since there isn't anything significant to talk about lets try something here

Roy Williams will be a Chicago Bear so what is your over/under for Williams in terms of TDs, Yards, and Recs?

Over/Under

900 yards

6TDs

65 Recs

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by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 2:50 PM CDT reply actions  

under
under
over

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 2:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

TWSS

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 2:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

under, over, under

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 2:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

under
over
under

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by dabears85 on Jul 29, 2011 2:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

What presser?

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 2:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

....JK

I wonder if this will introduce Roy Williams to the Bears?

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 2:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yes

What presser?

Above all; keep 'em guessing, never let them lose their sense of confusion.

by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 2:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

Is it some idiocy like last year when they

introduced Peppers, Manu, and Whatshisname and we got to speculate which one would suck?

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by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 3:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

Well consider me

#FF @Cheekymonkeyart

My team is on the floor. -Coach Norman Dale

by Ditkavsworld on Jul 29, 2011 3:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

TWSS

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 3:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

Lovie getting a ManiPedi?

My team is on the floor. -Coach Norman Dale

by Ditkavsworld on Jul 29, 2011 2:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

Is CB Richard Marshall a UFA?

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 2:55 PM CDT reply actions  

I think so

We are serving up Carimi Pancakes!!

by tfrabotta on Jul 29, 2011 2:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

100% Yes

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 2:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

Dahl

Dahl signs with Rams. Jerry what are you doing? “we like our guys…”

by Bears Fan? on Jul 29, 2011 2:55 PM CDT via mobile reply actions  

Nick Kazer & Ty Warren just released by Pats ....

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 2:57 PM CDT reply actions  

Rams have made offer but not signed yet ....

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 3:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

Can we sign anyone decent?

Jerry is striking out big time

by Bears Fan? on Jul 29, 2011 3:02 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions  

PODLESH?!?!?!

Hello???

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by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 3:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

We signed Boulderdash, Poodlemush, Rainbow Dash… that punter guy.

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by David Taylor on Jul 29, 2011 3:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

Pudlasher.

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 3:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sounds painful.

Above all; keep 'em guessing, never let them lose their sense of confusion.

by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 3:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

I can neither confirm nor deny...

…that my mother told me to play with my pudlasher.

Find out what the other team wants to do. Then take it away from them.
-George Halas

by NormalFan on Jul 29, 2011 3:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

That I would get three wishes?

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 3:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

If I played with it too long

It’d fall off

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 3:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

I always wanna say

Podladesh

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 3:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

now that we resigned adams we dont need mebane

rather spend on a 3 tech or DE

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by dabears85 on Jul 29, 2011 3:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

Amobi Okeye

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 3:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

hes a bust

dont need him

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by dabears85 on Jul 29, 2011 3:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

Mark Tauscher toast in GB .....

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Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 2:59 PM CDT reply actions  

Ugh, no.

Too old, too hurt. Orlando Pace 2.0

by RexysMidnightRider on Jul 29, 2011 3:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

If GB didn't want him I'm not sure we will.

Violence is the last refuge of the incompetent - Salvor Hardin

by badsamaritan on Jul 29, 2011 3:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

Just checked out NFL.com

I withdraw my previous statement…

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 3:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

Uh...ya!

"More cowbell" - Bruce Dickinson; "More bell cow" - Lovie Smith

by Pete Dixon on Jul 29, 2011 3:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

Justin Blaylock or Jared Gaither

" Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. " ~
Mike Tyson

by MidWayMonster54 on Jul 29, 2011 3:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

Andre Johnson

Superman wears an Urlacher Jersey under his costume

by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 3:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

Adrian Petersen?

Throw in Aaron Rogers and I think we’d wrap up our conference easily.

Above all; keep 'em guessing, never let them lose their sense of confusion.

by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 3:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

But don't tell the Lions fan.

Above all; keep 'em guessing, never let them lose their sense of confusion.

by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 3:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

The punch

Somehow I keep beating you to it.
Sorry.

Above all; keep 'em guessing, never let them lose their sense of confusion.

by Just Dave on Jul 29, 2011 3:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders!

Find out what the other team wants to do. Then take it away from them.
-George Halas

by NormalFan on Jul 29, 2011 3:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

Your job is drawing pictures, isn't it?

My swag Jehovah's Witness dude, it never takes a holiday.

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by Kev H on Jul 29, 2011 3:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

It'd be really funny

but not going to happen:

If the Jets and Cowboys trim and cut and trade to make room for Nnamdi, and he signed with the Bears

I’d chortle

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 3:11 PM CDT reply actions  

i doubt it'd even make the news

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 3:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

ESPN would touch on it

then move on to how the Jets cleared the room to sign Cromartie

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 3:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

if he signed with the bears

espn would call him overrated and say how we over paid him

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by dabears85 on Jul 29, 2011 3:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

Like they did when we signed Peppers

"I see PRIDE, I see POWER, I see a BADASS MOTHA WHO WON'T TAKE NO CRAP OFF NOBODY!"

by T.Moore on Jul 29, 2011 3:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

I can't wait until the Bears when a championship

Simply for the joy of turning on ESPN afterward and watching Trent Dilfer’s head explode.

by NorthSideBearsFan on Jul 29, 2011 3:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

it'll just say

football season begins next year, no coverage at all

Superman wears an Urlacher Jersey under his costume

by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 3:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

ESPN

doesn’t have an opinion. Analysts do. Don’t hate the network, hate Dilfer (or whoever).

by tacologic on Jul 29, 2011 3:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

thats true

but the network also sucks.

@Sletizia7.... follow me. no really do it.

by dabears85 on Jul 29, 2011 3:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

Eh...

I don’t love it, but it’s nice that there is a network that cares about sports first. They over dramatize, and puff a lot of smoke, but they do a lot of stuff well too.

by tacologic on Jul 29, 2011 3:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

Completely off topic

but according to this game of Tiger Woods 12 I’m playing, it’s windy as hell in Hawaii right now.

My swag Jehovah's Witness dude, it never takes a holiday.

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by Kev H on Jul 29, 2011 3:14 PM CDT reply actions  

Channing Crowder cut

what do you guys think of him for our LB corp?

by Dilfer_The_Dbag on Jul 29, 2011 3:15 PM CDT reply actions  

Ruud is better

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by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 3:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

Loudmouth

think Joey Porter without production

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 3:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

Tweet
ESPNChiBears Dickerson and Wright
Filed to ESPNChicago.com: Bears QB Caleb Hanie signs 1 year RFA tender. JD

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by ThorCo on Jul 29, 2011 3:22 PM CDT reply actions  

Hey looks like we won't lose our back-up QB

Solid news

Jay Cutler is our QB, and I for one am proud of that

by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 3:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sean Jensen says Olin Kreutz likely a no show at camp today

Dunno how much that means, but its a bummer.

Violence is the last refuge of the incompetent - Salvor Hardin

by badsamaritan on Jul 29, 2011 3:22 PM CDT reply actions  

Kreutz

Doesn’t mean anything. He had no contract.

by Bears Fan? on Jul 29, 2011 3:25 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions  

Techniquelly Kreutz can't come to camp until he signs a new deal

So that means he has yet to sign a deal with the Bears

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by Erik Christopher Duerrwaechter on Jul 29, 2011 3:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

new thread

HERE

Superman wears an Urlacher Jersey under his costume

by BearNecessities on Jul 29, 2011 3:31 PM CDT reply actions  

Listen up fool

Go get me an interior offensive lineman

by JimmyMack on Jul 29, 2011 8:17 PM CDT reply actions  

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