Bears players optimistic for 2013
The optimism is at an all-time high this time of year before the upcoming season. Let's take a look back at what players and coaches were saying in 2010, 2011 and 2012.
From The Desk Of...
Jay Cutler is (sort of) a genius
The Bears QB Coach had some words to say about Jay Cutler. Guess what, they weren't the ones we normally hear about Jay Cutler...
Is Gabe Carimi making a mistake missing OTAs?
When your roster spot is on shaky ground, you should probably do what ever it takes to endear yourself to the new coaching staff. Skipping "voluntary" workouts isn't the wisest of choices.
The Plan: DE Cornelius Washington
The Bears' sixth-round draft pick is Cornelius Washington - how does the defensive end fit into the Bears' plans now and in the future?
Best of the WCG Draft Open Threads
We've scoured the comments you left on WCG's draft open threads, and collected the best (and the worst) for you. Enjoy!
How big of a reach was Kyle Long at #20?
Kyle Long may not have been my top choice at 20, then again, it doesn't matter.
Bears Aren't Forced To Draft Immediate Starters
The Bears made the one-year deal an art form this free agency period, and that takes pressure off the team to draft a limited number of positions or draft immediate starters.
2013 Schedule: Bears potential prime time games
The NFL's schedule release just days away and so it's time to take a look at which games could be slated for prime time.
Bears LB James Anderson deserves to wear number 50
It's time for the Bears to re-issue number 50, but why all the fanfare? It didn't deserve to be shelved for 20 years in the first place.
The state of the 2013 Bears
Are the Bears building, rebuilding, peaking or confused? Depending on the argument, the state of the Bears franchise could be any of those.
Is Jay Cutler Worth a Romo or Flacco Contract?
With Jay Cutler being a free agent after 2013, he'll have his eyes on a new contract. But even if he performs well, is he worth such a contract given the changes that had to be made to get him there?
Can James Brown be the starting LG for the Bears?
Lost in the offensive line shuffle of the Chicago Bears, is last year's undrafted rookie free agent James Brown. What if he were a 3rd round draft choice, as many projected, would the expectations for him be higher heading into year 2?
Without Urlacher, the Defense can Still Excel
With the departure of Brian Urlacher, does the defense still have enough tools to play at a high level? Of course.
Ten wins is the 2013 benchmark? Not so fast...
With Lovie Smith canned after a ten-win campaign, does Marc Trestman need at least ten wins in his inaugural season to prove he's a solid head coach?
Urlacher: "I may play for $2 mil for someone else"
The NFL is always a "business" when the player asks for a restructured deal while still under contract, but as their career winds down, they want "personal" feelings to be brought into the equation, so they can be paid on past accomplishments.
Without Moves, the Bears Won't Play in Free Agency
With the tagging of Henry Melton, the Bears' cap space is slim. Without creating space, don't expect the Bears to be able to make a big splash in free agency. But if they start making moves...
Melton's Franchise Tag is the Correct Move
Without a long-term deal, the Bears were correct to give Henry Melton the franchise tag, despite the short-term salary cap implications.
2013 NFL Draft: Illinois CB Terry Hawthorne
Does Illinois' defensive back Terry Hawthorne make sense as a mid-round pick for the Bears behind Charles Tillman and Tim Jennings?
Some offseason opinions are just wrong
Sorry, but if you agree with one of the ten things I listed, you're wrong and need to get some knowledge.
Bears' Offense to Combine Multiple Systems
The Bears' offense is a big focal point this offseason. But instead of saying how the offense will improve, the Bears need to put it on the field.
Cutler needs to declare his elite status now
The last two Super Bowl winning quarterbacks have one thing in common, and Jay Cutler needs to follow in their footsteps.
2012 Season Recap: All Good Things...
We put the 2012 season to bed and give some thoughts on the future around the Bears and the NFL.
Quiz time: the career of Bears QB Jim Harbaugh
Ten quick questions about Harbaugh's time as quarterback of the Chicago Bears. See if you can guess them all correctly.
Got Trestman Temper? Temper Your Expectations...
There's reason to be optimistic under first-year head coach Marc Trestman. But first-year head coaches don't always get off on the right foot.
Checking the WCG season and Super Bowl predictions
WCG staffers made their bold predictions on how the 2012 season would shake out. How did we do, and how did it compare to other NFL writers?
Trestman has history with terrible offensive lines
Marc Trestman was hired by the Bears to fix the offense and win games. He's seen his fair share of injured QBs and bad O-lines, and seems to have found an answer.
