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The Bears Den: February 10, 2012

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"...where we're potentially combustible."

Bates should be big boost for Cutler Bowen: Position coach key to quarterback's success and their previous relationship bodes well for the future and the playbook.

Garza, Melton land on "All-Joe" team Mayer: Bears center Roberto Garza and defensive lineman Henry Melton were recently selected to USA Today's 20th annual "All-Joe" team.

Bears, Giants are close, but there is some separation If the Green Bay Packers and New York Giants are the last two Super Bowl champions, how far away can the Bears be? Mark Potash has the dope.

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The Bears Den: February 9, 2012

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"...where we drop f-bombs like they were perfectly thrown spirals."

Bears hire Holt as offensive line coach Mayer: Possessing all the qualities that Lovie Smith was seeking in an offensive line coach, Tim Holt was hired Wednesday by the Bears to fill that position.

Rosenbloom: Cutler likes Bates hire Good news: No Cutler F-bombs at new QB coach.

Bears GM Phil Emery was a leader among Midshipmen Jensen: Despite a nontraditional route to his current position, Emery’s past is highlighted with distinctions.

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The Bears Den: February 8, 2012

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"...where your development is in our hands (TWSS)."

Bears hire Bates as quarterbacks coach Mayer: Jeremy Bates, who worked closely with Jay Cutler during three seasons with the Broncos from 2006-08, has been hired by the Bears as quarterbacks coach.

Cutler is thrilled to reunite with Bates Mayer: With the Bears hiring Jeremy Bates as their quarterbacks coach, Jay Cutler is eager to try to replicate the success the two enjoyed together with the Broncos.

15 on 6: Cutler, Bates could form lethal duo New Bears quarterbacks coach Jeremy Bates knows Jay Cutler well and there's plenty of reasons for optimism about what the two can accomplish for the Bears. Jim Miller explains.

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The Bears Den: February 7, 2012

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"...where we're getting #15 out of storage...and probably putting it back in storage."

Giants give Bears a model Steve Rosenbloom hopes that the Bears' new so-called general manager watched the Super Bowl , as the Bears traditionally have done for 44 of the previous 46 years.

Brandon Marshall would relish reunion with buddy Jay Cutler Jensen: If Marshall is going to be a Bear in 2012, then they will have to trade for the Dolphins WR.

Dungy believes Bears close to Super Bowl contention Lynn: How close are the Bears to enjoying the success of the New York Giants and winning a Super Bowl? Tony Dungy believes they're not far off. Bears Anthony Adams Talks Chicago Super Bowl

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The Bears Den: February 6, 2012

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"...where 9-7 can get you a ring."

Dilfer sees Cutler as more than capable Mayer: One Super Bowl-winning quarterback believes that Cutler is capable of leading the Bears to a championship.

Super Bowl lessons Bears Insider John 'Moon' Mullin came up with his six lessons learned after watching Super Bowl XLVI. Mullin says that the Patriots biggest blunder was letting the Giants score late in the game.

Bears GM Emery can change culture Parr: Our sources say new Bears GM Phil Emery has consistently demonstrated a commitment to making calculated, well-researched decisions.

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The Bears Den: Super Bowl Edition

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 04:  An official welcome sign is seen downtown ahead of Super Bowl XLVI on February 4, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The New England Patriots will play the New York Giants in Super Bowl XLVI on February 5, 2011 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana.  (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

"... where we're watching at home like just about everybody else."


SBNation's 25 Super Bowl Pro Bets: In case you wanted to wager on the number of times Peyton Manning is shown on TV.

Tiquan Underwood cut by Patriots on Eve of Super Bowl - The Patriots made their final transaction of the 2011 season on Saturday, releasing wide receiver Tiquan Underwood and promoting defensive lineman Alex Silvestro from the practice squad.

New York Giants' Team Website Announced Giants as Super Bowl Champs - On the eve of the Super Bowl, Giants.com reportedly accidentally posted an image proclaiming the Giants as Super Bowl champions. An NFL.com blog reported the website gaffe with a screen grab by Comcast SportsNet New England.

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The Bears Den: February 3, 2012

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"...where we've had over 50 concussions. And that's just this week."

Emery to set sights on Bears free agents Mayer: One of the most important items on new general manager Phil Emery's lengthy to-do list is dealing with the 14 Bears players who are due to become free agents.

Durkin: Some Advice Phil Emery Didn’t Ask For Emery’s first order of business will be self-scouting and making decisions on the Bears’ free agents, finding a proven No.1 wide receiver and drafting a defensive cornerstone for the future.

Mullin: Emery Handling New Relationship With Smith Perfectly Emery didn't divulge his master plan, nor did he exert his power over Lovie Smith and the rest of the organization. To one Bears expert, Emery handled himself perfectly.

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The Bears Den: February 2, 2012

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"...where we grow ever more uncomfortable with the image of a skinny, pasty-white guy posing on the carcass of a bear."

Emery believes that continuity is crucial Mayer: It's easy to understand why new general manager Phil Emery feels that continuity is the biggest difference between today's Bears and the same organization he left in 2004.

Lombardi: Smith-Emery Marriage Will Be ‘Difficult’ WSCR: With Emery forced to retain head coach Lovie Smith, the two will have no choice but to work together.

Boley's success should be no surprise Pompei: Emery spotted the New York Giants linebacker's coverage ability as a scout for the Atlanta Falcons in 2005.

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