A source close the Bears organization said that the Bears and third round selection Marcus Harrison should finalize a deal within the next 24 hours.
Third-round pick Marcus Harrison is on the verge of signing a four-year deal with the Bears, an NFL source said Monday. The deal is expected to be finalized within the next 24 hours.
Harrison, a defensive tackle from Arkansas, could provide a spark as a backup on the interior of the defensive line this coming season. He had first-round potential, but an arrest and ACL injury caused the rookie to drop. Harrison is projected as a future starter.
The remaining unsigned Bears draft choices are 1st rounder Chris Williams, second rounder Matt Forte, third rounder Earl Bennett and fifth rounder Zackary Bowman.
I am curious as to how Cedric Benson's waiving effects Matt Forte's signing. Surely before he pretty much had to sign what was given to him, but now with Benson out he has a bit more leverage if he was interested in pushing.