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Bears must think they're good to go with pass-rushers they have - Brad Biggs: In a draft deep in edge rushers, the Bears sent a statement: They are prepared to build with a core of veterans — some of whom are new to the scheme — and coaching. Likely starters?
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Bears eager for fresh start on special teams - Jeff Dickerson: Jeff Rodgers came over to the Bears with John Fox as the team attempts a turnaround after a dreadful 2014 season.
College, pro scouting directors hired - Larry Mayer: The Bears on Friday hired Joe Douglas as director of college scouting, Anthony "Champ" Kelly as director of pro scouting and Christopher Prescott as an area scout.
NFL off-season's most impactful moves - Doug Farrar: Vic Fangio's hybrid fronts and advanced coverage concepts will have the Bears competing for the NFC North title after an off-year.
[Video] - Doug Farrar includes the Bears among his NFL teams that had the best free agency and draft hauls.
Early forecast predicts Bears finish 7-9 - Jeff Dickerson: Football Outsiders' preliminary 2015 NFL season forecast predicts the Bears will improve in John Fox's first season. Don Banks: Jay Cutler will ruin everything and kick your dog while he's at it.
Best teams at grooming Pro Bowlers - Will Laws: Jerry Angelo, who oversaw the team’s personnel from 2001-12, was quite wasteful with first-round picks during his tenure but was masterful in the middle rounds.
Bushrod receives prestigious award - Larry Mayer: Jermon Bushrod returned to his alma mater Thursday night to receive Towson University’s 2015 Distinguished Alumni Award at a banquet on campus.
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What’s up next for the rookies? - Greg Gabriel breaks down the learning experience for new players as they adapt to the demands of their first NFL offseason program.
Know thy enemy: Packers - Rob Demovsky: With the exception of QB Brett Hundley, every player drafted could make an impact on special teams for the Packers.
/gigglesnort - Sports stars and their celebrity lookalikes. Once seen, cannot unsee Joe Flacco's resemblance to Bert.
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