The Bear's Den, June 24, 2016

BEAR DOWN, CHICAGO BEARS, BEAR DOWN!!!!

BEARRRSSSS

NFL Network's Carr says Jay Cutler ranked among three most overrated QBs - 247sports - NFL Network's Carr is no fan of Jay Cutler, and has ranked among three most overrated QBs

Hangst: Four major NFL storylines to watch during the summer quiet period - TheComeback.com - While we're in a quiet period of the NFL offseason, following OTAs and minicamps, there are still several storylines to monitor before training camps begin including whether Alshon & other tagged agents will get long termed deals befoer the deadline.

Hub & Co.'s Podcast: We answer your Bears questions in our mailbag podcast - Pro Football Weekly - It's Mailbag time on the Chicago Football Podcast! Kevin answers your Bears questions about the running back depth, Vic Fangio's exotic schemes, undrafted rookies with the best chance to make the roster, the secondary and much more.

Cox: John Fox considered 18th-best football player of current NFL coaches | Bears Wire - John Fox played a few seasons of defensive back at San Diego State before beginning his illustrious coaching career.

Garlewicz: What can Kevin White add to the Chicago Bears? - isportsweb - Kevin White should have a productive rookie season for the Chicago Bears and add a new dimension to the offense.

Stotz: The Top 5 most important Chicago Bears players in 2016 - Chicago - Scout - Jeremy Stoltz and Aaron Leming each break down the top five players who will have the biggest impact on the Chicago Bears 2016 season.

Kozar: Chicago Bears: Defensive line will be better - Cover32 - The Chicago Bears defense wasn’t good last season. Coach John Fox was transitioning a group from a 4-3 base defense to a 3-4 defense...

Emma: Bears’ Leonard Floyd Faces Uphill Battle For Playing Time - CBS Chicago - Without any hesitation, the Bears backed edge rusher Leonard Floyd as a future cornerstone to their defense. They even moved up two spots to the ninth pick of this past draft, ensuring he would be available. Floyd has to put on weight and beat out two veterans.

Mayer: Bears give rookies a history lesson - ChicagoBears.com - Bears owner Virginia McCaskey and six former players discussed the team's history and life in the NFL with Bears rookies Wednesday at Halas Hall.

Campbell & Wiederer: Bear Download - Chicago Tribune - Rich Campbell and Dan Wiederer with a final report from Bears minicamp (2:58 mark), talk about Cam Newton and NFL storylines where there aren't any (18:53), a personnel changes and outlooks for NFC North teams (23:22), the Cavaliers winning the NBA championship (33:18) and a final word on Alshon Jeffery (39:40).

POLISH SAUSAGE

Crabtree: Howard Mudd says coaches, CBA rules are at fault for poor OL play, not college spread offenses - ProFootballTalk - Howard Mudd spent 38 years as an offensive line coach in the NFL after a seven-year playing career that saw him named an All-Pro twice and a three-time Pro Bowl selection.

Florio: Mark Sanchez says wealth manager invested "at least $7 million" without approval | ProFootballTalk - Initial reports indicated that wealth manager Ash Narayan had invested without approval $30 million from three pro athletes he represented, including Broncos quarterback Mark Sanchez. An affidavit signed by Sanchez makes clear how much he personally lost.

Parr: Michigan's (and former Bear QB & Niner coach) Jim Harbaugh says "I don't miss NFL" - NFL.com - Michigan's Jim Harbaugh says he's not missing the NFL and that he couldn't be happier about his current job. We don't doubt him, but how long will that feeling last?

Gantt: Panthers G.M. admits contracts a factor to be considered on draft day - ProFootballTalk - Panthers General Manager Dave Gettleman can't come right out and say he drafted defensive tackle Vernon Butler as insurance against the Kawann Short's contract talks going south.

KNOW THY ENEMY

Coleman: Looking Ahead to 2016: Packers' Running Backs - Cover32 - If the Green Bay Packers want to be serious about a title run in 2016, getting a more balanced attack in the rushing department is a must.

Erwin: Vikings Minicamp Recap: Important Notes for 2016 Season - Cover32 - The 2016 Minnesota Vikings' minicamp ended recently on an especially high note. The Vikings as a team practiced sharp with many...

Twentyman: 10 QUESTIONS WITH TWENTYMAN: Which rookie impressed the most? - Lions.com - Tim Twentyman answers 10 fan-submitted questions as the Lions break for the summer.

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