The Bear’s Den, July 20, 2023

THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL

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As Bears training camp approaches, three reasons for pessimism – NBC Sports Chicago - There are legit questions about the Bears offense and the Bears defense

Should the Bears be in play for any franchise-tag running backs? - On Tap Sports Net - Even with a crowded backfield, should the Chicago Bears kick the tires on Saquon Barkley or Josh Jacobs? The answer feels quite simple.

Chicago Bears Training Camp Battles to Monitor #3: Jack Sanborn vs. Noah Sewell - On Tap Sports Net - The battle for the strong-side linebacker spot between Jack Sanborn and Noah Sewell should be hotly contested in Chicago Bears’ training camp.

Bears’ Cole Kmet rising through the ranks of NFL tight ends - On Tap Sports Net - Once the subject of scrutiny, Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet has climbed the NFL tight end rankings following a strong 2022 season.

Justin Fields welcomes hundreds of kids to second annual youth football camp - ChicagoBears.com - Bears quarterback Justin Fields hosted a youth football camp at Deerfield High School Wednesday for around 500 kids who had the opportunity to personally interact with the third-year pro and compete on the field through drills and games.

Bears 2023 position preview: Secondary - ChicagoBears.com - With a talented mix of experience and youth, the Bears’ defensive backfield could be one of their strongest position groups this season.

Wood: Grading the Roster - Offense - Da Bears Blog - Camp approaches, which means it’s time for me to grade the roster. Like I’ve done the last few years, I’ll grade on a 1-10 scale, with 1 being the worst in the NFL, 10 being the best, and 5 being an average NFL unit. Let’s get right down to it.

Justin Fields ready to go: ‘It’s gonna be a fun season.’ - Chicago Sun-Times - The Bears quarterback spent part of his offseason bonding with teammates on and off the field. “The camaraderie with everyone on the team — I think that’s the biggest thing,” he said. “We’re all just trying to reach the same goal and that’s to win the Super Bowl.”

CHGO Bears Podcast | How Chicago Bears TE Cole Kmet’s extension could be impacted by Evan Engram - CHGO - Subscribe to the Show

Colin Cowherd believes Bears QB Justin Fields has an ego problem - Bears Wire - Don’t look now Chicago Bears fans, but your favorite media personality is at it again.

Eddie Jackson vows to play ‘one of the best seasons ever’ by a safety - Bears Wire - Bears safety Eddie Jackson has a chip on his shoulder heading into the 2023 season.

Bears’ Justin Fields happy with new offense: ‘A very exciting time’ - Bears Wire - Bears QB Justin Fields expressed his excitement working with the new pieces on offense.

Chicago Bears bottom half team in ESPN future power rankings – NBC Sports Chicago - ESPN future power rankings judged each team’s QB, overall roster, drafting, front office and coaching.

KNOW THINE ENEMY

Lomas Brown: I purposely missed a block to get Scott Mitchell hurt - NBC Sports - Former Lions offensive tackle and current ESPN analyst Lomas Brown made a startling confession in a radio interview on Friday: Brown said that he once purposely missed a block because he wanted the man he was supposed to block, Packers defensive end Sean Jones, to injure Lions quarterback Scott Mitchell.

Packers announce signings of Alex McGough, Luke Musgrave - NBC Sports - The Packers announced the signings of Alex McGough and Luke Musgrave on Wednesday.

Report: Jets trading Denzel Mims to Lions - NBC Sports - The Jets did not waive receiver Denzel Mims, because they traded him instead, Connor Hughes of SNY reports.

POLISH SAUSAGE

Saquon Barkley: I could show my worth by not showing up - NBC Sports - Will Barkley stay away from the Giants into the regular season?

Jets have not released Denzel Mims, hope to find a trade partner - NBC Sports - The Jets are done with wide receiver Denzel Mims. (See above)

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRON

Chicago Bears Fan Census: Where do you cheer for the Bears from? - Windy City Gridiron - Chicago Bears fans are worldwide, so we want to know where you live and cheer for the beloved Navy and Orange!

Zimmerman's Chicago Bears Training Camp Preview: Tremaine Edmunds and new look D - Windy City Gridiron - It’s part 2 of DBB’s Robert Schmitz conversation on Bears Banter to preview training camp!

Zimmerman's Chicago Bears Training Camp Battle; SAM LB: Jack Sanborn vs Noah Sewell - Windy City Gridiron - The battle for the SAM linebacker may not be a battle at all, unless Noah Sewell really emerges in training camp.

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