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Chicago Bears cut ex-Buckeye Dane Sanzenbacher

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The Chicago Bears have decided to part ways with their homeless man's version of Wes Welker, a guy known for wearing bolo ties while in college at Ohio State. Sanzenbacher played in just four games this year totaling a WHOPPING one reception for seven yards. He had a better rookie year last season, appearing in 16 games, 27 receptions on 54 targets, 276 yards and three … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears cut ex-Buckeye Dane Sanzenbacher

CSN Chicago’s 25th annual sports awards honoring top Chicago sports figures

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Need somewhere to go this winter once the holiday parties are over? Or something to watch as football season winds down? Some of the biggest chicago sports legends and current stars will be honored at the 25th Annual Comcast SportsNet Sports Awards benefiting the March of Dimes.  The silver anniversary reception, dinner & ceremony will be held on Thursday, January 24th, … [Read more...] about CSN Chicago’s 25th annual sports awards honoring top Chicago sports figures

670 The Score Bears Overcoverage: unlistenable self-promotion

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How much Chicago Bears coverage is enough? Everyone in the media, including myself, is guilty of ridiculous over-coverage of the team. But 670 The Score is by far the worst offender. And a major reason they do it is to promote their sister station, WBBM, which broadcasts the team's games on the radio. Obviously, this is a Bears town first. Whether the team is winning or … [Read more...] about 670 The Score Bears Overcoverage: unlistenable self-promotion

Bears Chris Conte rips fans in Tweet; channels George W. Bush

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Remember after 9/11 when then President George W. Bush proclaimed "you're either with us, or with the terrorists" to the entire world? Well the NFL version of that came today after the Green Bay Packers beat the Chicago Bears and put the Bears in serious jeopardy of making the playoffs. Bears safety Chris Conte turned on his own fans by tweeting the following: … [Read more...] about Bears Chris Conte rips fans in Tweet; channels George W. Bush

Packers clinch consecutive NFC North titles with win over the Bears

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With a hard-fought 21-13 win at Soldier Field, the Green Bay Packers have won the NFC North Division for the second consecutive season. It's a great day for Packers fans as the Chicago Bears are also sent into desperation mode in regards to their playoff hopes. Green Bay (10-4) has now won 12 straight against divisional opponents and have their eye set on a first-round … [Read more...] about Packers clinch consecutive NFC North titles with win over the Bears

Let the battle for the NFC North between the Packers and Bears begin

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This article could start out about how the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears take part in the NFL's oldest rivalry, blah blah blah, but let's not get too cliche. For the most part, today's players could care less about the league's historic rivalries. As long as a pay-check is being deposited into their bank accounts, playing resumes as usual. With that said, the … [Read more...] about Let the battle for the NFC North between the Packers and Bears begin

Brandon Marshall brings Charlie Brown X-mas tree, Packer jabs to press conference

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Almost all Chicago Bears press conferences completely suck. That's because their PR (police resistance) forces their players and coaches to say little to nothing. This one however, is the exception. Star wide receiver Brandon Marshall brought the Charlie Brown Christmas tree, complete with theme music to this press conference. He also fired a lot of shots at the Green Bay … [Read more...] about Brandon Marshall brings Charlie Brown X-mas tree, Packer jabs to press conference

It’s Deja Vu All Over Again for the Chicago Bears

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Injuries have played a role in the Bears recent struggles. But this version of the Bears yearly collapse has many other factors. One way or another, the Bears always seem to find a way to fall short of their potential. Whether it be injuries, play calling, personnel, or Father Time, every aspect seems to make a yearly appearance at one point or another and derail the … [Read more...] about It’s Deja Vu All Over Again for the Chicago Bears

Chicago Bears Send Robbie Gould to Season-Ending IR

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The Chicago Bears will be without former Pro Bowl kicker Robbie Gould for at least the remainder of the regular season. Gould would also likely miss the playoffs should the Bears make an appearance. After pulling up lame with an apparent calf injury in pre-game warmups before Sunday's loss to the Minnesota Vikings, Gould was replaced by punter Adam Podlesh on kickoff duties. … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears Send Robbie Gould to Season-Ending IR