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Brian Urlacher thinks Devin Hester should land in Tampa Bay

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By now, you've no doubt heard what Brian Urlacher had to say about the Chicago Bears not offering Devin Hester a new deal. Since Urlacher had his less than amicable break-up with the Bears organization in 2013, he isn't holding back at all when it comes to criticizing the Bears front office. At times, Brian Urlacher can sound like an ex-spouse who still holds grievances from a … [Read more...] about Brian Urlacher thinks Devin Hester should land in Tampa Bay

Chicago Bears free agency preview part two: the targets

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  Chicago Bears free agency is here. Tomorrow is the first day that NFL teams can officially start contacting their targets. And the Bears have made a couple moves already with some of their own guys. In part one of my Chicago Bears free agency preview, I looked at who will be likely leaving Chicago; as Devin Hester is. (Update: Brian Urlacher thinks Hester could … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears free agency preview part two: the targets

Chicago Bears free agency preview part one: the departing

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  Chicago Bears free agency is here! Yes, the NFL has succeeded in making themselves a year round sport. Well, close enough. Nothing goes on in June and training camps don't open until very late July, but with NFL Draft now moved to May, you now have some NFL news to consume year round. Saturday is when Chicago Bears free agency begins. Well, NFL free agency … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears free agency preview part one: the departing

Chicago Bears part ways with Devin Hester

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The Chicago Bears have told Devin Hester they want "to go a different route." (Update: Brian Urlacher thinks Hester could land in Tampa Bay) Devin Hester has captivated Chicago like few other professional athletes with his breathtaking returns since joining the Bears in 2006.  He holds a host of league records, including the most combined kickoff and punt returns for … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears part ways with Devin Hester

Ex Bears practice squad QB Zak Kustok to testify in father’s murder trial

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Zak Kustok, former practice squad quarterback with the Chicago Bears, Miami Dolphins and Green Bay Packers has been subpoenaed, and is on the list of potential witnesses for the murder trial of his father, Allan Kustok. He is on trial for murdering his wife Jeanie Kustok. Opening arguments begin today at Bridgeview County Courthouse. Zak Kustok is the brother of Sarah … [Read more...] about Ex Bears practice squad QB Zak Kustok to testify in father’s murder trial

Martellus Bennett says Benjamins are key to landing brother Michael in Chicago

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"It all comes down to our other brother, Benjamin franklin," said Chicago Bears Tight End Martellus Bennett in regards to the hopes of Chicago signing his brother Michael Bennett away from the Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks. "The Benjis talk, I can only do so much by talking to him, at the end of the day you got to show him the money," Martellus continued during his … [Read more...] about Martellus Bennett says Benjamins are key to landing brother Michael in Chicago

Bears Martellus Bennett on Michael Sam and what he means to the NFL

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Martellus Bennett is the best soundbite on the Chicago Bears, and one of the best soundbites in the NFL. He's probably the best Bears soundbite in a generation, maybe since Jim McMahon. Here, he opines more on Michael Sam coming out and what his announcement means to the NFL Would Michael Sam be welcomed in the Chicago Bears locker room? How will Sam's announcement affect … [Read more...] about Bears Martellus Bennett on Michael Sam and what he means to the NFL