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
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Stock Watch: Chicago Bears Training Camp
I’ll admit it: it’s way too early to predict who will make the final roster and who will be on the outside looking in come September. It’s only the middle of week 2 in Bourbonnais. But a few players have been making headlines at Bears camp for different reasons. Let’s take a look at who’s getting camp off on the right foot and who might be on the bubble after a poor … [Read more...] about Stock Watch: Chicago Bears Training Camp
Chicago Bears Training Camp Position Battles: Wide Receivers
Position battles are always a focal point of training camp. This summer in Bourbonnais will be no different for the Chicago Bears. Over the next few weeks, I’ll dissect the ongoing battles at each position and analyze the talent on the depth chart. First up will be the wide receiving corps, which has become an incredibly deep and athletic group under new GM Phil Emery. … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears Training Camp Position Battles: Wide Receivers
Chicago Bears Need to Take a Flier on Terrell Owens
Ok, so no one showed up at Terrell Owens' NFL scout workout day. No team is interested. Aw, poor baby, so sad, too bad. But if if and buts were candy and nuts then we'd all have a merry christmas. The Chicago Bears aren't really in a position to lose much here. TO is desperate for a gig anywhere, so the asking price will be low. The Monsters of the Midway won't have to worry … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears Need to Take a Flier on Terrell Owens
Keys for Detroit Lions vs. Chicago Bears Monday Night Football
There is a buzz in Motown that hasn’t been experienced since the Pistons and Red Wings ruled the roost years past. The Detroit Lions not only get to play on Monday night, but they also get to take on the Monsters of the Midway-their rivals in the NFC North. There are some obvious points of contention that will decide the game with the Chicago Bears tonight. The Lions are … [Read more...] about Keys for Detroit Lions vs. Chicago Bears Monday Night Football
Five Lessons We Learned From the Saints’ Beatdown of the Bears
After a rousing Week 1 victory over the Atlanta Falcons at Soldier Field, the Chicago Bears headed down to the Superdome in New Orleans to battle the Saints in another NFC South matchup. All of the confidence they brought with them south of the Mason-Dixon line didn't mean diddly squat, however, as the Saints picked apart the Bears' weakened secondary and sacked Jay Cutler six … [Read more...] about Five Lessons We Learned From the Saints’ Beatdown of the Bears
Full, Updated List of Ohio State Buckeyes in the NFL
Former Ohio State Buckeyes playing in the National Football League this season will number 37 when your peruse the 53-man opening day rosters. The 2011 NFL season gets under way tonight when the Green Bay Packers hosts New Orleans in a game that will feature four former Buckeyes: A.J. Hawk and Ryan Pickett will suit up for the defending Super Bowl champions and Malcolm Jenkins … [Read more...] about Full, Updated List of Ohio State Buckeyes in the NFL
Chicago Bears WR Corps: Former Buckeyes Dane Sanzenbacher In?
When it comes to Chicago Bears wide receivers news this week, it's all about former Dallas Cowboys wideout and alleged #1 receiver Roy Williams. He's done absolutely nothing since he got here, and is clearly out of shape. He could lose his starting gig. According to the Chicago Sun-Times, Bears’ receivers coach Darryl Drake sent a strong message to Williams on Wednesday, … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears WR Corps: Former Buckeyes Dane Sanzenbacher In?
Terrelle Pryor – Championship Quarterback?
There’s a question that has hung over the 2010 Ohio State Buckeyes like a yellow cloud since April. The question is still fraught with significance in late October as the team prepares for another back alley brawl with the Wisconsin Badgers. Reporters spring the question on every member of the Ohio State football program: Jim Tressel, Dane Sanzenbacher, Brandon Saine, Cameron … [Read more...] about Terrelle Pryor – Championship Quarterback?
#2 Ohio State-Illinois: the Brutally Honest Game Preview
The last three times Illinois beat Ohio State: 2007, 2001, 1999, it was in Columbus. For some reason, the Illini play the Buckeyes much better in the Buckeye state than they do at home. The last time they beat Ohio State in Champaign, Vanilla Ice and MC Hammer were at the peak of their popularity. Whenever Illinois is having a good season, they seem to beat the Buckeyes, as … [Read more...] about #2 Ohio State-Illinois: the Brutally Honest Game Preview