“Lip service.” Those are the exact words Brian Urlacher used to describe the Bears’ efforts to resign him. Granted, the lack of cap space and Urlacher’s recent rash of injuries put Phil Emery in an awkward situation in terms of how to operate in contract negotiations. But this disgraceful divorce from the 13-year face of the franchise will impact the Bears in this … [Read more...] about How Brian Urlacher’s Departure Impacts the Chicago Bears
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Chicago Bears mock draft composite part 2
About a week has passed since I released part one of this mock draft composite. A few of those 13 expert predictions for whom the Bears will pick have changed since I compiled the list on February 23rd. Take a look at who has changed their mind since last week, and get an inside look at the rest of the draft prospects who have been most commonly linked to the Bears. … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears mock draft composite part 2
What’s the 2nd biggest problem the Chicago Bears have?
It’s no secret at this point. The most glaring need that the Chicago Bears need to address this offseason is their offensive line. You can copy and paste the 2 sentences above into a description of the Bears heading into last offseason. And in 2010… And in 2009… You get my point. Unfortunately for Jay Cutler, he had to get dragged to the turf 148 times over the past 4 … [Read more...] about What’s the 2nd biggest problem the Chicago Bears have?
Tennessee QB Tyler Bray leaving school early for NFL Draft
QB Tyler Bray is leaving Tennessee to put his name into April's NFL Draft, a source tells CBS. Bray has a reputation as a bit of head case. You might even classify him as (with apologies to "Bull Durham") a million dollar arm, ten cent head. Or perhaps this draft's version of Ryan Mallett, Ryan Leaf, Jimmy Claussen etc. So now that Bray's Vols career is over, where will he … [Read more...] about Tennessee QB Tyler Bray leaving school early for NFL Draft
NFL Draft 2012: Best and worst team-to-player fits
When newly drafted players join their NFL teams this season, the coaches, system and competition each encounters will have a huge influence on how quickly they can make an impact. Here’s a look at the best and worst fits for players drafted in 2012. Note: this isn’t an assessment of good or bad picks, but rather an analysis of the best and worst marriages between player and … [Read more...] about NFL Draft 2012: Best and worst team-to-player fits
Minnesota Vikings take Notre Dame safety Harrison Smith
The Minnesota Vikings traded down, but then later traded back up in order to select Harrison Smith from Notre Dame. So in a busy NFL Draft night filled with trades, the Vikings were as busy as anybody It's rare for safeties to go very high overall, but Smith was the second safety taken in this draft. Mark Barron, from the Alabama Crimson Tide is the only one who might go … [Read more...] about Minnesota Vikings take Notre Dame safety Harrison Smith
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Jacksonville Jaguars owner under protest at NFL Draft
Shahid Khan, billionaire owner of the Jacksonville Jaguars has gone “out of bounds,” say workers and community residents who plan to confront the NFL with concerns about the Illinois businessman on Draft Day on April 26th in New York. … [Read more...] about Jacksonville Jaguars owner under protest at NFL Draft
Indianapolis Colts 2012 NFL Draft preview: Andrew Luck, then what?
New Indianapolis Colts GM Ryan Grigson made official Tuesday what we all pretty much knew back in January: the franchise will select Stanford quarterback Andrew Luck with the No. 1 pick in today's NFL Draft. Luck is billed as the most pro-ready quarterback prospect to enter the league since Peyton Manning, the man he's succeeding in Indianapolis. Some would go even further … [Read more...] about Indianapolis Colts 2012 NFL Draft preview: Andrew Luck, then what?
New England Patriots: most interesting team in 2012 NFL Draft?
Doesn't it seem like the New England Patriots go out of their way EVERY season to trade down and acquire more picks? Every year, they're a fun team to watch on draft day, because they always seem to end up with more picks than anyone else. In 2012, even more so, because they have four picks in the first two rounds. And even though they were just one Wes Welker drop, or … [Read more...] about New England Patriots: most interesting team in 2012 NFL Draft?