Resigning and franchise tags aside these are the best free agent wide receivers available:
http://www.footballsfuture.com/2012/fa/wr.html
Check it out
Saturday, January 28, 2012
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Bears to Interview Four GM Candidates.
Heres the link:
http://www.chicagobears.com/news/NewsStory.asp?story_id=8563
I'm surprised there not interviewing Snead out of Atlanta. With that said, I'm happy the Bears put this list together and haven't defaulted to Tim Ruskell.
http://www.chicagobears.com/news/NewsStory.asp?story_id=8563
I'm surprised there not interviewing Snead out of Atlanta. With that said, I'm happy the Bears put this list together and haven't defaulted to Tim Ruskell.
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
2012 Off-Season Needs
1) Wide-Receiver
The Bears have gone too long experimenting and trying to develop guys that haven't worked out. I like seeing flashes from Knox, Hester and Sanzenbacher but by the end of the season they come up short in production. Keep Bennet and Hester(for punt returns) and let other guys compete in training camp. Depending on who ends up being available in free agency the Bears may need to get active in the draft. Maybe a Falcons Julio Jones move is in the works with our new General Manager...
2) Offensive Tackle
It seems that many analyst have forgotten the patch work line that we had for the first quarter of the season. After Lovie laid the smack down and returned the offense to run first it seems the Bears O-Line got a passing grade. With that said, I think the Bears need to get a starting left tackle if they don't have one already in Gabe Carimi.
3) Safety
I hear that we need a new safety but not totally sure this a huge need. It seems that the Bears defense was dominant at times in the season and can use guys on the current roster.
4) Pass Rusher inside or outside
The Bears pass rush dissipated by the end of the season and we need some salt with our pepper...
The Bears have gone too long experimenting and trying to develop guys that haven't worked out. I like seeing flashes from Knox, Hester and Sanzenbacher but by the end of the season they come up short in production. Keep Bennet and Hester(for punt returns) and let other guys compete in training camp. Depending on who ends up being available in free agency the Bears may need to get active in the draft. Maybe a Falcons Julio Jones move is in the works with our new General Manager...
2) Offensive Tackle
It seems that many analyst have forgotten the patch work line that we had for the first quarter of the season. After Lovie laid the smack down and returned the offense to run first it seems the Bears O-Line got a passing grade. With that said, I think the Bears need to get a starting left tackle if they don't have one already in Gabe Carimi.
3) Safety
I hear that we need a new safety but not totally sure this a huge need. It seems that the Bears defense was dominant at times in the season and can use guys on the current roster.
4) Pass Rusher inside or outside
The Bears pass rush dissipated by the end of the season and we need some salt with our pepper...
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Malcolm Floyd is Dreaming...Asking for 5M
According to this link, Malcolm Floyd is asking in the neighborhood of 5 million...We assume that is 5 Million per year.
Is this guy better then Bennet, Williams, Knox, Hester?
We think so....We have him slotted as the #2a WR spot on the Bears starting roster.
2a - Malcolm Floyd
2b - Bennet
2c - Hester
2d - Knox
Nobody is a #1 but it could be worse...
What do you think?
Is this guy better then Bennet, Williams, Knox, Hester?
We think so....We have him slotted as the #2a WR spot on the Bears starting roster.
2a - Malcolm Floyd
2b - Bennet
2c - Hester
2d - Knox
Nobody is a #1 but it could be worse...
What do you think?
Conflicting Reports: Bears Sign Anthony Hargrove DT
There are conflicting reports that the Bears have signed Saints DT Anthony Hargrove. Injured last year but the year before was very productive. Has struggled with personal life but seems to be on the right track now...
Bears Have 24 Million Left in Salary Cap
According to PFT the Bears and 10 other teams have considerable amount of cap space. The misconception out there is that they need to spend 89% this year. According to the new CBA that minimum of 89% goes into effect for the 2013 season so the Bears can continue to think their done....
Remander of off season wish list:
1) Proven starter offensive line help - Could be a veteran for a one year deal but we need some insurance to back up our youth and tuck us in at night.
2) Sign WR Malcolm Floyd - The Bears might get better with the addition of Williams but the key word is "might." Superbowls aren't won with "mights" there won with reliable playmakers.
3) New Deal for Matt Forte - The guy is a class act and he is better than just a RB, but critical to Martz's offense with his out of the backfield catching ability.
Remander of off season wish list:
1) Proven starter offensive line help - Could be a veteran for a one year deal but we need some insurance to back up our youth and tuck us in at night.
2) Sign WR Malcolm Floyd - The Bears might get better with the addition of Williams but the key word is "might." Superbowls aren't won with "mights" there won with reliable playmakers.
3) New Deal for Matt Forte - The guy is a class act and he is better than just a RB, but critical to Martz's offense with his out of the backfield catching ability.
Monday, August 1, 2011
Steer Clear of Braylon Edwards
Check out this article why the Bears should avoid Braylon Edwards as they should have with Cedric Benson:
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/01/braylon-edwards-has-another-brush-with-the-law/
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/01/braylon-edwards-has-another-brush-with-the-law/
Slipped: Bears interested in Malcolm Floyd
The Bears have made contact with WR Malcolm Floyd. Check it out here:
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-bears-could-look-to-add-wr-if-they-move-olsen-20110728,0,6366542.story
This would be the best move aside from signing more strength to the OL.
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-bears-could-look-to-add-wr-if-they-move-olsen-20110728,0,6366542.story
This would be the best move aside from signing more strength to the OL.
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Source: Bears Pursuing Braylon Edwards
According to Gary Myers of NYDN the Bears are pursuing Braylon Edwards...
http://twitter.com/#!/garymyersnydn
http://twitter.com/#!/garymyersnydn
Friday, July 29, 2011
Who's still available for the Bears?
According to PFT top 80 free agents below who could interest the Bears with their sizable salary cap room:
Braylon Edwards, Jets WR - Future #1 for the Bears?
Aubrayo Franklin, 49ers DT
Brandon Mebane, Seahawks DT
Steve Smith, Giants WR
Matt Light, Patriots T - Webb insurance policy?
James Jones, Packers WR
Jared Gaither, Ravens T
Malcom Floyd, Chargers WR - Waddle keeps advocating for this guy...
Jammal Brown, Redskins T
Plaxico Burress, Giants WR
Braylon Edwards, Jets WR - Future #1 for the Bears?
Aubrayo Franklin, 49ers DT
Brandon Mebane, Seahawks DT
Steve Smith, Giants WR
Matt Light, Patriots T - Webb insurance policy?
James Jones, Packers WR
Jared Gaither, Ravens T
Malcom Floyd, Chargers WR - Waddle keeps advocating for this guy...
Jammal Brown, Redskins T
Plaxico Burress, Giants WR
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Offseason Plan
Heres what I would do if I was Jerry Angelo:
1) Draft in 1st or 2nd round a quality offensive linemen - I believe this alone will increase the productivity of the offense a measurable amount. It will also give Cutler more confidence and his ability to read the field and hit the closing window.
2) Sign a reliable free agent for the offensive line - The offensive line is that big of a problem that I would address as my top two priorities for the offseason. I haven't even mentioned although its a forgone conclusion that the bears will resign Olin Kreutz, but how reliable is he? How much time does he have left in the tank?
3) In the 1st or 2nd round draft a defensive player. You might think that defensive tackle is the greatest need since Tommie Harris's departure but I don't think thats necessarily the case. Harris had to win his starting job back in the middle of the season but I'm not sure if that was a tactic of Lovie or if Harris was playing that poorly. My gut would say that Harris wasn't playing up to expectations and needed a Lovie reality check. With that all said, I think DT, CB, or S in the 1st or 2nd round. Daniele Manning is in limbo with the CBA and I think the bears will resign him for the right price. Its hard to strategize in these labor turmoils but Manning can be solid.
4) If available, sign a veteran wide receiver. I know this is a duh but I don't think its the greatest need. Johnny Knox and Earl Bennet were developing last year and Hester is back where he should be. It would be nice to sign a #1 wide receiver but there are 31 other teams that need one too. What kept us out of the super bowl was the offensive line, not the wide receivers. I get tired of commentators saying we don't have good wide receivers but I think we do.
4a) A possibility if available would be to trade Greg Olsen for a starting wide receiver. This has to be a long shot and may require draft picks, but I could see this happening. Off the top of my head I don't know who needs a tight end, and if you do you should work for espn or something, and don't get me wrong I like Greg Olsen but he needs a different system to use his skill set.
5) Draft competition in rounds 3-7. Angelo is good at finding talent in later rounds and if I were him I would take the best guy available after accomplishing the above.
Heres hoping theirs football next year.
1) Draft in 1st or 2nd round a quality offensive linemen - I believe this alone will increase the productivity of the offense a measurable amount. It will also give Cutler more confidence and his ability to read the field and hit the closing window.
2) Sign a reliable free agent for the offensive line - The offensive line is that big of a problem that I would address as my top two priorities for the offseason. I haven't even mentioned although its a forgone conclusion that the bears will resign Olin Kreutz, but how reliable is he? How much time does he have left in the tank?
3) In the 1st or 2nd round draft a defensive player. You might think that defensive tackle is the greatest need since Tommie Harris's departure but I don't think thats necessarily the case. Harris had to win his starting job back in the middle of the season but I'm not sure if that was a tactic of Lovie or if Harris was playing that poorly. My gut would say that Harris wasn't playing up to expectations and needed a Lovie reality check. With that all said, I think DT, CB, or S in the 1st or 2nd round. Daniele Manning is in limbo with the CBA and I think the bears will resign him for the right price. Its hard to strategize in these labor turmoils but Manning can be solid.
4) If available, sign a veteran wide receiver. I know this is a duh but I don't think its the greatest need. Johnny Knox and Earl Bennet were developing last year and Hester is back where he should be. It would be nice to sign a #1 wide receiver but there are 31 other teams that need one too. What kept us out of the super bowl was the offensive line, not the wide receivers. I get tired of commentators saying we don't have good wide receivers but I think we do.
4a) A possibility if available would be to trade Greg Olsen for a starting wide receiver. This has to be a long shot and may require draft picks, but I could see this happening. Off the top of my head I don't know who needs a tight end, and if you do you should work for espn or something, and don't get me wrong I like Greg Olsen but he needs a different system to use his skill set.
5) Draft competition in rounds 3-7. Angelo is good at finding talent in later rounds and if I were him I would take the best guy available after accomplishing the above.
Heres hoping theirs football next year.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Our take on the Negotiations
As I understand it the 18 game schedule is a bargaining strategy that the owners dangle in front of the the NFLPA, similarly to the players dangling the decertification. Both sides aren't going to play their joker card, but they want it on the table to get what they really want...cash. Both sides I'm sure will agree on the rookie wage scale, because guess what the rookies don't have a say because they aren't at the table. Its also a no brainer that an unproven player shouldn't be paid higher than proven veterans. My bold prediction is that a deal is going to get done by Thursday 5pm est. The owners want more of the pie, but the players won't give it up. This is again why the owners came up with the 18 game schedule idea. I could see an agreement on the 18 game schedule but an adjustment to the revenue pie because everyone wants to get richer.
We are tired of people saying, "why can't they figure out a way to divvy up 9 billion?" The answer to this question is because both embolden sides believe they have equal rights to that said 9 billion. An interesting comment I've read is "why don't the owners get a piece of the endorsement contracts?" Would the players be getting any money if it wasn't for the owners? No. So I believe those endorsement should be a part of the negotiations...Lets see if Peyton, Drew, and Tom are so quick to sue for anti-trust then.
We are tired of people saying, "why can't they figure out a way to divvy up 9 billion?" The answer to this question is because both embolden sides believe they have equal rights to that said 9 billion. An interesting comment I've read is "why don't the owners get a piece of the endorsement contracts?" Would the players be getting any money if it wasn't for the owners? No. So I believe those endorsement should be a part of the negotiations...Lets see if Peyton, Drew, and Tom are so quick to sue for anti-trust then.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Bears Trading for Vincent Jackson?
The doldrums of the summer off-season have been awakened with a sudden rush of rumor wind. According to PFT (link here) the Bears are interested in trading for Vincent Jackson. Apparently Vincent is on the trading block. It is speculated that Vincent would require another one of the Chicago Bears first round picks and lead to another year of buzzless draft rumors which isn't good for business:)
Our humble opinion is that vincent isn't worth a first round pick and isn't a huge upgrade.
Our humble opinion is that vincent isn't worth a first round pick and isn't a huge upgrade.
Monday, May 24, 2010
Say it Ain't so: T.O. to Bears?
According to PFT TO is trying to squirm his way into the Bears roster. Supposedly TO wants a one year 5 million dollar deal. This would be a great deal if this were any other great receiver in the NFL but since its TO, we say no way. T.O. is a cancer to any locker room and would seal the end of Lovie Smith's opportunity as the head coach of the Chicago Bears. I don't think Angelo or Lovie would be this dumb to sign Lovie but who knows.
Monday, May 10, 2010
Bears interested in G Justin Smiley?
Bears are interested in Justin Smiley but aren't going to do anything until he's released. Check out PFT article here. Bears still need to upgrade the left guard position and as of yet have done nothing to address the hole via free agency or the draft. Its only May and there should be some June 1st cuts and the Bears may grab someone then.
We thought this was the biggest need in the draft and the Bears did nothing. Although they maybe able to fill the hole with someone already on their roster but that didn't work out so well with Frank Omiyale last year why do they think it will work this year?
We thought this was the biggest need in the draft and the Bears did nothing. Although they maybe able to fill the hole with someone already on their roster but that didn't work out so well with Frank Omiyale last year why do they think it will work this year?
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Bears Still Searching for a Guard
According to PFT, check out article here, the Bears are inquiring of FA guard Shawn Andrews. We are not sure what is good or bad about the guy. We checked out an article on ESPN to get some more insight as to why he was let go in the first place. It seems he has injury concerns but could potentially return to dominance if desire to play at a professional level still exists. If anything he deserves a second look and could fill the LG position quite well.
The Bears need to do something at the position before training camp.
The Bears need to do something at the position before training camp.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Panthers Safety Chris Harris maybe coming back?
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Bears to pursue G Alan Faneca
Alan Faneca signed a great deal a couple years ago with the Jets and now he's on the free market. I imagine his release was due to the non-salary cap hit and the newly acquired Vladimir Ducasse. With the Bears not addressing what I felt was their biggest need this seems like a no brainer. The question remains what kind of dollars is Faneca expecting? The Bears have to have some cash left over for this kind of situation and we can't imagine Faneca getting more than a couple million per year at the ripe age of 33. With all that said the left guard missing puzzle piece on the Bears offensive line has a Alan Faneca shape.
Check out the article with Angelo's comments regarding pursuing Faneca here.
Check out the article with Angelo's comments regarding pursuing Faneca here.
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Bold Prediction: Bears Select Nate Allen with the 53rd Pick
Bold Prediction: Bears Select Nate Allen with the 53rd Pick
By: Aaron Searles
I’m not sure how they are going to do it, but it is my prediction that the Bears will trade with the New England Patriots and acquire their 3rd 2nd round pick, which is the 53rd pick in the NFL Draft. The Bears biggest need is at the left guard position, but they can draft a productive guard in any round of the draft. The Bears biggest need at a skill position is at free safety. It could be Greg Olsen or somebody else that New England has deemed worthy to play for their dynasty and will trade their 53rd pick away in combination with other draft picks from the Bears. We are not encouraged that Greg Olsen will stay with the team even though he has publically said that he wants to stay with the team. The NFL is a win now league and the current Bears staff has a win yesterday approach to this year because of their job insecurity. Martz reiterated that Greg Olsen needs to learn how to block and the reality is you can’t change that quickly into a blocking tight end….its written in the sky. So, with all that said, Angelo and with Lovie going “yeah, yeah, yeah” over his shoulder, will acquire Safety Nate Allen.
Angelo….work your magic.
By: Aaron Searles
I’m not sure how they are going to do it, but it is my prediction that the Bears will trade with the New England Patriots and acquire their 3rd 2nd round pick, which is the 53rd pick in the NFL Draft. The Bears biggest need is at the left guard position, but they can draft a productive guard in any round of the draft. The Bears biggest need at a skill position is at free safety. It could be Greg Olsen or somebody else that New England has deemed worthy to play for their dynasty and will trade their 53rd pick away in combination with other draft picks from the Bears. We are not encouraged that Greg Olsen will stay with the team even though he has publically said that he wants to stay with the team. The NFL is a win now league and the current Bears staff has a win yesterday approach to this year because of their job insecurity. Martz reiterated that Greg Olsen needs to learn how to block and the reality is you can’t change that quickly into a blocking tight end….its written in the sky. So, with all that said, Angelo and with Lovie going “yeah, yeah, yeah” over his shoulder, will acquire Safety Nate Allen.
Angelo….work your magic.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Bears Schedule 2010 and Instant Predictions
Bears Regular Season Schedule (All times Eastern)
Week 1: Sunday, Sep. 12, Detroit, 1:00 PM - WIN
Week 2: Sunday, Sep. 19, at Dallas, 1:00 PM - Maybe Win
Week 3: Monday, Sep. 27, Green Bay, 8:30 PM - WIN
Week 4: Sunday, Oct. 3, at NY Giants, 8:20 PM- Maybe Win
Week 5: Sunday, Oct. 10, at Carolina, 1:00 PM - WIN
Week 6: Sunday, Oct. 17, Seattle, 1:00 PM - WIN
Week 7: Sunday, Oct. 24, Washington, 1:00 PM - WIN
Week 8: BYE
Week 9: Sunday, Nov. 7, at Buffalo, 1:00 PM - WIN
Week 10: Sunday, Nov. 14, Minnesota, 1:00 PM - WIN
Week 11: Thursday, Nov. 18, at Miami, 8:20 PM- Maybe Win
Week 12: Sunday, Nov. 28, Philadelphia, 1:00 PM - WIN
Week 13: Sunday, Dec. 5, at Detroit, 1:00 PM - WIN
Week 14: Sunday, Dec. 12, New England, 1:00 PM- Maybe Win
Week 15: Monday, Dec. 20, at Minnesota, 8:30 PM- Maybe Win
Week 16: Sunday, Dec. 26, NY Jets, 1:00 PM - WIN
Week 17: Sunday, Jan. 2, at Green Bay, 1:00 PM- Maybe Win
PREDICTION = 10 - 6
POST YOUR REACTION AND PREDICTIONS!
Week 1: Sunday, Sep. 12, Detroit, 1:00 PM - WIN
Week 2: Sunday, Sep. 19, at Dallas, 1:00 PM - Maybe Win
Week 3: Monday, Sep. 27, Green Bay, 8:30 PM - WIN
Week 4: Sunday, Oct. 3, at NY Giants, 8:20 PM- Maybe Win
Week 5: Sunday, Oct. 10, at Carolina, 1:00 PM - WIN
Week 6: Sunday, Oct. 17, Seattle, 1:00 PM - WIN
Week 7: Sunday, Oct. 24, Washington, 1:00 PM - WIN
Week 8: BYE
Week 9: Sunday, Nov. 7, at Buffalo, 1:00 PM - WIN
Week 10: Sunday, Nov. 14, Minnesota, 1:00 PM - WIN
Week 11: Thursday, Nov. 18, at Miami, 8:20 PM- Maybe Win
Week 12: Sunday, Nov. 28, Philadelphia, 1:00 PM - WIN
Week 13: Sunday, Dec. 5, at Detroit, 1:00 PM - WIN
Week 14: Sunday, Dec. 12, New England, 1:00 PM- Maybe Win
Week 15: Monday, Dec. 20, at Minnesota, 8:30 PM- Maybe Win
Week 16: Sunday, Dec. 26, NY Jets, 1:00 PM - WIN
Week 17: Sunday, Jan. 2, at Green Bay, 1:00 PM- Maybe Win
PREDICTION = 10 - 6
POST YOUR REACTION AND PREDICTIONS!
Monday, April 19, 2010
PFT NFC NORTH NEEDS
Check out the link here.
Chicago Bears needs in Bears Rumors opinion:
Chicago Bears needs in Bears Rumors opinion:
- LG - PFT would say RT, but with Frank Omiyale and Fred Schaeffer competing for the position one of them should pan out...hopefully. Omiyale and Beekman didn't work last year at LG and lets not forget how bad Orlando Pace was at LT. With Williams moving over to LT, Kreutz - Center, and Garza - RG, LG is the biggest hole on the Chicago Bears roster. If the Bears can fill this either with the 3rd or 4th round pick the dynamic duo of Chester Taylor and Matt Forte should do some damage on opposing defenses.
- FS - Not sure why Danielle Manning can't fit in here, but maybe some competition is what is needed. With the Bears first pick being in the 3rd round we aren't too excited about a game changer regardless of the position they draft for.
- 3RD ROUND STRATEGY - BEST PLAYER AVAILABLE. The Bears can't reach with the third pick and this is typically where Angelo's strength lies. Whoever the Bears pick don't expect them to contribute right away..see Jarron Gilbert.
Monday, April 12, 2010
Pisa Tinoisamoa Signs for Another Go
See link here. Bears made a good move in bringing back a potential starter. If anything was clear last year the Bears needed depth at the linebacker position. Pisa needs to prove himself as a starter before he takes the place of someone more deserving. The Bears in our humble opinion, now have the best set of linebackers and believe will help return the Bears defense back to its dominant form.
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
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