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Bears Agree To One-Year Contract Extension With LS Patrick Mannelly

Found December 24, 2012 on GridironFans.com: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Patrick Mannelly
TEAMS: Chicago Bears
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When the 2012 season kicked off, long-snapper Patrick Mannelly became the longest-tenured player in Chicago Bears history. He has now been with the team for 15 seasons, and General Manager Phil Emery decided today that he'd like to see Pat around for a little while longer. The team announced today that Mannelly has been given a one-year contract extension, which will keep him in the Navy and Orange through the 2013 season. The 37 year old Mannelly has shown no signs of slowing down this season, often being involved in tackles on punt coverage. Special Teams coach Dave Toub has had a few hiccups this season, but Mannelly is a guy that he knows will show up game after game and perform at the highest of levels. Source: SBNation.com
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