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Bears and former Falcons’ Eric Weems agree to a three-year deal

Found March 14, 2012 on The Capital Sports Report: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Eric Weems
TEAMS: Atlanta Falcons,  Chicago Bears
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By Anthony Caruso III
The Capital Sports Report
Owner/Managing Editor/Sr. Writer

The Chicago Bears have signed Eric Weems.

The deal is for three years. Official terms of his contract were not disclosed.

He was a 2010 Pro Bowler, and has returned 113 kickoffs for 2,896 yards. He has one touchdown in 55 career games.

He has also returned 77 punts for 815 yards. He also has one punt return for a touchdown.

He has spent his entire career with the Atlanta Falcons prior to signing with the Bears.

Outside of being a return specialist, he has 24 career receptions for 205 yards. He also has two touchdowns.

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