Posted March 12, 2012 on chi.scout.com
PLAYERS: Marion Barber
TEAMS: Chicago Bears
Chicago has placed a qualifying tender on restricted free agent running back Kahlil Bell, which likely means the end of Marion Barber’s time in the Windy City.
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