ISRAEL IDONIJE RUMORS

Bears DE Israel Idonije Could Lose His Starting Job?

The Bears drafted Shea McClellin 19th overall to be their starting left defensive end and provide a consistent pass rush playing opposite Julius Peppers. McClellin’s arrival could push Israel Idonije, the starter at left end since early in the 2010 season, into a backup role, but there’s little doubt Idonije will battle if given an opportunity to compete to keep a starting spot...
Via GridironFans.com  |  19 days ago

Video Of The Day: Israel Idonije Highlights

Here is a look at what Bears defensive end Israel Idonije has done since taking over as a starter on the defensive line. Jake Perper is the owner and head writer for Bearsbacker.com. Follow him on Twitter, @Bearsbacker and on Facebook for up to the minute news about the Bears.
Via Bears Backer  |  March 20, 2012

Chicago Bears re-sign Israel Idonije to a 1-year contract

Bears veteran free agent DE Israel Idonije has agreed to terms on a one-year contract, according to the team website. The news comes on the same day that the Bears, touted by many as being one of the leading contenders for Mario Williams' services, lost out to the Bills. Although the team are seeking to improve the pass rush, which ranked 28th in sacks per pass play last season...
Via 60 Max Power O  |  March 16, 2012

2012 NFL Free Agency Day Three Recap, Chicago Bears Edition

Day three of NFL free agency was pretty slow when it came to transactions, especially for the Chicago Bears. The Bears made one move by re-signing veteran defensive end Israel Idonije to a one-year deal. Let’s breakdown the Bears lone signing and rumors by position. RB: Michael Bush visited Halas Hall on Wednesday and left without signing a deal. According to ESPN’s Adam...
Via Bears Backer  |  March 15, 2012

Bears Re-Sign Israel Idonije

According to Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune, the Bears have re-sign defensive end Israel Idonije to a 1 year deal. As of right now, Idonije will be the starting DE on the other side of Julius Peppers. However, the Bears could still look for another DE in free agency and use a high pick to draft a DE. But that’s still to be determine and we will find the answer out soon enough...
Via Rant Sports  |  March 15, 2012

Bears Re-Sign DE Israel Idonije To A One-Year Deal

The Chicago Bears have re-signed defensive end Israel Idonije to a one-year contract, the team announced on Twitter. Financial terms were not disclosed. Signed by the Cleveland Browns as an undrafted free agent out of Manitoba-Canada, Idonije joined the Bears in 2004 and has racked up 224 tackles, 21 sacks and 15 passes defensed in 118 career games. The 6-foot-6, 275-pound defensive...
Via GridironFans.com  |  March 15, 2012

Idonije honored for work in community

Bears defensive end Israel Idonije is among three well-known African-American leaders in Chicago being honored by Fifth Third Bank in celebration of Black History Month.
Via chicagobears.com  |  February 15, 2012

Bears Expected To Make A Push To Re-Sign DE Israel Idonije

Their decision-making process on potential free agents won't kick into high gear until the Bears hire a new general manager, but indications are the Bears will push to re-sign Israel Idonije, who started every game opposite Julius Peppers at defensive end in 2011. Idonije has the support of the coaching staff and is favored by some of the most powerful members of the front office...
Via GridironFans.com  |  January 14, 2012

Idonije optimistic despite 'rough year'

Veteran DE's sack total is down, but he sees better days ahead with BearsIsrael Idonije didn't need to glance at the numbers to comprehend what kind of season it has been.
Via Chicago Breaking Sports  |  December 29, 2011

Bears ‘didn’t play to our level,’ Israel Idonije admits

The Bears won’t soon forget the name of the Kansas City Chiefs ­quarterback. On the final play of the first half, Tyler Palko — whose first name a couple of Bears defenders couldn’t recall early last week — appeared to throw his seventh interception in three starts. But Bears middle linebacker Brian Urlacher and rookie safety Chris Conte batted the ball down into the arms...
Via Inside the Bears  |  December 04, 2011
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