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Jay Cutler Joins Teammates at Fundraising Dinner

I’m just one of the boys Juan… Chicago Bears receiver Earl Bennett hosted a fundraising dinner in Chicago the other night. All proceeds from the event benefited Bennett’s Legends for Literacy, a charitable organization that provides technology and resources to increase the literacy proficiency rate in after-school programs in Chicago. If Jay Cutler’s smiling, it must have...
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6 hours ago  |  Discuss

Bears Week 2 OTA Wrap Up

The second week of Chicago Bears organized team activities is under way and Bear Report was front and center at today’s practice. We go over all the on-field action during this afternoon’s session.
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14 hours ago  |  Discuss

Jacksonville man who Killed Bears fan Pleads Guilty to Murder

  According to a story courtesy Pro Football Talk, Matthew Reid Hinson, the man accused of slitting the throat of a Chicago Bears fan in October of last year, has plead guilty to the murder. The man accused of murdering William Pettry pleaded guilty to second-degree murder charges on Tuesday. The Florida Times-Union reports that Matthew Reid Hinson will be sentenced at a later...
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15 hours ago  |  Discuss

Offensive lineman Gabe Carimi is betting on himself as he stays away from offseason training activities

Chicago Bears 2011 NFL Draft pick Gabe Carimi has drawn a lot of attention for not participating in Marc Trestman’s first offseason training program. There has been speculation that Carimi could be on the bubble and that attending the program would help him get his footing for training camp. However, Carimi has taken the opposite stance, staying away and clearing his mind of...
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Jay Cutler Joins teammates at Fundraising Dinner

It’s for a good cause T… Chicago Bears receiver Earl Bennett hosted a fundraising dinner in Chicago the other night. All proceeds from the event benefited Bennett’s Legends for Literacy, a charitable organization that provides technology and resources to increase the literacy proficiency rate in after-school programs in Chicago. If Jay Cutler’s smiling, it must have been...
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20 hours ago  |  Discuss

Chicago Bears Need to Add Cornerback Depth to Roster

The Chicago Bears arguably have the two best starting cornerbacks in the NFL right now in Tim Jennings and Charles Tillman.  Both earned starting NFC Pro Bowl nods in 2012 and each had their best seasons in a Bears uniform.   Jennings led the NFL with nine interceptions, while Tillman led the NFL 10 forced fumbles, including four in one game against the Tennessee Titans.  That...
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21 hours ago  |  Discuss

Chicago Bears Week 2 OTA Primer

Media today will have access to the Chicago Bears as they continue organized team activities (OTAs). Bear Report will be front and center looking to answer the following five questions.
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23 hours ago  |  Discuss

WR Mark Harrison Signs On With New England

Mark Harrison originally signed with the Chicago Bears as an undrafted rookie back in April but failed a physical after showing up to rookie minicamp with a foot injury. He was released and is now being signed by the New England Patriots. The former Rutgers star has a nice blend of size (6-3, 200 lbs) and speed (4.46) and could develop into an NFL player but he’s facing an uphill...
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Chicago Bears Release Defensive Tackle Andre Fluellen

After spending about a month with the Bears, Andre Fluellen has been released. He will most certainly get picked up by another team as a camp body with experience but Fluellen is on the downside of his career. He played for both the Lions and Dolphins last season.   The post Chicago Bears Release Defensive Tackle Andre Fluellen appeared first on FFLockerRoom | Fantasy Sports Advice...
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Gabe Carimi working out with LeCharles Bentley, “light years” better than last season

According to the Chicago Tribune, Bears offensive lineman Gabe Carimi has been working out with former NFL lineman LeCharles Bentley and is reportedly “light years” better than he was in 2012. Bentley started running the O-Line Performance Academy after his career ended in 2006 and he worked out with Carimi before he was drafted in 2011. He says Carimi has to change the player...
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Has Gabe Carimi Quit on the Bears, or Vice Versa?

The Chicago Bears have been holding organized team activities this week and every veteran with the team made it, except one - offensive lineman Gabe Carimi. Gabe Carimi should have been there. With a new head coach, there's new plays, terminology and blocking schemes to learn. Head Coach Marc Trestman has said he believes Carimi would play guard in his offense, however Carimi...
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Bears Terminate DT Andre Fluellen's Contract

The Chicago Bears have terminated the contract of vested veteran defensive tackle Andre Fluellen. The team announced the move on Monday. The 6-foot-2, 302-pound Fluellen has played in 56 games with six starts over five seasons with Detroit (2008-12) and Miami (2012). He has 52 tackles, 2.5 sacks and one forced fumble. Source: Associated Press
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Brian Urlacher Can Take Giants Defense To Next Level

Urlacher would fill a need at middle linebacker for the Giants. (AP Photo/Joe Howell) For years, the staple of every great New York Giants defense was a great linebacker. Names like Sam Huff from the early days; in the 70’s Brian Kelley, Brad Van Pelt and Hall of Famer Harry Carson came along, then they were joined by the greatest of all time, Lawrence Taylor in 1981 and became...
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Bears with “No Signs” of Return for Israel Idonije, Release Andre Fluellen

The Chicago Tribune’s Brad Biggs writes Monday that the Chicago Bears show “no signs that indicate [free agent defensive end Israel Idonije] will be returning to the organization.” Idonije, 32, has spent the last nine years of his ten year professional career with the Bears. His first year in the league, 2003, was spent with the Cleveland Browns. The team has expressed interest...
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Bears Positional Battles: Running Back

The Bears have a solid one-two punch at running back with the duo of Matt Forte and Michael Bush, yet the third RB position is still up for grabs. We break down the two players vying for that roster spot.
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1 day ago  |  Discuss

2013 Fantasy Football Sleepers: Bears QB Jay Cutler

Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler is a 2013 Fantasy Football Sleeper. Originally Posted on FantasyKnuckleheads.com The Chicago Bears spent this off-season addressing some major problem areas on the offensive side of the ball, all of which is why you find Jay Cutler on the fantasy football sleeper list for 2013. Newly appointed Bears quarterback coach Matt Cavanaugh recently told...
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2013 Fantasy Football Sleepers: Bears QB Jay Cutler

[caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="635"] Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler is a 2013 Fantasy Football Sleeper.[/caption] Originally Posted on FantasyKnuckleheads.com The Chicago Bears spent this off-season addressing some major problem areas on the offensive side of the ball, all of which is why you find Jay Cutler on the fantasy football...
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Chicago Bears Rookie Mini-Camp Report: Jon Bostic is Fast, But Is He Physical Enough?

In the second round of the 2013 NFL Draft Phil Emery selected Florida linbacker Jonathan Bostic to come in and be the middle linebacker of the future.  Bostic ran the fastest 40-yard dash time at the NFL Combine and grades out as one of the most athletic linebackers in the draft.   Bostic is a bit under-sized for a starting NFL middle linebacker at 6-foot-1 245-pounds and on tape...
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Chicago Bears Sign 2013 First Round Pick Kyle Long

Let’s face it, the Chicago Bears offensive line was a complete mess the past two seasons. And maybe drafting Kyle Long with the twentieth pick in the first round was a bit of a reach but it was still a solid pick for a need they had to address. They officially inked Kyle, son of NFL great Howie Long, to a four-year deal. He should immediately start at right guard and possibly move...
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3 days ago  |  Discuss

VIDEO: Tight ends at Bears OTAs

We take a look at the three tight ends making noise at Chicago Bears organized team activities: Martellus Bennett, Evan Rodriguez and Fendi Onobun.
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3 days ago  |  Discuss

Bears draft class in tow with Long’s signing

The Chicago Bears have their 2013 rookie draft class signed, sealed, and delivered with the announcement that first-round choice Kyle Long inked a four-year deal with the club Friday evening. It continues a recent trend of having all the draft picks under contract prior to the start of training camp. The Bears selected Long with the 20th choice of the [...]
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Bears sign first-round pick Kyle Long to contract

credit: US-Presswire The Chicago Bears have signed their first-round pick from the 2013 NFL Draft. Kyle Long and the Bears have agreed on a four-year contract. Long was the 20th pick of the draft. Long is expected to start training came as a right guard but the athletic lineman could also be an option at left guard and right tackle. The Bears were initially criticized for their pick...
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3 days ago  |  Discuss

Bears, 1st-round pick Kyle Long agree to terms

The Chicago Bears inked their first round pick (20th overall) on Friday, signing G Kyle Long, the son of former NFL great DE Howie Long, and of course the brother of Rams DE Chris Long. They now have all their 2013 draft selections in the fold. Long, 6-6, 311 lbs. out of Oregon, will join a Bears revamped line to help shore up protection for QB Jay Cutler. Although Long only has...
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Bears agree to terms with Kyle Long

The Chicago Bears have agreed to terms on a four-year contract with first-round offensive lineman Kyle Long. The team has now signed all of its 2013 draft picks.
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4 days ago  |  Discuss

Bears sign first round pick Kyle Long

The Chicago Bears have announced that they signed first round pick, offensive lineman Kyle Long. LM: #Bears have agreed to terms with first-round pick Kyle Long on four-year deal plus an option. — Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) May 18, 2013 With the addition of Long and Jermon Bushrod in the free agency, the Bears have done a nice job of strengthening their line.   Need NFL Tickets...
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