** Official Chicago Bears Offseason thread ** (1 Viewer)

[Spiderman]

I really wanted to take a look at Justin Smiley. Wouldnt mind Demorrio Williams. Kind of athlete Lovie likes.

Me too RBM. Me too.All I keep hearing about is the Bears and their non-interest in FA except their own. I just don't get it. I remember that Angelo said last year that he beleives that FA is a quick fix and teams looking to upgrade a position fast go that route. Well hello Jerry! We have positions that need fixing. O-Line, WR, RB, S.Go and fix them.I really think that if Angelo does not improve this team, he's skating on some thin ice.

Absoluely. And by improve we dont mean Justin McCareins and Brandon Lloyd

That's kind of what I expect them to add at WR - just another body to go with Bradley/Hester. If we read some of the quotes from the coaching staff, they seem to believe that Hester is going to develop into a top tier WR, and that Bradley is loaded with potential. I don't think they believe this is a major priority, and the free agent market contains a lot of veteran, #3 type WR's so I think they will add one in free agency, along with a draft pick to fill out the group with Rashied Davis probably coming back as well.I think they are banking on major improvements from Bradley and Hester along with Des Clark/Greg Olsen.

I really don't see Hester as more than a #4 WR. Right now he is a one-trick pony. I hope the Bears can at least bring back Rashid Davis. I'm also hoping the Bears will actually address this WR issue with a younger solid player (Hackett, Johnson) 2nd rd pick, rather than a 2 year band-aid in someone like Kennison or Booker.

I think the difference though, and I'm more in agreeance with you, is that the Bears feel that both Bradley and Hester are going to be better than #4 type WR's, and aren't willing to break the bank at that position, espeically because they also have Clark and Olsen. We'll get one veteran, and a draft pick in Round 2 or 3, and that will be our WRing core. To me, that's pretty brutal. They'd be banking on breakout seasons from unproven wide receivers.It seems to me that the only way to get the offense back to responsibility is through the ground game because our passing game is not going to be the strong point of the team.As we stand today, neither is the running game, but I'm praying that will change.

 

[Southside Stosh]

I really wanted to take a look at Justin Smiley. Wouldnt mind Demorrio Williams. Kind of athlete Lovie likes.

Me too RBM. Me too.All I keep hearing about is the Bears and their non-interest in FA except their own. I just don't get it. I remember that Angelo said last year that he beleives that FA is a quick fix and teams looking to upgrade a position fast go that route. Well hello Jerry! We have positions that need fixing. O-Line, WR, RB, S.Go and fix them.I really think that if Angelo does not improve this team, he's skating on some thin ice.

Absoluely. And by improve we dont mean Justin McCareins and Brandon Lloyd

That's kind of what I expect them to add at WR - just another body to go with Bradley/Hester. If we read some of the quotes from the coaching staff, they seem to believe that Hester is going to develop into a top tier WR, and that Bradley is loaded with potential. I don't think they believe this is a major priority, and the free agent market contains a lot of veteran, #3 type WR's so I think they will add one in free agency, along with a draft pick to fill out the group with Rashied Davis probably coming back as well.I think they are banking on major improvements from Bradley and Hester along with Des Clark/Greg Olsen.

I really don't see Hester as more than a #4 WR. Right now he is a one-trick pony. I hope the Bears can at least bring back Rashid Davis. I'm also hoping the Bears will actually address this WR issue with a younger solid player (Hackett, Johnson) 2nd rd pick, rather than a 2 year band-aid in someone like Kennison or Booker.

I think the difference though, and I'm more in agreeance with you, is that the Bears feel that both Bradley and Hester are going to be better than #4 type WR's, and aren't willing to break the bank at that position, espeically because they also have Clark and Olsen. We'll get one veteran, and a draft pick in Round 2 or 3, and that will be our WRing core. To me, that's pretty brutal. They'd be banking on breakout seasons from unproven wide receivers.It seems to me that the only way to get the offense back to responsibility is through the ground game because our passing game is not going to be the strong point of the team.As we stand today, neither is the running game, but I'm praying that will change.

Don't forget Da Bears have Mike Hass and Brendon Ribadeu (sp?) who are signed and will be in camp as well. Hass caught everything thrown his way in camp last year. Ribadeu (sp?) looked good until he broke his foot. I'm willing to give Angelo the benefit of the doubt on our WRs this year. Of course the WR corps won't mean much until they get the O-Line fixed.

 

[-X-]

That would be Brandon Rideau, who did look good in camp.

BTW, Berrian is headed to Oakland to visit with Big Al.

 

[flapgreen]

I really wanted to take a look at Justin Smiley. Wouldnt mind Demorrio Williams. Kind of athlete Lovie likes.

Me too RBM. Me too.All I keep hearing about is the Bears and their non-interest in FA except their own. I just don't get it. I remember that Angelo said last year that he beleives that FA is a quick fix and teams looking to upgrade a position fast go that route. Well hello Jerry! We have positions that need fixing. O-Line, WR, RB, S.Go and fix them.I really think that if Angelo does not improve this team, he's skating on some thin ice.

The Bears offense last season was horrible. They basically wasted the great field position that Hester's presence provided them, and unless they make major upgrades to the offensive line, I just don't see this offense being much better since our QB is very questionable, we don't have much talent at RB and WR, and our OLine is filled with holes.It's not a good offense, and there are too many holes to address in free agency, plus they don't seem overly interested in in jumping right in.

Why do they always have to be so stupid?

 

[flapgreen]

I really wanted to take a look at Justin Smiley.

Wouldnt mind Demorrio Williams. Kind of athlete Lovie likes.

Me too RBM. Me too.All I keep hearing about is the Bears and their non-interest in FA except their own. I just don't get it. I remember that Angelo said last year that he beleives that FA is a quick fix and teams looking to upgrade a position fast go that route. Well hello Jerry! We have positions that need fixing. O-Line, WR, RB, S.

Go and fix them.

I really think that if Angelo does not improve this team, he's skating on some thin ice.

Absoluely. And by improve we dont mean Justin McCareins and Brandon Lloyd

That's kind of what I expect them to add at WR - just another body to go with Bradley/Hester. If we read some of the quotes from the coaching staff, they seem to believe that Hester is going to develop into a top tier WR, and that Bradley is loaded with potential. I don't think they believe this is a major priority, and the free agent market contains a lot of veteran, #3 type WR's so I think they will add one in free agency, along with a draft pick to fill out the group with Rashied Davis probably coming back as well.I think they are banking on major improvements from Bradley and Hester along with Des Clark/Greg Olsen.

They're always banking on things that never happen. What does this even mean? Can they not objectively look at their players and make a sound decision? He's been on the team 3 years and has a total of 38 CATCHES!!! Injured or not, it doesn't make a bit of difference. LOADED WITH POTENTIAL????? GIMME A BREAK YOU MORONS. Get some decent players in on offense for crying out loud. It can't be as hard as you make it look.

 

[Max Power]

My biggest concern is that JA wants to build up the Offense through the draft...

After 6 years of building what do we have? Benson, Olsen, Grossman, Bradley, Wolfe and Orton.

I'm amazed people still think JA is a great GM even though he can't draft one side of the ball.

 

[Hairy Snowman]

Bradley is a freak talentwise IF he could just stay healthy and put on a little weight.

Devon Hester better develop into a good WR or his shelf life in the nfl will be very limited. But the speed is there.

I don't think the Bears are dumb. Just cheap and the atmosphere can be toxic at Halas Hall. Wish they could just get out of their own way sometimes.

I trust Angelo to have a good draft.

Just thought I would pop in say hi to the Pool. May start having some Dolphins updates soon - at Nova university everyday (home of the Dolphins training facility). Already have seen some comings and goings.

 

[flapgreen]

I really wanted to take a look at Justin Smiley.

Wouldnt mind Demorrio Williams. Kind of athlete Lovie likes.

Me too RBM. Me too.All I keep hearing about is the Bears and their non-interest in FA except their own. I just don't get it. I remember that Angelo said last year that he beleives that FA is a quick fix and teams looking to upgrade a position fast go that route. Well hello Jerry! We have positions that need fixing. O-Line, WR, RB, S.

Go and fix them.

I really think that if Angelo does not improve this team, he's skating on some thin ice.

Absoluely. And by improve we dont mean Justin McCareins and Brandon Lloyd

That's kind of what I expect them to add at WR - just another body to go with Bradley/Hester. If we read some of the quotes from the coaching staff, they seem to believe that Hester is going to develop into a top tier WR, and that Bradley is loaded with potential. I don't think they believe this is a major priority, and the free agent market contains a lot of veteran, #3 type WR's so I think they will add one in free agency, along with a draft pick to fill out the group with Rashied Davis probably coming back as well.I think they are banking on major improvements from Bradley and Hester along with Des Clark/Greg Olsen.

I really don't see Hester as more than a #4 WR. Right now he is a one-trick pony. I hope the Bears can at least bring back Rashid Davis. I'm also hoping the Bears will actually address this WR issue with a younger solid player (Hackett, Johnson) 2nd rd pick, rather than a 2 year band-aid in someone like Kennison or Booker.

I think the difference though, and I'm more in agreeance with you, is that the Bears feel that both Bradley and Hester are going to be better than #4 type WR's, and aren't willing to break the bank at that position, espeically because they also have Clark and Olsen. We'll get one veteran, and a draft pick in Round 2 or 3, and that will be our WRing core. To me, that's pretty brutal. They'd be banking on breakout seasons from unproven wide receivers.

It seems to me that the only way to get the offense back to responsibility is through the ground game because our passing game is not going to be the strong point of the team.

As we stand today, neither is the running game, but I'm praying that will change.

That's the problem. The Bears are always looking for ways to save money and cut corners. And even with all the offensive embarrassments over the years, they still haven't figured it they're wrong.

 

[flapgreen]

Bradley is a freak talentwise IF he could just stay healthy and put on a little weight.

Devon Hester better develop into a good WR or his shelf life in the nfl will be very limited. But the speed is there.

I don't think the Bears are dumb. Just cheap and the atmosphere can be toxic at Halas Hall. Wish they could just get out of their own way sometimes.

I trust Angelo to have a good draft.

Just thought I would pop in say hi to the Pool. May start having some Dolphins updates soon - at Nova university everyday (home of the Dolphins training facility). Already have seen some comings and goings.

With the Bears history, these are one and the same to me.

 

[Hairy Snowman]

My biggest concern is that JA wants to build up the Offense through the draft...After 6 years of building what do we have? Benson, Olsen, Grossman, Bradley, Wolfe and Orton.I'm amazed people still think JA is a great GM even though he can't draft one side of the ball.

When have the Bears ever had top passing offense in Soldier Field? Kramer? The Stadium next to the lake is much more suited for defense. And I doubt Favre would have been good at Soldier Field. The wind and the elements are just brutal for passing. Olsen will end up being good. Grossman is not as bad as his press - I personally think QBs need 4-6 years in the nfl on average to ripen into skilled veterans. Wolfe was a big reach. And Orton - see earlier ripening post.

 

[Hairy Snowman]

Bradley is a freak talentwise IF he could just stay healthy and put on a little weight.

Devon Hester better develop into a good WR or his shelf life in the nfl will be very limited. But the speed is there.

I don't think the Bears are dumb. Just cheap and the atmosphere can be toxic at Halas Hall. Wish they could just get out of their own way sometimes.

I trust Angelo to have a good draft.

Just thought I would pop in say hi to the Pool. May start having some Dolphins updates soon - at Nova university everyday (home of the Dolphins training facility). Already have seen some comings and goings.

With the Bears history, these are one and the same to me.

Its really hard for me to defend the McCaskeys - and I really like some of them. I still think the Bears are only a few parts away. 2 or 3 players makes such a big difference in the nfl though.

 

[Max Power]

My biggest concern is that JA wants to build up the Offense through the draft...After 6 years of building what do we have? Benson, Olsen, Grossman, Bradley, Wolfe and Orton.I'm amazed people still think JA is a great GM even though he can't draft one side of the ball.

When have the Bears ever had top passing offense in Soldier Field? Kramer? The Stadium next to the lake is much more suited for defense. And I doubt Favre would have been good at Soldier Field. The wind and the elements are just brutal for passing. Olsen will end up being good. Grossman is not as bad as his press - I personally think QBs need 4-6 years in the nfl on average to ripen into skilled veterans. Wolfe was a big reach. And Orton - see earlier ripening post.

I'm not saying the Bears should have tried to draft a dominant Offensive unit, I'm just saying how sad it is that Angelo's manegment strategy is build through the draft and after 6 years we have no starting OL to show for it, a garbage WR corps, a below average QB & RB platoon. Thank goodness Olsen fell to us.I have a bad feeling the Bears will go into the draft having to take the Best OT available at 14. Then have to use a 2nd or 3rd round picks to address the future QB and WR issues. Teams never get good value when they are forced to take X position in X round.

 

[ditka311]

So those bashing the Bears being cheap think Berrian is really worth $18mil guaranteed and $7 mil a year? He's good but come on....

 

[Max Power]

So those bashing the Bears being cheap think Berrian is really worth $18mil guaranteed and $7 mil a year? He's good but come on....

I'd rather overpay than go into a season with a kick returner as my #2 WR.

 

[ditka311]

So those bashing the Bears being cheap think Berrian is really worth $18mil guaranteed and $7 mil a year? He's good but come on....

I'd rather overpay than go into a season with a kick returner as my #2 WR.

Worked really well with Muhammed. I don't think Berrian is worth what he is asking and that he is helped by a lean WR FA class. Maybe he will prove me wrong but from what I have seen he isn't worth that type of money.

 

[flapgreen]

So those bashing the Bears being cheap think Berrian is really worth $18mil guaranteed and $7 mil a year? He's good but come on....

I'm bashing the Bears for being cheap. They always have been and it hasn't worked. At the same time, I don't think they should overpay for a guy like Berrian. He's worth nowhere near what he's asking.

 

[Max Power]

So those bashing the Bears being cheap think Berrian is really worth $18mil guaranteed and $7 mil a year? He's good but come on....

I'd rather overpay than go into a season with a kick returner as my #2 WR.

Worked really well with Muhammed. I don't think Berrian is worth what he is asking and that he is helped by a lean WR FA class. Maybe he will prove me wrong but from what I have seen he isn't worth that type of money.

I really don't think he is worth the money, but I would much rather see him out there than a couple of "Band-Aid" type guys like Booker or Kennison.I know it is still early in the offseason, but the 08 Bears are on track to be the worst Offense in the NFL next season.

 

[flapgreen]

Bradley is a freak talentwise IF he could just stay healthy and put on a little weight.

Devon Hester better develop into a good WR or his shelf life in the nfl will be very limited. But the speed is there.

I don't think the Bears are dumb. Just cheap and the atmosphere can be toxic at Halas Hall. Wish they could just get out of their own way sometimes.

I trust Angelo to have a good draft.

Just thought I would pop in say hi to the Pool. May start having some Dolphins updates soon - at Nova university everyday (home of the Dolphins training facility). Already have seen some comings and goings.

With the Bears history, these are one and the same to me.

Its really hard for me to defend the McCaskeys - and I really like some of them. I still think the Bears are only a few parts away. 2 or 3 players makes such a big difference in the nfl though.

Seeing Virginia on the field after the Bears NFC championship win was one the coolest things ever. I couldn't have been happier. That said, they've made horrible decision after horrible decision over the years. Some good ones too but mostly bad.I'm just not as optimistic. There offense is a complete embarrassment. They're gonna need more than 2 or 3 players on that team to see a big difference, unless they were to bring in some huge names, and we both know that's not gonna happen.

 

[flapgreen]

I'm not saying they should get Brady Quinn but if they tried, it might help change my mind on how I feel about the team over the last few years. It's like they never ever try to get that big name that's out there. It's always saving the money to spread around other places. Yet, that has never worked. They spend it on garbage and end up back where they started every time. I know I'll get some crap for the Quinn suggestion and that's fine. What I'm saying is one of these days they're gonna have to step up and grab a big name FA, if they ever want a chance at having a good run over the long term. That's just how it works. Not sure why they don't see their mistakes and try and correct them. There's a reason they've been mostly at the bottom of the NFL for the past 20 years. Makes no sense

 

[Max Power]

to all the Bears fans smart enough to stay away from the offical site...

The big rumor (which comes from the Sun-Times) is Since Brigss and Berrian didn't sign already, there is no market for them. The Bears were right to lowball them as JA is Market master.

Id love to see Brigss and Berrian back at a good price, I just don't see it happening.

I am also irked by the fact that the same writters who say "FA is a long period, don't worry about no movement early" are now the same writters who are saying "24 hours and no contract means there is no market for these guys"

 

[finito]

I think Bryant Johnson is meeting with the Bears - he could be a nice pickup at a reasonable price.

 

[Max Power]

The Bills have made contact with free agent WR Bryant Johnson.

At least someone has. The Bears were also rumored to be interested. All indications point to no teams offering Johnson a starting job or money.

Source: Buffalo News

 

[The Kansas Comet]

I'm bashing the Bears for being cheap. They always have been and it hasn't worked. At the same time, I don't think they should overpay for a guy like Berrian. He's worth nowhere near what he's asking.

Good points here - one of the observations I had when I read the Halas biography Papa Bear is how the organization's foundation is thriftiness. The McCaskeys have just taken it to another level. That said, Berrian is not close to being worth the contract he wants, even with all the cap room available. He's very good at getting deep and isn't bad on medium-length routes, but he makes too many mistakes (cutting off routes, dropping passes) to merit the money. Plus, he is a poor blocker, and a team like Chicago will always be a running team and need, at the very least, decent blocking from their receivers.

 

[Rounders]

I'm beginning to wonder if the negotiation with Urlacher has more to do with freeing up some cap space and dollars to re-sign Briggs and others. As each hour of Free Agency goes by I'm thinking more and more that Briggs will be back in a Chicago uni next year.

 

[flapgreen]

No they didn't. Look at what's posted on the front page of the Bears website.

Contrary to what all the hype this week might indicate, the NFL does not award the Lombardi Trophy to the team that spends the most money during the offseason. Recent history shows that franchises like the Bears that believe in re-signing their own players [such as Nate Vasher and Charles Tillman, above] and building through the draft are more successful than those that shower unrestricted free agents with megabucks contracts.

 

[Max Power]

Propaganda at its finest...

Not to mention Building through the draft works much better if you don't draft garbage

 

[RBM]

Hand is now forced to go wr in either the 1st or 2nd. Limas Sweed would be the only acceptable guy at 14 for me.

 

[Max Power]

Hand is now forced to go wr in either the 1st or 2nd. Limas Sweed would be the only acceptable guy at 14 for me.

That is kind of why I want the Bears to trade down. I don't see any reason for Dallas to want to move up, but two picks in the late first would be nice. There should still be solid WRs left as well as an OT like Williams and a guard like Albert. Its starting to look like drafting a QB of the future might be luxury pick...

 

[Rounders]

Hand is now forced to go wr in either the 1st or 2nd. Limas Sweed would be the only acceptable guy at 14 for me.

That is kind of why I want the Bears to trade down. I don't see any reason for Dallas to want to move up, but two picks in the late first would be nice. There should still be solid WRs left as well as an OT like Williams and a guard like Albert.

Its starting to look like drafting a QB of the future might be luxury pick...

Not sure that I understand you here.....the Bears will draft a QB in this year. Whether or not he's the QB of the future, who knows.If the Bears draft a WR with the 14th pick, I might just lose it. I know that it's a big team need, but please do not waste the 14th pick on a WR. I think this year's WR class is weak and I don't think that any WR deserves to go that high.

 

[Max Power]

After re-signing Lance Briggs over the weekend, the Bears are expected to turn their attention to extending K Robbie Gould.

Gould will certainly want a deal equaling or besting the $14.2 million pact Josh Brown got from the Rams. Brown is currently the NFL's top paid kicker.

 

[Max Power]

Hand is now forced to go wr in either the 1st or 2nd. Limas Sweed would be the only acceptable guy at 14 for me.

That is kind of why I want the Bears to trade down. I don't see any reason for Dallas to want to move up, but two picks in the late first would be nice. There should still be solid WRs left as well as an OT like Williams and a guard like Albert.

Its starting to look like drafting a QB of the future might be luxury pick...

Not sure that I understand you here.....the Bears will draft a QB in this year. Whether or not he's the QB of the future, who knows.If the Bears draft a WR with the 14th pick, I might just lose it. I know that it's a big team need, but please do not waste the 14th pick on a WR. I think this year's WR class is weak and I don't think that any WR deserves to go that high.

The way I see it the Bears wont take a QB in the first (unless maybe ryan falls) IMO If the Bears want a legit QB prospect we really have to be looking at someone like Henne or Flacco in RD 2. What will be left in rd 3? Andre Woodson? That kid from San Diego? I don't see Chicago willing to take on another "project" QBTo me it is obvious that if the Bears are serious about addressing the Need for a QB it will be in rd 2. However there are currently so many holes on the Offense it might not be in our best intrests to spend such an early pick on a QB.

 

[RBM]

Just thinking about this offense, and its really embarrasing. Combine the skill positions with the line, and this is the worst offense in the league by far probably. I mean, nothing promising here.

 

[Rounders]

Just thinking about this offense, and its really embarrasing. Combine the skill positions with the line, and this is the worst offense in the league by far probably. I mean, nothing promising here.

Thanks for the reminder and kick in the nuts. It appears that JA thinks that we can win a game 10-7, with the lone TD coming from a punt return TD from Hester and the FG as a result of a 3 and out after we recover a fumble on the Packers 2 yard line.

 

[RBM]

I mean, Im all about building the lines first, but I couldnt be mad if we took Stewart, Mendenhall or Sweed at 14.

Friggin awful

 

[Max Power]

I think the only guy worth of 14 would be Malcom Kelly. Now that the Bills signed Johnson, I don't see anyone ahead of the Bears who would want a WR in rd 1.

 

[TitusIII]

Just thinking about this offense, and its really embarrasing. Combine the skill positions with the line, and this is the worst offense in the league by far probably. I mean, nothing promising here.

I agree with you for the most part, although I think Devin Hester looks pretty damn promising at WR. Nevertheless, as we are starting to see with Steve Smith, if the Bears plan on playing him full time at WR, injuries will probably strike him down...If the Bears take 7 offensive players in the draft, I will not be angry...I liked the Briggs signing, quite a bargain, imo, for one of the better LB's in the game...If the D can stay healthy, they should keep the Bears in every game. 8-8 looks like a solid pick to me...

 

[3nOut]

Unless I missed it, I think Javon walker is still available after his release from Denver. I don't think there is much FA talent at WR left out there, and even though he may be a headcase, I think the Bears should make him an offer. What is our alternative? Is there anyone out there thats a better option? Should the Bears go after him?

 

[slickwillie]

I think the only guy worth of 14 would be Malcom Kelly. Now that the Bills signed Johnson, I don't see anyone ahead of the Bears who would want a WR in rd 1.

couldnt agree more, and bargain or not, the money spent on briggs was better spent somewhere else. i like the guy, but i also truly believe that williams could give the same production or close to it in the will spot in this defense. i guess they could plan to try and win a bunch of 10-7 games.

 

[Max Power]

Bears | Team to trade Griese

Mon, 3 Mar 2008 11:33:24 -0800

Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports the Chicago Bears will trade QB Brian Griese to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

 

[Bob Lee Swagger]

Bears | Team to trade GrieseMon, 3 Mar 2008 11:33:24 -0800Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports the Chicago Bears will trade QB Brian Griese to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Griese on his way to Tampa BayBy Vaughn McClure, 1:39 p.m.Bears quarterback Brian Griese will be traded to Tampa Bay, agent Ralph Cindrich said Monday. The move will save the Bears a $300,000 bonus due to Griese on Tuesday.Details of the deal are unknown but the Bears could receive a sixth- or seventh-round draft choice in return.The Bucs will assume Griese's contract. Tampa Bay has been trying to broker this deal for at least two years, Cindrich said. Griese also drew interest from Houston and Texans coach Gary Kubiak, who was Griese's offensive coordinator in Denver.Griese played with Tampa Bay during the 2004 and '05 seasons.

Hey, at least we got something. A job well done, IMO.

 

[RBM]

Unless I missed it, I think Javon walker is still available after his release from Denver. I don't think there is much FA talent at WR left out there, and even though he may be a headcase, I think the Bears should make him an offer. What is our alternative? Is there anyone out there thats a better option? Should the Bears go after him?

Gotta worry about that knee thing hes got

 

[hephner]

Unless I missed it, I think Javon walker is still available after his release from Denver. I don't think there is much FA talent at WR left out there, and even though he may be a headcase, I think the Bears should make him an offer. What is our alternative? Is there anyone out there thats a better option? Should the Bears go after him?

DJ Hackett is still available. While he has had health issues as well, he has a lot of talent and is probably going to be a bargain compared to the money Berrian got. And I'd rather have Hackett than Walker. Hackett will be 27 this year, while Walker will be 30, and Walker's knee problems are very worrisome. I think the younger Hackett would be a better fit considering the Bears are in "rebuilding" mode.

 

[ChiBears34]

I would like to see them trade down, but if they can't work out a trade then I think you have to draft a OT with your first pick. I wouldn't even be upset if they came back and drafted an offensive lineman with their second pick. With the way their offensive line looks, the Bears won't need a wr because Grossman/Orton won't have time to throw. Right now, they look like a 5-11 team. I hope I am wrong.

 

[Max Power]

This offseason is just annoying right now. The Bears are currently working on re-signing Robbie Gould who will be a free agent in 09. I guess we are just waiting for the market to die down and we can bargin shop through the crap. The sad thing is that the leftover crap will still be an upgrade.

 

[flapgreen]

Unless I missed it, I think Javon walker is still available after his release from Denver. I don't think there is much FA talent at WR left out there, and even though he may be a headcase, I think the Bears should make him an offer. What is our alternative? Is there anyone out there thats a better option? Should the Bears go after him?

The Bears should do a lot of things that they never end up doing. Damn shame

 

[flapgreen]

Just thinking about this offense, and its really embarrasing. Combine the skill positions with the line, and this is the worst offense in the league by far probably. I mean, nothing promising here.

Not a thing. I just can't seem to figure out how you could ever end up with your entire offense sucking this bad. How is that possible in this era of the NFL? WTF is all the money going?

 

[Pictus Cat]

Just thinking about this offense, and its really embarrasing. Combine the skill positions with the line, and this is the worst offense in the league by far probably. I mean, nothing promising here.

Thanks for the reminder and kick in the nuts. It appears that JA thinks that we can win a game 10-7, with the lone TD coming from a punt return TD from Hester and the FG as a result of a 3 and out after we recover a fumble on the Packers 2 yard line.

Interesting. A decent Safety and two Punter strategy. A safety to stop the big play, a punter to punt the long ball and a punter specializing in coffin corners. 1st & 10 punt strategy. Trade the rest of your picks for OL Long rebuilding.

 

[Pictus Cat]

All I want is rebuilding OL long term & a safety to stop the big play.

You can't fix all the holes now.

Get value and build right.

I can watch

a D that keeps us in the game and wins a few

while our QBs take some hits durning the learning period.

Hester stretches the field as WR, Bradley & Davis take some passes with Olsen in the mix.

Benson smashes into the LOS with new promising OL.

 

[RBM]

Unfreakinbelievable

Did we even take a look at Jacob Bell? What in the hell is Angelo doing?

That Robbie Gould extension taking all his attention huh?

 

[Rounders]

Best news of the Bears offseason is Farve's retirement.