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Bears Preseason Schedule Announced

1st April 2010 by under 2009-2010 Schedule     

The Chicago Triubune reports:

“Exact dates and times for the four exhibitions will be announced later. The tentative dates are as follows: Chargers (Aug. 12-15), Raiders (Aug. 19-22), Cardinals (Aug. 26-29) and Browns (Sept. 2-5). The Cleveland game is likely to be played Sept. 2, a Thursday (the teams have concluded the last two preseasons by playing each other in a Thursday game).

The Bears have a 14-11 preseason record under Lovie Smith. Last year’s 3-1 record in exhibition play didn’t carry over into the regular season as the Bears finished 7-9.

The full 2010 regular-season schedule is due to be released in mid-April.

Given that the first exhibition is schedule for Aug. 12-15, the Bears likely will begin practice 15 days before (July 28-31). The unofficial word is the game likely will be played Aug. 14, meaning the Bears would start camp on July 30.”

all quotes from chicagotribune.com

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Bears News & Notes: 3/18/10

18th March 2010 by under 2009-2010 Schedule     

Matt Forte was one of the goal line backs last season according to his statistics.

http://blogs.suntimes.com/bears/2010/03/stats_say_forte_worst_on_goal.html

Rex Grossman wants to be a starter under Mike Shanahan in Washington.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/03/18/grossman-wants-to-start/

Jason McKie is visiting with St. Louis even though Mike Karney is the starting FB.

http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/03/ex-bears-fullback-mckie-visiting-with-rams.html

Kevin Curtis is done in Philly, maybe the Bears should scoop him up. Just an idea!

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/03/18/kevin-curtis-done-in-philadelphia-too/

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Bears News & Notes: 3/18/10

18th March 2010 by under 2009-2010 Schedule     

Matt Forte was one of the goal line backs last season according to his statistics.

http://blogs.suntimes.com/bears/2010/03/stats_say_forte_worst_on_goal.html

Rex Grossman wants to be a starter under Mike Shanahan in Washington.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/03/18/grossman-wants-to-start/

Jason McKie is visiting with St. Louis even though Mike Karney is the starting FB.

http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/03/ex-bears-fullback-mckie-visiting-with-rams.html

Kevin Curtis is done in Philly, maybe the Bears should scoop him up. Just an idea!

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/03/18/kevin-curtis-done-in-philadelphia-too/

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Bears Release Veteran Corner Nathan Vasher

17th March 2010 by under 2009-2010 Schedule     

A former shutdown cornerback in the NFL, Nathan Vasher was released today by the Bears. During the 2005-2006 he was nicknamed the “interceptor” because of his eight interceptions that season. Ever since that year Vasher, a fourth round pick in 2004 out of Texas has struggled to stay healthy.

The four seasons following the 05-06 season he appeared in 41 games, making 89 tackles and intercepting six passes. Overall in six seasons he had 19 interceptions, but eight came in that one year, so take those out and you have eleven in five seasons, very average numbers.

His durability was a big issue, but he just couldn’t seem to find his groove back after that magical season. The 29 year old could still have some game left, but the Bears were quick to release him because he was owed $3 million dollars this upcoming season and they just add depth in Tim Jennings.

Vasher could land on with the San Diego Chargers because of his familiarity with Ron Rivera’s defense. Or he could land with Detroit, Cleveland, St. Louis or Houston teams in need for corners.

Vasher will always be remembered for his 108 missed field goal return for a touchdown in 2005. At that time that was the longest kick return for a touchdown ever. Devin Hester tied it in 2006 against the Giants and Antonio Cromartie of the Chargers made it 109 yards last season against the Minnesota Vikings.

Kudos to Nathan Vasher for all his hard work as a Bear, I feel bad he didn’t return to his Pro Bowl form because I was really big fan of his. Good luck on your next team.

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Bears Release Veteran Corner Nathan Vasher

17th March 2010 by under 2009-2010 Schedule     

A former shutdown cornerback in the NFL, Nathan Vasher was released today by the Bears. During the 2005-2006 he was nicknamed the “interceptor” because of his eight interceptions that season. Ever since that year Vasher, a fourth round pick in 2004 out of Texas has struggled to stay healthy.

The four seasons following the 05-06 season he appeared in 41 games, making 89 tackles and intercepting six passes. Overall in six seasons he had 19 interceptions, but eight came in that one year, so take those out and you have eleven in five seasons, very average numbers.

His durability was a big issue, but he just couldn’t seem to find his groove back after that magical season. The 29 year old could still have some game left, but the Bears were quick to release him because he was owed $3 million dollars this upcoming season and they just add depth in Tim Jennings.

Vasher could land on with the San Diego Chargers because of his familiarity with Ron Rivera’s defense. Or he could land with Detroit, Cleveland, St. Louis or Houston teams in need for corners.

Vasher will always be remembered for his 108 missed field goal return for a touchdown in 2005. At that time that was the longest kick return for a touchdown ever. Devin Hester tied it in 2006 against the Giants and Antonio Cromartie of the Chargers made it 109 yards last season against the Minnesota Vikings.

Kudos to Nathan Vasher for all his hard work as a Bear, I feel bad he didn’t return to his Pro Bowl form because I was really big fan of his. Good luck on your next team.

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Ex-Bear Grossman Lands With The Redskins

17th March 2010 by under 2009-2010 Schedule     

The man who supposedly took a ride to the Super Bowl with the Bears in 2006 has signed with the Washington Redskins.

Grossman was used sparingly last season with the Houston Texans, backing up Pro Bowler Matt Schaub. The seven year veteran was a favorite at the beginning of his time with the Bears because of his gun-slinging abilities. But he was quickly hated for his horrible decisions and his constant interceptions. Even though Grossman wasn’t that bad Bears fans constantly booed him. In my opinion I wouldn’t mind having him backup Jay Cutler, but I guess their too much a like.

The Redskins with visit Soldier Field next season and if Grossman lands a roster spot I can’t imagine the kind of warm reception Bears fans will give him. I mean he did “lead” them to a super bowl.

For his career, Grossman has played in 37 games with 31 starts. He has completed 524-of-971 passes for 6,197 yards, 33 touchdowns and 36 interceptions. His QB rating is 65.9.

Good luck Rex in your second spot after getting dumped by the Bears. Seriously good luck, you need it. If Jason Campbell goes down you might be in for a rude awakening.

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Ex-Bear Grossman Lands With The Redskins

17th March 2010 by under 2009-2010 Schedule     

The man who supposedly took a ride to the Super Bowl with the Bears in 2006 has signed with the Washington Redskins.

Grossman was used sparingly last season with the Houston Texans, backing up Pro Bowler Matt Schaub. The seven year veteran was a favorite at the beginning of his time with the Bears because of his gun-slinging abilities. But he was quickly hated for his horrible decisions and his constant interceptions. Even though Grossman wasn’t that bad Bears fans constantly booed him. In my opinion I wouldn’t mind having him backup Jay Cutler, but I guess their too much a like.

The Redskins with visit Soldier Field next season and if Grossman lands a roster spot I can’t imagine the kind of warm reception Bears fans will give him. I mean he did “lead” them to a super bowl.

For his career, Grossman has played in 37 games with 31 starts. He has completed 524-of-971 passes for 6,197 yards, 33 touchdowns and 36 interceptions. His QB rating is 65.9.

Good luck Rex in your second spot after getting dumped by the Bears. Seriously good luck, you need it. If Jason Campbell goes down you might be in for a rude awakening.

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Get Your Julius Peppers Jersey

16th March 2010 by under 2009-2010 Schedule     

Are you as excited as I am about the Bears signing of DE Julius Peppers? Well for $80 you can own a Julius Peppers jersey and wear it everywhere you go. Support your  Chicago Bears, I mean maybe with this guy helping out Urlacher, Briggs and Tillman this team could find themselves representing the NFC in Super Bowl 45.

Peppers will make or break the Bears season, the Pro Bowler could make the defense what it was back in 2006 when they went all the way to Miami for Super Bowl XLI.

So, come on and support your Chicago Bears by purchasing a brand new #90 Julius Peppers jersey.

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Bears Dump Veteran FB McKie; Add CB Jennings

16th March 2010 by under 2009-2010 Schedule     

Finally the Bears disposed of some wasted roster space. They released veteran fullback Jason McKie.

The 29 year old, appeared in 71 games with 35 starts in seven seasons with the Bears. He rushed for 84 yards and 3 touchdowns on 29 carries and caught 62 passes for 344 yards and 3 TDs.

McKie was known for his blocking skills more then his running ability and it has been said he that he didn’t fit Mike Martz’s scheme. Newly added FB Eddie Williams seems to fit better because of his size, 6’1″ and his ability to catch out of the backfield. I was never a big fan of McKie on the field, but he was a real leader in the locker room and I respect that. Hopefully Eddie Williams is a real blocker because Forte needs all the help he can get.

In other news, the Bears added former Colts cornerback Tim Jennings. Jennings was a 2006 2nd round draft pick out of Georgia. The four year veteran was not tendered by the Colts after disappointing last season. He was used in nickel situations only and was a part of the 2006 championship team but only as a reserve. In four seasons, Jennings has appeared in 53 games, making 161 tackles, four interceptions and forcing three fumbles.

The 5’8″ corner seems to be to small for the NFL, but he might be a nice fit in the nickel package for the Bears or just as added depth. Lovie Smith really likes big corners that’s why Charles Tillman and Zackary Bowman will be the starters come week one of the season. With Jennings signing a two year deal, he joins Corey Graham, DJ Moore and Danieal Manning as the other corners on the roster.

The Bears have tendered Danieal Manning, but he wants a contract extension and he isn’t very happy the Bears haven’t offered him one yet. I think it would be a mistake not signing Manning, he is one of the most versatile players on the team if not the most versatile. He can return kicks, punts, he can play nickelback and both safety positions. The Bears need to resign Manning now before it gets out of hand.

Who knows what Tim Jennings can bring to the Bears, but all I know is Jason McKie needed to go and now that he’s gone the offense could be that much better.

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Bears Let Injury Prone Kevin Jones Go

9th March 2010 by under 2009-2010 Schedule     

The Bears added Kevin Jones during the 2008 off-season thinking he would be a solid complement to the rookie Matt Forte. The former first round pick out of Virginia, Jones, was coming off knee and ankle injuries.

During 2008 he appeared in 11 games rushing 34 times for only 108 yards. This past season he tore a ligament in his left ankle and was declared out for the year during a preseason game against the Browns.

The Bears needed to get rid of some used space by dumping Jones. Chester Taylor, who was recently signed has been named the “co-starter” with Matt Forte by offensive coordinator Mike Martz. Add Kahlil Bell and Garrett Wolfe to the mix and the Bears have some talent at the running back position.

Jones, the 27 year old Pennsylvanian native will have a hard time finding a roster spot with his history of injuries. Maybe he kind land a spot with the Steelers or the Browns. I know he has to fight hard to find a spot on a team and if he can he’ll have to work his way up the depth chart.

Good luck Kevin Jones sorry we let you go so early. Find a team where you can get some playing time.

Jones had this to say about his departure from the Bears:

“I’m just thankful for the opportunity the Bears gave me here.”

All quotes from chicagotribune.com


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