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Why are we wanting to keep Hamilton again, I understand Roach but Hamilton? Bears | Roach, Hamilton expected to receive offers Mon, 16 Feb 2009 22:53:19 -0800 Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports Chicago Bears LB Nick Roach and CB Marcus Hamilton are expected to receive offers to remain with the team. Both players are exclusive rights free agents. To all my fellow fans who wanted Tillman to move to safety well looks like it's not going to happen. Bears | Tillman to stay at cornerback Mon, 16 Feb 2009 22:52:42 -0800 Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports Chicago Bears CB Charles Tillman will remain at cornerback. There had been rumor…

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Bengals designated K Shayne Graham as their franchise player. While the cost to tag Graham ($2.483M) is far less than it would've been for T.J. Houshmandzadeh, this move essentially kisses Housh goodbye.

The Bucs have informed free agent Jeff Garcia that he is no longer in their plans. "With a new head coach, they want somebody pulling the trigger that they can mold," said Garcia. The 39-year-old will likely have to compete for a job no matter where he lands, possibly Minnesota. The Jets have been suggested as a potential suitor, but Garcia's noodle arm makes New York a poor fit.

Between these guys who will step up and who should we give a chance to? Reed=practice squad Beekman=starter Garza=starter Balogh=practice squad Buenning=starter in Tampa Metcalf=starter before St. Clair=played there before

Packers | Might not re-sign Montgomery Sun, 15 Feb 2009 17:16:47 -0800 Pete Dougherty, of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports the Green Bay Packers might not re-sign DL Mike Montgomery because they may not fit the team's 3-4 defensive scheme. Cole is eligible to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. Packers | Might not re-sign Cole Sun, 15 Feb 2009 17:16:01 -0800 Pete Dougherty, of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports the Green Bay Packers might not re-sign DL Colin Cole because they may not fit the team's 3-4 defensive scheme. Cole is eligible to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. Bills | McCargo could be released …

David Bruton, FS, Notre Dame Height: 6-1. Weight: 210. Projected 40 Time: 4.49. Projected Round (2009): 5-6. 1/14/09: David Bruton, a two-year starter, was invited to the Senior Bowl. 12/14/08: One of the few productive players on Notre Dame this season, David Bruton managed 93 tackles, six passes broken up and three picks. 5/19/08: A team captain going into the 2008 season, David Bruton recorded 85 tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss and three interceptions. Rashad Johnson, FS, Alabama Height: 5-11. Weight: 195. Projected 40 Time: 4.44. Projected Round (2009): 2. 1/14/09: Voted to the AP All-America Second Team, Rashad Johnson…

David Haugh thinks we should give it a whirl. What do you guys think? If it was Urlacher and one 3rd, I might consider it. Sure, Urlacher is still the face of the franchise and captain of the defense, but he has maybe 4 good years left in him while Boldin is right in his prime.

OL was again a weakness on the Bears last season. With the recent announcement that Tait may be retiring, the OL will be rendered weaker than it was last season. Looking into the depth of our OL, tackle is the glaring need; with the most important tackle being the left. Tait provided insurance in the instance St. Clair and/or Williams failed. IMO - St Clair was borderline at best. I don't have a direct source, but I think I remember reading that he gave up the most sacks in the NFL last season. (please correct if wrong) His run blocking was not above average either. With that being said, how do we plug St. Clair in at RT with confidence he will be an asse…

I'm pretty sure he is a free agent. Former 1st round talent that didnt work out in Buf. I say bring him in. As of now we need to do something. I cant see him needing too much money to sign. I would think a chance to compete would be the first thing on his list.

Two sources said offensive tackle John Tait is seriously considering retirement, and a third source close to the team called it a fait accompli that Tait will not return for 2009 despite having one year left on his contract. Mike Brown, the heart and soul of the Bears for the last nine seasons, was informed Friday that the team will not make him a contract offer. The Bears also cut ties with Marty Booker, one of the top wide receivers in team history, but the biggest story is the Bears seem set to lose a player they want to have back. http://www.suntimes.com/sports/football/bears/index.html

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/footb...0,4083164.story So I think it's even more likely now we'll likely take a OT in the 1st 3 rounds, or sign one in free agency at least. I've been a huge proponent of Oher if the other teams above us are idiots and don't take him.

The Perfect Compliment for Matt Forte: Cedric Benson by ifuwannacrownem on Feb 13, 2009 6:41 PM CST There is no Denying that Matt Forte Gave us the best chance to win in 2008. He broke many rookie rushing records last season, as well as some receiving records. He also finished third in total touches behind the Vikings Adrian Peterson and the Falcons Michael Turner. Through the good, Chicago still managed to finish 24th in yards, 26, in average yards per carry, and 24 in yards per game. The aforementioned teams had the right formula to constantly pound the rock: a spell-back and the threat of a deep pass. The Bears however, had their backs against the wall, and…

I was watching NFL Total Access earlier and they said the Tribune reported it. Still looking around for a link anywhere. Thoughts?

RAMS CHOP CHAVOUS Posted by Mike Florio on February 13, 2009, 3:33 p.m. The Rams have parted ways with safety Corey Chavous, according to Jim Thomas of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Chavous, an eleven-year veteran, spent three years with the Rams. He started 43 of 48 games. The move came days after Chavous’s agent requested that the player be released. Chavous previously played for the Cardinals and the Vikings, starting every game in Minnesota over a four-year career there. Per Thomas, the moves creates $1.2 million in cap space.

PFT reports that the Bears have released Marty Booker. Not a big surprise. Now we need to bring in some WRs. DUH!

At this point, John St. Clair figures he's headed out into the open market. Free agency begins in two weeks, on Feb. 27, and the veteran offensive tackle has yet to hear from the Bears. "I feel I have no choice,'' St. Clair said. "If you haven't heard anything, of course you're going to the market. I haven't heard anything as of yet. I'm just down here [in Florida] enjoying my time off.'' The quiet front doesn't mean the Bears have ruled St. Clair, who started 16 games at left tackle last season, out of their plans. The organization has been going through meetings to plot the offseason plan and teams retain exclusive negotiating rights with their own pl…

Sign Byron Leftwich- 3 years, $13 million. ---Angelo has already been public that he wants a veteran QB in here, Leftwich likes Lovie, and I don't know of another FA QB who could come here. Sign Mike Goff- 3 years, $19 million. ---Angelo goes out and gets the best OG on the market. Sure, he's 33, but he's still good and is from Illinois, which could play into his decision. Buh-bye to: Tait, Hillenmeyer, McKie, Vasher, Garza, and Miller. Re-sign St Clair (1 year, 2 million), Roach (2 years, 1.8 million), and Idonije (3 years, 10 million). 1. Darrius Heyward-Bey, WR, Maryland ---Lovie loves speed and it's been made public the FO likes this guy. 2. Jairus …

Hey Gang, With the retirement supposedly of Brett Favre once again from the Jets, speculation is that Mark Sanchez is going to fall all the way down to the 17th pick which the Jets currently own. I know that we need a lot of help on both sides of the ball however, would it be in our best interest if Sanchez is falling that far down that some how Angelo gets his head out of his ass and moves up one or two spots to grab Sanchez. It would be nice to obtain a great receiver however, if we are not able to get the ball to him down field, what the hell good is the receiver to us? It just seems that as the draft goes on and Sanchez has not moved, that the Bears talk with …

Here are the free agents at the safety position, restricted and unrestricted. RESTRICTED: Jamaal Fudge, Falcons. Dustin Fox, Bills. Dawan Landry, Ravens. John Busing, Bengals. Nate Salley, Panthers. Atari Bigby, Packers. Jarrad Page, Chiefs. Abram Elam, Jets. Anthony Smith, Steelers. Reed Doughty, Redskins. UNRESTRICTED: Lawyer Milloy, Falcons. Jim Leonhard, Ravens. Mike Brown, Bears. Brandon McGowan, Bears. Cameron Worrell, Bears. Mike Adams, Browns. Sean Jones, Browns. Chris Crocker, Bengals. Marlon McCree, Broncos. Keith Davis, Cowboys. Nick Ferguson, Texa…