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Cardinals | Rolle to be released this week Comment (0) Mon, 01 Mar 2010 01:01:47 -0800 ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Arizona Cardinals will release S Antrel Rolle this week, according to an NFL source. The team would like Rolle to return, and both sides continue to talk about a potential return.

Atogwe, Oshiomogho FS RFA 5-11 205 5th Season STL TBD Bethea, Antoine FS RFA 5-11 203 4th Season IND TBD Busing, John FS RFA 6-2 218 4th Season HOU TBD Clark, Ryan FS UFA 5-11 205 8th Season PIT TBD Collins, Nick FS RFA 5-11 207 5th Season GB TBD Ferguson, Nick FS UFA 5-11 204 10th Season HOU TBD Jones, Sean FS UFA 6-1 220 6th Season PHI TBD Manning, Danieal FS RFA 5-11 202 4th Season CHI TBD Page, Jarrad FS RFA 6-0 225 4th Season KC TBD Phillips, Jermaine FS UFA 6-2 230 8th Season TB TBD Pool, Brodney FS RFA 6-2 210 5th Season CLE TBD Poteat, Hank FS UFA 5-10 195 8th Season CLE TBD Sharper, Darren FS UFA 6-2 210 13th Season NO TBD

Jets | T. Jones to be released Comment (5) Sat, 27 Feb 2010 18:26:59 -0800 ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the New York Jets plan to release RB Thomas Jones this week, making him a free agent March 5.

Bears | Holt says he would be good fit for offense Comment (0) Sat, 13 Feb 2010 06:46:12 -0800 Updating a previous item, ESPNChicago.com reports free-agent WR Torry Holt (Jaguars) said during a radio interview Friday, Feb. 12, that he would be a good fit for the Chicago Bears offense due to his relationship with new offensive coordinator Mike Martz. "I think I could fit in really well with that ballclub and add a really good veteran presence," Holt said. "In (Martz's) system you've got to be able to run," Holt aded. "That's one of the things I would tell those guys, you better be able to run, and you better be cerebral to learn, and you better have thick skin because he is so demanding. You are working with a guy who is a perfectionist. If you can't do those three things and you're not tough and you're not willing to go and block and be efficient and be quick you will not play in his system."

Bears | A. Brown lobbying for team to go after Kampman Comment (0) Thu, 11 Feb 2010 21:52:32 -0800 Vaughn McClure, of the Chicago Tribune, reports Chicago Bears DE Alex Brown has suggested the team go after Green Bay Packers DL Aaron Kampman, who is scheduled to be an unrestricted free agent this offseason. The Packers are expected to make Kampman an offer.

Dolphins | Could make offer for Boldin Comment (0) Tue, 09 Feb 2010 21:06:21 -0800 Barry Jackson, of The Miami Herald, reports two people in contact with the Miami Dolphins said they could envision the team offering a draft pick for Arizona Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin. The pick would likely be in the third round or later.

Bears | Martz envisions Hester as a dominant slot receiver Comment (0) Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:00:21 -0800 Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Tribune, reports Chicago Bears offensive coordinator Mike Martz said during a radio interview that he envisions WR Devin Hester as a dominant slot receiver, a shift that could result in him being removed from the starting lineup. However, Martz could utilize plenty of three-wide receiver sets, which would provide Hester with ample opportunity to start. "Devin Hester in that role could just be stupid good, if that makes sense to you," Martz said. "What we can do with him inside, the matchups we can get with him on third corners, safeties and linebackers would be absolutely remarkable." Martz is cognizant of Hester's role on special teams and the value that he brings to the team as a returner and sees a way for him to excel in all areas. "I think it would be very difficult for him take every snap as a wide receiver and play at a high level on special teams, so we have to look at that," Martz said. "I think the role I have in mind for him would allow him to do both and do it at a high level." Bears | Vasher could be released Comment (0) Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:07:05 -0800 Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Tribune, reports Chicago Bears CB Nate Vasher could be in jeopardy of being released. Vasher finished last season as an occasional contributor and he is set to make $2.95 million in 2010 and also has a $500,000 workout bonus.

Bears | Briggs expects big seasons for himself, Urlacher Comment (0) Sat, 06 Feb 2010 18:12:43 -0800 Sean Jensen, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports Chicago Bears LB Lance Briggs said he believes he and LB Brian Urlacher will have All-Pro type seasons next year. "This is going to be a huge year [for Urlacher]. ''He's going to have an All-Pro year, and I'm going to have an All-Pro year, and we're going to lead our defense and our team to a championship," Briggs said. Bears | Briggs says players to blame for poor season Comment (0) Sat, 06 Feb 2010 18:11:46 -0800 Sean Jensen, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports Chicago Bears LB Lance Briggs said the players, not the coaches, were to blame for the team's disappointing season this year. ''It's on us. [Head coach Lovie Smith] never [sent] out a call -- [former offensive coordinator Ron Turner] never [sent] out a call -- that they thought [wasn't] effective. So for us to not be able to execute that play comes back on us. The product that we're producing on the field is not what we need. We need to be better," Briggs said.

I see your point but Forte and Faulk have similar running styles. Pace and Williams there is no comparing right now

We are going to be a better offensive football team this year with Martz!!! Everything starts in the offensive line. Everything. They allow you to keep your defense off the field, to protect the quarterback, to do what you want to do on offense. When that’s established—which we’ll get done—then I think more than anything else, you get off the bus and really you are getting in a position to hit them right in the mouth.” Martz is known primarily for coordinating an explosive Rams offense that was dubbed “The Greatest Show on Turf.” Led by quarterback Kurt Warner, running back Marshall Faulk, and wide receivers Isaac Bruce and Torry Holt, St. Louis boasted a potent passing attack. But the Rams could also run the ball. In Martz’s first three seasons in St. Louis—as offensive coordinator in 1999 and head coach in 2000 and 2001—Faulk rushed for 1,381, 1,359 and 1,382 yards—the three highest totals of his illustrious 13-year NFL career—and 37 touchdowns.Asked about the perception that he loves the pass and despises the run, Martz said: “I am very pragmatic in the approach. I think you have to analyze your personnel, the circumstances and the situation, like [playing in] Soldier Field, and look at what you have and the conditions and then go from there. “Really it’s just about winning games and doing whatever it takes to take advantage of your strengths.” Despite Smith’s run-first mentality, the Bears threw 563 passes and had 373 rushing attempts in 2009, ranking 23rd in the NFL in total yards, 29th rushing and 17th passing.“It’ll be a change, we know that,” general manager Jerry Angelo said about Martz’s arrival. “Philosophy, we’ll just wait and see what Mike does. Obviously, we know what Mike’s reputation is. He likes to throw the football. He’s very aggressive in play-calling. He runs an attacking offense.

Since O-Gun has a broken leg and will take some time to heal and for him to get back to form,Brown is older and the steady DE. Anderson is not the answer do you take a shot at Peppers? We have no first or second round pick to spend big money on so why not go after Peppers? I think with Peppers and Harris it could be another situation like it was in Tampa with Sapp and Rice coached by one R Marinelli. If not Peppers then Kampman from GB

Martz sheds light on hiring process February, 1, 2010 Feb 16:40PM CTEmail Print Share By JEFF DICKERSONFT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- New Bears offensive coordinator Mike Martz just shared some insight on the whole hiring process during a conference call with Chicago media members. "Lovie was very clear from the beginning this was going to take time for him to go through step by step," Martz said. "He did it the right way, especially since he got the job done. He was very clear about this from the very beginning." Martz detailed his meeting with Jay Cutler last week in Nashville, where in addition to having dinner, to two had some serious football related discussions. The coach even drew up a play meant to beat a Cover 2 defense on a blackboard for Cutler to analyze. "It went even better than anticipated," Martz said. "We are on the same page on so many things. He is so far ahead [in the way he sees things]. We enjoyed each other's company." On the topic of running this offense, Martz said will be pragmatic in his approach, and will analyze the Bears' personnel to take advantage of talent already on the roster. "They've got some real speed [at wide receiver].," Martz said. "The match-ups on these guys will be extreme."

By: Larry Mayer | Last Updated: 2/1/2010 12:12 AM LAKE FOREST, Ill. – New Bears offensive coordinator Mike Martz loves the passing game, but he isn’t married to it. Known for his penchant to throw the ball in stints with the Rams, Lions and 49ers, Martz wants to operate an offense in Chicago that is capable of excelling both on the ground and in the air. Lovie Smith chats with Mike Martz following a 2005 preseason game between the Bears and Rams. “You do whatever it takes to win,” Martz said during a conference call with the media. “Some weeks you’re going to run it pretty good. The next week you’re going to throw pretty good. But it’s about winning. Whatever you can do the best, that’s what you do.” Coach Lovie Smith was asked whether his philosophy that the Bears are a team that “gets off the bus running” will change with Martz taking over the offense. “When I say ‘get off the bus running the football,’ I mean that is a mindset,” Smith said. “The run will always be a part of what we’re going to do. "In Chicago, we play in the elements. That won’t change. But there’s nothing wrong with being able to run the football well and having balance to be able to pass the football. That’s what I’m excited about.” Asked if the Bears will still be a team that gets off the bus running, Martz said: “It depends on who you’re playing. The physical part of it I think is really what Lovie is addressing. That’s first and foremost. “Everything starts in the offensive line. Everything. They allow you to keep your defense off the field, to protect the quarterback, to do what you want to do on offense. When that’s established—which we’ll get done—then I think more than anything else, you get off the bus and really you are getting in a position to hit them right in the mouth.” Martz is known primarily for coordinating an explosive Rams offense that was dubbed “The Greatest Show on Turf.” Led by quarterback Kurt Warner, running back Marshall Faulk, and wide receivers Isaac Bruce and Torry Holt, St. Louis boasted a potent passing attack. But the Rams could also run the ball. In Martz’s first three seasons in St. Louis—as offensive coordinator in 1999 and head coach in 2000 and 2001—Faulk rushed for 1,381, 1,359 and 1,382 yards—the three highest totals of his illustrious 13-year NFL career—and 37 touchdowns. Asked about the perception that he loves the pass and despises the run, Martz said: “I am very pragmatic in the approach. I think you have to analyze your personnel, the circumstances and the situation, like [playing in] Soldier Field, and look at what you have and the conditions and then go from there. “Really it’s just about winning games and doing whatever it takes to take advantage of your strengths.” Despite Smith’s run-first mentality, the Bears threw 563 passes and had 373 rushing attempts in 2009, ranking 23rd in the NFL in total yards, 29th rushing and 17th passing. “It’ll be a change, we know that,” general manager Jerry Angelo said about Martz’s arrival. “Philosophy, we’ll just wait and see what Mike does. Obviously, we know what Mike’s reputation is. He likes to throw the football. He’s very aggressive in play-calling. He runs an attacking offense. “We wanted to make change. We wanted to be something different than what we were, and we just felt after we went through the process that Mike really presented what we considered the best plan for us.” Smith dismissed the notion that Martz’s offense is too difficult to digest by the season opener. “We will be ready to go, to play football, to have our offense in place by the first game,” Smith said. “It’s not so complicated where we can’t do that. I think that’s a misconception for people to think that.” Martz agreed, vowing “we will be hitting on all cylinders on opening day, I can promise you that.”

Martz oozes confidence at first press conference Posted by Evan Silva on February 1, 2010 7:30 PM ET The Bears' hire of Mike Martz as offensive coordinator is being criticized in some parts and praised in others. At Monday's introductory press conference, Martz touched on some of the developments that led up to his new position and his plans for the Bears' offense. Martz felt an "instant connection" with quarterback Jay Cutler when the two met for dinner in Nashville on Saturday night. "That happened to me with Jon Kitna the first time I met him, too," Martz said. "This was very interesting because we were on the same page on so many things." Kitna enjoyed his years under Martz, combining for 39 touchdown passes and throwing for over 4,000 yards in each of the seasons Martz called plays in Detroit. Martz added that the Bears have "plenty of talent" at wide receiver and says he's "real excited about the speed." So don't look for the Bears to trade for Brandon Marshall. Devin Aromashodu could be a 2010 fantasy sleeper. Martz also downplayed his alleged rift with current Bears defensive line coach Rod Marinelli, who fired Martz in Detroit after the '07 season. "I went to Detroit after I met Rod Marinelli," Martz said. "That's the only reason I went to Detroit. There's no issue there. It just doesn't exist." Bears G.M. Jerry Angelo, amid speculation to the contrary, said he is on board with the Martz hire: "Another misconception out there...We offer the job to one individual. Mike Martz." "We'll be hitting on all cylinders on opening day," Martz promised of his offense. "There is a lot of character in this group. They want to learn and that's the biggest part of it."

Sure we wee 7-9 this year but we should not have been. Think about it we lost some games by getting blowed out (Bengals,Cardnials, Vikings, Ravens) but we lost some that we should not have like the 1st packers game, the falcon game and two others against the 49ers and the Eagles. You can even make the case that we should have swept the pckers like we did the lions. So we lost 4 games by a total of 4,4,7,7 and had a chance to win in the ending of the game that would be 11-5.

ContactFeedsAdvertisingPrivacy PolicyFinal eight plan reduces Peppers' options by 25 percent Posted by Mike Florio on February 1, 2010 8:36 AM ET During two Radio Row segments in the 7:00 a.m. ET hour with our good friend Todd Wright of Sporting News Radio, Todd and I talked about the status of Panthers defensive end Julius Peppers. With the Panthers now snubbing Peppers and his agent, Peppers likely won't be slapped with the franchise tag again -- and thus he's destined to be an unrestricted free agent as of March 5. So he'll get a $100 million contract, like defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth finagled a year ago, right? Maybe not. Though it only takes one team to ridiculously overpay a guy, the potential competition for Peppers' services necessarily is reduced by 25 percent, thanks to the so-called final eight plan. As we've previously discussed, it's one of the tweaks of the uncapped year, aimed at maintaining competitive balance. The teams that advance to the divisional round face restrictions on their ability to sign unrestricted free agents. Most notably, a "final eight" team cannot sign an unrestricted free agent to a big-money deal unless and until the final eight team loses one of its own unrestricted free agents to a big-money deal. Specifically, a "replacement" free agent's first-year salary may not exceed the first-year salary received by the unrestricted free agent who has left the final-eight team. After year one, limitations apply on the growth of the deal. As a practical matter, this removes the Saints, Colts, Vikings, Jets, Cowboys, Cardinals, Chargers, and Ravens from the 12:01 a.m. ET bidding for Peppers' services, since none of those teams will be losing an unrestricted free agent via a contract that will be remotely close to the ballpark in which Peppers hopes to operate. So only 24 teams will be in the running for Peppers. And with the Panthers no longer trying to keep him, the maximum market has dipped even lower, to 23. Factor in the reality that Peppers has a reputation for periodically disappearing in games, and plenty of those 23 teams will opt to spend their money elsewhere, limiting even further the leverage that Peppers ultimately will enjoy. That said, it takes only one team to blow the lid off the market. But the dynamics will be very different in 2010 than they have been in past years. There's a good chance, then, that Peppers won't get a Haynesworth-style deal. But it's hard to envision Peppers feeling like he's had salt poured in a wound (man, I've been waiting eight years to use that one). After all, the guy made more than $18 million in 2009.

There are four they forgot about Pace.

Since we can't stop the pass here is a list of all the free agents at CB,FS and SS. Who could we get to make this team better? Top Cornerbacks: Leigh Bodden, New England Patriots (28) Bodden has rebounded well from his last year’s poor performance on the Lions. He’s picked off 5 passes on the year and deflected 18 others. Other than 2 or 3 below average games, Bodden has played at a high enough level to help a thin Patriots secondary. After taking the one-year tryout deal with the Patriots last year, he’ll expect a long-term offer in line with that of a good starting cornerback. With rookie Darius Butler coming into his own and little else, the Patriots should re-sign Bodden to a multi-year deal to bring some continuity to the unit. Dunta Robinson, Houston Texans (28) After holding out for nearly the entire offseason, Dunta Robinson stepped in and played pretty poorly, allowing a number of intermediate catches against him. Robinson played slightly better in the second half of the season, but not in line with a top corner. With an entire offseason of workouts, Robinson can return to form and be one of the better corners in the league, but it’ll be interesting to see how the situation plays out next offseason after an up and down season this year. The Texans may not be ready to commit a lot money after this season, which could lead Dunta to test the open market. I’d be surprised if they used the franchise tag on him again this year after what they went through last season. Carlos Rogers, Washington Redskins (29) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Though he’s had a couple poor games, Rogers has strung together a very nice season this year. He’s been targeted only 61 times this year, which is a distant second only to Nnamdi Asomugha among corners who have played at least 75% of their team’s snaps. Rogers is a pretty good cover corner, but finished the season in the team’s doghouse. He does a nice job of contesting passes and is rarely caught completely out of position. DeAngelo Hall on the other side arguably had a better season this year, but Rogers was not very far behind. With Brian Orakpo and Andre Carter able to turn loose and increase the pressure on the quarterback, Rogers should be able to become a little more aggressive to force turnovers, something he did not do at all this season. It’s tough to say what Washington thinks of Rogers and whether they’d be willing to match his asking price on a long-term extension. He’ll most likely be given a Restricted FA offer. Richard Marshall, Carolina Panthers (25) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Marshall has put up gaudy tackling numbers in his first three seasons, averaging over 80 per season. Starting opposite Chris Gamble, Marshall has actually played very well this season. He hasn’t given up many big plays and come up with a couple picks himself. Marshall loves to get physical and is likely to be rewarded by the Panthers at the end of the season with a long-term deal. He’s prepared for the upcoming contract negotiation by switching agents to Drew Rosenhaus in December. Tramon Williams, Green Bay Packers (27) – Restricted FA Tramon Williams started the season as the third corner behind Al Harris and Charles Woodson, splitting out wide in nickel packages to allow Woodson to slip inside to the slot. After Harris’ season-ending injury Williams stepped into the starting lineup with ease. While many saw the Ravens pick on Tramon on Monday Night in Week 13, he bounced right back to make a game-clinching interception at the goal line. As Williams earns a reputation in the league and learns to use more subtle contact downfield, he could develop into one of the better corners in the league. The Packers should sign Williams to a long-term extension at the end of the year, but still have the ability to tender him a restricted free agent, regardless of the CBA. Other Notable Free Agents: Alan Ball, Dallas Cowboys (25) – Restricted FA Will Blackmon, Green Bay Packers (25) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Dre’ Bly, San Francisco 49ers (33) Ralph Brown, Arizona Cardinals (31) Kevin Dockery, New York Giants (26) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Brent Grimes, Atlanta Falcons (27) – Restricted FA Nick Harper, Tennessee Titans (35) Walt Harris, San Francisco 49ers (36) Anthony Henry, Detroit Lions (33) Ellis Hobbs, Philadelphia Eagles (27) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Roderick Hood, Cleveland Browns (28) Marlin Jackson, Indianapolis Colts (27) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Tim Jennings, Indianapolis Colts (27) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Ken Lucas, Seattle Seahawks (31) Karl Paymah, Minnesota Vikings (27) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Stanford Routt, Oakland Raiders (27) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Deshea Townsend, Pittsburgh Steelers (34) Fabian Washington, Baltimore Ravens (27) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Usama Young, New Orleans Saints (25) – Restricted FA Top Safeties: Darren Sharper, New Orleans Saints (34) After a couple of inconsistent seasons in Minnesota, Darren Sharper has put himself back on the map while picking of 9 passes and breaking Ed Reed’s league record for most INT yards in a season (376). Sharper is your typical gambler in the secondary, risking big plays for aggressive coverage and the interception. Not to downplay Sharper’s success, but he’s only adequate in run support as well. The Saints would surely love to have him back on a defense that prides itself on forcing turnovers, but may not want to commit too many years to him considering he is also 34. Nick Collins, Green Bay Packers (27) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) After seeing Collins blossom into one of best safeties last year, earning a Pro Bowl invite, the Packers wanted to see if he would perform at that high level once again. Almost through the regular season, Collins has done just that, playing at a level indicative of his talent and as one of the 5 best safeties in the league, earning a nod on my All-Pro team this year. The former second-round selection from Bethune-Cookman plays a very unique game. Collins isn’t always in the exact right position and plays aggressively in coverage, but has elite recovery speed to account for any error in his position. He’s a well-rounded safety capable of crashing into the box to make tackles in run support. Collins has picked off 6 passes and should be paid handsomely by Green Bay this offseason. Antoine Bethea, Indianapolis Colts (26) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Antoine Bethea is every bit as talented and important to the Colts’ secondary as the renowned enforcer, Bob Sanders, who’s on the IR this season. Despite earning a Pro Bowl selection in 2007, Bethea is still highly unrecognized. He’s consistently one of the Colts’ leading tacklers as a result of his sound angles and quick closing speed around the line of scrimmage. He is a little susceptible in coverage, but has the ability to play both strong safety and free safety. Even though this wasn’t Bethea’s best season, it was very close to it, and the Colts will most likely place Bethea at the top of their priorities this season. Roman Harper, New Orleans Saints (27) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Roman Harper can be compared to Bethea in a number of regards as one of the more underrated safeties in the league. His ability around the line of scrimmage in run support is among the best in the league. Harper led the Saints in tackles for loss was only a couple back of Jonathan Vilma for the clubhouse-lead in the tackles. Both of the Saints’ safeties are set to become free agents this year with Harper great in the box and Sharper pretty good in coverage. Harper also has a weakness dropping into coverage while Sharper struggles taking sound angles in the run game. O.J. Atogwe, St. Louis Rams (29) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Atogwe is a four-year starter for the Rams at the backend of their secondary, giving them consistent production. Though his impact plays were down this season, Atogwe was on pace to break his personal best for tackles this season prior to his shoulder injury, which forced him to the IR. After designating him their franchise player, last season, the Rams were unable to get a long-term extension done. Coming off injury, the Rams will be cautious, but also realize Atogwe is one of the better players on the team Bernard Pollard, Houston Texans (25) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) After being cut by the Chiefs close to the start of the regular season, Bernard Pollard landed a starting spot with the Texans and turned in a fine year. He had 102 stops to go with 4 interceptions. Since Pollard entered the starting lineup in Week 4, the Texans allowed only 84.3 yards per game on the ground and 3.6 yards per carry after allowing 205 yards per game over the first three. Pollard’s impact in the box has gone largely unnoticed, but is probably well-documented inside the Texans’ locker room and front office. Other Notable Free Agents: Will Allen, Tampa Bay Buccaneers (28) Atari Bigby, Green Bay Packers (28) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) C.C. Brown, New York Giants (27) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Daniel Bullocks, Detroit Lions (27) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Josh Bullocks, Chicago Bears (27) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Tyrone Carter, Pittsburgh Steelers (34) Ryan Clark, Pittsburgh Steelers (30) Abram Elam, Cleveland Browns (28) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Hiram Eugene, Oakland Raiders (29) Sean Jones, Philadelphia Eagles (28) Dawan Landry, Baltimore Ravens (27) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Danieal Manning, Chicago Bears (28) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Jarrad Page, Kansas City Chiefs (26) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Brodney Pool, Cleveland Browns (26) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Mark Roman, San Francisco 49ers (33) Gerald Sensabaugh, Dallas Cowboys (27) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA) Roy Williams, Cincinnati Bengals (30) George Wilson, Buffalo Bills (28) – Restricted FA (UFA-CBA)

Smith, Angelo may be at odds over coordinator pick Posted by Gregg Rosenthal on January 31, 2010 8:47 AM ET Mike Martz made his best sales pitch to Jay Cutler in Nashville Saturday. If he can convince the Bears front office, he just might be back in the NFL. Neil Hayes of the Chicago Sun-Times has sources that say Martz is Lovie Smith's top pick. The coach usually chooses his staff, but the process is reportedly "complicated," which may indicate some disagreement between Smith and G.M. Jerry Angelo. Cutler's opinion will also be a factor. The Chicago Tribune, meanwhile, seems to think Martz is in the driver's seat. If the team let him travel to Nashville to meet with Cutler, logic says, he probably has calmed fears about his pass-happy ways. One thing that the two papers agree on is that this process shouldn't take that much longer. It looks like Martz or Vikings quarterbacks' coach Kevin Rogers will get the job. Hayes says Rogers remains a "strong candidate" after an impressive interview. A decision could come as soon as today. And it may tell us who has the most juice in among the Bears hierarchy.

We need to cut R.Davis(WR) and K.Jones(RB) and Vasher(CB) and go after W.McGhee(RB) B.Marshall(WR) and L.Shepard(CB) and R.Clark(FS)

Keep him on the field and get rid of R Davis!

Recently in Bears Category Hue Jackson won't interview with Bears after all January 26, 2010 6:59 AM | 1 Comment By Vaughn McClure MOBILE, Ala. -- The Bears' search for an offensive coordinator continues to be an unpredictable process. Baltimore Ravens quarterbacks coach Hue Jackson, who was believed to be headed to Chicago for an interview with the Bears today, was a last-minute scratch, according to an NFL source with knowledge of the situation. Jackson previously met with the Oakland Raiders about their offensive coordinator position. Before working to develop quarterback Joe Flacco the last two seasons, he was the offensive coordinator in Atlanta (2007) and Wasington ('03). A source close to Jackson said he had not heard from the Bears as of early Monday morning, but that apparently changed Monday afternoon as NFL coaches, scouts, and front-office personnel gathered for the first day of the Senior Bowl. Jackson now could be on his way to join the Ravens' staff at the event, depending on what unfolds with the Raiders. The Bears are taking their time interviewing candidates and are in no rush to extend offers, which may have contributed to Jackson's interview status. The Bears also interviewed Rob Chudzinski, the assistant head coach/tight ends in San Diego, and Ken Zampese, Cincinnati's quarterbacks coach. Chudzinski apparently was content with his current situation, while Zampese was given a week deadline to make a decision after interviewing Jan. 12-13, Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis told the Tribune. The Bears failed in their efforts to secure an interview with Jeremy Bates before he went to Seattle, and Green Bay blocked the Bears from meeting with Packers quarterbacks coach Tom Clements. The Bears could wait until after the Super Bowl and look to pluck a coach from either the Colts or Saints. Clyde Christensen, the Colts' assistant head coach/wide receivers, might be worth monitoring.

So who is the best rusher O-Gun or Kap-man?

I just read some where that the Bears are going to let Ogunleye taest the waters of being a FA. Does this mean that we will go after Kampman fron the Packers?

Hell hire him...could we get worse