Stinger226

These are not the top options we signed but the top 4 got money . The lowest rated of the four was Aaron Brewer and he got 3 year 21 mil. Chusenberry is getting 12.5 mil a year. Since we only have about 6 mil left in the cap, Poles allicated the money at other spots. He took two questionable options that wasnt gettting money contracts. It definitely an upgrade but we will see if it was enough. I think Bates will end up the starter and at least we have an experienced vet as a backup.

I think we are lucky we are in the hall of Fame game, we get to start one week earlier than other teams. Which is cool our weapons have already been working out together. The Bears Blitzkrieg is coming early to the NFL.

The top 3 will all end up being top 10 WRs in the league. Fortunately we got one.

Heres a video showing typical NFL north fans discussing the draft. If you have time watch them bad mouth the Bears.

The only thing I would do different is sign A J Espensa/Edge he's making 6 mil this year. I think Bates will be a solid center and Poles must think so to trade for him.

Im not expecting it but excited we are even talking about it. Im an optimist.

Is that Flus sitting behind him?

I cant figure why you put words in my mouth all the time. I never said (he cant play in structure and tempo), I pointed out last year there were plays he held the ball to long and needs to improve in that area. That's the absolute thing Im talking about , I make light of 60 plays and you project that I mean he does it all the time.

Its just my opinion from observing your posts. Its subjective. You push back on anyone that puts a negative light on Caleb. Example: Caleb holds the ball to long 60 plays of over 6 seconds and your comeback is (its bullshit) and sight a video that shows him making a 100 on time throws. Those were nice but both happen to be true.

Playoff bound? SB contenders . You're not excited enough.

I would laugh at that before but Poles is going for it this year. Troy makes 21 mil and wants a new contract. The money starts at 25+ mil a yr.

a sad joke

Here's a writers view on the final roster, It would mean resigning Yannick and Lewis. https://www.windycitygridiron.com/2024/5/3/24147660/way-too-early-chicago-bears-53-man-roster-projection-2024-caleb-williams-rome-odunze-khalil-herbert

The comments was not an attack on you, it was pointing out you seem to look at things in absolutes. Fields was bad so everything you said focused on the negstive and now with Caleb you seem protective of him. example: he can be still be great and still held the ball to long numberous times. Its not calling him trash.

I think those are very realistic numbers. If you cant be optimistic this year you dont have it in you to do so. I get next year is the p[rojection, but Poles is going for it now. I was just reading where Yannick stayed in Chicago and was rehabing at Hallas Hall. He didnt perform well last year but got better when Sweat got here. I figure Poles gives him an incentive ladened contract. Like 6 mil and 5 mil as incentives. With him, Sweat, Booker and Walker it will be higher sack numbers. The DL coach is sup[posed to be a Guru type, who knows how he he make make everyone better.

I wasnt refering to you when I said that but , I think he has the best season ever for a rookie, and yes those are correctable traits.

Adam, freeze my acount, Im out of control right now.

I seen a podcast that said Booker was 252 lbs at his pro day. he lost weight to try get faster times at the combine. Also seen where his pro comparision was Maxx Crosby. Maxx is 6'5" 256, Booker is 6' 4 1/2" 252. Crosbys first year he had 10 sacks, that would be nice if we get some millage out of Booker in his first year.

You go from ( you cant say anything nice about Justin mode) to you're not allowed to say anything negative about Caleb mode) people break down Caleb and he's not perfect. It doesnt matter why you hold the ball to long but holding the ball to long is a negative. Unlike you I'm not trashing Caleb because of it, just pointing out he still has some developing to do. Im all in on him but he is not yet walking on water, because a poor OL and bad WR options contributed to that just like many other QBs that are put in that postion. Mahomes holds the ball to long a lot and he is the best QB in the league. https://www.nfl.com/prospects/caleb-williams/32005749-4c17-6897-a516-9754023602e6

Bagent looked good getting ball out because Gretsy kept it simple with his play calling, step and throw. He only had 3 completions over 20 yards on 93 completions. Here is a throw chart in the Raiders game. Its easy to make throws when 90% are under 5 yards. This is where the plays ended so YAC has to be figured in. I think he is capable of more but wasnt ask to do it in his playing time.

I've been traveling so dont know if someone mentioned it but Poles was getting nervous with Rome getting picked was going to try to move up to get him. Ian told him to be patient and we got him. He clearly liked Rome because of his character. Poles envisions Caleb and Rome leading the offense and Brisker and Sweat leading the defense with their leadership and work ethic. We have several other leaders on this team that could make this a special team.