August 8, 200817 yr comment_43143 http://www.profootballtalk.com/category/rumor-mill/ CHRIS WILLIAMS OUT FOR THE YEAR? Posted by Mike Florio on August 7, 2008, 8:12 p.m. We’re hearing rumblings from reliable sources that Bears rookie offensive tackle Chris Williams, the No. 14 overall pick in the 2008 draft, is expected to miss the entire season with a back injury. Multiple teams were concerned about Williams’ health prior to the draft. Some were sufficiently concerned to take him off the board. As we hear it, Williams has aggravated a prior back injury, and most likely will be shut down. This development, if indeed accurate, will throw a mediocre Bears offensive line into disarray, and will put even more pressure on the team’s defense to save the day, each and every Sunday. Williams was one of seven offensive tackles selected among the first 21 picks of the draft. Report
August 8, 200817 yr Author comment_43145 Just our luck... http://www.profootballtalk.com/category/rumor-mill/ CHRIS WILLIAMS OUT FOR THE YEAR? Posted by Mike Florio on August 7, 2008, 8:12 p.m. We’re hearing rumblings from reliable sources that Bears rookie offensive tackle Chris Williams, the No. 14 overall pick in the 2008 draft, is expected to miss the entire season with a back injury. Multiple teams were concerned about Williams’ health prior to the draft. Some were sufficiently concerned to take him off the board. As we hear it, Williams has aggravated a prior back injury, and most likely will be shut down. This development, if indeed accurate, will throw a mediocre Bears offensive line into disarray, and will put even more pressure on the team’s defense to save the day, each and every Sunday. Williams was one of seven offensive tackles selected among the first 21 picks of the draft. Report
August 8, 200817 yr comment_43146 What a complete waste of a draft pick, ugh. If they knew of a pre-existing injury with a lineman, why even chance it with the 14th pick? Report
August 8, 200817 yr comment_43147 They were just talking about him during the game. They were saying it was not serious. That there were reports of a back problem before the draft but he was healthy when drafted and Williams never missed one practice or game with any injury his 3 years as a starter at LOT in college. I am not saying the report is incorrect, just saying there are conflicting reports. Report
August 8, 200817 yr Author comment_43148 I couldn't agree more... Our offensive drafting is suspect at best. Thankfully Forte looks really good or I'd be spitting fire over passing on Mendenhall... What a complete waste of a draft pick, ugh. If they knew of a pre-existing injury with a lineman, why even chance it with the 14th pick? Report
August 8, 200817 yr Author comment_43149 It is just in the PFT Rumor Mill, so you never know...and to doubt it is wise. However, tack in the talk of bringing in Fred Miller, and the general smokescreen nature of this coaching staff, and I'm concerned. They were just talking about him during the game. They were saying it was not serious. That there were reports of a back problem before the draft but he was healthy when drafted and Williams never missed one practice or game with any injury his 3 years as a starter at LOT in college. I am not saying the report is incorrect, just saying there are conflicting reports. Report
August 8, 200817 yr Author comment_43153 MORE ON THE OFFICIAL BEARS SITE: http://www.chicagobears.com/news/NewsStory.asp?story_id=4972 August 7, 2008 Williams undergoes surgery to repair herniated disc By Larry Mayer CHICAGO – Moments before the start of Thursday night’s preseason opener against the Kansas City Chiefs, the Bears announced that first-round draft pick Chris Williams underwent surgery to repair a herniated disc in his lower back within the past 24 hours. Williams has been sidelined since sustaining a lower back strain July 24 in the second training camp practice. When the muscle issue subsided, the rookie left tackle was further evaluated. It was then that the disc problem was discovered. The procedure was performed by Dr. Sdrjan Mirkovic and Dr. Mark Bowen. The Bears declined to give a timetable for Williams’ return, but indicated that they plan to keep the Vanderbilt product on the 53-man roster once the regular season begins. Roster news: In addition to Williams, other Bears who weren’t active for Thursday night’s game included linebacker Hunter Hillenmeyer (hip), defensive tackle Dusty Dvoracek (calf), running back Kevin Jones (knee), guard Terrence Metcalf (knee) and linebacker Michael Okwo (leg). Among the Chiefs who did not play were both of Kansas City’s first-round draft picks, defensive tackle Glenn Dorsey (knee) and left tackle Branden Albert (foot). http://www.profootballtalk.com/category/rumor-mill/ CHRIS WILLIAMS OUT FOR THE YEAR? Posted by Mike Florio on August 7, 2008, 8:12 p.m. We’re hearing rumblings from reliable sources that Bears rookie offensive tackle Chris Williams, the No. 14 overall pick in the 2008 draft, is expected to miss the entire season with a back injury. Multiple teams were concerned about Williams’ health prior to the draft. Some were sufficiently concerned to take him off the board. As we hear it, Williams has aggravated a prior back injury, and most likely will be shut down. This development, if indeed accurate, will throw a mediocre Bears offensive line into disarray, and will put even more pressure on the team’s defense to save the day, each and every Sunday. Williams was one of seven offensive tackles selected among the first 21 picks of the draft. Report
August 8, 200817 yr Author comment_43155 This is truly awful news. I iwsh him the best...but I wonder if we'll ever see him play. I have a herniated disc and I hope he doesn't have what I have. It's unrepairable and you just have to limit yourself from doing things that could agravate it. What a sour day... MORE ON THE OFFICIAL BEARS SITE: http://www.chicagobears.com/news/NewsStory.asp?story_id=4972 August 7, 2008 Williams undergoes surgery to repair herniated disc By Larry Mayer CHICAGO – Moments before the start of Thursday night’s preseason opener against the Kansas City Chiefs, the Bears announced that first-round draft pick Chris Williams underwent surgery to repair a herniated disc in his lower back within the past 24 hours. Williams has been sidelined since sustaining a lower back strain July 24 in the second training camp practice. When the muscle issue subsided, the rookie left tackle was further evaluated. It was then that the disc problem was discovered. The procedure was performed by Dr. Sdrjan Mirkovic and Dr. Mark Bowen. The Bears declined to give a timetable for Williams’ return, but indicated that they plan to keep the Vanderbilt product on the 53-man roster once the regular season begins. Roster news: In addition to Williams, other Bears who weren’t active for Thursday night’s game included linebacker Hunter Hillenmeyer (hip), defensive tackle Dusty Dvoracek (calf), running back Kevin Jones (knee), guard Terrence Metcalf (knee) and linebacker Michael Okwo (leg). Among the Chiefs who did not play were both of Kansas City’s first-round draft picks, defensive tackle Glenn Dorsey (knee) and left tackle Branden Albert (foot). Report
August 8, 200817 yr comment_43157 They should have just traded up to get that guy outta Boise State, whatever his name was. He was clearly the best Offensive lineman besides the Michigan guy (I'm having problems with names today..). Report
August 8, 200817 yr comment_43158 They should have just traded up to get that guy outta Boise State, whatever his name was. He was clearly the best Offensive lineman besides the Michigan guy (I'm having problems with names today..). Clady. Also, most were suggesting to trade down and pick up some picks. Even if you lose some value, you have less of a chance at something like this happening with multiple picks. Report
August 8, 200817 yr comment_43167 This is truly awful news. I iwsh him the best...but I wonder if we'll ever see him play. I have a herniated disc and I hope he doesn't have what I have. It's unrepairable and you just have to limit yourself from doing things that could agravate it. What a sour day... If they didn't think he'd be able to play this year he'd be on IR already. Report
August 8, 200817 yr comment_43170 Why hasnt Bentley been looked at yet? He should be here even if Williams if healthy. Report
August 8, 200817 yr Author comment_43172 Agreed... Why hasnt Bentley been looked at yet? He should be here even if Williams if healthy. Report
August 8, 200817 yr Author comment_43173 Give it time, it just may happen... If they didn't think he'd be able to play this year he'd be on IR already. Report
August 8, 200817 yr comment_43178 They were just talking about him during the game. They were saying it was not serious. That there were reports of a back problem before the draft but he was healthy when drafted and Williams never missed one practice or game with any injury his 3 years as a starter at LOT in college. I am not saying the report is incorrect, just saying there are conflicting reports. This is the point. He never missed a practice or game in college. We would not have drafted him unless he was cleared by the medical staff. I cannot believe how awful our luck is. UGH!!!!! Peace Report
August 8, 200817 yr Author comment_43180 I really question our offensive scouts... I read many places this guy had some injury or at least odd physical issues relating to his back or legs. So many passed on him, we did not. It is bad luck...but dang. My conspiracy theory alert is going off... This is the point. He never missed a practice or game in college. We would not have drafted him unless he was cleared by the medical staff. I cannot believe how awful our luck is. UGH!!!!! Peace Report
August 8, 200817 yr comment_43181 I really question our offensive scouts... I read many places this guy had some injury or at least odd physical issues relating to his back or legs. So many passed on him, we did not. It is bad luck...but dang. My conspiracy theory alert is going off... What conspiracy? We intentionally drafted an injured player? Clarify please. Peace Report
August 8, 200817 yr Author comment_43182 Just that when we draft OL, they are busts... Granted, Columbo is now doing well, but he was a bust with us. I'm probably using the wrong lingo given how I'm irritated by the news and our performance this evening with the first team. If not for some nifty running by wolfe and a pick, it'd be plain disgusting now. What conspiracy? We intentionally drafted an injured player? Clarify please. Peace Report
August 8, 200817 yr comment_43200 Williams had surgery on a herniated disk in his back. Usually we we here 2-3 weeks, 6-8 weeks, 6-8 months . . . whatever. What scares the hell out of me is the, "There is no time-table for his return." Someone mentioned that we haven't placed him on IR. But we will tomorrow. Hell, if Kreutz was placed on IR, Williams has got to be. Remember the IR for pre-season is not the same as the IR for regular season. Damnit. Report
August 8, 200817 yr comment_43201 Um, there's no such thing as IR in the preseason. It's called PUP. (Physically Unable to Play) Report
August 8, 200817 yr comment_43205 Um, there's no such thing as IR in the preseason. It's called PUP. (Physically Unable to Play) You're probably right, but the media often refers to it as the injured reserve list. I heard several times that Kreutz was on the injured reserve list. They media might just do this because it's shorter and less confusing then saying, "He's physically unable to perform." (and it is "perform" not "play") Report
August 8, 200817 yr comment_43208 Great. Now we're back to the same OL as last year (not that CW was going to be the savior or anything this year, but...) thus it will make Forte look medicore. Then, we'll be going with another RB and an OT last year and blah blah blah, same old sh*t again. Matthew Stafford, welcome to Chicago (hopefully, if we even get a top 3 pick, that is). Report
August 8, 200817 yr comment_43210 This does really suck as we were all hoping to see what he could do to help out that line. Bentley is still sitting at home. Something is telling me though that he is still hurt otherwise another team would have picked him up by now you would think. Report
August 8, 200817 yr comment_43212 However watching the game today our 1st string Oline did look very impressive. They at least kept Orton and Grossman clean. Your even heard during the Orton sideline interview he said that he never even felt pressure at all. This has to be very encourging at least. Report
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