Chicago Bears

Mike Martz resigns as Bears OC

January 3, 2012
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Although quiet on Black Monday, the Bears stole the headlines on Tuesday, firing general manager Jerry Angelo while retaining head coach Lovie Smith. The whirlwind day was just beginning, as their veteran offensive boss then decided to part ways with the organization. According to the Chicago Tribune, Mike Martz resigned as the Bears offensive coordinator, [...]

Brett Favre ‘would listen’ if Bears called

December 5, 2011
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About a week ago, Brett Favre made it pretty clear that he wouldn’t come out of retirement to play for the Texans — or any team that came a callin’ this season. Now, it appears he may be willing to make a return to his old stomping grounds — the NFC North — for a [...]

Mike Martz not expected back with Bears

December 4, 2011
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Despite the noted progress he’s made with the Bears’ offense — specifically quarterback Jay Cutler — Mike Martz is unlikely to remain in the Windy City. Appearing on ESPN’s Sunday NFL Countdown, Adam Schefter reported that Martz, the Bears’ offensive coordinator, is not expected to return in 2012. Martz’s contract is set to expire after [...]

Bears extend Earl Bennett through 2015

December 2, 2011
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While Matt Forte — the NFL’s third-leading rusher — continues to be held in a contractual holding pattern, one of his offensive cohorts was deemed worthy of a new pact, and cashed in Friday. Per the Chicago Sun-Times, the Bears signed receiver Earl Bennett to a four-year, $18 million contract extension. The deal, which runs [...]

Jay Cutler has broken right thumb, out ‘a while’

November 20, 2011
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After knocking off the Chargers with relative ease, the red-hot Bears are now proud owners of a five-game winning streak. Much of their recent success can be attributed to the play of quarterback Jay Cutler, who turned in another good performance Sunday. Unfortunately, Chicago’s gunslinger didn’t come out of the game unscathed, likely hampering their [...]

Matt Forte to be franchised ‘barring breakthrough’

October 30, 2011
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One of the NFL’s worst kept secrets is Matt Forte, the dynamic Bears running back who currently boasts the fifth-most rushing yards in the league. Far from a secret is Forte’s year-long desire for the team to re-do his deal, which they’ve refused to do up to this point. Now Chicago has revealed their Plan [...]

Bears cut ties with Chris Harris

October 27, 2011
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Following an unsuccessful attempt at forcing his way out of town, Chris Harris has finally received his wish — walking papers from the Bears. Per ESPNChicago.com, the Bears released Harris, one week after the veteran strong safety asked to be traded. Upon learning of the news, Harris tweeted that he appreciated his time in the [...]

Matt Forte, Bears end contract negotiations

September 6, 2011
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While it seemed imminent that the Bears were about to reward running back Matt Forte with a new contract, that now won’t happen for at least another four months. Appearing on WBBM-AM 780 Chicago on Monday night, Bears general manager Jerry Angelo said the team and the representatives for Forte have a “mutual understanding” that [...]