Key Questions For Chicago Bears Sensation, Devin Hester

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HOUSTON - DECEMBER 28:  Devin Hester #23 of the Chicago Bears runs after a catch against Jacques Reeves #35 of the Houston Texans during the second half at the Reliant Stadium on December 28, 2008 in Houston, Texas.  The Texans won 31-24.  (Photo by Harry

With all the changes in the off-season this year, there are many questions for those in the Bears locker room.

While we often hear from Coach Lovie Smith on what he plans to do this season, what about how his players feel? In particular, Devin Hester.

Coach Smith insists that Hester has the ability to return a punt for a touchdown every time, even if he also has responsibilities as wide receiver.

But last year Hester was so focused on his routes he averaged only 6.2 yards per punt return. Does he want to continue at both positions? Does he like the challenge of becoming a strong WR?

These are the questions left unanswered...

Question 1

CHICAGO - DECEMBER 22: Devin Hester #23 of the Chicago Bears is chased by A.J. Hawk #50 of the Green Bay Packers on December 22, 2008 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois. The Bears defeated the Packers 20-17 in overtime. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty

When coach moved you up to wide receiver last year how do you think that affected your return game?

Question 2

CHICAGO - DECEMBER 22: Devin Hester #23 of the Chicago Bears returns a punt against the Green Bay Packers on December 22, 2008 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois. The Bears defeated the Packers 20-17. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Do you feel more comfortable as a KR/PR or as a WR? Are you confident you can do both?

Question 3

CHICAGO - DECEMBER 07: Devin Hester #23 of the Chicago Bears returns a punt against the Jacksonville Jaguars on December 7, 2008 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois. The Bears defeated the Jaguars 23-10. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

You set amazing records and became known as the player teams were afraid to kick the ball to. Was it the pressure, the movement to wide receiver or something else that made it more difficult to return the ball last season?

Question 4

CHICAGO - NOVEMBER 25:  Jay Cutler #6 of the Denver Broncos fades back to pass during the NFL game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on November 25, 2007 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

What have you noticed as the biggest differences so far with having Jay Cutler as your quarterback instead of Kyle Orton?

Question 5

MINNEAPOLIS - NOVEMBER 30:  Center Josh Beekman #67 of the Chicago Bears gets ready to hike the ball during the game against the Minnesota Vikings at the Metrodome on November 30, 2008 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images)

What do you foresee as the biggest challenges the Bears face this year?

Question 6

LAKE FOREST, IL - MAY 01: Juaquin Iglesias #17 of the Chicago Bears catches a pass during a rookie mini-camp practice on May 1, 2009 at Halas Hall in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

What goals will you try to set for the younger guys on the team?

Question 7

HOUSTON - DECEMBER 28:  Kyle Orton #18 of the Chicago Bears reacts to a stop short of a touchdown against the Houston Texans during the second half at the Reliant Stadium December 28, 2008 in Houston, Texas.  The Bears lost 31-24 and failed to make the pl

What off-season change do you think will have the biggest impact on the team in the long run? Why?

Question 8

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - DECEMBER 28:  Brett Favre #4 of The New York Jets looks to pass against The Miami Dolphins during their game on December 28, 2008 at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.  (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

Do you think Brett Favre will come out of retirement again? What would that mean for the Bears?

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