1. 6 Players the Chicago Bears Need to Step Up in 2013

    The Chicago Bears upgraded several key positions this offseason, but they still have holes and will need returning players to improve their play if they're going to take the next step and make the playoffs...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 3 days ago 12,333 reads 47 comments

  2. Chicago Bears: Writing on the Wall for Gabe Carimi

    While many Chicago Bears fans, and probably even some in the front office, have held out hope that Gabe Carimi could cash in on the potential that made him a first-round pick, it now appears obvious that the Bears need to move on...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 4 days ago 12,514 reads 105 comments

  3. Five Players the Bears Will Regret Passing on in the 2013 NFL Draft

    Like every team in the league, the Bears will end up having regrets about players they passed on for one reason or another during the NFL draft...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 10 days ago 14,120 reads 77 comments

  4. NFC North: The Best and Worst Draft Picks for Each Team

    While the NFC North teams and their fans were focused mainly on their own draft boards, it's hard not to peek over and see what their rivals are doing. The 2013 draft brought an influx of new—but raw—talent in the NFC North...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 15 days ago 11,060 reads 133 comments

  5. Report Card Grades for Bears' Undrafted Free-Agent Signings

    Like they did in the draft itself, the Chicago Bears appear to have put a priority on athleticism when signing undrafted free agents, something that could pay off...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 15 days ago 18,329 reads 68 comments

  6. Chicago Bears Draft Picks Could All Become Key Starters

    Potential is a scary word for NFL teams, but that's exactly what the Chicago Bears draft was full of, as all six of their selections could be impact players one day...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 17 days ago 15,571 reads 154 comments

  7. Players the Bears Should Target on Day 3

    With just two picks in the first three rounds, the Bears are left with some holes to fill in the final four rounds on Saturday. The Bears put themselves in position where they could have gone in any direction with their first two picks...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 22 days ago 2,053 reads 50 comments

  8. Aaron Kromer Could Make Phil Emery Look Like a Genius for Picking Kyle Long

    Chicago Bears general manager Phil Emery reached for offensive lineman Kyle Long, but offensive coordinator/line coach Aaron Kromer could change how that pick is viewed. Long is physically talented, but incredibly raw...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 22 days ago 2,627 reads 46 comments

  9. Bears' First-Round Pick Could Be a Surprise Again

    Chicago Bears general manager Phil Emery surprised nearly every fan when he chose Shea McClellin with the 19th pick last year, and he may do it again...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 23 days ago 1,948 reads 44 comments

  10. First Round Projections for NFC North Teams

    With the NFL draft less than a week away, teams are starting to narrow down the players they really want, players they'd be happy with and players they'd merely be satisfied with...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 25 days ago 5,595 reads 114 comments

  11. Tyler Eifert or Zach Ertz Would Make Bears' Offense Hard to Defend

    Although the Chicago Bears signed tight end Martellus Bennett on the first day of free agency, they might not be done at that position, with a pair of good players (Notre Dame's ...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 29 days ago 11,513 reads 261 comments

  12. Eben Britton Signing Could Be Worth the Risk for Chicago Bears

    When the Bears signed offensive tackle/guard Eben Britton on Wednesday (per Pro Football Talk's Josh Alper ), they either picked up another body for training camp or a starter...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 1 month ago 8,634 reads 48 comments

  13. Chicago Bears Draft: The Best Fit for the Bears at Every Position

    The Chicago Bears head into this draft without many major needs; however, it wouldn't be surprising to see them draft at any position. This is a list of the players the Bears should target at each position...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 1 month ago 14,730 reads 82 comments

  14. Who Do Bears Fans Want in the First Round of the NFL Draft?

    Due to an active free agency, the Chicago Bears are in an ideal position heading into the NFL draft. They could go any number of ways, but don't have to target any specific player or position...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 1 month ago 11,576 reads 141 comments

  15. Brian Urlacher May Be Old, but He's Far from Done in the NFL

    The interest in former Chicago Bears ' star linebacker Brian Urlacher has been minimal since the team announced they were going their separate ways in March, but he can still help a team...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 1 month ago 24,260 reads 109 comments

  16. Bears Should Use Brandon Marshall in Slot More in 2013

    When most people think of slot receivers, they think of smaller, quick players, a la Wes Welker . They don't think of Brandon Marshall , but that may change in 2013. Marshall isn't foreign to the slot position...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 1 month ago 8,424 reads 61 comments

  17. Why the Bears Absolutely Must Draft Chance Warmack

    The Chicago Bears appear to be angling to trade down, but if they stay with the 20th pick, the best player they could add is Alabama guard Chance Warmack . Since Olin Kreutz was in his prime, the Bears' offensive line has lacked an anchor...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 1 month ago 15,110 reads 156 comments

  18. Predicting the Chicago Bears' Next Great LB

    With the Brian Urlacher era likely over in Chicago and Lance Briggs on the wrong side of 30, it's time to take a look at who could be the Bears' next great linebacker. The middle linebacker spot for the Chicago Bears is a legendary position...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 1 month ago 9,116 reads 23 comments

  19. Chicago Bears Need More Production from Earl Bennett

    One of the biggest keys for the Bears ' offense next season will be to get production from a receiver outside of Brandon Marshall , which should mean a lot more opportunities for Earl Bennett ...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 1 month ago 5,099 reads 51 comments

  20. Bears Need Hester to Do More Than Return Kicks to Warrant Roster Spot

    Chicago Bears general manager Phil Emery and head coach Marc Trestman have both spoken publicly about receiver Devin Hester becoming a return specialist, but they're going to need more from him to warrant giving him a roster spot...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 1 month ago 6,385 reads 159 comments

  21. Who Are the Experts Predicting to Bears in the 1st Round of the NFL Draft?

    As the opening weeks of free agency have come to a close and the Bears ' roster begins to take shape, it's time to start focusing on the 2013 NFL draft . While they're further down in the draft at No...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 1 month ago 21,552 reads 120 comments

  22. How the New-Look Chicago Bears Offense Can Take the NFL by Storm in 2013

    The Chicago Bears are going to have a very different look on the offensive side of the ball next season, as they should finally be able to provide the scoring punch needed to contend for a Super Bowl...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 1 month ago 20,942 reads 201 comments

  23. Best and Worst Moves of Chicago Bears Free Agency so Far

    While the Chicago Bears haven't had a lot of additions to their roster in free agency, sometimes it's what you don't do that makes just as big of an impact...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 1 month ago 6,217 reads 51 comments

  24. Chicago Bears Fans Should Be Thrilled by the Martellus Bennett Signing

    The Chicago Bears got a major coup on the first day of free agency, nabbing former New York Giant Martellus Bennett , a move that should make fans feel like Bennett does about a certain kind of breakfast cereal...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 2 months ago 9,791 reads 59 comments

  25. Chicago Bears Could Have Done Better Than Jermon Bushrod in Free Agency

    The Bears paid a lot of money for left tackle Jermon Bushrod , but it's arguable if he is an upgrade at that position and clearly was not the best tackle they could have signed...

    Andrew Dannehy Written by Andrew Dannehy about 2 months ago 15,102 reads 298 comments