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Monday, Apr 8, 2013 at 11:51 PM
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By Maggie Hendricks

D.J WIliams a Low-Risk, High-Reward Signing

D.J WIliams a Low-Risk, High-Reward Signing

When the Bears broke off negotiations with Brian Urlacher and signed D.J. Williams, you weren't the only Bears fan who wondered what the heck they were thinking at Halas Hall. Though he was aging, Urlacher was a... Read »

Friday, Mar 8, 2013 at 11:44 AM
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By Maggie Hendricks

Urlacher, Bears Start Contract Talks

Urlacher, Bears Start Contract Talks

Though it's the off-season, the game is underway. Brian Urlacher and the Bears' contract talks are reportedly under way. Urlacher made the first move, with his agents laying out contract parameters on Thursday.... Read »

Thursday, Mar 7, 2013 at 2:56 PM
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By Maggie Hendricks

Former Bear Chris Zorich Charged With Tax Evasion

Former Bear Chris Zorich Charged With Tax Evasion

Former Bear and Notre Dame standout Chris Zorich is in hot water. He has been charged with four counts of failing to file federal taxes, but is cooperating with the IRS on the charges. Read »

Monday, Mar 4, 2013 at 1:33 PM
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By Maggie Hendricks

What Does the Franchise Tag on Henry Melton Mean?

What Does the Franchise Tag on Henry Melton Mean?

On Friday night, the Bears placed their franchise tag on defensive tackle Henry Melton. After three seasons as a Bear, Henry Melton has proven to be too valuable for the Bears to give up. But as with Matt... Read »

Monday, Feb 18, 2013 at 4:18 PM
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By Maggie Hendricks

Why the Bears Should Franchise Melton

Why the Bears Should Franchise Melton

Though free agency doesn't start until mid-March, the Bears can make a move on one of their most coveted players as early as today. This is the day they can start using the franchise tag to make sure they don't... Read »

Wednesday, Sep 5, 2012 at 11:57 AM
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By Maggie Hendricks

Not Yet Time to Worry About Cutler's Contract

Not Yet Time to Worry About Cutler's Contract

Jay Cutler's contract is up after the 2013 season, so he is one of the next players up for contract negotiations. According to a report from ESPN Chicago, the negotiations have not started yet. Take a breath,... Read »

Thursday, Jul 12, 2012 at 11:08 AM
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By Maggie Hendricks

Bears Fans Will Have to Spend More in 2012

Bears Fans Will Have to Spend More in 2012

It's going to be a bit more expensive to be a Bears fan this year. Two key prices have gone up for the 2012 season. Read »

Thursday, Feb 23, 2012 at 4:49 PM
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By Maggie Hendricks

Smith Address Forte and Briggs' Contracts

Smith Address Forte and Briggs' Contracts

For the first time since the end of the regular season, Bears head coach Lovie Smith talked about the contract situations of his players. While in Indianapolis for the NFL Combine, he talked about how important... Read »

Thursday, Feb 17, 2011 at 2:30 PM
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By Maggie Hendricks

The Evil Packers Got A Steal in McCarthy

The Evil Packers Got A Steal in McCarthy

Lovie can't ask for a raise considering what the guy who beat him makes. Read »

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