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Bears go for linebacker, tackle on last draft dayApr 27, 2013 12:00 AM
The third day of the NFL draft looked a lot like the first two for the Bears, who devoted their fourth- and fifth-round picks to more linebacker and offensive line help. The Bears selected linebacker Khaseem Greene of Rutgers in the fourth round, then, after trading down 10 spots in round five, took Louisiana Tech offensive tackle Jordan Mills.
Mills knows all about Bears-Packers rivalry Apr 27, 2013 12:00 AM
Jordan Mills, the Bears' fifth-round pick, has a cousin he's close to on the Packers, cornerback Tramon Williams. But the rookie offensive tackle said it won't end well for his relative if they run into each other on the field.
Could history repeat for Greene, Bears? Apr 27, 2013 12:00 AM
Bears fourth-round pick Khaseem Greene switched from safety to linebacker midway through his career at Rutgers and was named the Big East defenisve player of the year in both seasons at his new position. The last time the Bears drafted a player who had played safety in college but then converted to linebacker it turned out pretty well for them -- that was Brian Urlacher in 2000.
Bears love that Bostic can play all 3 LB spotsApr 26, 2013 12:00 AM
Bears general manager Phil Emery isn't predicting that second-round pick Jonathan Bostic will be a Day One starter. But Emery believes the 6-foot-1, 245-pound Florida linebacker has the versatility, athleticism and intelligence to step in as the starter at any of the three linebacker spots sooner rather than later.
Bears’ Kyle Long thrilled to be playing football Apr 26, 2013 12:00 AM
After being named a high school All-American in football and baseball, Bears first-round pick Kyle Long chose baseball because he wanted to be his own man, not Howie Long's kid. But Long figured out he couldn’t deny his heritage. But, as an offensive lineman, at least he doesn’t play the same position as his defensive end dad and older brother, Chris. He’s accepted the scrutiny that he shunned earlier.
Bears select Florida LB Jon Bostic in second round Apr 26, 2013 12:00 AM
The Bears picked Florida linebacker Jonathan Bostic in the second round of the NFL draft with the 50th overall pick Friday, moving to shore up a position that will be without veteran Brian Urlacher next season.
Packers sign Rodgers to $110M contract extension Apr 26, 2013 12:00 AM
The Green Bay Packers signed Aaron Rodgers Friday to a five-year contract extension through the 2019 season, eight years after they stopped his slide down the draft board and took him with the 24th pick in the first round. The deal, according to a person with knowledge of the contract who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the team has not released the details, is worth as much as $110 million, with $40 million guaranteed
Bears make pick for the Long term Apr 26, 2013 12:00 AM
There’s no doubt the Bears needed more help on the offensive line, but GM Phil Emery raised some eyebrows when he reached way down to take Oregon guard Kyle Long.
Bears take offensive lineman with first pickApr 25, 2013 12:00 AM
With seven offensive linemen already taken in the first 19 picks, few anticipated the Bears would make it eight in the first 20 picks by choosing inexperienced but athletic Oregon guard Kyle Long, the younger son of Raiders Hall of Fame defensive end Howie Long.
Bears take OL Kyle Long with 20th pick Apr 25, 2013 12:00 AM
The Bears selected Oregon guard Kyle Long with the 20th pick in the NFL draft Thursday night, hoping to shore up an offensive line that has ranked among the worst in recent years. There were a number of ways the Bears could have gone given their needs for depth and youth on both sides of the ball. They were also interested in moving down and acquiring more picks since they had just five.
Spellman’s Scorecard: Let’s just call it Arlington Park Apr 25, 2013 12:00 AM
They can call it whatever they want but it will always be Arlington Park to Mike Spellman. That and the sad state of baseball in Chicago, some hockey talk and much more in this week's Scorecard.
Bears have lots of needs in NFL draft Apr 24, 2013 12:00 AM
There are several positions that are of interest to the Bears in this week's three-day draft, which begins Thursday night. But it's hard to figure what position they will address first, or even of they will hold on to their No. 20 pick in the first round or trade down to accumulate additional picks.
Our NFL mock draft weighs heavily on linemen Apr 24, 2013 12:00 AM
Off-season signings have helped Bears general manager Phil Emery shore up most of the team's weaknesses, so he has many options with his first-round pick, the 20th overall,in Thursday's draft.
Tillman, Peppers, McClellin earn Piccolo honors Apr 23, 2013 12:00 AM
With the draft just two days away, this year's winners of the Brian Piccolo Award -- veterans Juiius Peppers and Charles Tiillman, along with rookie honoree Shea McClellin -- recalled their own draft-day memories.
Zbikowski ready to fight for job with Bears Apr 20, 2013 12:00 AM
After four years with the Baltimore Ravens and a year with the Indianapolis Colts, Buffalo Grove High School graduate Tom Zbikowski is back home after being signed by the Bears. The feisty safety,special teams standout and professional boxer isn't being handed anything, and he's competing for playing time in a crowded secondary. But that's fine with him; he's always been up for a fight.
Spellman’s Scorecard: Blackhawks at Soldier Field true Classic Apr 19, 2013 12:00 AM
It may not have quite the cache of Wrigley Field, but Soldier Field should be a better venue to actually watch the Blackhawks and Penguins in outdoor action next March. That and a lot more hockey talk inthis week's Spellman's Scorecard.
Bears open with pair of home games Apr 18, 2013 12:00 AM
The Bears open their 2013 season with back-to-back Sunday home games, but it won't be easy.
Tucker likes what he sees in McClellin Apr 17, 2013 12:00 AM
New defensive coordinator Mel Tucker has been impressed with what he's seen so far from last year's first-round draft pick, Shea McClellin. New special teams coordinator Joe DeCamillis has some new options for Devin Hester. That and more in Bob Legere's Bears notebook.
Bears' Emery eyeing extra draft picksApr 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Again this year, Bears general manager Phil Emery will have several players targeted when the Bears are on the clock. The biggest difference this year might be that the Bears' G.M. is already looking to trade down and accumulate additional picks.
Bears can still use O-line help Apr 17, 2013 12:00 AM
The addition of two-time Pro Bowl left tackle Jermon Bushrod from the Saints and three-year starting guard Matt Slauson from the Jets moved the Bears two steps forward in their journey to improve one of the league's weakest offensive lines.