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Colorado TE catching up after big switch Apr 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Colorado defensive end Nick Kasa's football future appeared bleak midway through his junior season,and then he embraced a position change that turned him into a legitimate NFL prospect - as a tight end.
Bears in better shape at tight end Apr 11, 2013 12:00 AM
The Bears' tight end position has been completely remodeled since last year, which should be a good thing given the lack of production they have had from that spot over the last two seasons.
Bears set at running back Apr 11, 2013 12:00 AM
The Bears aren't expected to prioritize running back in this year's draft, considering Matt Forte still in his prime and Michael Bush provides solid backup,along with chnage-of-pace back Armando Allen.
Wisconsin’s Ball could be first RB drafted Apr 11, 2013 12:00 AM
While Alabama's Eddie Lacy frequently gets top billing among this year's crop of draft-eligible running backs, it could be Wisconsin's Montee Ball, the NCAA career leader in touchdowns, that becomes the first runner chosen.
Ex-players call NFL brain-injury panel a ‘sham’ Apr 9, 2013 12:00 AM
Former NFL players trying to sue the league over concussion-linked injuries argued in court Tuesday that the NFL “glorified” violence and profited from damaging hits to the head. Players’ lawyer David Frederick also accused the league of concealing the emerging science about concussions over several decades.
Bears sign defensive tackle, defensive end, center Apr 9, 2013 12:00 AM
The Bears added some defensive line depth Tuesday by signing unrestricted free agents Andre Fulellen and Kyle Moore. They also signed free agent center Taylor Boggs.
Here’s hoping Welsh-Ryan makeover isn’t far awayApr 5, 2013 12:00 AM
With a new coach and a new commitment to basketball, it's time for Northwestern to add a new arena to the mix. Mike Spellman thinks it'll happen sooner rather than later. That and much more, including talk of Michal Handzus, Roger Ebert and Bo Jackson in this week's Spellman's Scorecard.
Bears announce 2013 preseason slate Apr 4, 2013 12:00 AM
The Chicago Bears have announced their 2013 preseason NFL schedule.
Kiper has Bears taking Te'o in the first round Apr 3, 2013 12:00 AM
ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper's latest calculations have the Bears taking Manti Te'o with the 20th pick in the first round of the draft later this month. But Kiper said the Bears' NFC North rival Vikings might be tempted to trade up ahead of them from their spot at No. 23 in order to steal Te'o. "I did the projection late (Tuesday) night, and I just looked at all the angles, and I think Chicago is where (Te'o) is going to fall," Kiper said.
Big season ahead for Bears’ Webb Apr 2, 2013 12:00 AM
A lot has happened to Bears offensive lineman J'Marcus Webb in the off-season. He was arrested for possession of marijuana, although charges were later dropped, and he was moved from left tackle to right tackle after the team acquired two-time Pro Bowler Jermon Bushrod to play the left side. Webb addressed both issues Tuesday and said he would miss team leader Brian Urlacher, although Bears chairman George McCaskey left the door open for the linebacker's return.
Bears release defensive tackle Toeaina Apr 2, 2013 12:00 AM
As expected, the Chicago Bears released defensive tackle Matt Toeaina, who started 24 games in five seasons in Chicago. Toeaina, declined to renegotiate his contract to help the Bears stay under the salary cap. By releasing him, the Bears save $1.1 million.
Raiders trade for QB Matt Flynn Apr 2, 2013 12:00 AM
The Oakland Raiders are changing directions at quarterback once again. The Raiders acquired Seattle backup Matt Flynn on Monday for draft picks, bringing an end to Carson Palmer's brief tenure as starter in Oakland even before they are done paying the steep price they dealt to acquire him.
Former Bears coach Jack Pardee dies at 76 Apr 1, 2013 12:00 AM
Jack Pardee, one of Bear Bryant's "Junction Boys" at Texas A&M who went on to become an All-Pro linebacker and an NFL coach, died Monday at 76. He was the Bears' head coach from 1975-77 and guided Chicago to its first playoff appearance since the early 1960s.
Colts agree to terms with Heyward-Bey Apr 1, 2013 12:00 AM
The Indianapolis Colts have agreed to terms with free agent wide receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey. In 2012, Heyward-Bey started 14 games for Oakland and had 41 receptions for 606 yards and a career-high five touchdowns.
Ex-Jets starting guard Slauson signs with Bears Mar 29, 2013 12:00 AM
Two days after losing starting guard Lance Louis to the Dolphins in free agency, the Bears signed former Jets guard Matt Slauson to bolster an offensive line that had become thin in talent at that position. Slauson has been a full-time starter for the past three seasons and did not allow a sack last season.
Spellman's Scorecard: Time for Urlacher to end it right Mar 29, 2013 12:00 AM
Brian Urlacher ought to admit it's time to hang it up ... and do it as a Bear. That and much, much more in this week's Spellman's Scorecard.
Bears’ Allen signs exclusive rights tender Mar 28, 2013 12:00 AM
Bears backup running back Armando Allen, who averaged 4.6 hyards per carry last season, signed his exclusive rights free agent contract Thursday and should remain as a change-of-pace option behind Matt Forte and Michael Bush.
Bears re-sign CB Hayden Mar 26, 2013 12:00 AM
The Bears re-signed cornerback Kelvin Hayden to a one-year contract Tuesday, the fifth of their own free agents they have brought back since free agency began March 12.
Te’o and the meaning of a 40-yard dash Mar 26, 2013 12:00 AM
As the stopwatches timed Manti Te'o on Tuesday at Notre Dame's pro day, did anyone wonder what the 40-yard dash has to do with anything?
Te’o lowers his 40-yard time at Notre Dame pro day Mar 26, 2013 12:00 AM
Former Notre Dame linebacker Manti Te'o ended a trying three months by putting up a respectable 40-yard dash time Tuesday.