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Funny, I was just wondering the same thing. I had heard that German player chosen by Minnesota was the first player to sign his contract.

Funny you should say that. Saw a special piece on Bears.com today that showed some behind the scenes pics of predominantly starting players. Ramirez was one of those guys. I thought it odd that he's listed as a guard yet didn't appear to be in a guard stance. See for yourself.

One would argue (me) that a lot of why our defense fell apart was due to Lovie getting fired and dipshit Emery bringing in an offensive minded head coach who in turn hired an inept coordinator in Tucker. The release of Urlacher did not help the situation. Emery had the air of being the smartest guy in the room (or so he thought) and essentially dismantled the team from then. I would further suggest that a lot of the players listed previous who were unceremoniously released were done so during different regimes. I would agree with Jason that Urlacher's release was one of the biggest mistakes made by the team. Fortunately it wasn't during our current management group.

Perhaps having a core Oline (G/C/G) that is strong may be a way of the future. With the emphasis more on quick releases from the QB and more up the middle running why have top notch prospects at the tackle position? Hell if J'Marcus is still playing then perhaps there is something to it? http://mmqb.si.com/2013/10/30/nfl-offensiv...-position-value

Actually the highlights I showed you of Hoyer does in fact show his ability to hit the receiver in tight coverage. Does it a few times in fact. Does it short, medium and long range. Those were the comparisons I was talking about. Trouble is when you compare the two (for example) throw a Hail Mary pass, Cutler gets an INT, Hoyer does not. Yep I agree. Fox will in fact start the best of the two.

Man. I hope this doesn't come back to bite them in the ass. Smells a little of the ridding of BM last year. Although yes I know different players, personalities and circumstances; still may be premature.

Yes but what good is arm strength if it's to the gut of a D lineman?

Well put Chi. (For the most part). - and thank you. I will say this; 'in order to see the light, one must first be shown the light.'

Cmon AZ. 1 year does not a career make (referring to Cutler). Yes he finally did improve last year so much so that perhaps he is "top 14-16 QB" (that to me is funny). But it's the rest of the 'body of work' (or whatever phrase Chitown is always using) that defines him.

Not "pickles", McNown. And he was.

Beg to differ. Hoyer highlights Admittedly haven't watch a lot on him but just looking at this reel I can see he does pretty good in the pocket. Something Cutler hasn't been all that great in. At any rate he'll probably not elevate than #2 on the roster unless Cutler reverts to his old ways. It'll be a battle of mediocrity this training camp.

That Safety from Miami has been talked about a few times. Could be something special. That WV LB definitely has a Chicago LB name! Can't wait to see him on the field.

OH GOD NO!!! PLEASE NO MORE MOCK DRAFTS!!!!

I think there could be some good competition at QB. Hoyer and Cutler are pretty close in skill set (mediocre). And Hoyers played in Loggains offense before so... Something tells me they're not set at RB. Be on the lookout for someone's throwaway. Don't underestimate Housler. I could see him doing well enough to make a spot for himself. I mean really, what type of real competition is there? As far as WRs go, I'd be willing to bet that Mariani raises some eyebrows as the slot (z, #3 whatever) receiver. Still really am baffled what the heck is going on with the Oline. Should be an interesting camp.

Cmon man you're ruining my perfectly good trolling. ? They do have a lot in common. Maybe there will be a legitmate QB competition? Inquiring minds...

https://mobile.twitter.com/NOTSportsCenter/...554583904968705 Thank gosh our defense is improving.

I was just about to ask about this. I like. Should keep Jay honest.

Right on. I think and hope there are more kids like this, especially for the Bears, than the Johnny Manziel types. This is refreshing to see a great kid, hopefully and eventually a great player playing for a great organization. I remember earlier this year when the team went after Akiem Hicks I wasn't all that sold on the idea. But after his first interview after becoming a Bear he talked about how excited he was because his mom is a huge Bears fan and lived near Chicago(?). And that now she'd actually get to go to games and cheer her son on her favorite team. That's good stuff.

Not sure still how I feel on this choice. Yes I wanted an edge rusher but he just looks awkward (perhaps raw?) playing the position. Looks more like a WR playing defense than OLB. I trust Fangio to build him into what we need. And FWIW and as much as I think Mayock is a dolt there was this interesting comparison. Pretty accurate if you ask me. http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap300000064...r-leonard-floyd

Add that having Henry in a RBC set up AND the Bears were willing to persue a back like CJ Anderson (not all that flashy himself) it makes a lot more sense than getting Zeke in round 1. Most of you have said that DLmen is deep in this draft so I'd be willing to bet you could still find a good enough one in round three or four. OLmen = meh

Derrick Henry.

Yessssssss!!!! Wait....Leonard who? Well at least he's an edge rusher.

I wish!! I'll be watching from work. Shucks.... Wave to the camera if you get on!!! Go Bears!!

The last few days whenever I hear people speculate who will be picked by the Bears I can't help but think "defense wins championships". If you consider that for all intents and purposes Fox built the Denver team that won the SB last year and made an appearance two years before that, we'll more than likely see a defensive player in the first round. At this point I really think its going to be an edge rusher. If not defense and he's available, it'll be Elliott. Edit: And one personal aside, I REALLY wish the Bears could justify getting Ragland. At the moment a mock or two have him going to GB. A few years ago I wished the Bears had gotten another former Crimson Tider in Clinton-Dix (vice Fuller) but he ended up with the FudgePackers. I cringe at the thought of our team having to square off against a player of Ragland's potential.

I had heard about this on a morning radio show. Interesting indeed and pathetic. Well said Pix.