Alaskan Grizzly

I'm convinced the team is looking at least a nine win season. If everything remains as it is, I can see some of the games easily swinging to the Bears favor especially the 'push' games. The Eagles one being an example That late in the season, in Chicago could go easily in Chicago's favor. I suspect by then the defense will be running on all cylinders and will be giving Hurts and company lots of headaches. Not sure why the Dolphins game is a sure loss. Sure they added Tyreek Hill and have Waddle but Tua hasn't really proven he's ready to make the next step...yet. I see that one as a win for the Bears too.

When I originally asked the question I actually didn’t know what type of deal Peters got last year (thanks Pix). I’m frankly surprised that he only got a ~$1 million deal versus the ~$12 million deal Reiff got. Sure I get the age difference but if Brady’s proven nothing else, age is just a number. And for all intents and purposes Peters did well last year. In fact he rated out well last year despite his age, minimal time with the team and being “retired” when he got called up. I’d dare say he was the best lineman on the team (understanding that’s a relatively low bar). I’d be curious to see how he and Reiff ranked head to head last year. That would be more telling than anything. I’m guessing Reiff did better given his team made the Super Bowl with a second year QB.

Tell us you’re happy about the Reiff and Schofield signings without telling us. Lol.

Don’t suppose you remember what the Bears paid for Jason Peters last year? Similar?

With Quinn, I think it’s a win / win for the Bears if he stays or goes. Have to believe last year was not a fluke for him and although it may not be 18 sacks he’ll still be in the double digit category this year. Like was discussed before, if he does well and a team in a better position wants him they’ll give a decent trade piece in exchange. If not, the Bears have him producing and contributing. Still believe the team is a 9+ win team. Great news on Smith showing up despite his contract. Makes me think he’s not as far off as originally indicated. And that he legitimately wants to be a part of the change in Chicago.

Curious why you think they sat so long waiting? Money or effectiveness?

This is a legit add. Lots a money but worth it.

For what it’s worth, as was mentioned in the article, Roquan has attended all of the camps so far (voluntary and otherwise) and he said he did so because he’s a leader on the team and wants to be on pace with the changes going on. So there’s that.

Worth noting he held out on his rookie deal too (for “29 days”). And missed 16 practices as a result. https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/bears/ct-chicago-bears-roquan-smith-20220725-fgngu46nprgcznnt6yis3nqhxi-story.html

I had thought having Cliff Stein back with doing contract negotiations things like this and the holdout of Brisker would be less often. Its a little disturbing to hear "Smith has not yet received an offer he would remotely consider..."

‘‘All 22” view of Schofield in action.

Dozier out for the year.

Sure, but he has value as more than just a starting Olineman. If the price is right…

I see at least 9 wins. And Peters is still an FA. Why not?

According to Heavy (not sure on their reputability) Hub Arkush is speculating the Bears could tinker with the idea of having Harry play (at least try out) the ‘U TE’ position as they don’t really have one currently on the roster. There may have been some discussion about it while he was with the Pats too. Not being a particularly good route runner, with his size and penchant for blocking this theory does make some sense. It’s also along the lines of the (recently popular) Deebo Samuel model used in SF. https://heavy.com/sports/chicago-bears/hub-arkush-nkeal-harry-tight-end/

As an aside. Saw this on Twitter earlier.

Anecdote of the day. N’Keal Harry at 24 and in his fourth year with the NFL is still younger than Rookie Velus Jones at 25.

Hmm…would’ve thought for sure that would be more Pringle. Especially given the highlights where he looked good on those routes.

He’s an outside receiver and appears to thrive with 50/50 balls. There were a few more complimentary highlights on a story I read about him earlier but this one piqued my interest. (It also illustrates a ‘short route’). And the rest of the story (with highlights) here: https://www.bleachernation.com/bears/2022/07/13/nkeal-harry-welcomed-himself-to-chicago-so-lets-watch-some-highlights/

Could he be used as a gimmick player like Deebo Samuel?

Some of the Pats-fans discussions seem to think he just needed a different form of offense. They say McDaniels needed to let him run more ‘go’ routes and challenge for 50-50 balls. He isn’t a polished route runner. Although in the highlight reel I saw of him shows him on mostly short and intermediate routes. He catches the ball plenty but got zilch in the way of YAC. Maybe Getsy will have a better scheme for him? At 6’4” 225# he’s a big body receiver for sure. (but then so was Kevin White).

Not sure what the Pats get in the exchange. I heard somewhere that it might’ve been a 7th rd pick. Pats fans aren’t sad he’s leaving…for what that’s worth.

In a scan of social media etc, the speculation oscillates between contractual issue (more likely) to his contemplating a return to competitive dancing (least likely). Nothing notable about an actual injury other than some cramping during the rookie camps back in April and him riding a stationary bike more recently during OTAs.