jason

BWAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!! You crack me up balta! Good one!

I also thought it had more meaning. What I want to see is Hester lined up in the WR screen formation, with a quick pump fake, and then hit one of the "blocking" WRs who have snuck past a DB. Every time I see a team use that play, it works. Aside from that, the plays that Hester could excel in are slow-developing drag routes across the middle. Put him in motion, have him juke outside and then drag behind the LBs, using the Umpire and other defensive players as moving screens for the trailing DB. Ideally, this is a play that has Cutler rolling out in the same direction and a TE leaked out into the flats. Incidentally, this is the play that the Titans ran what seemed like 40 times a game for what seemed like a decade with McNair, Eddie George as the play-action decoy, Wycheck, and whatever bum they had at WR.

Especially the day after the F'ing Super Bowl. WTF.

I understand that. It's the reason I tried to arbitrarily hedge my bet by saying something about the previous teams selecting the same position. Over-reaching for a position is rarely a good thing. I just hate the following scenario: 1st Rd: "Well, the two or three OTs we had targeted are gone, so we'll look for value in the 2nd. Better grab a tall WR because he's tall." 2nd Rd: "Hmm...didn't see that happening. The few guys we thought would last, didn't. Guess we have to go elsewhere, maybe grab a SS who we'll put at FS." 3rd Rd: "Most of the OT talent left isn't really that good to begin with. It would be pointless to grab one here when there is so much potential in DB Joe Blow and LB John Doe." That's how it seems to happen with the Bears' drafting. Sometimes a slight "reach" is a bit necessary if you ever plan on getting the position filled outside of FA.

1. I don't think a rookie WR would start in the Bears offense, hence...disappointing stats 2. If WR goes in the first, it would signal that YET AGAIN the Bears don't pay attention to the OL 2a. The Bears will probably have a poor OL, yet again 2b. Cutler will be under ridiculous pressure, yet again 2c. It will be impossible to use the entire Martz offense, yet again 3. Speaking of the Martz offense, one of my favorite aspects is the "spread the ball around" philosophy. Hurting the opposition with the 3rd and 4th WR. As with #1, that's less stats for a single WR, especially a rookie who will have limited snaps. 4. Muhsin Muhammed will be proven "right" again ("where WRs go to die"), because the rookie WR will have incredibly underwhelming stats, and will only slightly improve over the course of his contract The thing that bugs me about this type of thought is your comment "with OT's being able to be grabbed in the 2nd." Aren't WRs also available in the draft? If they're "heavy" aren't there plenty of them with talent available later? It defies intelligence for the Bears to go WR in the first, unless there is a Randy Moss reincarnation available. I can't find it right now, but there is overwhelming statistical proof that as the rounds go on, the likelihood of finding a quality player significantly dwindles. Sure, talent can be found in other rounds, but the stats say 1st round has more talent. Common sense says that the first round has more talent. Unless 4 or 5 teams choose the targeted positions before the Bears, they should go for the positions with the most need. The BPA concept is not my favorite, because the BPA almost always seems to be someone other than OL.

Hate this poll. Agree with Bears4Ever_34. WTF?

I really don't see JA and crew going WR in the first. If they did, I wouldn't be completely shocked, but I just don't see it. If that draft happened I would have mixed emotions. The WR would not pan out, McElroy would be waste (doesn't have the NFL-level skills).

DING DING DING!!! I just don't see how everyone in the world doesn't see this. The Bears should come out of FA and the draft with no less than 3 very good players/prospects that should challenge for 1 Guard position and both Tackle positions. Of course, I'd also like to see a Center drafted mid/late to be ready in a few years when Olin gracefully bows out. I can't believe, however, that you think OG is a greater need than OT. I'd take Garza's corpse over Omiyale, any day.

You honestly believe replacing Kreutz with a rookie will improve the line!? BWAHAHAHAHA. That's comical. Guaranteed, if the Bears replace Kreutz with a rookie, the OL, which was without a doubt the worst in the NFL, will be worse. Adding Mankins will be an individual improvement at G, but the fact that he'll have to constantly help to his left AND his right, will lessen his impact. Get Mankins and keep Kreutz? Now that's a COMPLETELY different story.

Yes, he was. And for the most part, he sucked. He made strides, but that's just going from a illiterate and an F- to a "passing" grade of D. It still sucks. An OL of Omiyale-Williams-Rookie-Mankins-Webb would be atrocious for AT LEAST the following reasons: 1. Worst collective OL in the NFL, again. 2. Worst pair of OTs in the NFL, again. 3. With a rookie at center, the Bears lose their OL signal caller in Kreutz. 4. With a rookie at center, Williams (who isn't exactly a world beater) would have to help towards the middle, leaving Omiyale on an island. 5. With a rookie at center, Mankins would have to help towards the middle, leaving Webb on an island. If #4 and #5 didn't make you sick to your stomach, rest assured...because it just gave Jay Cutler a preemptive concussion for next year.

Huh? You lost me. ..."then draft OL with the next three picks" And WTF does Kolb have to do with this? Are you calling Fitz a young receiver and saying the Cardinals will pick up Kolb?

Would I rather have Fitzgerald for the next 5-10 years over an unknown? Sure. But taking the opposite approach, would I rather have an Fitzgerald and an injured, surly, disappointing Cutler? Hell no. Which is what I think is more likely in a "get Fitz" scenario. There is definite risk in passing up a roster move like you mention (if it's even possible). But it's playing with house money. Even if you pass on the move, you don't lose. There is a much greater risk, IMHO, if OL is ignored for yet another year. It's risking Cutler's future, and an assortment of dominos falling afterwards. If you could predict the future and tell me that the Bears could get Fitz for a #1, then draft OL with the next three picks, then I'd be all for the deal. But like I said earlier, I don't think JA and co. are going to do anything similar to that. They'd probably get Fitz, get one OL in the next three rounds, and even draft a WR late.

If they traded a 1st rounder for Fitz, it would only be palatable to me if they went OL intensive in the next few rounds. I'm talking about a MINIMUM of 2 of the next 3 rounds. And maybe even a late round flyer on a guy with a combination of good measurables and questionable character. And since that will never happen - mostly because it's apparent that JA and crew think the offensive line is the least important collection of positions on the football team - it's not a good idea. What you'd end up with would be a garbage OL, an injured Cutler, and an statistically underperforming Fitzgerald.

No. I'm being completely serious. The OL couldn't hold up on regular routes, got Cutler destroyed the entire year, concussed in one game, and straight up injured in the most important game of the year. He does not have time to wait around for Fitzgerald to improvise. Now, if we were talking about the fact that Fitzgerald fights for jump balls and plays defense on poorly thrown balls - where as Knox does neither, and blows routes - then we have a different discussion. I think Fitz would help Cutler out tremendously in this regard. But throwing out his improvisational skills as a reason to get him is retarded since Cutler doesn't have time to run the regular plays, much less improvise (unless you count running for his life as improvising).

If Cutler is getting sacked on 3-step drops, bombed on 5-step drops, and concussed on 7-step drops, when the hell does he have time to wait for Fitzgerald to improvise - which indicates a play that has gone beyond the original design - on his route? You're thinking far too one-dimensionally. Yes, he had 90 catches. How many were because A] he was the only option or B] the Cardinals were losing and had to throw or C] the Cardinals running game sucked? Last but not least, you do not get him "over anybody else." That's the same kind of fantasy football thinking that has made Dan Snyder a joke of an owner.

I didn't even read the entire thread. I'm still against the idea. I think it's a horrible idea. He's great, but the Bears have MUCH more pressing needs than Fitz. OT, OG, FS, DT. All of those positions need to be addressed before JA starts trading ANOTHER first round pick away.

LMAO! Great job!! I could totally see this happening EXACTLY as you have it.

Although, it must be stated that the recent success and attention in NY because of Rex Ryan sure does have more than one player coming out of the wood works saying that he'd like to play for a guy like that. I think in life, not just in football, people want to be led by someone who can motivate. Lovie is not that person, or at least doesn't appear to be outwardly during the 3 hour stretches of silence during games. Yelling doesn't necessarily equate to winning, but in Lovie's case, I think the player support comes from the fact that he's just a good guy who is steadfastly loyal. Everyone loves working for the easy-going boss; it's not just in the NFL. But you rarely maximize talent from that same easy-going boss.

I agree. But this is about what I think JA will do. For some reason, I don't think he's learned from his mistakes. I think he won't get an offensive lineman until round three, or later. The excuses about "not reaching," or "the other guy was rated higher," or "best player available" will be used.

This is not supposed to fill your thoughts and needs for the Bears. This is to see if you can predict what JA will do in the draft (per az's challenge). My prediction of JA's picks: 1 - DB - Ras-I-Dowling - Virginia - JA thinks that other positions can wait, and all the Bears defense needs is a shutdown corner. Cutler stumbles. 2 - DT - Stephen Paea - Oregon State - Regardless of what he thinks/says, JA can't resist grabbing a DT. Cutler drops a single tear, then faints. 3 - OT - Marcus Gilbert - Florida - Even JA realizes that the OL needs some help. Cutler fist pumps...from his back. 4 - FS - Jaiquann Jarrett - Temple - Let's see, bad instincts, not very fast, college FS who'll be SS in the pros. Yep, JA grabs him to play FS. Cutler scowls. 5 - WR - Austin Pettis - Boise State - Shooting for the taller target that so many think the Bears need. Cutler nods while standing. 6 - QB - Tyrod Taylor - Virginia Tech - Bad OL? Fast QB! Cutler smirks, knowing the rookie will probably play at least one game. 7 - P - Chas Henry - Florida - JA trying to revive his streak of Florida selections. Cutler walks away mumbling F-bombs.

Hell, Scarecrow-Williams-Kreutz-Garza-"Cardboard Cutout" might look better than Omiyale-Williams-Kreutz-Garza-Webb.

I agree. What the Bears should do is wishful thinking. Interesting challenge. Expect mine to be coming very soon.

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Seems like a nearly unanimous concensus. For all his speed, athletic ability, and talents, the guy doesn't have superior FS instincts, takes bad angles, and isn't as sure of a tackler as I'd like. That is reason enough to let him go and allow Major Wright the shot. The fact that he takes away kickoff return duties from Hester periodically is icing on the cake. Plus, I never liked his feminine name. See ya.

I'd like to see something like this: 1. Gabe Carimi, OT, Wisconsin (Replaces that bum, Omifail) 2. Joseph Barksdale, OT, LSU (Yes, I believe the position sucks that bad and has been neglected that much) 3. Sione Fua, NT, Stanford (Space eater that will help everyone else on defense) 4. John Moffitt, OG, Wisconsin (Competes with Garze in one year, beats him out the following year...also plays center) 5. Jake Kirkpatrick, OC, TCU (Learns from Kreutz and takes his job in 1 or 2 years) 6. Mike Mohamed, LB, Cal (Solid depth, prospect) 7. Chas Henry, P, Florida (Maynard is done)