|
Post by mikecubs on Jan 7, 2024 4:29:49 GMT -6
The Bears are on a hot streak. They traded for Montez Sweat at mid season and extended him 4 years, they are 7-5 after an 0-4 start, they clinched the number 1 pick thanks to owning Carolina's 1st round pick since they traded down with them last draft. In that trade they also got pro bowl receiver DJ Moore and a few 2nd round picks. The Bears need to keep the Chicago sports momentum going and get this done. The Blackhawks are also doing a development around the United Center. Team wise The Blackhawks got Connor Bedard and tons of other young talent in their system plus have 2 1st round picks in this up coming draft and the next. They will have another dynasty. The Cubs have a top 5 farm system and they finished with 83 wins last year without most of the talent graduating. The Bulls and Sox don't ask. They are losers owned by a loser(Jerry Reinsdorf). On the bright side maybe the Sox will leave for Nashville. Reinsdorf meet with the mayor last month. Thanks for the information, great post👍. Cheers, 2b9😃👍 Your welcome. I jinxed the Blackhawks a bit. Connor Bedard got a broken jaw from a hit in the New Jersey game on Friday night.
|
|
|
Post by 2b9 on Jan 7, 2024 11:08:17 GMT -6
Thanks for the information, great post👍. Cheers, 2b9😃👍 Your welcome. I jinxed the Blackhawks a bit. Connor Bedard got a broken jaw from a hit in the New Jersey game on Friday night. Yeah, saw that. Hopefully he’s not out too long. Cheers, 2b9😃👍
|
|
|
Post by mikecubs on Feb 3, 2024 1:06:14 GMT -6
Report: Bears Close to Pursuing Lakefront Stadium SiteWhen Bears president Kevin Warren last met with media he lightly touched on the topic of a new stadium but what he did say had an overall different tone than in the past. Warren seemed to have a lean toward building a stadium within the city of Chicago rather than the Arlington Heights racetrack property the Bears own. Now a report by Greg Hinz in Crain's Chicago Business verifies this lean as perhaps closer to being the team's future. The story by Crain's Chicago business, relying on unnamed sources within city government and close to the team, says the Bears are not simply using this interest in a lakefront site as leverage against Arlington Heights area taxing bodies who they feel have been trying to squeeze excessive tax revenue out of them. The story says it's really a possible goal for the Bears to stay in the lakefront area, possibly the south lot at Soldier Field. The plan, according to Hinz's story, is to work at constructing a domed stadium in the lot south of Soldier Field to host a Super Bowl, Final Four and other eventsWhen Warren met with media after the season, he practically had to go out of his way just to mention Arlington Heights as it seemed he was all aglow over the city. "What intrigues me about downtown is I strongly believe Chicago is the finest city in all of the world," Warren said. "I mean, very rarely do you get an opportunity to have such a beautiful downtown with a vibrant business community with an absolutely beautiful lake and the energy that goes along. I always focus on what's a way that we could bring together the beauty of the lake, the beauty of downtown, the business community, all the art exhibits, to bring that together for an environment, because it's always about the fans, how can we create an environment that they really enjoy, and not only on our game days but also from art, from food, just from music. "I live downtown. I love the city. I just think we're blessed to be able to live in a city like Chicago. It has many pluses, and so I'm just a big proponent of the Chicagoland area." Oh by the way, he made sure to toss in, "I'm a big proponent of Arlington Heights, but there's something that's really special about downtown Chicago." The Bears and school districts in and around Arlington Heights remained about $100 million apart on the valuation of the Arlington Heights race track site. The team seemed to be more serious about moving away from the track site when they announced in June that they were exploring other sites besides Arlington Heights. Hinz's story says the new stadium could be built, at least in part, with bonding authority possible in a clause governing the Illinois Sports Facilities Authority. The ISFA financed construction of Guaranteed Rate Field, the White Sox's home. It also could be involved with a proposed new White Sox facility at "The 78," a 62-acre property located in the area just south of the loop near the Chicago River. According to Hinz, the current Soldier Field would be converted to parks and athletic fields with a new dome stadium in the south lot.In January, Warren said that any project would be completed within three years of the time the shovel first goes in the ground. The original Soldier Field was opened in 1924 but the current one was opened in 2003. The stadium is a completely different 21-year-old structure, using only the outer wall of the old facility an entrance and facade to the new one. Hinz cited the improved relationship between the Bears and city as key to the plan, and particularly Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson. When Ted Phillips was Bears president and Mayor Lori Lightfoot was in office, the relationship was beyond strained. There had been some preliminary talk but then in July, Johnson and Warren issued a joint statement on the topic of discussions even while the impasse continued between the Bears and the Arlington Heights taxing bodies: "We continued our productive discussion this week, that began in early June. We plan to have regular dialogue with each other, and across our respective staffs, as we work together to meet the needs of the citizens of Chicago and Bears fans," the release said. T he impasse with the Arlington Heights school districts has occurred after the Bears felt the value of the property should be set at $60 million or $71 million for the purpose of determing taxes, but the three surrounding school districts insist the appraisal should be $160 million. So there is a gap close to $100 million between the sides.The team demolished the grandstand at the track in an effort to obtain lower valuation. Warren made his reputation by being involved in the construction of U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis and became Bears president in January of 2023 www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nfl/report-bears-close-to-pursuing-lakefront-stadium-site/ar-BB1hHmKE?rc=1&ocid=winp1taskbar&cvid=28a4918b6a1b47d0b187c0df4051d475&ei=21Here is the south lot site
|
|
|
Post by mikecubs on Feb 3, 2024 1:15:49 GMT -6
I love this idea. I really hope they remove the toilet bowl from Soldier Field and do make it a public park. The is a lot of talk the MLS Chicago Fire will move from Soldier Field and take over the White Sox old park if the Sox get their new park.
If this and the White Sox park goes though wow what a time to be a Chicago sports fan.
The Bears have pick 1 and no 9 and will draft Caleb Williams with 1 and have a franchise QB for the 1st time ever in team history.
The Blackhawks have another dynasty coming
Cubs have the no 2 farm system in baseball and they won 83 games last year and missed the playoffs by 1 game
The Sox are god awful but Reinsdorf is 87 years old and the team will be sold when he dies
The bulls will be stuck with Jerry Reinsdorf's loser son Michael when Jerry dies so not much hope there
|
|
|
Post by ekjet72 on Feb 3, 2024 4:38:32 GMT -6
It is a shame that they put that upgrade on the old stadium in 2002. We were there for a game post reno in 2003. So relatively soon after it re-opened. It certainly divided the city. Was it was worth making a historical site into a cheap Gaudi knock off? And the whole site with the Field Museum and the Shedd was affected. Can you can undo the damage? It will be too late for the Bears. But then again the team promoted the change. Too me it looked like they crash landed the saucer part of the USS Enterprise on the old structure. I am happy for your city's sports Renaissance Mike, but I am afraid the Packers still own the 🐻!
|
|
|
Post by 2b9 on Feb 3, 2024 9:38:35 GMT -6
I love this idea. I really hope they remove the toilet bowl from Soldier Field and do make it a public park. The is a lot of talk the MLS Chicago Fire will move from Soldier Field and take over the White Sox old park if the Sox get their new park. If this and the White Sox park goes though wow what a time to be a Chicago sports fan. The Bears have pick 1 and no 9 and will draft Caleb Williams with 1 and have a franchise QB for the 1st time ever in team history. The Blackhawks have another dynasty coming Cubs have the no 2 farm system in baseball and they won 83 games last year and missed the playoffs by 1 game The Sox are god awful but Reinsdorf is 87 years old and the team will be sold when he dies The bulls will be stuck with Jerry Reinsdorf's loser son Michael when Jerry dies so not much hope there Very interesting, both your comments👍.
|
|
|
Post by mikecubs on Feb 4, 2024 5:06:13 GMT -6
It is a shame that they put that upgrade on the old stadium in 2002. We were there for a game post reno in 2003. So relatively soon after it re-opened. It certainly divided the city. Was it was worth making a historical site into a cheap Gaudi knock off? And the whole site with the Field Museum and the Shedd was affected. Can you can undo the damage? It will be too late for the Bears. But then again the team promoted the change. Too me it looked like they crash landed the saucer part of the USS Enterprise on the old structure. I am happy for your city's sports Renaissance Mike, but I am afraid the Packers still own the 🐻! Soldier Field is a joke and it is hated. Sure you can undo the damage. Remove the seating bowl/UFO/toilet whatever you want to call it. LOL A new stadium should have been built in 2003. It was former Mayor Richard Daley's idea to put the UFO inside the Colonnades. Not only was it ugly, there wasn't enough room for more seats. At 61,500 Soldier Field is the smallest stadium in the NFL despite Chicago being the 3rd largest market and biggest 1 team market. We will see on the Packers vs. Bears. Jordan Love probably will be a star and the Packers got a lot of good young players but other than Love none of them are all that great. Assuming Caleb Williams is the next great thing Chicago got more star power with DJ Moore, Montez Sweat, Jaylon Johnson, possible right tackle Darnell Wright and the no 9 pick.
|
|
|
Post by mikecubs on Mar 16, 2024 5:26:50 GMT -6
Michael Reese Hospital: What to know about the site proposed for Bears' new stadium Where is Michael Reese Hospital? What to know about the site an advocacy group is asking the Bears to consider for their new stadiumThe Chicago Bears revealed a major shift in their quest for a new stadium this week, with an announcement saying the team was "committed to contributing over $2 billion to build a stadium" in the city of Chicago. A source told NBC Chicago source the focus is now on a new, publicly-owned dome stadium on the Museum Campus, near Soldier Field on the city's lakefront. "The future stadium of the Chicago Bears will bring a transformative opportunity to our region—boosting the economy, creating jobs, facilitating mega events and generating millions in tax revenue," the statement read in part. "We look forward to sharing more information when our plans are finalized.” Days later, Friends of the Parks, an advocacy group dedicated to maintaining open spaces and creating new parks in the city -- and a group has been a vocal proponent of keeping private development off of the lakeshore -- expressed "frustration" in response to the Bears' statement and urged the team to consider “other locations more suitable for development” in regards to the project.
Specifically, the group mentions the former Michael Reese hospital site as a location the team should explore.Where is the former hospital? The former hospital in the Bronzeville neighborhood closed in 2008 and was purchased by the city of Chicago in 2009. The site is located just west of DuSable Lake Shore Drive, with close proximity to 31st Street Beach and other landmarks. “The site potentially offers the best of both worlds – the development of a state-of-the-art stadium surrounded by a residential, business and entertainment district in a community steeped in rich, Black history,” the group said in a statement. “It also is accessible by bus, train, car, bike, scooter, and walking without disrupting the lakefront.” The group says it hopes the Bears will “toss balls around with stakeholders” to determine the location of their new stadium, with the stated goal of maintaining a “clear and free lakefront.” During a press conference Wednesday, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson was optimistic. "Friends of the Parks do amazing work," Johnson said. "Here's the good news -- that we're only talking about Chicago right now. That's the good news. Whether its what the Bears have put forward, or what the Friends of the Parks are suggesting, were no longer talking about The Bears leaving the city of Chicago." Michael Reese Hospital redevelopment The Reese hospital site is currently under development as a project called the “Bronzeville Lakefront,” which is slated to include thousands of residential units, senior housing and a medical research facility, according to Chicago officials. Infrastructure work at the 48-acre site is expected to be completed by 2026 to add new sections of multiple Chicago streets, as well as dedicated green space, bike facilities and more. Rep. Kam Buckner, who represents the area that includes both Soldier Field and the Reese site, says that more discussions would need to be had on whether the site would fit what the Bears are trying to accomplish. “I’ve said they have to adhere to the spirit of the Lakefront Protection Ordinance, and there’s a clear-cut difference between private development and public-private partnerships,” he told the Chicago Sun-Times. The provisions of the ordinance state that parks and the lake itself should only be “devoted only to public purposes and to ensure the integrity of and expand the quantity and quality of the lakefront parks.” What about Arlington Park? While the Bears seemed to have solidly shifted their priorities for future development back to the city, they have also faced obstacles with their previous frontrunner -- Arlington Park. The Bears do still own the Arlington Park property and pay more than $6 million a year to play at Soldier Field, according to their lease, which runs through the end of the 2033 season. The team bought Arlington Park last year for nearly $200 million and began demolishing buildings on site shortly thereafter. The Bears said many times after purchasing the land that they needed property tax “certainty” before developing the land, and that the purchase did not guarantee that they would develop the land. For months it was assumed that was just cautious talk from the team, and that Arlington Park would be the obvious choice for the team’s next home. After all, they owned the land. But they hit an obstacle with the property taxes in the form of legal negotiations with the local school districts about the value of the site. Despite the Chicago news, Arlington Heights said Monday the team's "continued interest in Arlington Park has not changed." "The possibility that the Chicago Bears could find a different location has remained an option since day one and this project has never been considered a 'done deal' in Arlington Heights," the village said in a statement. "The ultimate outcome of their current discussions with the City of Chicago is unknown. What the Village knows is that the Arlington Park property provides the Chicago Bears with the unique potential to own and build a multi-use development on 326 acres, in a key location that is easily accessible by public transportation, and is centrally located for visitors and season ticket holders. The Village remains committed to ensuring that any development of the former Arlington Park site, which is unmatched in all of northern Illinois, will provide broad benefits to our community and will create a new regional destination befitting the great legacy of the property. Village leaders will not approve any plan that does not meet these expectations." Arlington Heights said it plans to continue to work with the team and area school districts, and while it is "disappointed" the two groups "have yet to resolve short-term property tax differences," the village noted negotiations have brought the to parties close to an agreement. www.nbcchicago.com/news/sports/nfl/chicago-bears/where-is-michael-reese-hospital-chicago-bears-new-stadium/3381468/
|
|
|
Post by 2b9 on Mar 16, 2024 8:20:43 GMT -6
Michael Reese Hospital: What to know about the site proposed for Bears' new stadium Where is Michael Reese Hospital? What to know about the site an advocacy group is asking the Bears to consider for their new stadiumThe Chicago Bears revealed a major shift in their quest for a new stadium this week, with an announcement saying the team was "committed to contributing over $2 billion to build a stadium" in the city of Chicago. A source told NBC Chicago source the focus is now on a new, publicly-owned dome stadium on the Museum Campus, near Soldier Field on the city's lakefront. "The future stadium of the Chicago Bears will bring a transformative opportunity to our region—boosting the economy, creating jobs, facilitating mega events and generating millions in tax revenue," the statement read in part. "We look forward to sharing more information when our plans are finalized.” Days later, Friends of the Parks, an advocacy group dedicated to maintaining open spaces and creating new parks in the city -- and a group has been a vocal proponent of keeping private development off of the lakeshore -- expressed "frustration" in response to the Bears' statement and urged the team to consider “other locations more suitable for development” in regards to the project.
Specifically, the group mentions the former Michael Reese hospital site as a location the team should explore.Where is the former hospital? The former hospital in the Bronzeville neighborhood closed in 2008 and was purchased by the city of Chicago in 2009. The site is located just west of DuSable Lake Shore Drive, with close proximity to 31st Street Beach and other landmarks. “The site potentially offers the best of both worlds – the development of a state-of-the-art stadium surrounded by a residential, business and entertainment district in a community steeped in rich, Black history,” the group said in a statement. “It also is accessible by bus, train, car, bike, scooter, and walking without disrupting the lakefront.” The group says it hopes the Bears will “toss balls around with stakeholders” to determine the location of their new stadium, with the stated goal of maintaining a “clear and free lakefront.” During a press conference Wednesday, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson was optimistic. "Friends of the Parks do amazing work," Johnson said. "Here's the good news -- that we're only talking about Chicago right now. That's the good news. Whether its what the Bears have put forward, or what the Friends of the Parks are suggesting, were no longer talking about The Bears leaving the city of Chicago." Michael Reese Hospital redevelopment The Reese hospital site is currently under development as a project called the “Bronzeville Lakefront,” which is slated to include thousands of residential units, senior housing and a medical research facility, according to Chicago officials. Infrastructure work at the 48-acre site is expected to be completed by 2026 to add new sections of multiple Chicago streets, as well as dedicated green space, bike facilities and more. Rep. Kam Buckner, who represents the area that includes both Soldier Field and the Reese site, says that more discussions would need to be had on whether the site would fit what the Bears are trying to accomplish. “I’ve said they have to adhere to the spirit of the Lakefront Protection Ordinance, and there’s a clear-cut difference between private development and public-private partnerships,” he told the Chicago Sun-Times. The provisions of the ordinance state that parks and the lake itself should only be “devoted only to public purposes and to ensure the integrity of and expand the quantity and quality of the lakefront parks.” What about Arlington Park? While the Bears seemed to have solidly shifted their priorities for future development back to the city, they have also faced obstacles with their previous frontrunner -- Arlington Park. The Bears do still own the Arlington Park property and pay more than $6 million a year to play at Soldier Field, according to their lease, which runs through the end of the 2033 season. The team bought Arlington Park last year for nearly $200 million and began demolishing buildings on site shortly thereafter. The Bears said many times after purchasing the land that they needed property tax “certainty” before developing the land, and that the purchase did not guarantee that they would develop the land. For months it was assumed that was just cautious talk from the team, and that Arlington Park would be the obvious choice for the team’s next home. After all, they owned the land. But they hit an obstacle with the property taxes in the form of legal negotiations with the local school districts about the value of the site. Despite the Chicago news, Arlington Heights said Monday the team's "continued interest in Arlington Park has not changed." "The possibility that the Chicago Bears could find a different location has remained an option since day one and this project has never been considered a 'done deal' in Arlington Heights," the village said in a statement. "The ultimate outcome of their current discussions with the City of Chicago is unknown. What the Village knows is that the Arlington Park property provides the Chicago Bears with the unique potential to own and build a multi-use development on 326 acres, in a key location that is easily accessible by public transportation, and is centrally located for visitors and season ticket holders. The Village remains committed to ensuring that any development of the former Arlington Park site, which is unmatched in all of northern Illinois, will provide broad benefits to our community and will create a new regional destination befitting the great legacy of the property. Village leaders will not approve any plan that does not meet these expectations." Arlington Heights said it plans to continue to work with the team and area school districts, and while it is "disappointed" the two groups "have yet to resolve short-term property tax differences," the village noted negotiations have brought the to parties close to an agreement. www.nbcchicago.com/news/sports/nfl/chicago-bears/where-is-michael-reese-hospital-chicago-bears-new-stadium/3381468/ Very interesting. I wonder how long this all takes to figure out before anything is actually done?
|
|
|
Post by mikecubs on Mar 16, 2024 13:00:06 GMT -6
Michael Reese Hospital: What to know about the site proposed for Bears' new stadium Where is Michael Reese Hospital? What to know about the site an advocacy group is asking the Bears to consider for their new stadiumThe Chicago Bears revealed a major shift in their quest for a new stadium this week, with an announcement saying the team was "committed to contributing over $2 billion to build a stadium" in the city of Chicago. A source told NBC Chicago source the focus is now on a new, publicly-owned dome stadium on the Museum Campus, near Soldier Field on the city's lakefront. "The future stadium of the Chicago Bears will bring a transformative opportunity to our region—boosting the economy, creating jobs, facilitating mega events and generating millions in tax revenue," the statement read in part. "We look forward to sharing more information when our plans are finalized.” Days later, Friends of the Parks, an advocacy group dedicated to maintaining open spaces and creating new parks in the city -- and a group has been a vocal proponent of keeping private development off of the lakeshore -- expressed "frustration" in response to the Bears' statement and urged the team to consider “other locations more suitable for development” in regards to the project.
Specifically, the group mentions the former Michael Reese hospital site as a location the team should explore.Where is the former hospital? The former hospital in the Bronzeville neighborhood closed in 2008 and was purchased by the city of Chicago in 2009. The site is located just west of DuSable Lake Shore Drive, with close proximity to 31st Street Beach and other landmarks. “The site potentially offers the best of both worlds – the development of a state-of-the-art stadium surrounded by a residential, business and entertainment district in a community steeped in rich, Black history,” the group said in a statement. “It also is accessible by bus, train, car, bike, scooter, and walking without disrupting the lakefront.” The group says it hopes the Bears will “toss balls around with stakeholders” to determine the location of their new stadium, with the stated goal of maintaining a “clear and free lakefront.” During a press conference Wednesday, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson was optimistic. "Friends of the Parks do amazing work," Johnson said. "Here's the good news -- that we're only talking about Chicago right now. That's the good news. Whether its what the Bears have put forward, or what the Friends of the Parks are suggesting, were no longer talking about The Bears leaving the city of Chicago." Michael Reese Hospital redevelopment The Reese hospital site is currently under development as a project called the “Bronzeville Lakefront,” which is slated to include thousands of residential units, senior housing and a medical research facility, according to Chicago officials. Infrastructure work at the 48-acre site is expected to be completed by 2026 to add new sections of multiple Chicago streets, as well as dedicated green space, bike facilities and more. Rep. Kam Buckner, who represents the area that includes both Soldier Field and the Reese site, says that more discussions would need to be had on whether the site would fit what the Bears are trying to accomplish. “I’ve said they have to adhere to the spirit of the Lakefront Protection Ordinance, and there’s a clear-cut difference between private development and public-private partnerships,” he told the Chicago Sun-Times. The provisions of the ordinance state that parks and the lake itself should only be “devoted only to public purposes and to ensure the integrity of and expand the quantity and quality of the lakefront parks.” What about Arlington Park? While the Bears seemed to have solidly shifted their priorities for future development back to the city, they have also faced obstacles with their previous frontrunner -- Arlington Park. The Bears do still own the Arlington Park property and pay more than $6 million a year to play at Soldier Field, according to their lease, which runs through the end of the 2033 season. The team bought Arlington Park last year for nearly $200 million and began demolishing buildings on site shortly thereafter. The Bears said many times after purchasing the land that they needed property tax “certainty” before developing the land, and that the purchase did not guarantee that they would develop the land. For months it was assumed that was just cautious talk from the team, and that Arlington Park would be the obvious choice for the team’s next home. After all, they owned the land. But they hit an obstacle with the property taxes in the form of legal negotiations with the local school districts about the value of the site. Despite the Chicago news, Arlington Heights said Monday the team's "continued interest in Arlington Park has not changed." "The possibility that the Chicago Bears could find a different location has remained an option since day one and this project has never been considered a 'done deal' in Arlington Heights," the village said in a statement. "The ultimate outcome of their current discussions with the City of Chicago is unknown. What the Village knows is that the Arlington Park property provides the Chicago Bears with the unique potential to own and build a multi-use development on 326 acres, in a key location that is easily accessible by public transportation, and is centrally located for visitors and season ticket holders. The Village remains committed to ensuring that any development of the former Arlington Park site, which is unmatched in all of northern Illinois, will provide broad benefits to our community and will create a new regional destination befitting the great legacy of the property. Village leaders will not approve any plan that does not meet these expectations." Arlington Heights said it plans to continue to work with the team and area school districts, and while it is "disappointed" the two groups "have yet to resolve short-term property tax differences," the village noted negotiations have brought the to parties close to an agreement. www.nbcchicago.com/news/sports/nfl/chicago-bears/where-is-michael-reese-hospital-chicago-bears-new-stadium/3381468/ Very interesting. I wonder how long this all takes to figure out before anything is actually done? Probably a long time unless Arlington Heights caves quick on the tax thing. It's complicated because you got 2 teams going for $$$. The sooner the better I hope. I hate that ugly garbage UFO they play in.
|
|
|
Post by mikecubs on Mar 16, 2024 13:05:37 GMT -6
As far as the Bears they have made some upgrade in FA. They signed D'Andre Swift at RB who has over a 1000 yards for Philadelphia last year to a 3 year $24M deal. They then traded for WR Keenan Allen one of the best WR's in the league for a 4th round pick. Allen is excellent but is 32 and only has 1 year left on his deal. They singed ex Rams center Shelton Coleman to a 1 yr deal. He's a middle of the pack lower 2/3rd tier center. He's better than the crap they had. They also signed TE Gerald Everett from the chargers to a 2 year deal. He's a good receiver for a backup TE but he can't block. He's a big upgrade on last years backup TE Robert Tonyan.
With Allen the Bears can be more open with their number 9 pick and don't have to use it on a WR. My guess is they will take a franchise LT to protect Caleb Williams or a DE. I could see them trading down a bit too for more picks.
|
|
|
Post by 2b9 on Mar 16, 2024 14:58:57 GMT -6
Very interesting. I wonder how long this all takes to figure out before anything is actually done? Probably a long time unless Arlington Heights caves quick on the tax thing. It's complicated because you got 2 teams going for $$$. The sooner the better I hope. I hate that ugly garbage UFO they play in. Yeah, I hear what you are saying. Time will tell. Cheers, 2b9😉😃👍
|
|
|
Post by 2b9 on Mar 16, 2024 15:04:43 GMT -6
As far as the Bears they have made some upgrade in FA. They signed D'Andre Swift at RB who has over a 1000 yards for Philadelphia last year to a 3 year $24M deal. They then traded for WR Keenan Allen one of the best WR's in the league for a 4th round pick. Allen is excellent but is 32 and only has 1 year left on his deal. They singed ex Rams center Shelton Coleman to a 1 yr deal. He's a middle of the pack lower 2/3rd tier center. He's better than the crap they had. They also signed TE Gerald Everett from the chargers to a 2 year deal. He's a good receiver for a backup TE but he can't block. He's a big upgrade on last years backup TE Robert Tonyan. With Allen the Bears can be more open with their number 9 pick and don't have to use it on a WR. My guess is they will take a franchise LT to protect Caleb Williams or a DE. I could see them trading down a bit too for more picks. They so far have been busy in FA. I still remember when Israel Idonije played for them, he was from Brandon, Manitoba, my home Province of Manitoba, I’m from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Cheers, 2b9😉😃👍
|
|
|
Post by mikecubs on Mar 21, 2024 12:06:57 GMT -6
As far as the Bears they have made some upgrade in FA. They signed D'Andre Swift at RB who has over a 1000 yards for Philadelphia last year to a 3 year $24M deal. They then traded for WR Keenan Allen one of the best WR's in the league for a 4th round pick. Allen is excellent but is 32 and only has 1 year left on his deal. They singed ex Rams center Shelton Coleman to a 1 yr deal. He's a middle of the pack lower 2/3rd tier center. He's better than the crap they had. They also signed TE Gerald Everett from the chargers to a 2 year deal. He's a good receiver for a backup TE but he can't block. He's a big upgrade on last years backup TE Robert Tonyan. With Allen the Bears can be more open with their number 9 pick and don't have to use it on a WR. My guess is they will take a franchise LT to protect Caleb Williams or a DE. I could see them trading down a bit too for more picks. They so far have been busy in FA. I still remember when Israel Idonije played for them, he was from Brandon, Manitoba, my home Province of Manitoba, I’m from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Cheers, 2b9😉😃👍 I remember him. Number 71. He was a good backup d-lineman
|
|
|
Post by 2b9 on Mar 21, 2024 17:11:27 GMT -6
They so far have been busy in FA. I still remember when Israel Idonije played for them, he was from Brandon, Manitoba, my home Province of Manitoba, I’m from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Cheers, 2b9😉😃👍 I remember him. Number 71. He was a good backup d-lineman And, once again, from Brandon, Manitoba, he had a good career👍. Cheers, 2b9😉😃👍
|
|