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Benson To Report At Halas Hall Today

Troubled Bears’ running back Cedric Benson will show up at team headquarters today for what might be his final Halas Hall appearance as a Bear.  Benson told the “Chicago Tribune” last night that he would show up for “organized team activities.”  He would not discuss his early Saturday arrest in Austin, Texas for driving while [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jun 09 2008

Benson Arrested for Drunk Driving in Austin, Texas

For the second month in a row, Bears starting running back Cedric Benson is in trouble with the law, this time for drunk driving in Austin, Texas.  Benson was charged overnight, this after being pulled over in downtown Austin.  He refused blood alcohol and breathalyzer tests, the Austin American-Statesman reported.
It was just back on May [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jun 07 2008

Former Bear Accused Of Fraud

A former Bears fullback has been charged with mail fraud.  The “Chicago Tribune” reports that 55-year-old Roland Harper is accused in connection with a scheme to defraud Chicago Public Schools of landscaping contracts worth more than 1.5-million dollars.  Harper’s trucking company, Rohar Construction, was allegedly used as a front to obtain CPS contracts reserved for minority [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jun 06 2008

Decisiveness Pays Off: Bears Sign 4th Round Safety

Bears Important Decision To Get Steltz Locked In Early May Result In Good Play Sooner Rather Than Later In ‘08 While The Move Likely Indicates The Team’s Major Need For Him In The Uncertain, Injury-Prone Secondary. The Move Should Also Prove To Be A Key Factor In His Progress At The Team’s Most Shaky Position [...]

Posted by Russ Loede on Jun 02 2008

Proper Perspective: Urlacher, Contract Talks, Start of Minicamp, 7th Round Picks Sign - All Is Well

Urlacher Plays It Off Cool - Urlacher Addresses Media & Speaks About Contract Fiasco: “Not sure, possibly, maybe, yes, no - any of those answers you want,” those were the subtle, short & sweet explanations of Urlacher’s response concerning his participation for the upcoming OTA’s (Organized Team Activities). On the other hand, [...]

Posted by Russ Loede on May 31 2008

Mike Brown Agrees to Pay Cut for ‘08 Season

Heart & Soul of Defense Takes One for the Team: In a move to help the team and help himself, safety Mike Brown has agreed to restructure the final year of his five-year, $17 million contract. The 30-year-old has had an awful string of bad fortune, not being able to stay on the field [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on May 20 2008

As Good As Gould: Bears Secure Kicker Through 2013

The most accurate place kicker in Bears history is staying put.
Robbie Gould signed a five-year contract extension Monday that will allow the kicker to stay in the Windy City through the 2013 season.
Money Talks:  Gould Finally Got An Answer To His Request As The Bears Rewarded Him With A Contract Extension Worth Up To $15.5 [...]

Posted by Russ Loede on May 12 2008

Angelo Says Benson Not Going to Be Released

Despite the issues that surround running back Cedric Benson with his latest arrest, GM Jerry Angelo says that cutting the former first-round back are not in the cards. “There’s no plans to cut him,” he said to the Daily Herald. “I’m a little surprised it’s an everyday story, but unfortunately it is and [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on May 11 2008

Bears Sign RB Lawrence, Release Oshinowo, Jones

Bears released defensive tackle Babatunde Oshinowo and guard Mike Jones yesterday. Oshinowo was elevated to the Bears’ active roster for the final three games of last season and played in one contest. He signed with Chicago in Week Two of last season. Oshinowo has recorded two tackles in two career games since [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on May 08 2008

Bears Cut Underachieving Archuleta

Better Sooner Rather Than Later - Don’t Let The Door Hit You On The Way Out!
With Intriguing Talents Like Kevin Payne & Craig Steltz Waiting For The Opportunity To Get On To The Field - The Time Was Now, And The Move Was Inevitable: 3 Things came to mind when I first heard about this [...]

Posted by Russ Loede on May 06 2008