The Chicago Bears 2023-24 season is full of high expectations. They look to improve upon a season in which they were the worst team in the National Football League (NFL). General Manager Ryan Poles did some serious work this offseason, gaining draft capital from the Carolina Panthers for the number one overall pick and adding …
The 2023 NFL Draft is now in the books, so it’s time for the annual NFL Draft Grades by Simon Shortt. Today we will be discussing the: NFC North. Chicago Bears – B+ Team Needs: OL, DL I really liked what the Bears did here. In addition to their original trade back from 1 to …
We’re well into April, about three weeks out from the 2023 NFL Draft with rumors running amuck across the entire league. Leaks, smokescreens, and gossip flooding the league news lets you know were in peak draft season. And with that, comes peak mock draft season. In this mock draft, we’ll be projecting picks based not …
The 2023 NFL Draft, which will be held on April 27-29, has people excited now more than ever about how it will go down. We’re through the first wave of NFL free agency, which means we get one step closer to knowing what teams will be looking for come draft day. It also means I …
Free Agent TE Robert Tonyan is staying in the NFC North, but rather than playing in Green Bay, he’ll be headed to Chicago. He has agreed to a one-year contract with the Bears according to Adam Schefter. The Bears have kept busy this offseason, and they don’t show signs of stopping. At least, not yet. …
Derek Carr has signed a long-term contract with the New Orleans Saints and thus, the first domino has fallen in the quarterback market. The butterfly effect is already apparent, as later today, Geno Smith resigned long-term with the Seattle Seahawks. The Ravens are rumored to be close to franchise-tagging former MVP Lamar Jackson. And yet, …
Read more “What’s Next for QB Needy Jets, Raiders, Panthers?”
The No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft isn’t traded very often, but 2023’s could already be up for sale with Justin Fields entrenched as Chicago’s quarterback. Since Houston’s absurd victory over Indianapolis ordered Chicago “on the clock”, Chicago’s selection has been a subject of widespread speculation. The pick being obtained and each documented shortcoming …
Top quarterback prospect C.J. Stroud has yet to enter his name into the upcoming 2023 NFL draft. This could ultimately lead to Chicago’s No.1 pick being more coveted than ever. Stroud has until Monday, Jan. 16 to declare for the draft. However, he could end up returning for his senior year at Ohio State as …
Read more “CJ Stroud’s NFL Draft decision could benefit Chicago Bears”
Earlier this year, I wrote a piece about whether or not the Bears should be taken seriously. In essence, I did not think so at the time, but fans have been defending Chicago since Fields’ latest performances have warranted hope. The NFC North is shifting in its power dynamic, Minnesota sits atop the division and …
Roquan Smith Traded. Quinn Harris-USA TODAY Sports The details of the trade Smith was traded for a second and fifth round pick in 2023 plus veteran linebacker A.J. Klein. The Ravens got stronger that’s they already was at linebacker position and Chicago seems to be stacking up draft picks to improve with. Why was Roquan …
The Philadelphia Eagles to this point are considered the “hottest” or “best” team depending who you ask. The Eagles are the last undefeated team in the NFL to this point and they just got a little better. They have been adding depth via trades early this season, and today is no different. Eagles Add Defensive …
The New England Patriots are riding high on a two game win streak as they return home to host the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football. The team is back at .500 after big wins over the Lions and Browns. But the performance from Bailey Zappe has some wondering if there is a quarterback controversy …