Agressive Bears make another move; Sign RB Chester Taylor

The Bears have themselves a backup to Matt Forte, as reports say that now former Viking RB Chester Taylor has inked a deal with the Bears, four years at $12 million. Chester Taylor will stay in the NFC North. The former Viking agreed to a four-year, $12 million contract with Chicago, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. $7 million is guaranteed [read more...]

Bears to host free agent running back Chester Taylor Friday

Julius Peppers isn’t the only name free agent that will be at Halas Hall on Friday, as running back Chester Taylor will visit the team also. Running back Chester Taylor is expected to visit with the Bears Friday, according to a league source. Taylor would seem an ideal fit to complement Matt Forte in Mike Martz’s offense, which highlights the running [read more...]

The latest on Taylor and other ways to improve the Bears offense

Okay, a quick review – here are the first 2 steps of my 3-step Chicago Bear pre-Draft player makeover: Trade Lance Briggs for a 2010 1st round draft pick. Pass on Peppers, sign DE Aaron Kampman. I was going to tell you move #3 should be signing the Vikings’ Chester Taylor. I had a nice post written about [read more...]

2009 Fantasy Football: All-Goat Team

Every year you start the season, shaking your head, certain that you have “the team to beat” and that nothing can go wrong when you have Tom Brady, Steve Slaton, and Calvin Johnson.Well, yikes, dear sirs, and my ladies. Just because you spent a high pick or mid-rounder on a player, doesn’t necessarily mean that they panned out for you. [read more...]

Bears RB Matt Forte Has Knee Surgery on Left Knee

It was a tough season for the Bears on offense and for running back Matt Forte, who rushed for just 929 and four touchdowns, this after a much better rookie season where he was one of the best young backs in the game. Now the running back had knee surgery according to this ESPN story, which says that he underwent the [read more...]

Bears Name Mike Tice New Offensive Coordinator

I posted earlier this week that Mike Tice was interviewing for the Offensive Coordinator’s position at the Chicago Bears.  Well, it became official on Friday that an offer was made and accepted. The NEW offensive coordinator of the Chicago Bears…Mike Tice! From Larry Mayer’s article: “I really enjoyed my time with coach Smith,” Tice said. “I really enjoyed meeting with him, talking ball [read more...]

Week 17 Preview: Chicago at Detroit

It’s the last game of the season.  Although it has been a disappointing season, to say the least, I am excited to watch this Sunday’s game.  The Chicago Bears (6-9) will be visiting the Detroit Lions (2-13) this Sunday, January 3 — 12:00 PM.  I am excited because this very well may be the last time we see some of [read more...]

Week 15 Preview: Chicago at Baltimore

In the Playoff Hunt Ravens are coming off a confidence builder as they had a convincing victory over the Detroit Lions. The offense played well and Ray Rice was the game changer; the team is officially in the playoff hunt. The defense is fighting to get back their dominance as they try to find consistency.  In this match-up the Ravens face [read more...]

Fantasy Player Breakdown – Week 15

If you’re still alive in your league’s playoffs, then this is the time of week to take a gander at every player on your roster, his match-up this week, as well as his potential.When fantasy playoffs roll around, it’s best to have the superstars who have the easy match-ups, but are still on teams that have something to play for.With [read more...]

Fantasy Player Breakdown – Week 14

Be sure to check out our Start/Sit column for some solid calls this week, and if you’re searching for a gem to help you out with line-up issues, take a second to look over this week’s Waiver Wire Pick-ups.Read on for player match-ups and some quick notes:New Orleans Saints @ Atlanta FalconsQB Drew Brees: Falcons defense isn’t very good, so [read more...]

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