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Finally the Bears disposed of some wasted roster space. They released veteran fullback Jason McKie. The 29-year-old seven-season veteran, appeared in 71 games with 35 starts for the Bears. He rushed for 84 yards, three touchdowns on 29 carries, and caught 62 passes for 344 yards and three TDs. McKie was known for his blocking skills more then his running ability and it has been said he ...

The man who supposedly took a ride to the Super Bowl with the Bears in 2006 has signed with the Washington Redskins. Grossman was used sparingly last season with the Houston Texans, backing up Pro Bowler Matt Schaub. The seven-year veteran was a favorite at the beginning of his time with the Bears because of his gun-slinging abilities. But he was quickly hated for his horrible decisions ...

á The Chicago Bears have officially made the biggest moves in free agency, though they basically had no choice. They were forced to add bigùtime players, because this could be the last year with this coaching staff and they donÆt have a draft pick until the third round. Julius Peppers is an instant upgrade at DE. Put him on the defensive line with Tommie Harris, Alex Brown and ...

Arizona Cardinals free safety Antrell Rolle is owed a roster bonus of $4 million and itÆs rumored that Arizona doesnÆt want to pay it. The Cardinals already made strong safety Adrian Wilson the highest paid player at his position and now they have to make decisions on LB Karlos Dansby, DT Darnell Dockett and WR Anquan Boldin. With that in mind, Rolle might not be in their plans. The 27-year-old Rolle was ...

Former Rams head coach, 49ers offensive coordinator and Lions offensive coordinator Mike Martz would like to work with Lovie Smith again if the Bears are interested in Martz as their offensive coordinator. Martz and Lovie worked together when the Rams were known as ôThe greatest show on turfö, Martz was the head coach and the offensive guru while Lovie was the defensive coordinator. Martz is good friends with both coach Lovie Smith ...

The Bears' press conference is scheduled for 3pm ET, and will be streamed live on theáteamÆs official site. According to a league source, offensive coordinator Ron Turner will not be returning next season. Also gone is tight end coach Rob Boras, offensive assistant/assistant offensive line coach Luke Butkus, quarterback coach Pep Hamilton, offensive line coach Harry Hiestand, and offensive assistant/assistant receiver coach Charles London. Running back coach Tim Spencer and receiver coach ...

32 year old defensive end Adewale Ogunleye came to the Bears in 2004 in a trade with the Miami Dolphins, which sent WR Marty Booker to Miami and Ogunleye to the Windy City. Ogunleye had 25 sacks in three seasons with Miami and in six seasons with the Bears he has 42 sacks but has only had two seasons with nine or more sacks. Ogunleye has his own blog on Chicagonow.com called ...

Lance Briggs, a seven year NFL veteran linebacker, has been named to his fifth Pro Bowl. In 14 games this season, Briggs has recorded 106 tackles, two and half sacks, and one interception. In 108 games, Lance Briggs, who is only 29-years old, has recorded 759 tackles, eight and a half sacks, 10 interceptions, four defensive touchdowns, and 10 forced fumbles. Briggs has been a solid leader for the Bears this season ...

Here are the Week 17 Bears' power rankings from various sites around the Web: á Yahoo Sports: No. 22 (Last week: 24) Analysis: When Jay Cutler plays like he did Monday night, is there any question as to why this franchise gave up so much to get him? á ESPN: No. 23 (Last week: 25) Analysis: They came up big Monday night. Too bad that hasnÆt happened more often this season. á Pro Football Weekly: No. 23 ...

The Bears won an ugly one yesterday against the pathetic St. Louis Rams and  snapped a four-game losing streak. The Bears rushed the ball 38 times, with Matt Forte averaging 3.8 ypc on 24 carries for 91 yards and a touchdown. Kahlil Bell added 35 yards on 11 carries. Earl Bennett and Devin Hester both had huge catches early in this game, Bennett with a 71-yard catch and run and Hester ...