2012 NFL Free Agents: Analyzing the Pros and Cons of the Top 10 Wide Receivers
Published by Bob Warja on February 12, 2012
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Chicago Bears
Alright, so can we all agree that upgrading the wide receiver position is the most important of the assignments facing new Chicago Bears GM Phil Emery this offseason?
Sure, there are other needs as well—pass rush, cornerback and offensive line come to mind rather easily—but giving QB Jay Cutler some better weapons to throw to is at the top of my list.
With that said, I know some of you were disappointed when my most recent article suggested Robert Meachem could be a receiver that helps carry Chicago over the top.
Now, I agree that Meachem is not a true No. 1 wideout, though he would immediately become the No.1 on this Bears team if they signed the unrestricted free agent. But I was simply trying to be realistic.
For not all unrestricted free agents are truly “free,” in that some could have franchise tags slapped on them while others will simply choose to remain with their current teams.
But all things being equal, here is a preview of all of the unrestricted free agent WRs who are potential difference makers, along with the pros and cons of each.
At least one of these players should be wearing the blue and orange next season.
