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Jordan Howard Named to NFC’s Pro Bowl 2017 Roster

Chicago Bears running back Jordan Howard has been selected to the Pro Bowl as an injury replacement, Rich Campbell of the Chicago Tribune reported Wednesday. The Bears' official Twitter account celebrated the accomplishment while sharing the 22-year-old's statistics: Howard will replace David Johnson of the Arizona Cardinals, who suffered a knee injury in Week 17. Howard was a fifth-round pick in the 2016 draft and started the season third on Chicago's depth chart behind Jeremy Langford and Ka'Deem Carey. However, injuries thrust him into the spotlight, and he never looked back. He first broke out against the Detroit Lions in Week 4, when he totaled 111 rushing ...

Bears’ Jordan Howard Posts Franchise Rookie Rushing Record

Chicago Bears running back Jordan Howard's 1,313 rushing yards in 2016 marks the most for a rookie back in the franchise's history, per NFL Communications. The effort moved him past longtime Bears tailback Matt Forte's previous record of 1,238 yards in 2008. In addition to his rookie rushing record, Howard added multiple other accolades during the 2016 season. By gaining 202 yards from scrimmage in Week 8 against the Minnesota Vikings, Howard became the youngest player in team history to surpass 200 scrimmage yards in a game at 21 years, 363 days of age. He also posted the most 100-plus-yard rushing games (seven) by ...

Alshon Jeffery Guarantees Bears Will Win Super Bowl Next Season

The Chicago Bears finished their abysmal 3-13 season with a 38-10 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, but wide receiver Alshon Jeffery sees a Lombardi Trophy in the team's near future. "I guarantee you we are going to win the Super Bowl next year," he said after the game, per Adam Hoge of WGN Radio. Jeffery may not even be with the Bears next season, as he is set to become a free agent in March, per Spotrac. The receiver also said his future is up to his agent and general manager Ryan Pace, per Rich Campbell of the Chicago Tribune. Jeffery didn't ...

Chicago Bears: Full 2016 Draft Guide and Preview
After holding six picks in the 2015 NFL draft, the Chicago Bears enter the 2016 draft with nine selections. General manager Ryan Pace addressed needs along the offensive line and at inside linebacker in free agency, but the team still needs to find a
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Chicago Bears Mock Draft Roundup: What the Experts Are Saying
For weeks and months, draft gurus and experts have done their best to guess which player each NFL team will select in this year's draft. The Chicago Bears could go a variety of different ways with the 11th overall pick on April 28, and following big
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Chicago Bears’ 7-Round Mock Draft and Top-100 Big Board
Following a 6-10 season and a last-place finish in the NFC North in 2015, Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Pace made it a point to add both playmakers and depth to the roster this offseason. The team added veteran linebackers Danny Trevathan and Je
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Kyle Long’s Contract Option Picked Up by Bears
The Chicago Bears announced Friday they exercised the fifth-year option on offensive tackle Kyle Long. The option will keep him under contract through the 2017 season. According to Spotrac, Long is expected to make $777,158 in 20
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Omar Bolden to Bears: Latest Contract Details, Comments and Reaction
Unable to carve out a role within the Denver Broncos' magnificent defense, veteran defensive back Omar Bolden is trying his luck elsewhere in free agency. The Chicago Bears announced they signed Bolden to a one-year contract on Thursday. Troy R
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Sam Acho Re-Signs with Bears: Latest Contract Details, Comments, Reaction
The Chicago Bears announced Monday they have brought back veteran linebacker Sam Acho on a one-year deal. He's the ninth unrestricted free agent to rejoin the team in March, per the Bears. Acho joined the Bears last offseason after spending four year
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Josh Hill Signed to Bears Offer Sheet: Latest Contract Details, Reaction
ESPN.com's Field Yates reported, per a source, on Tuesday that the Chicago Bears have signed New Orleans Saints restricted free agent Josh Hill to an offer sheet. The Saints have five days to match the offer. According to Brad Biggs of the
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Alshon Jeffery Contract: Latest News, Rumors on WR’s Negotiations with Bears
The Chicago Bears are working relentlessly to sign wide receiver Alshon Jeffery to a long-term deal before the July 15 franchise-tag deadline. Continue for updates. Talks Ongoing Between Bears and Jeffery Monday, March 21 In an interview on ESPN's NF
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Zach Miller Re-Signs with Bears: Latest Contract Details, Comments and Reaction
Tight end Zach Miller is staying in the Windy City, as the Chicago Bears announced Monday that they've re-signed Miller to a two-year deal. NFL.com's Ian Rapoport reported the deal is worth $6 million with a possible $2 million more in incentive
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Jerrell Freeman Agrees to Contract with Bears
Free-agent linebacker Jerrell Freeman is headed to the Chicago Bears after failing to reach an agreement with the Indianapolis Colts. Freeman announced the move on Saturday: Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reported Freeman signed a three
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