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Bears re-sign Doug Kramer - NBC Sports - Offensive lineman Doug Kramer hit free agency last week, but he will be staying with the Bears.
Bears re-sign former Hinsdale Central, Illinois standout OL Doug Kramer to 1-year contract - Chicago Sun-Times - Kramer, an interior lineman who also was used at fullback, will get a shot to compete for a backup spot on the offensive line.
Chicago Bears’ signing of Dayo Odeyingbo listed among best value moves of free agency - SI - Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles added former Indianapolis Colts edge rusher Dayo Odeyingbo in 2025 NFL free agency in a move that was recently named one of the league’s best value signings.
Wood: Caleb’s Close-Up - Volume II, Where He Threw the Football - Da Bears Blog - Let’s look at how frequently and effectively Williams targeted each depth of the field.
Bears re-sign Doug Kramer on a 1-year deal - 670 - The Bears have re-signed fourth-year center/fullback Doug Kramer Jr. on a one-year contract, the team announced Tuesday. He was a sixth-round pick of the team in 2022.
Bears’ interest in former NFL rushing champ confirms Chicago’s offseason plan at RB - The Chicago Bears recent interest in a past NFL rushing champ proves their interest in adding competition for D’Andre Swift is very real.
Ashton Jeanty? Tyler Warren? Five draft thoughts after Bears’ moves in free agency - The Athletic - It’s time to look ahead to the NFL Draft after the Bears’ moves in free agency. Is the offensive line still a priority?
It’s time for Bears to end this silliness and build their stadium in Arlington Heights - Chicago Sun-Times - Team president Kevin Warren wants the lakefront, but fans will come wherever the Bears build, so do it in a place with rare potential
KNOW THINE ENEMY
Packers agree to terms with WR Mecole Hardman on a one-year deal - NBC Sports - The Packers are signing wide receiver Mecole Hardman to a one-year deal, according to multiple reports.
Vikings, 49ers announce Jordan Mason trade - NBC Sports - The trade that sends running back Jordan Mason from San Francisco to Minnesota became official on Tuesday.
Lions re-sign RB Craig Reynolds, DL Pat O’Connor - NBC Sports - The Lions re-signed a couple of their free agents on Tuesday.
POLISH SAUSAGE
Les Snead: Davante Adams' skillset can bring the next iteration of our offense - NBC Sports - During his introductory press conference with Los Angeles media last week, new Ram Davante Adams noted that head coach Sean McVay was aggressive in his recruitment, but did it in the right way.
Laremy Tunsil vows to reduce league-leading 19 penalties in 2024 - NBC Sports - In Houston, Laremy Tunsil became part of the problem.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRON
Mocking the Mocks: Mel Kiper Jr. has the Bears taking Mykel Williams - Windy City Gridiron - With a week of free agency on the books, ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. dropped a brand new NFL mock draft, and he based his latest mock on what he’s hearing from executives, scouts, and coaches around the...
Bears' newcomers see sky-high potential in Caleb Williams - 670 - The mixed results of Caleb Williams’ first season have in no way altered the Bears’ belief that he can become a franchise quarterback, and the team’s newcomers hold the same viewpoint.
There is no Running Back Revolution - Windy City Gridiron - There are those who believe that the NFL is due to return to a time when it makes sense to draft a running back in the first round. Those people are probably wrong.
Grading the Chicago Bears’ Offseason (So Far) and What It Means For The Draft - Windy City Gridiron - The NFL is just over a week into free agency and many teams around the league have made big moves. With the Chicago Bears being one of the "offseason winners" thus far, we’ll take a deeper dive into each move and look ahead to what’s next.
NFL insider says Bears transformed their draft options with free agency - Windy City Gridiron - The Chicago Bears’ aggressive approach to free agency might have just changed their entire outlook for the NFL Draft next month.
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