NFL Trade Rumors

Bears Bears second-round DL Shemar Turner said he’s long been a fan of veteran DT Grady Jarrett, who was signed by Chicago this offseason.   “He’s a dog, bro. He’s an animal,” Turner said, via Scott Bair. “He’s not too big. He’s a guy that can pass rush. He’s quick as hell. He’s fast off the ball. His get-off is crazy. He’s a dude. There’s a reason why he’s been here so … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Jaire Alexander, Christian Darrisaw, Bears, Packers, Vikings

Bears Bears WR Rome Odunze said he’s focused on his improvement this offseason and is building his upper-body strength to deal with “nitpicking and grabbing.”  “I just turned 23,” Odunze said, via Jayna Bardahl of The Athletic. “I don’t have many things to focus on other than getting better. There’s a lot of nitpicking and grabbing in this league that isn’t always shown. I feel … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Josh Jacobs, Rome Odunze, Bears, Lions, Packers

Bears The Bears signed DT Grady Jarrett this offseason, who was released after spending his first 10 years with the Falcons. Jarrett is refreshed to reinvent himself in a new place and expressed his pleasure with the city so far.  “Being in a new place for the first time around new people is really refreshing,” Jarrett said, via Gabby Hajduk of the team’s website. “It puts you … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Grady Jarrett, Xavier McKinney, D.J. Moore, Bears, Packers

Bears For the most part, the Bears will have a new offensive line this season, anchored by veteran G Joe Thuney, who has noted he is excited to work with Drew Dalman and Jonah Jackson. “Drew and Jonah are great guys, they work relentlessly – weight room, film room, every part of the game, you can tell how passionate they are for the game,” Thuney said, via BearsWire.com. “It’s … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Cole Kmet, John Morton, Bears, Lions, Packers

Bears Bears HC Ben Johnson explained what he looks for when determining who will be the team’s starting left tackle. Chicago has a variety of options for the role, including incumbent starter Braxton Jones, third-rounder Ozzy Trapilo and 2024 third-rounder Kiran Amegadjie.  “To me, the number one job of an offensive tackle, doesn’t matter if it’s right or left, is to pass … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Matthew Golden, Kerby Joseph, Bears, Lions, Packers