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Bears Extend G Joe Thuney

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Before making his Bears debut, Joe Thuney has a new deal in hand. The All-Pro guard agreed to terms on a two-year extension, his agent announced on Tuesday. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports this pact is worth $35MM and brings Thuney’s scheduled earnings up to $51MM over the next three seasons. $33.5MM is fully guaranteed at signing. Rather than entering the coming season as … [Read more...] about Bears Extend G Joe Thuney

Bears Planning LB Competition

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Tremaine Edmunds and T.J. Edwards are still in place with the Bears ahead of the 2025 campaign. They will retain their spots in the starting lineup at the linebacker spot, but it remains to be seen who will join them in that capacity. Edmunds inked a four-year, $72MM pact in 2023, cashing in considerably after playing out his rookie pact with the Bills. Edwards landed a … [Read more...] about Bears Planning LB Competition

DB Notes: 49ers, Gordon, Lions, Colts, Titans

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The 49ers‘ decision to let Charvarius Ward walk in free agency points to Renardo Green receiving an extended opportunity to become a full-time starter opposite Deommodore Lenoir. Extended months before Ward’s departure, Lenoir has worked as both a boundary and slot corner. His $17.96MM-per-year contract, which checks in far north of the slot-only market, reflects this … [Read more...] about DB Notes: 49ers, Gordon, Lions, Colts, Titans

Caleb Williams’ Camp Tried To Avoid Bears In 2024 Draft

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With Caleb Williams slated to go first-overall to the Bears in the 2024 draft, the quarterback’s camp considered some unconventional options in an attempt to avoid Chicago. In Seth Wickersham’s upcoming book, “American Kings: A Biography of the Quarterback,” there are some notable anecdotes (via ESPN.com) surrounding Williams’ wariness of going to the Bears. The player’s … [Read more...] about Caleb Williams’ Camp Tried To Avoid Bears In 2024 Draft