Copyright © 2013 Knight Sac Media. All rights reserved.http://www.siliconinvestor.com/subject.aspx?subjectid=31105 Post messages here about the Bears. Love them or hate them... lets talk about our team. Green Bay fans can go "pack it" somewhere else!http://www.siliconinvestor.com/images/Logo380x132.pnghttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/subject.aspx?subjectid=3110538013210RMFNo, I don't disagree with you. You have to prove yourself over a long period to be considered among the best. Sayers can't be considered among the top 10 or even 20. But, if you actually watched him "at the time" you'll always put him close to the top.http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289028645/19/2013 3:05:15 AMInvestor2It should be no news here. But for what it's worth, here's what Bears general manager Phil Emery said about former Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher during an interview with Alex Marvez and Gil Brandt on SiriusXM NFL Radio late Wednesday. Emery was asked about the chances of Urlacher re-signing with the Bears. "Brian w...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=289024955/18/2013 6:18:22 PMInvestor2NFL.com reports: Brian Urlacher isn't close to finding a new home in the NFL if he's expecting that destination to be Minnesota. Coach Leslie Frazier told the NFL Network on Wednesday that the Vikings aren't near a deal with Urlacher, as was reported over the weekend, and prefer to take a long look at the options on t...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288973315/15/2013 10:59:24 PMThe Oxhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288969705/15/2013 6:52:32 PMThe OxMy comment was not a knock against Sayers, to say the least, although I have to exclude him when considering the 3 or 5 top, all-time NFL running backs. So many things to take into consideration when looking back over the years. Unfortunately for Gale, his injuries limited his output to such a point where I can't con...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288969665/15/2013 6:51:02 PMRMFWow, that IS shocking.... I can't think of another profession where lifetime health insurance would be more necessary.http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288894545/12/2013 2:53:49 AMRMFWalter was great and part of that was that he epitomized Bear's football. He was TOUGH from the getgo. If you wanted to tackle him you knew he was going to punish you as much as you punished him. He'd stay in bounds and get that extra yard. But the Bears also had another back that was pretty good. I was pretty youn...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288894495/12/2013 2:28:55 AMFUBHONot for the squeamish: Ex-football star battles NFL over medical bills... [graphic]http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288878595/10/2013 8:47:22 PMInvestor2http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288869935/10/2013 1:05:36 PMInvestor2I agree with your thoughts on the draft. Here's another viewpoint: " CHICAGO BEARS: General manager Phil Emery took a hammer to the Bears' roster this offseason, rebuilding the team into what should be a more effective group on both sides of the ball. Signing several veteran free agents to fill immediate needs allo...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288869895/10/2013 1:03:50 PMThe OxWalter was one of the greatest ever. There are only 2 or 3 other backs in the history of the league who could even come close to Payton!http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288861605/10/2013 2:27:00 AMRMFI'm kinda excited about the new Bears. They actually have a coach that cares about the OFFENSE for a change. I don't think I've ever seen that. I think they did really well with the free agents. Their draft was "unusual", but I've seen them really screwup with "usual" drafts, so maybe it will work out and they se...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288861575/10/2013 2:19:39 AMInvestor2[graphic] A young Walter Payton is shown during his college days at Division II Jackson State, where from 1971-74 he ran for 3,563 yards and 66 touchdowns and set the collegiate record for points scored at 464. Payton, a four-year starter at Jackson State, did it all in college. He led the nation in scoring in 1973 and...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288855985/9/2013 7:43:19 PMInvestor2I like the idea of grooming a youngster. I just don't like the idea of keeping Josh McCown. I'd rather have just abount any othe veteran, including Tebow.http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288811555/7/2013 8:23:48 PMThe OxI was never that impressed by Tebow. I assume he's got to be better than Campbell but there must be plenty of reasons why he got released. I think I would rather have the new Bears regime groom a kid (or 2) coming out of college with potential. Keep 1 as third string and 1 on the practice squad....if they still have...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288795975/7/2013 8:52:54 AMggershhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288789275/6/2013 8:49:38 PMInvestor2http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288789105/6/2013 8:45:48 PMggershhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288788915/6/2013 8:32:43 PMInvestor2 Tim Tebow is named Forbes' most influential athlete of 2013 chicagotribune.com http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288787675/6/2013 7:20:08 PMInvestor2Longtime scout Monago leaving Bears for Rams More change is afoot in the Chicago Bears’ front office. League sources say the latest scout to leave is Ted Monago, who was allowed to depart for a promotion as national scout of the St. Louis Rams. A year ago, Monago was promoted by the Bears to the position of execut...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288787605/6/2013 7:17:35 PMInvestor2http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288743025/3/2013 9:06:45 PMMr. Caligulahttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288709735/2/2013 1:02:40 PMInvestor2http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288655804/29/2013 10:15:43 PMInvestor2http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288653364/29/2013 7:24:31 PMggershSounds about right, if anything our weak link is now at CB, now we can only wait and see.... Vikings get better on D, can the AP train stay on course another year?http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288640354/29/2013 8:32:56 AMThe OxI'm very pleased with their draft. Personally, I would have like to have the CB that was drafted immediately behind us by the Falcons but I have to assume that they see a ton of upside in Long. My second choice would have been Floyd, the DT drafted by the Vikings. I hope we don't have to watch Floyd beat Long for sa...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288637594/28/2013 10:57:04 PMggershhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288637184/28/2013 9:56:45 PMInvestor2http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288636934/28/2013 9:32:14 PMggershWell it is offense, offense, offense. It will be an interesting year regardless. I'm thinking Trestman is going to be ok.http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288633574/28/2013 4:46:08 PMInvestor2Bears sign 10 undrafted free agents The Bears have agreed to terms with 10 undrafted free agents, the team announced Sunday afternoon. A look at those players: csnchicago.com http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288633324/28/2013 4:26:12 PMInvestor2Bears quotes: Trestman on the draft Transcript of Bears coach Marc Trestman's post-draft media session Saturday. Opening statement: chicagotribune.com  “We’ve got a bunch of coaches upstairs really excited about the opportunity to coach these guys coming in. We not only like them as players, we like them as people...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288632414/28/2013 3:02:31 PMggershhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288628954/28/2013 9:59:38 AMInvestor2Bears boost depth at LB, on offensive line After ignoring the offensive line for many years and missing on multiple draft picks, the Bears unquestionably have made the unit a priority. One of Marc Trestman’s first moves was to hire Aaron Kromer away from the Saints to be offensive coordinator and, as important, overse...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288628194/28/2013 8:36:34 AMInvestor2 Bears will give St. Xavier QB Coy a shot With more draft picks, Chicago Bears general manager Phil Emery might have added a quarterback on Saturday. But with only six picks – after adding one via a trade down in the fifth round – the Bears were not able to achieve that goal. They have lined up a local quarterback fo...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288628104/28/2013 8:23:20 AMInvestor2Bears roll the dice on WR Wilson nfl.com  The Chicago Bears were seeking a downfield threat in the NFL draft and got a low-risk investment with big upside in Marquess Wilson. It is not common for seventh-round draft picks to pan out as big-time players but before a puzzling 2012 season at Washington State, the wide r...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288626144/27/2013 8:55:15 PMInvestor2Bears picked a couple of linebackers in this year's draft... Here's the area scout's take on Bostic: chicagobears.com  Emery's take on Bostic: chicagobears.com  Does that shut the door on Urlacher for good? I was hoping he'd be back. http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288625364/27/2013 7:59:49 PMInvestor2http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288625274/27/2013 7:50:30 PMInvestor2http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288625214/27/2013 7:44:11 PMInvestor2http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288625184/27/2013 7:41:03 PMInvestor2http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288624954/27/2013 7:13:44 PMInvestor2I believe he was the best O-Line man that was still remaining when they picked. This year, the O-line men went early.http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288624934/27/2013 7:12:56 PMRMFWell, apparently Tony Wise thinks he was the STEAL of the draft.. chicago.cbslocal.com  Let's hope Tony knows what he's talking about because the pick doesn't seem too popular with the analysts.http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288623924/27/2013 5:04:15 PMCeltictraderChicago got a good one in Greene,was hoping the Giants would take him a pick earlier! youtube.com  p.s. turn the volume downhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288623814/27/2013 4:46:09 PMGlenn Petersenhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288613424/26/2013 7:50:40 PMRMFhttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288610764/26/2013 4:21:12 PMFUBHORE:to select offensive lineman Kyle Long of Oregon. This addresses the Bears greatest weakness, so I think it was smart.http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288598004/26/2013 1:26:00 AMggershMaybe a TE next?....W/Long being a project, and the OL coach is meant to be a good one, hopefully it works out.http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288595734/25/2013 10:53:57 PMInvestor2Phil Emery began his second NFL draft as Chicago Bears general manager Thursday night, and used the No. 20 pick in the first round to select offensive lineman Kyle Long of Oregon. Long comes with a terrific pedigree as he is the son of Hall of Fame defensive end Howie Long and the younger brother of Rams defensive end...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288595644/25/2013 10:48:43 PMggershKyle Long.....he's meant to be a bit of a project....hmmmm At least it wasn't Teohttp://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288595404/25/2013 10:35:49 PMggersh 20. CHICAGO BEARS D.J. Fluker, OT, Alabama: The Bears held their breath hoping that Fluker would fall to them and do not hesitate to select him when he is still there. He is a massive man with better feet than expected to go with long arms and great character. He will start at right tackle immediately and will hel...http://www.siliconinvestor.com/readmsg.aspx?msgid=288586944/25/2013 2:53:46 PM