SB Nation User Blog: JohnnyTruant

2010 Free Agent Wide Receivers

JohnnyTruant — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 18:47:43 -0000

While it may be a little soon, but it's the offseason so I've had time to think about this. What if the Bears do well in the 2009 NFL Season but a glaring need is still the Wide Receiver position? I'm hoping this isn't the case and that one of the rookies ends up showing enough promise or that Hester finally breaks out but let's play devil's advocate.

It often takes years for rookie WR's to contribute significantly and Hester is short and dropped some go ahead touchdowns last year. The defense is aging period. The defense will not be as good as the 05-06 defense in 2012 or 2013. Hopefully some players step up and take over some key positions (Marcus Freeman here's to looking at you).

Angelo has shown that he wants to win a championship, and he knows the window is closing. He traded his left arm for Cutler and he made a move for Anquan Boldin. I think that he will go after a FA WR next year if need be and won't be afraid to spend some of that cap space (if there's even a cap in 2010).

Let's take a look at some of the 2010 FA WRs:

Braylon Edwards (CLE, UFA)

This is a move that probably would not be too popular with the fanbase, but it could turn into a genius move. Even though Braylon led the NFL in drops (16) in 2008, he has 228 receptions for 3558 yards in 58 games, that's an average of 15.6 yards per catch. I really think that a change of scenery would do Braylon some good, he has been surrounded by mediocraty in Cleveland minus the one fluke year that Derek Anderson looked good. I can see it now, Cutler throwing a lob pass Braylon uses his 6'3'' 220 lb. frame to shield the ball from the CB, Touchdown Bears!

Roddy White (ATL, UFA)

He is coming off of one of his best seasons in 2008 which earned him a trip to the Pro Bowl. 88 receptions for 1,382 yards last season with Matt Ryan. If he could have the same type of level with the Chicago Bears we'd finally have a #1 WR.

Miles Austin (DAL, UFA)

Never heard of him huh? that's because Jerry Jones is a fool. You might have heard of him as a return man, but make no mistake, this guy runs crisp routes and has deceptive speed.

Steve Breaston (ARI, RFA)

In 2008 he had 77 receptions for 1,006 yards as a backup. He would not be too expensive,but it would cost a 2nd round pick, it's a classic Angelo move. Breaston is also a beast on special teams, could you imagine using him as a gunner or even the posibility of rotating our return men. We'd have the best return trio in the league with D. Manning, Hester, and Breaston.

Brandon Marshall (DEN, UFA)

This makes the most sense, I don't see Brandon Marshall getting a trade but I do see him wanting to get ouf of Denver after having Orton throw to him and another losing season (is this too soon to say?). Will the Broncos be smart and give him a new contract before he tests FA waters? Nnamdi Asomugha (IMO the best CB in the NFL) said Marshall is "the toughest guy to bring down, one-on-one."

Who knows, this is the NFL, anything can happen. This could make our offense rank top 5, at least on paper.

The Oline is really a question mark right now, but I have high hopes. Let's say the Line is good. that'd leave us with...

QB Cutler

RB Forte

TE Olsen

WR Brandon Marshall

WR Devin Hester

I guess we won't know about our current crop until the season starts, but Bear Down and keep cool!

Poll

Which Wide Receiver do you see the Bears most likely getting during the 2010 Free Agency?

sweet vid that shows how horrible ;) Jay Cutler...

JohnnyTruant — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 19:19:54 -0000

sweet vid that shows how horrible ;) Jay Cutler was.

http://www.viddler.com/explore/JayCutler4MVP/videos/1/

Note music sucks so you should probably mute it and put some rap on.

Oh and it's from 2007 when JC was worse

'I’ve been fortunate to get paid in this league and that was good, but I still had to go home a l...

JohnnyTruant — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 21:04:24 -0000

'I’ve been fortunate to get paid in this league and that was good, but I still had to go home a loser. I’d give all the money back if I could win again."--Pisa

this is the type of guy that I want on my team.

btw if any of you guys have a Dick's Sporting Goods near you they are blowing out (9.95) Authentic Mike Brown Jerseys this week (normally 79.95). I bought a couple for some friends and myself.

NFC North: Views from Lions Fans

JohnnyTruant — Tue, 19 May 2009 17:38:50 -0000

Hey everyone,

I just wanted to get some input on how Detroit Lions fans will think the NFC North will shake out this year.

I'm a lifelong Bears fan, but I definitely think that the Lions have gotten better this offseason. I was surprised when they took Stafford over Curry though, that guy is going to be a beast.

I think Detroits offense is actually pretty good (man I wish the Bears had Calvin Johnson), but their defense needs some work.

This is how I see the NFC North

Chicago Bears: 11-5

I believe that the acquisition of Cutler will help the Bears win at least 2 more games this year.

Minnesota Vikings: 9-7

The Vikings have a great D and a solid running game, but even the addition of Percy Harvin won't really help when the QB play is so terrible.

Green Bay Packers: 8-8

Growing pains from a new defensive scheme and injuries on offense will hamper the Packers (bur I see them doing much better 2010 Season)

Detriot Lions: 5-11

I think the current roster gets sick of losing and buys into the new coach. It's really embarassing to lose that many games in a row, which I think will motivate the players during OTAs and minicamp. Detroits D ends up losing close games. Calvin Johnson makes another big leap this year though. I think Detroit wins more games with Culpepper than with Stafford. I think Culpepper has something left to prove and he can get you points in the red zone. If the Lions rush Stafford (he is no Matt Ryan) I see Detroit losing more games this year.

Thanks

The Office: Halas Hall

JohnnyTruant — Sun, 17 May 2009 01:53:21 -0000

After reading the recent bizarro Fantasy Football League I was watching the Office. I suddenly realized that the Bears Management and Coaching are characters on the Office.

Jerry Angelo is David Wallace.

Besides the eerily similiar talking styles, wardrobe, and looks both are in charge of the organization and make mostly conservative moves. David Wallace's job was in jeopardy but he made an unorthodox move to save it (like the Jay Cutler trade).

Bob Babich is Kevin.

Alright, this one is pretty much a lock. Both aren't good at their job and may possibly be retarded, but for some reason they are still around. Probably because they are friends with people in the office.

Ron Turner is Michael Scott.

Both have left their organizations and have come back (U of I and Michael Scott Paper Company). Both don't have that much to work with, but year in and year out they do reasonably well.

Lovie Smith is Toby (from HR).

Both never raise their voices and never change facial expressions. I thought about using Stanley, because he's the only black guy but there was that one time that Stanley raised his voice, something Lovie would never do. Both Toby and Lovie are reliable to get the job done.

Rod Marinelli is Creed.

They're both journeymen that excel at certain areas. Creed blurts out random creepy confessions, while Marinelli is a class act, but they're both old men with grey hair, so it was the most logical choice.

Lastly even though he isn't part of the Bears Coaching or Management.

Jay Cutler is Jim Halpert.

The Bears have needed a Jim Halpert for a long time, now everyone has someone they can root for, rally behind, and build around.

Give me a break, it is the offseason after all!

ESPN Marinelli Interviewed by Bears less than a week after being fired

JohnnyTruant — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 08:36:13 -0000

ESPN Marinelli Interviewed by Bears less than a week after being fired

Rod Marinelli interviewed by the Bears. Marinelli is an old friend of JA and Lovie.

Promoted Fan Shot:

From what I have read, Marinelli would be brought in as an assistant head coach/defensive line coach. The though being if he can fix our pass rush, it helps our secondary.

Matt Forte on NFL Network

JohnnyTruant — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 23:46:03 -0000

Terrell Davis interviews Matt Forte and Maurice Jones-Drew about training camp and running styles on NFL Network.

Matt Forte is a whisperer.

Hopefully his play will be louder than his voice.

An overview is that Matt Forte believes that he can make an impact in Chicago and that he has a running style that is smooth with quick feet. MJD says that he has many different styles and he does whatever he has to in order to win the game.

Link to Video