Devin Thomas (Chicago Bears)

Bears signed WR Devin Thomas to a one-year contract.
Thomas has been a bust as the former 34th overall pick in the draft, but he made some big special teams plays during the Giants' Super Bowl run last year. Thomas is still only 25 years old and ran 4.32, 4.34 at the 2008 Scouting Combine at 6-foot-2, 215. We wouldn't rule out Thomas developing receiver skills, but his early-career track record certainly isn't promising.

Michael Bush (Chicago Bears)

Michael Bush contract Chicago Bears

3/22/2012: Signed a four-year, $14 million contract. The deal contains $7 million guaranteed.

Contract:4 yr(s) / $14,000,000 Signing Bonus - Average Salary $3,500,000 End Year:2015 Free Agent:2016 / Unrestricted

Bears agreed to terms with RB Michael Bush on a four-year, $14 million contract.
This should expedite Marion Barber's release, a move that would free up $1.7 million in cap space. Bush's addition also gives the Bears significant leverage in contract talks with unsigned franchise player Matt Forte. Even if Forte threatens a holdout, the Bears can sit comfortably with a starting-caliber back under contract, and Kahlil Bell at No. 2 on the depth chart. Bush isn't a dynamic runner, but he's got quick feet for his size and is a bull to bring down. He's also an adept receiver and pass blocker. Bush's addition may cut into Forte's 2012 fantasy value. He's definitely a candidate for short-yardage and goal-line work.

PREVIOUS CONTRACTS
2011-2011
Team:Oakland Raiders
Contract: 1 yr(s) / $2,610,000
Free Agent Type:UFA
2011: 2,610,000
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2007-2010
Team:Oakland Raiders
Contract: 4 yr(s) / $2,165,000
Free Agent Type:RFA
2007: 285,000
2008: 295,000
2009: 460,000
2010: 550,000
Signing Bonus: $500,000

TRANSACTIONS (Contract history)
Mar 22 2012
Signed a 4 year $14 million contract with Chicago (CHI)
Aug 6 2011
Signed a 1 year $2.61 million contract with Oakland (OAK)
Jul 25 2007
Signed a 4 year $2.165 million contract with Oakland (OAK)

Matt Forte contract Chicago Bears 2012

Matt Forte contract 2012 Chicago Bears details, status, extension...

Bears sign RB Michael Bush

 Four-year contract, $7 million guaranteed Free-agent running back Michael Bush agreed to a four-year contract with the Chicago Bears which could pay him $14 million, the Chicago Tribune reported Thursday. Matt Forte is Chicago's franchise player and wants a new contract. He has not signed his franchise tender and Bush provides insurance in case he Forte decides to wait for a new contract. (Bay Area News Group) FF Today's Take: Bush provides insurance in case Forte's contract talks hit a snag and also gives the Bears solid depth in the backfield. Forte will remain the focus of t...FFToday

Matt Forte (Chicago Bears) 

Chicago Bears Take Out Matt Forte Insurance Pol...I Mean, Sign Michael Bush

 Last year, the Chicago Bears signed Marion Barber as a backup for Matt Forte. Save for an embarrassing fumble against the Denver Broncos, he performed pretty well in that job. So...the Bears just signed another good backup for Matt Forte? Now-former Oakland Raiders running back Michael Bush is now a Bear. Adam Schefter reports that the deal is for $14 million and $7 million guaranteed. The Bears are now paying a lot of money to running backs; Forte was slapped with the franchise tag. A necessary question: Is Bush a good backup that fits a new offense that is going to rotate runni... Acme Packing Company

Forte's value skids with Bush signing

 Matt Forte spent the first four seasons of his career as basically the only quality running back in Chicago. His fifth season won't quite be like that -- assuming he's there. The Bears agreed to a four-year contract with running back Michael Bush on Wednesday, solidifying the team's running back corps and likely shifting the focus away from Forte getting 20-plus touches per game and toward a tandem approach. Moreover, Bush will serve as an insurance policy for the Bears in the event Forte chooses to hold out or not sign a long-term deal with the team. Forte is currently the Bears' designated f... CBSSports.com Fantasy

Michael Bush signs with Chicago Bears, helps push down Matt Forte's fantasy value

Christopher Harris looks at the impact of Michael Bush's contract with the Chicago Bears and how it affects Matt Forte's value as well. ESPN Fantasy Football

Bears sign free agent running back Michael Bush

 The Chicago Bears have invested good money in a No. 2 running back for the third consecutive year, and the signing Thursday of free agent Michael Bush to a four-year contract could prove to be quality insurance if a contract agreement can't be reached with Matt Forte. Bears Blog | Chicago Breaking Sports

Bush signs with Bears

 Running back Michael Bush will back up Matt Forte instead of Darren McFadden _ and get a lot more money in the process. Bush signed a four-year contract worth $14 million, with nearly $7.8 million guaranteed, according to the Chicago Tribune. That represents the figure Bush would have been paid by the Raiders had they decided [...] Inside the Oakland Raiders | Oakland Tribune

Michael Bush - Michael Bush signs with Bears

 The Chicago Bears signed free-agent RB Michael Bush (Raiders) to a four-year deal worth $14 million Thursday, March 22. Bush will have $7 million in guarantees. Huddle Up: Wow, that's no money at all! If anything Bush just looks like an insurance policy in case Matt Forte isn't locked into a long-term deal. And if Forte does sign we've still RBBC lurking in Chicago. This signing is a bummer, fantasy-wise. The Huddle

Bush's new home: Chicago

 The Bears announced Thursday that they have agreed to a four-year contract worth $14 million ($7 million guaranteed) with running back Michael Bush. The former Raider was great replacing Darren McFadden as the starter when McFadden got hurt in 2011, totaling 740 rush yards, 307 receiving yards and five total touchdowns in nine starts. It is believed that Bush will work in tandem with Matt Forte as well as be an insurance policy to the team in the event that they cannot work out a long-term deal with Forte, who is currently franchised. CBSSports.com Fantasy

RB Michael Bush goes to Bears for 4 years, $14 million

 The Chicago Bears have picked up strong insurance in the event that Matt Forte is serious about holding out this summer. The Bears signed former Raiders running back Michael Bush on Thursday to a four-year contract worth $14 million, including $7 million guaranteed. Bush played second fiddle to Darren McFadden for most of his time in Oakland, but when asked to fill in for the oft-injured star, Bush displayed qualities of a true starting running back. Last year was Bush's best statistical season as he ran for 977 yards and seven touchdowns. He also caught 37 passes. FANTASY ANALYSIS: This can't... FFToolbox.com

Matt Forte (Chicago Bears)

Matt Forte contract Chicago Bears

Franchise player Matt Forte expressed frustration with the Bears' Thursday signing of Michael Bush.
"There's only so many times a man that has done everything he's been asked to do can be disrespected!" Forte wrote on his Twitter account. "Guess the good guys do finish last." Added Forte's agent, "To sign yet another running back, prior to completing a contract with Matt suggests disregard for Matt and his contribution to the Bears." Forte may end up skipping offseason workouts and holding out of training camp in protest.

Contract:1 yr(s) / $7,700,000 Signing Bonus - Average Salary $7,700,000 End Year:2012 Free Agent:2013 / Unrestricted

PREVIOUS CONTRACTS
2008-2011
Team:Chicago Bears
Contract: 4 yr(s) / $3,781,000
Free Agent Type:UFA
2008: 295,000
2009: 385,000
2010: 470,000
2011: 555,000
$2 million guaranteed
Signing bonus: $1.533 million
Incentives: $528,167

TRANSACTIONS (Contract history)
Mar 4 2012
Signed a 1 year $7.7 million franchise tag with Chicago (CHI)
Jul 3 2008
Signed a 4 year $3.781 million contract with Chicago (CHI)

Brandon Marshall (Chicago Bears)

Brandon Marshall contract with chicago bears, 2010, extension, broncos, miami, year, dispute...
Latest contract details:
Contract:5 yr(s) / $47,300,000 Signing Bonus $5,500,000 Average Salary $9,460,000 End Year:2014 Free Agent:2015 / Unrestricted

Bears acquired WR Brandon Marshall from the Dolphins in exchange for two third-round draft picks.
Rookie Bears GM Phil Emery's first major move on the job was a doozy. The third-round picks will be in 2012 and 2013. The Dolphins are left with Brian Hartline, Davone Bess, and Clyde Gates as their top three wide receivers, and are hardly assured so much as a defensive or offensive starter via either of the picks. The Bears have a true No. 1 receiver for the first time since the 1960s, give or take a Willie Gault, or a Marcus Robinson. We like the fit for Marshall from a fantasy perspective. Jay Cutler showed no fear in targeting him relentlessly with the Broncos. Whether Marshall keeps his head on straight enough to make the trade worthwhile remains to be seen.

PREVIOUS CONTRACTS
2010-2010
Team:Denver Broncos
Contract: 1 yr(s) / $2,512,000
Free Agent Type:UFA
2010: 2,512,000
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2006-2009
Team:Denver Broncos
Contract: 4 yr(s) / $3,698,000
Free Agent Type:RFA
2006: 275,000
2007: 360,000
2008: 445,000
2009: 2,198,000
Signing Bonus: $420,000

TRANSACTIONS (Contract history)
Mar 13 2012
Traded to Chicago (CHI) from Miami (MIA) for a 2012 3rd round pick and a 2013 3rd round pick
Apr 14 2010
Signed a 4 year $47.5 million extension with Miami (MIA)
Apr 14 2010
Traded to Miami (MIA) from Denver (DEN) for a 2010 2nd round pick and a 2011 2nd round pick
Apr 13 2010
Signed a 1 year $2.512 million contract with Denver (DEN)
Jul 26 2006
Signed a 4 year $3.698 million contract with Denver (DEN)

Josh McCown (Chicago Bears)

Free agent Josh McCown is reportedly the "leading candidate" to be signed as Caleb Hanie's veteran backup in Chicago.
McCown is expected to be signed by Wednesday, so he can put in a full week of practice. The Bears needed a veteran who was familiar with the offense, and McCown played under OC Mike Martz (as well as DC Rod Marinelli) in Detroit back in 2006. He won't be a threat to Caleb Hanie's starting job.

Bears signed QB Josh McCown, formerly of the 49ers.
The Bears missed out on Kyle Orton when the Chiefs beat them to him in the waivers process. McCown is a fallback option. The 32-year-old former UFL quarterback has been awful on the field throughout his eight-year NFL career, but is familiar with Mike Martz's scheme and can hold a clipboard with the best of 'em. He's probably very little threat to Caleb Hanie's starting job. In terms of the depth chart, McCown figures to compete in practice with rookie Nathan Enderle for the primary backup job.


11/23/2011: Signed a one-year contract.

Nov 23 2011
Claimed off waivers by Chicago (CHI)
Sep 3 2011
Waived by San Francisco (SF)
Aug 17 2011
Signed a 1 year $810k contract with San Francisco (SF)
Aug 3 2010
Signed with the UFL

Joshua Treadwell McCown

No. 15 Chicago Bears
Quarterback
Personal information
Date of birth: July 4, 1979 (age 32)
Place of birth: Jacksonville, Texas
Height: 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) Weight: 215 lb (98 kg)
Career information
College: Sam Houston State
NFL Draft: 2002 / Round: 3 / Pick: 81
Debuted in 2002 for the Arizona Cardinals
Career history
Arizona Cardinals (2002–2005)
Detroit Lions (2006)
Oakland Raiders (2007)
Miami Dolphins (2008)*
Carolina Panthers (2008–2009)
Hartford Colonials (2010)
San Francisco 49ers (2011)*
Chicago Bears (2011–present)
*Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Roster status: Active
Career highlights and awards
2007 NFL Quarterback Challenge winner
UFL 2010 Offensive Player Of The Week (Week 1)

Anthony Adams (Chicago Bears)

Anthony Adams

Date of birth: June 18, 1980 (age 31)
Place of birth: Detroit, Michigan
Height: 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) Weight: 310 lb (141 kg)

College: Penn State
NFL Draft: 2003 / Round: 2 / Pick: 57
Debuted in 2003 for the San Francisco 49ers

San Francisco 49ers (2003-2006)
Chicago Bears (2007-present)

Player: Anthony Adams
Team: Chicago Bears
Position: Defensive Lineman
Contract Terms: 7/29/2011: Signed a two-year, $4.5 million contract. The deal included a $1.5 million signing bonus.
Average Salary: 3.0 million $

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American football defensive tackles • Chicago Bears players • Penn State Nittany Lions football players • Players of American football from Michigan • Sportspeople from Detroit, Michigan • San Francisco 49ers players.