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The Bear’s Den, April 16, 2024

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MLB: APR 13 Reds at White Sox
Chicago Bears defensive back Jonathan Owens with wife Simone Biles before an MLB game between the Chicago White Sox and the Cincinnati Reds on April 13, 2024 at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago | Photo by Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

The Bears are at Halas Hall for offseason workouts after providing the only true star-power we may see this year at a Sox game in Chicago.

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THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL

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Haugh: Bears should trade up for Marvin Harrison Jr. – 670 – The Bears hold some powerful cards ahead of the NFL Draft. Of course, they’re expected to select USC quarterback Caleb Williams at No. 1 overall, but they also have the No. 9 selection. Could they use it to trade up for receiver Marvin Harrison Jr.?

Bears begin voluntary offseason program – Chicago Bears – For the first time since January, Bears players returned to Halas Hall en masse Monday for the start of the team’s voluntary offseason program.

Bears 2024 NFL mock draft: Caleb Williams, top-30 visits show Ryan Poles’ hand – NBC Sports Chicago – With 10 days until the 2024 NFL Draft begins, the Bears’ list of top-30 visits has given us a roadmap for how the affair could play out after Caleb Williams…

Projecting the Bears’ 2024 starting lineup as offseason program begins – Bears Wire – As the Bears kick off their offseason program, we’re projecting what Chicago’s starting lineup will look like in 2024.

Jonathan Owens, Simone Biles excited to ‘start a new beginning’ in Chicago – Chicago Bears – Bears safety Jonathan Owens and his wife, Simone Biles, explored Chicago together for the first time together this weekend, which included Owens throwing out the first pitch at a White Sox game.

Caleb Williams, A Draft Big Board, And More Waiting – Da Bears Blog – We’ve got a few scouting reports coming later this week, but for today I’ve got a pair of Caleb Williams clips:

Haugh: Bears should trade up for Marvin Harrison Jr. – 670 – The Bears hold some powerful cards ahead of the NFL Draft. Of course, they’re expected to select USC quarterback Caleb Williams at No. 1 overall, but they also have the No. 9 selection. Could they use it to trade up for receiver Marvin Harrison Jr.?

Source: Cody Whitehair to join Raiders on a 1-year deal – 670 – After eight years in Chicago, former Bears offensive lineman Cody Whitehair is landing in Las Vegas, as he has agreed to join the Raiders on a one-year deal, a source said.

With heightened expectations, Bears begin offseason program – 670 – The Bears began their offseason program Monday at Halas Hall, kicking it off with phase one work, which is limited to meetings, strength and conditioning work and rehabilitation.

POLISH SAUSAGE

WNBA draft: Chicago Sky select Kamilla Cardoso, Angel Reese – Chicago Tribune – Kamilla Cardoso is coming off a star-making NCAA Tournament run, while Angel Reese gives the Chicago Sky one of the sport’s most popular players.

Raiders sign ex-Bears offensive lineman Cody Whitehair – Chicago Sun-Times – The Bears cut Whitehair in February rather than pay a $13.25 million salary-cap hit.

Patriots visit with Michael Penix Jr. – NBC Sports – The Patriots continue to due their quarterback due diligence.

Inside the DeVonta Smith deal – NBC Sports – The Eagles got ahead of the potential explosion in the receiver market by signing DeVonta Smith to an extension.

J.J. McCarthy completes pre-draft visits with a trip to Washington – NBC Sports – Michigan quarterback J.J.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRON

Dissecting the Chicago Bears’ Options At No. 9 Overall – Windy City Gridiron – The 2024 NFL draft is just 10 days away. While many can safely assume what the Chicago Bears will do with the No. 1 overall pick, the intrigue eight selections later will headline many talking points around the city leading up to next Thursday night. With plenty of options ahead, we dive into each one here.

NFL Draft interview: St. Francis S Scott Tumilty – Windy City Gridiron – WCG’s lead draft analyst speaks with an NAIA All-American gem.

2024 NFL Draft: Chicago Bears Seven Round Mock Draft – Windy City Gridiron – Ryan Poles makes a massive trade and sets up his whole draft!

Does a good defense help a rookie QB? – Windy City Gridiron – For some people, even a new quarterback is a reason to improve the defense. But why?

SB Nation Mock Draft: Chicago Bears take Dallas Turner after a trade back – Windy City Gridiron – The Bears need a pass rush, and Dallas Turner is a perfect fit.

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