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Chicago Bears 2018 Mock Offseason: The Big Push

By Erik Lambert

ORCHARD PARK, NY - SEPTEMBER 21: Former Buffalo Bills quarterback and current offensive coordinator Frank Reich watches warm-ups before the game against the Buffalo Bills at Ralph Wilson Stadium on September 21, 2014 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Tom Szczerbowski/Getty Images)
ORCHARD PARK, NY - SEPTEMBER 21: Former Buffalo Bills quarterback and current offensive coordinator Frank Reich watches warm-ups before the game against the Buffalo Bills at Ralph Wilson Stadium on September 21, 2014 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Tom Szczerbowski/Getty Images) /
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Re-Signings

  • CB Kyle Fuller
  • WR Cameron Meredith 
  • ILB Christian Jones
  • CB Prince Amukamara
  • OG Tom Compton
  • CB Bryce Callahan
  • CB Sherrick McManis
  • P Pat O’Donnell
  • ILB John Timu
  • WR Tre McBride

Pace will have a ton of work to do in the re-signing department as several key players are currently on the last year of their respective deals. Easily the two most important are Fuller and Meredith. Fuller has played outstanding since his return from a knee injury. His tackling and coverage are top notch and it’s clear he’s gaining confidence each week. Meredith was poised for a breakout season this year before tearing his ACL in the preseason. It’s worth bringing him back to see if he can correct that unfinished business.

Jones has played at a level where he’s making a case to become a full-time starter. He’ll be 27-years old next year so there’s every reason to bring him back. Amukamara isn’t a star but he’s shown he can play efficient within the Bears’ system. Compton has done a tremendous job as a backup guard, filling in ably for Kyle Long and Josh Sitton where needed. Callahan is a solid slot corner. McManis is their special teams captain.

O’Donnell isn’t the best punter in the league but he’s at least improved enough to keep his job until somebody better comes along. Timu is a solid backup who has shown he can step up when asked. McBride has begun to show flashes that he can make plays. Enough to where it warrants keeping him around.

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