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Chicago Bears 2018 Mock Offseason: Time to Wheel and Deal

By Erik Lambert

LAKE FOREST, IL - JANUARY 09: General manager Ryan Pace (L) and new head coach Matt Nagy of the Chicago Bears pose after an introductory press conference at Halas Hall on January 9, 2018 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
LAKE FOREST, IL - JANUARY 09: General manager Ryan Pace (L) and new head coach Matt Nagy of the Chicago Bears pose after an introductory press conference at Halas Hall on January 9, 2018 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images) /
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CHICAGO, IL – NOVEMBER 19: Marvin Jones /

Re-signs:

*Franchise tag

  • Mark Sanchez (QB)
  • Cameron Meredith (WR)
  • Kendall Wright (WR)
  • Daniel Brown (TE)
  • Tom Compton (OG)
  • Mitch Unrein (DE)
  • Lamarr Houston (EDGE)
  • Christian Jones (ILB)
  • Kyle Fuller (CB)*
  • Prince Amukamara (CB)
  • Sherrick McManis (CB)
  • Cairo Santos (K)
  • Patrick Scales (LS)

This period comes down to three big fish that the Bears must make sure they keep in navy blue. The biggest is cornerback Kyle Fuller who is coming off a career-best year. It’s unclear if the two sides can reach a long-term agreement. Odds are he’s set up to get the franchise tag. Cameron Meredith proved his value more in being gone than he did actually playing this season so retaining him is obvious. Last but not least is Christian Jones who established himself as a playmaker at inside linebacker.

The remaining names should be considered key depth and special teams additons. Sanchez has proven a valuable mentor to Trubisky. Wright was their best receiver this season. Brown and Compton played well in reserve duty. Houston had four sacks in five games when he returned. Amukamara was reliable in coverage all year. McManis, Santos and Scales are all key third phase retentions.

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