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Retirees' lawsuit against NFLPA dismissed

The Sports Network — Wed, 30 May 2012 17:27:00 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS -- A lawsuit filed by former NFL players against the NFL Players Association has been dismissed.

Miami Dolphins to star on HBO's "Hard Knocks"

Staff report — Wed, 30 May 2012 07:36:00 GMT

After an offseason of negative headlines culminating with a protest outside the team's training facility, the Miami Dolphins hope to reshape their image nationally from the inside out.

Carimi back on the field for Bears

By Vaughn McClure — Wed, 30 May 2012 03:51:00 GMT

Offensive tackle participates in first practice since injury

While running back Matt Forte remained a no-show at organized team activities, one Chicago Bears offensive player rejoined his teammates on the practice field Tuesday.

Readers Q&A: Dan Pompei's Bears mailbag

Dan Pompei — Tue, 29 May 2012 21:37:00 GMT

The Tribune's Bears columnist tackles questions on Matt Forte's knees, Jay Cutler's play-action potential and more in this week's mailbag.

The Tribune's Bears columnist tackles questions on Matt Forte's knees, Jay Cutler's play-action potential and more in this week's mailbag.

Forte wages uphill battle to disprove doubters

Tue, 29 May 2012 13:48:00 GMT

Chicago Bears running back Matt Forte sought to answer any questions about the health and durability of his knees over the weekend by posting to Twitter a video of himself pulling a sled up a hill.

Emery: Bears' Marshall has 'capacity to change'

Mon, 28 May 2012 15:33:00 GMT

SI.com reports: Bears general manager Phil Emery says his philosophy is to find players with growth potential, who make plays and who play like they love football. And in the case of controversial receiver Brandon Marshall, he believes that "people have the capacity to change.''

Lions DT Fairley arrested again

The Sports Network — Sun, 27 May 2012 17:14:00 GMT

MOBILE, Ala. -- Detroit Lions defensive tackle Nick Fairley was arrested early Sunday morning on charges of driving under the influence and attempting to elude police.

Rush lose in OT after never trailing in regulation

Sports Xchange — Sun, 27 May 2012 05:52:00 GMT

As losses go, this might have been the most bitter of the year for the Rush.

Haugh: Forte's longevity a factor in contract talks

David Haugh's In the Wake of the News — Sun, 27 May 2012 03:25:00 GMT

Bears concerned how 26-year-old running back's knees will hold up

Bears concerned how 26-year-old running back's knees will hold up.

Pompei: Tice's offense likely to resemble '02-05 Vikings

Dan Pompei — Sat, 26 May 2012 21:09:00 GMT

Minnesota loved the long ball, made ample use of tight ends when Bears coordinator was head coach

Minnesota loved the long ball, made ample use of tight ends when Bears coordinator was head coach.

HBO having trouble finding 'Hard Knocks' takers

Sports Xchange — Sat, 26 May 2012 20:58:00 GMT

HBO is expected to pick team on June 1.

18 Holes with … Hunter Hillenmeyer

Teddy Greenstein — Sat, 26 May 2012 20:41:00 GMT

Ex-Bears LB proficient on golf course too

Ex-Bears LB proficient on golf course too.

Bears LB Urlacher may test free agency after season

Sports Xchange — Sat, 26 May 2012 00:03:00 GMT

Urlacher said Friday he is considering testing the free-agent market after this season.

Bears' Wootton says he's healthy, 'ready to go'

By Brad Biggs — Fri, 25 May 2012 23:36:00 GMT

Fourth-round draft pick out of Northwestern in 2010

Fourth-round draft pick out of Northwestern in 2010.

Mitchell: Ex-Bears safety Carrier tries to understand deaths of Duerson, Seau

Fred Mitchell — Fri, 25 May 2012 23:34:00 GMT

Former safety succeeded Duerson on Bears and was college teammate of Seau

Former safety succeeded Duerson on Bears and was college teammate of Seau.

Rush looking to get back on track

By Fred Mitchell , Chicago Tribune reporter — Fri, 25 May 2012 23:15:00 GMT

Visit to San Jose chance for redemption after 34-point loss at Arizona

Coming off a 34-point loss at Arizona, the Rush hope to avoid more road woes when they visit the San Jose SaberCats on Saturday night.

Vegas odds are in: Where do Bears rank?

By Brad Biggs — Fri, 25 May 2012 14:04:00 GMT

Expectations for the Bears this coming season are revving up and the focus on the team will only grow.

Bears' Thomas can get drug charge dismissed

By Vaughn McClure , Chicago Tribune reporter — Fri, 25 May 2012 05:21:00 GMT

Linebacker must complete mandated classes before Aug. 29

Linebacker must complete mandated classes before Aug. 29.

Bush more than big bruising backup

By Vaughn McClure , Chicago Tribune reporter — Fri, 25 May 2012 02:23:00 GMT

New Bears running back should be perfect complement to Forte

It's hard for Raiders running back Darren McFadden to forget the good times he shared with Michael Bush during training camp.

Tebow used on punt protection, also throws 2 picks

The Sports Xchange — Thu, 24 May 2012 20:20:00 GMT

Mark Sanchez looks stronger and healthy, New York Jets coach Rex Ryan said. But all eyes at the Jets' first organized team activity open to the media were on the backup quarterback.

Giants' Nicks out 12 weeks with broken foot

The Sports Xchange — Thu, 24 May 2012 20:10:00 GMT

New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks broke the fifth metatarsal in his right foot during Wednesday morning's organized team activity.

Steelers' Harrison: Vilma lawsuit 'a win-win'

The Sports Xchange — Thu, 24 May 2012 17:40:00 GMT

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison says that regardless of the outcome, all NFL players stand to benefit from Jonathan Vilma's defamation lawsuit against Roger Goodell.

Bush looking forward to playoff run with Bears

By Fred Mitchell, Tribune reporter — Thu, 24 May 2012 16:05:00 GMT

With Matt Forte sitting out the Chicago Bears OTA sessions so far because of a contract stalemate, running back Michael Bush is getting more reps. But he's more than willing to share.

Williams back at left tackle

By Brad Biggs , Chicago Tribune reporter — Thu, 24 May 2012 03:02:00 GMT

Left guard could dislodge Webb in return to original position

Rules restrict any contact during offseason workouts, so it's impossible to tell where the Bears are along the offensive line.

Healthy Paea ready to fill increased role

By Brad Biggs and Vaughn McClure , Chicago Tribune reporters — Thu, 24 May 2012 02:49:00 GMT

Knee injury hampered Bears defensive tackle in rookie season

Despite being part of the defensive tackle rotation during the second half of last season, Stephen Paea never felt exactly right as a rookie, thanks to a right knee he barely could bend.