NFL Trade Rumors

Bears Bears’ recently hired DC Dennis Allen said they want to build an “attacking” defense: “We want to take the fight to the offense… [A defense] you come to expect from the Chicago Bears.” (Scott Bair) The Bears are expected to interview Tulane OL coach Dan Roushar for their OL opening on Friday, per the Bernstein & Harris Show. Matt Zenitz reports that the Bears are … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Dennis Allen, Dallas Turner, Bears, Lions, Vikings

Lions Lions DT Alim McNeill talked about what it was like to suffer a season-ending injury for the first time in his career and was adamant about attacking rehab in order to get back on the field as quickly as possible. “I had no clue what it was, but I knew it was something a little fishy about it, how it was feeling at the time,” McNeill said, via the team’s website. “As far … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Sam Darnold, Xavier McKinney, Lions, Packers, Vikings

Lions Lions C Frank Ragnow dealt with several injuries during the 2023 season, including issues with his toe, knee, calf and back. The veteran lineman recently said he ended this year the healthiest he’s “ever been.” “Comparatively, healthier than I’ve ever been,” Ragnow said, via Tim Twentyman of the team’s site. “So, that’s a blessing.” Ragnow said they are trying to channel … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Frank Ragnow, Ifeatu Melifonwu, Brian Gutekunst, Lions, Packers

Bears Brad Biggs reports the Bears are interviewing Ohio State OL coach Justin Frye for the same role in Chicago.  Biggs also notes the Bears are expected to interview Tulane OL coach Dan Roushar, who previously had a 10-year stint with the Saints.  Lions The Lions recently named Kelvin Sheppard their new defensive coordinator, promoting him from linebackers coach. Sheppard … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Kelvin Sheppard, Bears OL Coach Search, Lions, Packers

Bears When appearing on Deebo Samuel’s Cleats & Convos podcast, Bears WR Rome Odunze said he is ecstatic about HC Ben Johnson‘s arrival in Chicago.  “I think Ben is a tremendous coach and play-caller. Certified,” Odunze said. “I got to meet him at the presser and see his responses to some reporters’ questions and how he commanded the room. He seems very motivated and … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Rome Odunze, Bears, Lions, Packers Free Agents