NEWSLETTER
Bears rookies can report to training camp today.
Bring on the new guys!
• NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport called it a “riddle most fans can figure out.” But is it?
Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams have the same Instagram story up right now. pic.twitter.com/hDLE02V7fk
— Matt Schneidman (@mattschneidman) July 24, 2021
• Does this mean it’s time to re-watch The Last Dance? Are the Packers gearing up to make 2021 the new 1998? Is Aaron Rodgers off to play baseball? He has the arm action and is old enough to be a sage, mustachioed ace reliever. Will Davante Adams step into the role of 1994 Scottie Pippen, play at an MVP level without Rodgers, only to be most known for sitting out a play because it is designed for Robert Tonyan? Is Adams trying to tell us he’ll be watching Packers games from the stands drinking out of a styrofoam cup? The possibilities are endless!
• This would be fun:
https://twitter.com/PFF/status/1418949178705727495
• To me, it’s wild to read about multiple sports books believing Aaron Rodgers will be retiring this week. That whole concept feels so bonkers. But in an offseason that has been so odd, we, as football fans, need to brace for any and all possibilities. Because, while it feels like a long-shot that Rodgers would go full petty and retire this way, that it’s even a thought is kinda funny.
• Over at WGN, the Bears fan who survived a June shooting discusses his visit from Bears QB Justin Fields.
• Because road teams wear white, I don’t imagine Bears fans will see the Browns in these outfits when they travel to Cleveland in Week 3. Nevertheless, this is a sharp look:
A look at the @Browns’ 75th anniversary uniforms for this season. pic.twitter.com/DPj0GuBzOi
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) July 24, 2021
• With NFL training camps opening in full swing next week, it is worth noting that Trey Lance (Niners), Zach Wilson (Jets), and Rashawn Slater (Vikings) are the only first-round picks who don’t have their rookie contracts signed. Tick, tock.
• Considering the Bears’ future needs, this feels like a timely thing to share:
Tyler Linderbaum: #1 O-Lineman in CFB pic.twitter.com/741lyg7rXm
— PFF College (@PFF_College) July 24, 2021
• For your listening pleasure:
https://twitter.com/usaydkoshul/status/1418949295177338885
On the latest Under Center Podcast, @siafalewisnbc joins @ThatsDavis to break down a bunch of Bears topics:
• Allen Robinson's future
• Matt Nagy's play calling
• 2021 predictions
And more:https://t.co/kAHlwQR7Tn
— Bears Talk (@NBCSBears) July 23, 2021
• Louder for the folks in the back:
Someone tell me how Charles Tillman doesn’t belong in the Hall of Fame pic.twitter.com/bU6btydU9L
— Robert Schmitz (@robertkschmitz) July 24, 2021
Most arguments to keep Tillman out of the Hall ultimately revolve around how many Pro Bowls he did/didn’t go to, and I just think that’s a crock of bull.
Just because writers didn’t understand a CB forcing fumbles at the time shouldn’t penalize Tillman’s legacy.
Vote. Him. In.
— Robert Schmitz (@robertkschmitz) July 24, 2021
• Sometimes a Hall of Fame case boils down to this: Can you tell the story of football without this player? I don’t think you can tell the story of football without including Charles Tillman’s contributions. The Peanut Punch was a game-changer in real time, forcing turnovers — which we know is an important aspect of winning football. On top of that, players who have arrived since Tillman have been trying to copy his patented move for years. Years into the future when we’re old, white-haired fans reminiscing about the glorious Justin Fields days, we’ll also be telling the younglings that forced fumble was inspired by a Bears legend.
• So, I suppose that even if Tillman doesn’t make the hall, his legacy is in good hands. And yet, I think he should get Hall of Fame recognition.
• This feels encouraging:
NFL says the number of players in the COVID-19 vaccination process has reached 80%, with nine teams having 90% or more of their players in that category. https://t.co/WvAniwp21N
— AP NFL (@AP_NFL) July 23, 2021
• The Blackhawks were busy beavers on Friday:
REPORT: The Blackhawks Have Traded for (And Extended) Seth Joneshttps://t.co/vXg4pU3rdU pic.twitter.com/qAday9Mtf9
— Bleacher Nation Blackhawks (@BN_Blackhawks) July 23, 2021
The Chicago Blackhawks Select Nolan Allan in the First Round of 2021 NHL Drafthttps://t.co/sNXY9K1QPu
— Bleacher Nation Blackhawks (@BN_Blackhawks) July 24, 2021
• Eli takes a look around the NBA as its offseason gets into full gear in five days when the Draft goes on the clock:
Around the Association: Summer League Guidelines, Myles Turner Trade Talk, Philly Open to Trading Pick, Morehttps://t.co/tpfxaGvo1R
— Bleacher Nation Bulls (@BN_Bulls) July 23, 2021
