Top Free Agents The Chicago Bears Should Retain
By Tooch
Sep 15, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Devin Hester (23) returns a kick during the first quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-USA TODAY Sports
SPECIAL TEAMS
Devin Hester
As I said in the stock watch this week, Hester deserves a return to the Bears next season and a shot at etching his name, and his name only, at the top of the record books. He’s done an admirable job this season as a full-time returner and has shown the burst that has made him one of the greatest returners in NFL history.
Robbie Gould
Gould has struggled lately, but remains one of the most accurate kickers in NFL history and one of the most beloved Bears in town. There is a rich free agent class of kickers coming up this offseason, but Gould should not be among those available.
Patrick Mannelly
At 38 years old, Mannelly has begun to run into small injury problems. However, he’s still reliable and has a great chemistry with Gould which should continue for years to come.