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The Chicago Bears Top 5 Reasons for Optimism

By Jesse Tamayo

Dec 13, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bears linebacker Lamarr Houston (99) and outside linebacker Willie Young (97) celebrate after they defensive play against Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 13, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bears linebacker Lamarr Houston (99) and outside linebacker Willie Young (97) celebrate after they defensive play against Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports /
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2. Upgraded Depth Tight End

May 12, 2017; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Adam Shaheen (87) works out during rookie minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-USA TODAY SportsUpgraded Depth Tight End
May 12, 2017; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Adam Shaheen (87) works out during rookie minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-USA TODAY SportsUpgraded Depth Tight End /

TE Zach Miller was having a career year with 47 receptions in 11 games before suffering a broken foot in the loss to the Giants. This was even with the change between QBs Cutler and Hoyer. Recently he was quoted as “close” to full health. Combine his return with the addition of rookie TE Adam Shaheen who at 6-foot-6, 277 pounds absolutely dominated in Division II Ashland and we can see what looks like a nice pass catching duo at the position. Undoubtedly, there will be a transition for the rookie as far as almost every aspect of his game, however, if he can make the field he will have a chance to showcase why he set the Division II record in receptions at his position. Also, a nickname like “Baby Gronk” can’t hurt his chances either.

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