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| The Bears defense once again struggled last season, ranking 21st overall. The only thing that saved this unit was six defense/special teams touchdowns. But besides that, the Bears did little well last season. They had just 28 sacks, which was a disappointing, and allowed 22 points per game. The defense was hit by some injuries, though, which didn't help matters. A healthy Brian Urlacher for a full season would be a big boost for the Bears. The secondary does do a good job of making plays, a staple of any Lovie Smith defense. They had 22 interceptions, ranking near the top of the lead. The Bears always do a good job of causing turnovers. Devin Hester didn't have a return touchdown last season, but remains one of the best in the game. He is a home run threat every time the ball is in his hands. And Danieal Manning was very good on kick returns last season, scoring a touchdown while averaging just less than 30 yards per return.
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Even though they won't limit the yards and points as some of the top defenses in the game, the Bears still have a solid fantasy defense. They create turnovers and have a great return game. The Bears are capable of some big point totals for fantasy teams and should remain around a top 10 defense/special teams. |
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| Allen Wilson, of the Buffalo News, reports Chicago Bears FS Craig Steltz saw the majority of the time at free safety with the first-team defensive during offseason workouts. |
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| Larry Mayer, of ChicagoBears.com, reports Chicago Bears SS Craig Steltz will line up at strong safety as well as free safety during the team's minicamp. |
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| Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports Chicago Bears SS Craig Steltz (ankle) participated in practice Wednesday, Sept. 24. |
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| Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports Chicago Bears SS Craig Steltz (ankle) did not play in the team's Week 3 game because of an ankle injury. His status for Week 4 is uncertain. |
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| Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports Chicago Bears SS Craig Steltz (ankle) did not participate in practice Friday, Sept. 19. He is listed as doubtful for Week 3 and is not expected to play in the game. |
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| Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports Chicago Bears SS Craig Steltz (ankle) did not participate in practice Thursday, Sept. 18. |
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| The Chicago Bears signed S Craig Steltz to a four-year contract Monday, June 2. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. |
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| Larry Mayer, of ChicagoBears.com, reports Chicago Bears S Craig Steltz was one of the 12 team's draft picks who practiced Monday, May 19. "It was awesome having an opportunity to be behind Mike Brown and learn from someone like that about the ins and outs of being a veteran and becoming a professional," said Steltz. |
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Injury Concern.