Vincent Jackson WR:
San Diego decided against putting the tag on Jackson. Their loss needs to be the Bears gain. Jackson is the big target that Jay Cutler would love and would add some credibility to the receiving core. Dwayne Bowe was my #1 target but the Chiefs tagged him right before the deadline and would cost Two 1st round draft picks a price a bit too steep.
Mario Williams DE/LB:
Admittedly this may be a bit of a pipe dream because of the dollars he will command. But if you are going to dream, dream big. Williams and Peppers on the same d-line would be a nightmare for other teams and a dream come true for the Bears and their fans. This move would make everyone on the line better. Not to mention make life a whole lot easier on the secondary.
Brandon Carr CB:
With the Chiefs putting the tag on Bowe that leaves the door open for Brandon Carr. While corner back is a big need for the Bears right now and Carr probably being the best one available, I would not hold my breath that the Bears make a play on him. First they have the philosophy that with the cover two you do not need shut down corners and secondly they may not want that much invested into the corner back spot. That being said it would make the Bears one of the best cover teams in football, something that should not be overlooked.
These are the top three names I would love to see play for the Bears next season. Now there is a second and third tier that the Bears will pick people up but, those will be later in free agency. Don't be surprised to see the Bears going after a tight end or another receiver in the lesser groups either. A name I am sure you noticed was left off is Mike Wallace the wide out from Pittsburgh. Wallace was tendered and would cost a first round pick a price I am not sure the Bears are willing to pay. With the little knowledge I have of Phil Emery he seems to be more build the team through the draft, so I don't see them making a move like that. Speaking of the second tier guys don't be surprised if the Bears kick Marques Colston's tires. That move I support only as a number 2 guy though.
Lots to consider in the up coming weeks with free agency set to begin in a couple of weeks it will be interesting to see what the Bears do. Lets hope they make a splash and not a pebble drop.
BEAR DOWN
