What Five Questions Would I Ask the Chicago Bears GM Candidate…

Published: 20th Jan 12 9:26 am
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by Chicago Bear Jew
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Dennis Wierzbicki-US PRESSWIRE

The Chicago Bears have been interviewing candidates all week for their vacant position. To this point, they’ve interviewed or are planning on interviewing Tim Ruskell (Director of Player Personnel with the Bears), Jason Licht (Patriots Director of Player Personnel), Jimmy Raye (Chargers Director of Player Personnel), Phil Emory (Chiefs Director of College Scouting) and Chicago Bear Jew’s favorite Marc Ross (Giants Director of College Scouting). So I was thinking, if I could sit in on the interview process, what are some questions I would ask? Listed in bold are my questions and in italics are the answers I would like to hear. Love to hear your thoughts as well…

What is your draft philosophy? Do you take the best player available or draft for need?

I am a believer in drafting the best player available. Even if it’s an area of strength, you can never have enough great players on a roster. Team’s that draft for need always seem to not get the most value out of a pick.

Entering this offseason, what is the Bears biggest need?

The most obvious answer is wide receiver. But I actually believe safety is more important. In order for Lovie Smith’s Cover Two defense to be most effective, the safeties become essential. Chris Conte showed some promise, but the rest of the clown college of safeties would struggle in the CFL. As the Giants proved, you can find guys like Victor Cruz to play receiver in free agency. Finding a good safety seems to be a bigger challenge in the draft.

How do you smooth over the Matt Forte situation?

In any negotiation, both sides need to feel like they’ve been a little screwed over. The Bears are within their rights to Franchise Tag Forte. However, it seems that Forte isn’t satisfied with that approach. Jerry Angelo seems to have made this situation worse than it needed to be, so sitting down with Forte and coming to a compromise seems the most reasonable approach. The Franchise Option remains on the table, but it’s more important to create a collaborative relationship with Forte. It just takes each side being a bit reasonable. And my gut tells me that Angelo made this process much more difficult than it needed to be.

What will it take for the Chicago Bears to be in the Super Bowl next season?

I actually think this is much more obtainable than one thinks. If the Bears had an even average backup quarterback, they would have been in the playoffs. Moving forward, this team needs to improve team depth while addressing concerns in the secondary, receiving core and offensive line. If they’re able to do that through free agency and the draft, things will be different if there’s an injury. But it starts with bringing in players that can contribute. If you look at the teams playing this weekend for the NFC and AFC championships, a few tweaks to their rosters helped them get in this position. There’s a foundation in place with the Bears, there just need to be a few pieces added.

What are your long-term plans with Lovie Smith?

Smith is a good coach. Considering the other candidates that are available, he’s certainly as good if not better than any of the other options. That being said, he will be evaluated on a year-to-year basis. If he’s not performing, the organization will evaluate him fairly. If a change needs to be made, we will not be afraid to pull the trigger. The NFL is about staying current, and Smith needs to keep up with the times. While he’s respected by his players and peers, the Chicago Bears are the most important component here and he’ll be judged accordingly.

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11 Rants to “What Five Questions Would I Ask the Chicago Bears ...”

  1. Chicago Bear Jew says:

    I know right and I even get paid for it.

  2. Chicago Bear Jew says:

    You know what’s funny. I’m responding to you from my BMW 525xi.

    • Chicago Bear Jew says:

      See here’s the thing pal. This isn’t my day job and I’m not a reporter. I’m a blogger. And as far as comments go, I really don’t know what to say about that. But if you think you can do a better job fan of the worst choking team of all time with a 15-1 record, have at it. But until then, you’re banned from reading my blog. I’ve washed too much time with you.

      • Chicago Bear Jew says:

        You’re a total pussy and resort to swear words and insults about my sexual preference. Meanwhile when given a chance to respond like a man, you act like a little bitch. Internet tough guy, you’re not worth the words on the screen.

      • Chicago Bear Jew says:

        Calling me a “faggot” makes me question your sexuality. I’m very comfortable with mine

  3. Chicago Bear Jew says:

    That’s very true. That’s why Angelo is no longer with the bears.

  4. Luis173047 says:

    Hypekid28, I can easily say, you have no god damn life!!!!!!!! Ok I get the fact ur a packers fan but um one question, why the hell r u on a blog from ur rival, and second I’ve been following bearjews bearsheadquarters blog since I can remember it coming on my score center app last year I think and almost everything I can remember him say he ended up either being true or happen. He might be wrong once in a long while but trust me he’s good at what he does, feel bad that u have no god damn life. I can totally imagine you writing all this bullshit from the basement of ur moms house punk, and showing a game from back in 08 is pathetic to u must have way to much time on ur hands, also it’s funny how in the past two years, can’t remember to much befOre then specifically, the oh so maxing 15-1 packers barely beat the bears. Usually by like a td, almost lost to a third string qb. Do u think I made my point bearjew?

    • Chicago Bear Jew says:

      Thanks brother. I really appreciate it. Fans like him don’t really bother me too much, it’s actually fun seeing him make a total ass of himself. And I look at it this way too…if my bosses are unhappy with me, they’ll find a replacement. THis is fun and I really appreciate my true fans.

      • Chicago Bear Jew says:

        Hey fucko, I picked the Packers to beat the Bears in playoffs last season. Seriously Luis, you need to stop responding to this guy. You’re giving him what he wants.

  5. Luis173047 says:

    When I mention third string qb I’m mean the NFC championship, u guys remind me of the falcons who went 14-2 then chocked and didnt even make playoffs, lol bears made playoffs last year and would’ve this year wIth half the talent packers have and the Angelo at the helm, cutler briggs urlacher Tillman forte Melton peppers conte Gona have great season nxt year I just gota feeling

    • Chicago Bear Jew says:

      As usual, I think the Bears are being a bit ignored. With all of the key player returning next season and a few hopeful additions, the Bears should be OK. However, if they do not address safety and receiver, they’re in trouble

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