So the Bears have solved their running back problems… or have they? They traded Thomas Jones to the Jets Monday for the 37th overall pick in the draft. There are a couple of takeaways from this.
The Bears believe in Cedric Benson. He definitely came on strong last season as he gained more carries as the season progressed.
- Is he the man to step in and carry the ball 25 times a game for the Bears?
- No. I don’t think he is durable enough to carry the ball 400 times in 2007 - Does he have the drive and the passion that you want in a running back?
- No. He has repeatedly shown that he doesn’t like competition. He held out when he was a rookie. He repeatedly complained about his relationship with Jones. He wanted the starting job handed to him. - Is Adrian Petersen a suitable backup?
- No. He is however a great 3rd option and special teams player. If Benson goes down with an injury the Bears are in deep trouble at the running back position.
They value the 37th pick in the draft more than a starting running back. I understand that teams are hesitant to give up a first round pick, but a starting running back for a Super Bowl team who gained 1,210 yards and six touchdowns seems like he would garner a little more than the 37th pick.
I could be wrong. For the most part I trust Jerry Angelo at the draft. But if he selects some buster tight end who can’t catch with the 37th pick, I have a huge problem with this deal. If they pick up a solid number 2 WR to replace Muhsin Muhamad, or a ass-kicking strong safety I couldn’t be happier. Which will it be?
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