Julius Peppers

Julius Peppers

• Carolina LB Kuechly is top rookie

  Linebacker Luke Kuechly, Carolina's tackling machine, has won the Associated Press 2012 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year award. Kuechly, a first-round ... 

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  Bears fire coach Lovie Smith after 9 seasons

  The Chicago Bears reached the Super Bowl under coach Lovie Smith and consistently boasted a formidable defense. However, they missed the playoffs too ... 

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  Bears miss playoffs despite 26-24 win over Lions

  Jay Cutler led the Chicago Bears to victory, then uttered three words that must have felt awkward coming out of his mouth. "Go Pack Go," he said. 

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  Peterson gets Vikings out quick in win over Bears

  The Metrodome roof held up just fine during Minnesota's latest heavy snowstorm. It's the Chicago Bears who seem to be collapsing under the weight of ... 

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  Cutler sharp as Bears beat Vikings, 28-10

  Even a lopsided win was painful for the Chicago Bears. They got Jay Cutler back after missing a game with a concussion, only to lose three more stars ...