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5 Bears who need to make an impression this offseason

Bears Blog | Chicago Breaking SportsEarl Bennett, Gabe Carimi, Devin Hester among those drawing scrutinyThe Bears enter the next phase of the offseason program Monday as organized team activities begin, a prelude to a minicamp next month that will be the final preparation for training camp.    

Chicago Bears May 12, 2013

2013 NFL Draft: Bears Select Marquess Wilson with the 236th Pick Overall

Windy City Gridiron — In the seventh round, the Bears used the pick acquired when trading down in the fifth round to pick up wide receiver Marquess Wilson from Washington State. The Bears needed to acquire a speed-threat at receiver with the injury that may have ended Johnny Knox's career as well as Devin Hester's overall inability to play the position. Wilson isn't quite a speed threat - he ran a 4.51 40-yard dash - but he's certainly a talented receiver. According to CougCenter's Jeff Nusser, Wilson's talented, but the big reason why his draft stock fell so sharply is... The Cougs were coming off their w...

Chicago Bears April 27, 2013

Aaron Hester, Devin's cousin, ready to make his own name in the NFL

Inside the Bears | Chicago Sun-Times — Aaron Hester, a cornerback from UCLA, has never met his famous cousin, Bears kick returner Devin Hester. But he'd love to. And he'd also like to cover and tackle him. "I can probably guard him," a laughing Aaron Hester told...

Chicago Bears April 25, 2013

Hester focused on producing, not retiring

Chicago Bears Blog | ESPN Chicago — LAKE FOREST, Ill. -- Despite comments indicating a possible desire to retire in the wake of the firing of former head coach Lovie Smith, veteran Bears return man Devin Hester admitted Thursday his remarks came as a result of overwhelming emotion, not his true intentions. Upon hearing the news of Smith's firing back in December, Hester, clearly distraught, said, “I don't even know if I want to play again. That's been something on my mind for two years.

Chicago Bears April 18, 2013

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Devin Hester 'on the same page' with new coaching staff

Inside the Bears | Chicago Sun-Times — Bears kick returner Devin Hester, who was so upset after Lovie Smith was fired he said he was considering retirement, is on board with new coach Marc Trestman's regime and is willing to do -- or not do -- whatever...

Chicago Bears April 18, 2013

Bears special-teams coordinator Joe DeCamillis’ task? Fixing Devin Hester

Chicago Sun-Times — It’s not like Dave Toub would just wind up Devin Hester and let him go. But coaching Hester usually was the least of his concerns as the Bears’ special-teams coordinator. Joe DeCamillis isn’t so fortunate. As the Bears’ special-teams coordinator under new coach Marc Trestman, DeCamillis has inherited one of the best special-teams units in the NFL with a particularly high-profile challenge: getting Hester right again. The most productive returner in NFL history, Hester struggled through the most trying season of his sev...

Chicago Bears April 17, 2013

Bears thinking of expanding Hester's role on special teams

Bears Blog | Chicago Breaking Sports — Returner's speed could be beneficial as gunner on coverage unitsThe interesting topic the Bears haven't tackled yet is roster management if Devin Hester is going to be a return specialist and used strictly on special teams.    

Chicago Bears April 17, 2013

Hester could be special-teams 'gunner'

Bears Blog | Chicago Breaking SportsDevin Hester said he was "reenergized" with his streamlined role for the Chicago Bears on Tuesday and it’s possible he will be a part of the team’s coverage units.    

Chicago Bears April 17, 2013

Hester's special teams role could grow

Chicago Bears Blog | ESPN Chicago — LAKE FOREST, Ill. – There is a possibility Devin Hester could be asked to do more than return kicks next season for the Chicago Bears. In addition to serving as the Bears' primary return man, Hester lined up on the second-team kickoff and punt-team coverage units during the second day of the team's voluntary mini-camp. While the Bears already have a strong nucleus of special teams tacklers already on the roster, such as Blake Costanzo, Eric Weems, Zack Bowman, Sherrick McManis and Craig Steltz, special teams coach Joe DeCamillis said after the workout the Bears are evaluating Hester for an...

Chicago Bears April 17, 2013

Bears | Devin Hester could have bigger role on special teams

KFFL — Chicago Bears WR Devin Hester worked with the second-team kickoff and punt coverage teams during ...

April 17, 2013

Trestman reiterates Hester's role

CBSSports.com Fantasy — Bears coach Marc Trestman confirmed that Devin Hester will be the team's returner first, "then we'll see where it goes from there."

April 17, 2013

Devin Hester - Hester doesn't work with Chicago receivers

The Huddle — Chicago Bears WR Devin Hester did not work with the wide receivers Tuesday, April 16, during the first day of the team's voluntary minicamp. Instead, he worked all special teams plays, including kicks and punt returns. 'I love it, man,' Hester said after practice. Head coach Marc Trestman said Hester will focus on being the team's return man. Huddle Up: Hester's catches and receiving yardage have declined in each of the past 3 seasons following his career-best 57-757 campaign of 2009, and the Bears are exploring other options at WR.

April 17, 2013

Hester comfortable with no role on offense

Bears Blog | Chicago Breaking Sports — When the Chicago Bears talked about having Devin Hester focus on what he does best, they meant it.    

Chicago Bears April 16, 2013

Hester comfortable with no role on offense

Chicago Tribune — When the Chicago Bears talked about having Devin Hester focus on what he does best, they meant it.    

Chicago Bears April 16, 2013

Bears | Devin Hester doesn't work with receivers

KFFL — Chicago Bears WR Devin Hester did not work with the wide receivers Tuesday, April 16, ...

April 16, 2013

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Devin Hester Photos

  • Chicago Bears' Devin Hester works out during the NFL football team's minicamp, Tuesday, May 14, 2013, in Lake Forest, Ill The Associated Press
    Chicago Bears' Devin Hester works out during the NFL football team's minicamp, Tuesday, May 14, 2013, in Lake Forest, Ill. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
  • 2013 NFL Draft: Bears Select Marquess Wilson with the 236th Pick Overall
    In the seventh round, the Bears used the pick acquired when trading down in the fifth round to pick up wide receiver Marquess Wilson from Washington State. The Bears needed to acquire a speed-threat at receiver with the injury that may have ended Johnny Knox's career as well as Devin Hester's overall inability to play the position. Wilson isn't quite a speed threat - he ran a 4.51 40-yard dash - but he's certainly a talented receiver. According to CougCenter's Jeff Nusser, Wilson's talented, but the big reason why his draft stock fell so sharply is... The Cougs were coming off their w...
  • Chicago Bears' Devin Hester talks to reporters during NFL football minicamp at Halas Hall in Lake Forest, Ill., Thursday, April 18, 2013 The Associated Press
    Chicago Bears' Devin Hester talks to reporters during NFL football minicamp at Halas Hall in Lake Forest, Ill., Thursday, April 18, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
  • Chicago Bears' Devin Hester attends NFL football minicamp at Halas Hall in Lake Forest, Ill., Thursday, April 18, 2013 The Associated Press
    Chicago Bears' Devin Hester attends NFL football minicamp at Halas Hall in Lake Forest, Ill., Thursday, April 18, 2013. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
  • Chicago Bears' Devin Hester works during their NFL football mini-camp at Halas Hall on Tuesday, April 16, 2013, in Lake Forest, Ill The Associated Press
    Chicago Bears' Devin Hester works during their NFL football mini-camp at Halas Hall on Tuesday, April 16, 2013, in Lake Forest, Ill. (AP Photo/Jim Prisching)
  • Bears Playbook - The Resurrection of Devin Hester?
    When I broke the news to Devin Hester that the Bears had just traded up to draft WR Alshon Jeffery around this time last season, he was still fired up for what he could do on offense and welcomed the competition. One mediocre season on offense and coaching change later, and that competition got the best of him. So much so, Hester is now giving a thumbs-up to his return to "return game specialist." The final results from the Devin Hester Experiment are in: it was a failure. While Lovie Smith saying that Hester was an #1 receiver was about as reassuring as "Rex is our quarterback," the...
  • The Bears Den: April 04, 2013 - Offseason news and notes
    Larry Mayer's Chalk Talk - Larry discusses who could start at guard for the Bears this season, and if Devin Hester is participating in the voluntary offseason program. Emery attempting to close talent gap - Dan Durkin: Phil Emery wants to win now. He said it himself, and his roster moves - particularly those in the trade and free agent market - back up the rhetoric. Follow WCG on Twitter; like us on Facebook (& click on 'Subscribed to'). Click for Chicago Bears Tickets for next season... ---------- Bearsss Compromise missing in Urlacher situation - Bob LeGere: The Bears chairman d...
  • Why the San Francisco 49ers should trade for Devin Hester
    This year's NFL free agent period will officially begin next week on Tuesday, March 12. There are plenty changes abound in the Bay Area, as the San Francisco 49ers are expected to let a number of their unrestricted free agents walk outright. All-Pro safety Dashon Goldson headlines the group, but he may be just one of many. Randy Moss and Ted Ginn Jr. are two more contributors that are on their way out. This does create a need at wide receiver, and with Ginn on the chopping block, the 49ers will be minus a return specialist. When Ginn first joined the 49ers, there was the hope that he c...