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As legacy wobbles, Urlacher forced to compromise
As legacy wobbles, Urlacher forced to compromise
Jay Mariotti: He isn't Butkus. He isn't Singletary. Which means he isn't a legend -- nor will he ever be. Brian Urlacher is a joystick attacker and tireless maker of TV ads at a time when fast and sleek sells, all the more convenient when he's the star of middle linebacker theater in Chicago. But to suggest he's an all-time great is to ignore his performance dips and off-field warts.
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Black and Blue all over: Bears maintain faith in Urlacher
ESPN.com - NFL Nation Blog — ... The Bears came to the aid of Urlacher's "wobbling image" by giving him "an unnecessary contractual bump," writes Jay Mariotti of the Chicago Sun-Times. Urlacher wanted much more money but realized this was the best he could do under the circumstances. ...

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