suntimes.com - 8/8/2008
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Mike Mulligan: Never mind the cynicism of the media, a press box full of NFL scouts also were looking askew at the Bears following the team's announcement Thursday night that first-round draft pick Chris Williams underwent surgery to repair a herniated disc.
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Did the Bears Make a Mistake Drafting Chris Williams?
Windy City Gridiron —
... That sounds fair and is a decent enough justification, but in light of Williams back problems in only the second day of training camp and his subsequent surgery it brings up some questions. Williams was known to have back issues. The Bears claim that this was not a preexisting injury, but some scouts in attendance at the KC game disagree. ...
PM Roundup: Friday Sing-Along?
The Big Lead —
... each other. (My Damn Channel)
US boxer, Gary Russell Jr., collapsed while trying to make weight and will miss the Olympics. (Yahoo!)
Remember when golfer, Tripp Isenhour killed a bird from 75 yards away with a golf ball? Well, he’s close to entering a plea in the case. (Orlando Sentinel)
The interlocking SC logo belongs to USC. (The Digitel)
Bears’ top draft pick has back problems. (Chicago Sun-Times)
An interview with the guy who played “Ron,” ...
WILLIAMS OUT UNTIL NOVEMBER, AT LEAST!
Docksquad Sports —
... and here talking about the injury. They pretty much cover everything I feel about this injury. Also, if I write about this injury, I might end up breaking my computer, so I will take a pass on it. ...
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