ya_boi_j 67,761 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 I don’t even know why they wasted their time writing this only to write it off as improbable but oh well https://247sports.com/nfl/chicago-bears/Article/Bears-trade-Vic-Beasley-ideal-scenario-128880767/Amp/ The offseason is the perfect time to think outside of the box a little bit. Bleacher Report's Brad Gagnon did just that when he wrote up some offseason trade scenarios for every team in the NFL. One of the more surprising scenarios he laid out was one for the Chicago Bears in which they would acquire former first-round pick Vic Beasley from the Atlanta Falcons. "It's possible a change of scenery would be best for Beasley as he enters a contract year at the age of 27, and his $12.8 million walk-year cap hit wouldn't cripple a Bears team that has limited salary-cap space," Gagnon wrote. "Sure would be interesting to see him in a lower-pressure role with Mack and several other high-impact front-seven defenders leading the way in Chicago. The short-term gamble makes sense for the win-now Bears." Taken one pick behind Bears wideout Kevin White in the first round of the 2015 NFL Draft, Beasley has had an up-and-down NFL career. He started all 16 games as a rookie and ended that season with 26 tackles, four sacks, three pass deflections, one interception and two forced fumbles. He burst out on his second year for the Falcons, recording 39 tackles, 15.5 sacks, two pass deflections and six forced fumbles en route to being named a Pro Bowl. Beasley played in 14 games in 2017 and recorded 29 tackles, five sacks, two pass deflections and one forced fumble. He capped off this past season with 20 tackles, five sacks and three pass deflections. Atlanta previously picked up his fifth-year option so he is set to earn $12.8 million this upcoming season. Gagnon does not seem to think that money would be too much for the Bears, but their cap space would suggest otherwise. Spotrac.com has the Bears at just $9,373,935 in cap space. That number will likely increase with a few adjustments to the roster, but Chicago still has decisions to make on nickelback Bryce Callahan and strong safety Adrian Amos in free agency. The only teams listed with less cap space are the New Orleans Saints, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Minnesota Vikings, Philadelphia Eagles and Jacksonville Jaguars. Gagnon suggests it would take just a third-round pick to acquire Beasley. Since the Bears do not have a first- or second-round pick it also seems unlikely they would give up the chance to make a selection on Day 2. What also makes this trade improbable is the Bears already have a young pass-rusher opposite of Mack who they like in Leonard Floyd. The former first-round pick came into his own in the second half of the season for Chicago. He is versatile enough to drop in coverage and showed an ability to apply consistent pressure as the season went on in 2018. Every team in the NFL would love another pass-rusher, but there is nothing about Gagnon's proposed deal that would make sense for Chicago. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NeonDeion 5,922 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 At least we didn’t pick Kevin White LMAO Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ya_boi_j 67,761 Posted February 9, 2019 Author Share Posted February 9, 2019 Just now, NeonDeion said: At least we didn’t pick Kevin White LMAO This is true Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AtlantaFanatic 5,246 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 The bears have 9 mil in cap space, no 1st or 2nd round pick, and a QB on his rookie deal? Ouch. Then to suggest that they would cut some guys and spend all their cap space and their 3rd round pick to obtain him is even more ludicrous. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Atl Falcon 4,153 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 Hello yell trade him for a 3rd....run to the bank now Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DonOfThemBirds 19,258 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 17 minutes ago, NeonDeion said: At least we didn’t pick Kevin White LMAO Kevin White????? Wasn't he supposed to be the next Julio??????????? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Francis York Morgan 25,647 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 Wouldn't be surprised if we try to trade him, but I think a team with more space that needs pass rush help would be more likely, esp in the AFC...some teams I'm looking at are the Steelers, Colts, Jets, and possibly the Browns. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TheFalcoholic 4,067 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 There was a report during the season that the Falcons turned down offers for Beasley at the trade deadline. I don’t have a link, someone showed me on here. Seems like the team wants him. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hjerry 26,682 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 5 minutes ago, TheFalcoholic said: There was a report during the season that the Falcons turned down offers for Beasley at the trade deadline. I don’t have a link, someone showed me on here. Seems like the team wants him. or they just value him more than was being offered, and at that exact moment... The fact that they fielded offers at all, says they'd be willing, and now that they season's over, offers will be different Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sponge 20,884 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 I'd keep him before trading him for a 3rd. I'd like to see him with Irvin for a full year tbh. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NeonDeion 5,922 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 55 minutes ago, DawnOfThemBirds said: Kevin White????? Wasn't he supposed to be the next Julio??????????? He was supposed to be good but I never heard anyone say that. Julio and AJ were both considered future All-Pros. That’s pretty rare hype Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DonOfThemBirds 19,258 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 2 hours ago, NeonDeion said: He was supposed to be good but I never heard anyone say that. Julio and AJ were both considered future All-Pros. That’s pretty rare hype I remember a few draft analysts compaired him to Julio when he was coming out due to his size, strength, and speed. NFL Network's draft expert Daniel Jeremiah was one of them. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ya_boi_j 67,761 Posted February 9, 2019 Author Share Posted February 9, 2019 3 hours ago, DawnOfThemBirds said: Kevin White????? Wasn't he supposed to be the next Julio??????????? Nooooooooo. That’s Sammy Watkins Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ATL_Buff 200 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 He will be restructured most likely a 3 year deal.. I doubt a player with his talent leaves this team. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Smiler11 6,295 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 I think he has some trade value, but the bears don't make much sense. Someone like the Raiders who are in need of pass rushers and have a ton of cap space would make more sense. Still think we end up keeping him. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hurry_Up_And_Buy 447 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 If he could be packaged into a draft day trade I'd be curious. Trade-down or trade-up + Beasely would leverage his value a bit I would think. Me personally I'd prefer a trade-down in the attempt of picking up at least two additional 2nd day prospects to go along with the two we already have. That would makes sense plus reinforce our willingness to get better as a team by any means even sacrificing future usage of certain football stars... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
metatron360 349 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 We were offered a 3rd earlier in the year so Beasley isn't going anywhere this year. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shock 2,290 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 I wouldn’t take less than a top 40 pick for him honestly. And I’ve soured on the guy too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Panda 180 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 16 hours ago, NeonDeion said: At least we didn’t pick Kevin White LMAO The Bears beat us to the punch lol. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HASHBROWN3 17,822 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 The article goes full circle giving us the possibility, then listing the reasons it didn’t make sense. I think a top 40-60 range pick makes more sense & a possible swapping of picks that would improve our slot into the top 13 in that round or the next if possible. Ultimately, we keep him unless he thinks he’ll be worth more on the market. We’ll be pressing he & his agent really hard in the coming weeks in order to get a true measure of their interest. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kiwifalcon 19,794 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 11 hours ago, tywreezy33 said: He will be restructured most likely a 3 year deal.. I doubt a player with his talent leaves this team. Ultimately I’m on this line of thinking to. My only caveat is if his agent goes ham and wants bank then I’m entertaining whatever the trade market is for him. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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