Nichols - 313lbs 6'3"... He's gotten bigger!
some guys don’t realize the major negative impact this front line, LBs, and defense are going to feel with the loss of Goldman.
Reminds me of losing of losing Hicks. This defense has little depth.
Yeah, losing Hicks sunk the Bears last year. He was the tipping point to 8-8 rather than 10-6.
I wouldn't say the Bears have little depth. Bears had excellent depth before Goldman opted out. Now, I would say Bears have at least avg depth.
NT
NT -
John Jenkins - 327lbs 6'3" is a decent vet, although getting older (31). Last year he was rotational, 16 games, about 2 Tackles a game, 1 Sack, 1 PD. I expect the Bears would love if he can take the loins share of 1st/2nd downs.
Nichols - 313lbs 6'3" Has the strength to be an effective NT, but not the 320 size you want for a 3-4 NT.
Urban - 300lbs 6'7". He's a solid DE, and can likely hold his ground, but I wouldn't expect a playmaker.
Anderson - 297lbs 6'3". Anderson has continued to improve, hasn't been a liability. I could see him taking another step and hold his own.
DL Depth, we also have Roy Robinson-Harris.