Hunter Out for Season...

[waldo7239117]

The placed LB Hunter Hillenmeyer on IR today because of a concussion. Hunter could retire because of conucussions. It's not his first.

Thoughts?

Also, the Bears are expected to bring in 4 LB for workouts:

Twitter / Brad Biggs: The #Bears brought in 4 li ...

 

[Scoot26]

Hmmm..on Sunday they said Hunter left the game because of "illness"..

 

[ClydeLee]

Pretty awkward coming out of the blue, but I don't think it's a major loss. As long as they don't have major injuries... I know all the Shaw supporters will be pissed they didn't keep him and cut Hunter now. He was on radio stations saying how he was feeling better this morning.

I don't know that Kevin Malast signed with anyone even on a practice squad, I don't know why he wouldn't get a shot to be picked up... they still didn't fill that 8th practice squad spot either I believe.

One thing to note he has been a big contributor in the player association and has agreed to have his brain one for medical study.

 

[waldo7239117]

Hmmm..on Sunday they said Hunter left the game because of "illness"..

Yeah they did and the "illness" was concussion like symptons. I think.

 

[Rush]

I hate to say this....but good.

I've never really been a fan of Hunter Hillenmeyer. I think we've kept him around "hoping" he could turn into Urlacher's replacement but the guy just isnt' good enough. I hope his health is ok but I could care less if he plays another down.

 

[waldo7239117]

I predicted right...Hunter out because of symptoms from concussion(s):

Twitter / Brad Biggs: #Bears confirm what we rep ...

 

[RandallPinkFloyd42]

The guy always worked his ass off. Great fourth linebacker in a 4-3. Rumors he could retire because of this.

 

[Scoot26]

I hate to say this....but good.

I've never really been a fan of Hunter Hillenmeyer. I think we've kept him around "hoping" he could turn into Urlacher's replacement but the guy just isnt' good enough. I hope his health is ok but I could care less if he plays another down.

Not exactly Urlachers replacement when you're only 3 years younger than Urlacher. Urlacher's replacement needs to be someone they draft in next years draft in my opinion.

Hillenmeyer to me was a serviceable outside linebacker. He sucked at the MLB last year minus a game or two. However for depth this kinda sucks. Linebacker is very injury prone on this team...

 

[DMelt36]

Always liked Hunter and thought he was a very smart player, but he often wasn't physical enough to be a stud LB in the NFL. I think this spells the end of his tenure in Chicago, retirement or not.

Slightly ironic that he falls victim to a concussion injury, considering he's been an advocate of the NFLPA's movement in concussion research.

 

[USCChiFan]

Kevin Malast is likely gonna be signed to take Hillenmeyer's spot on the roster

 

[Capt. Serious]

I just hope Hilly can live a normal life.

Concussion's aren't a game.

 

[waldo7239117]

Kevin Malast is likely gonna be signed to take Hillenmeyer's spot on the roster

He reportedly had a workout with the Rams and it was said to be good. However, the Rams never made an offer.

 

[ClydeLee]

If they do sign Malast, I wonder if any other linebackers they are gonna work out could be signed to the practice squad, the 8th spot is still open.

 

[waldo7239117]

Bears eyeing EX-Bear LB Rod Wilson to replace Hunter....thoughts?

Bears eyeing Rod Wilson to replace Hillenmeyer - Chicago Breaking Sports

 

[ClydeLee]

Thoughts: SPECIAL TEAMS BONUS!

followed by, Has he played since he was cut before the 08 year?

 

[X]

I hate to say this....but good.

I've never really been a fan of Hunter Hillenmeyer. I think we've kept him around "hoping" he could turn into Urlacher's replacement but the guy just isnt' good enough. I hope his health is ok but I could care less if he plays another down.

You serious clark?

Hunter's never been groomed to be Urlacher's replacement, imo...just kept around b/c he's a solid back-up. He's one of the smartest guys on the team, keeps his mouth shut, and does what he's told, every time. I understand that what he gains in knowledge he lacks in athleticism, but the dude is a professional, absolutely.

God knows we sure as hell won't find a better backup MLB this season.

 

[Wakacha]

Bears eyeing EX-Bear LB Rod Wilson to replace Hunter....thoughts?

Bears eyeing Rod Wilson to replace Hillenmeyer - Chicago Breaking Sports

Wilson is official Bears sign linebacker Wilson - Chicago Bears Blog - ESPN Chicago