THE PACE WAY
That was first hinted at when they drafted Kevin White two years ago. The former seventh overall pick flashed his considerable playmaking ability early last year but continues to suffer injury setback. Along with ascending former undrafted free agent Cameron Meredith, they’ll be expected to help fill the void Jeffery leaves behind. Along with whomever Pace decides to bring in as a replacement.
It’s not entirely insane to think about. If healthy White showed he can play at the NFL level, and Meredith had 888 yards in his second year. Together with Jordan Howard at running back this team isn’t totally devoid of weapons. They have loads of cap space and high draft position. So the odds of finding one or two quality weapons for the offense are very possible. If nothing else this proves once again that Pace is a bottom line guy.
Players he didn’t add to the roster himself need to pass the eye test for him, both on and off the field. In spite of his considerable talent, Jeffery has failed on both accounts. With this news the Bears are stating quite clearly that another team can feel free to overpay for him. They’ll take their chances elsewhere.
