Snapping up Jared Allen a master stroke for Bears

It might seem strange to see a legendary Vikings defensive linemen rush the quarterback for a division rival, but it's hardly unprecedented. After free-agent defensive end Jared Allen signed a four-year, $32 million contract 

With the NFL owners meeting wrapping up Wednesday morning, Bears general manager Phil Emery pulled off a move that was felt from here to the Pacific Northwest, agreeing to terms with Jared Allen on a four-year contract worth $15.5 million guaranteed 

The Bears' push to revive their defense got a major boost Wednesday when the team announced it has agreed to terms on a four-year deal with former Minnesota Vikings defensive end Jared Allen. Allen, who will turn 32 in April, has 128.5 career sacks and 

In an alternate NFL timeline, losing the likes of Henry Melton, Julius Peppers and Corey Wootton in one offseason would be cause for alarm. Not here. Not for the Bears, who Wednesday signed veteran ex-Viking Jared Allen 

Jared Allen signed with the Chicago Bears, ostensibly replacing Julius Peppers on the roster. Peppers earlier signed with division rival Green Bay, so the choice between the two veterans, both whom rate in the top 20 all-time