[bears9]

LAKE FOREST, Ill. – The Bears see Devin Hester as more than just the greatest return specialist who ever lived.
With receiver Muhsin Muhammad already out the door and fellow starter Bernard Berrian possibly exiting via free agency, Hester’s role on offense is expected to expand in 2008—and that’s just fine with him.


“I think it’s a good idea,” Hester said. “It gives me an opportunity to get my hands on the ball a little more, and that’s part of my talent.”

That cannot be disputed. After setting an NFL record with five kick return touchdowns as a rookie in 2006, Hester eclipsed the mark with six in 2007. His 11 TDs in 32 career games are just two short of the league record held by Brian Mitchell, who appeared in 223 contests.

After playing cornerback as a rookie, Hester displayed his game-breaking abilities on offense in 2007. He caught 20 passes for 299 yards including TDs of 81 yards against the Minnesota Vikings and 55 yards versus the New Orleans Saints, both at Soldier Field.

Hester sees himself competing for starting WR job - Chicago Bears

[Lefty Noob]

Well, that would sure be a cost-effective way of replacing Muhammad. But is Hester ready for that kind of role?

[bears9]

Originally Posted by Lefty Noob

Well, that would sure be a cost-effective way of replacing Muhammad. But is Hester ready for that kind of role?

It'll take a lot of work for him to be the main man at receiver, all we've him do there is streaks, reverses, and a few bubble screens. But who knows.

[Weird harold]

I see myself as the next quarterback, but it ain't gonna happen.

[Gotham Dark Knight]

Originally Posted by Lefty Noob

Well, that would sure be a cost-effective way of replacing Muhammad. But is Hester ready for that kind of role?

No...he is not a starter that way...he'll get killed...this is a specialist...a game changing specialist...he needs to be handled with care.

[Seahawker 562]

About time they put him to better use.

[Gotham Dark Knight]

Originally Posted by Seahawker 562

About time they put him to better use.

See, I just don't think he can take the pounding on an every day basis...he is what he is...the best return man in history...with some freaky change of speed...never seen someone hit top speed that quick.

[Lefty Noob]

Originally Posted by Gotham Dark Knight

No...he is not a starter that way...he'll get killed...this is a specialist...a game changing specialist...he needs to be handled with care.

That's my gut feeling too, but a lot of guys have managed to handle regular play and return duties at the same time. Maybe he can too.