The 30-something linebacker sports a bald head, has a kid-like enthusiasm for the game and is considered by some as the face of the Bears.
Brian Urlacher would rather drop the latter immediately.
"Face of the franchise? Jay Cutler," Urlacher said without hesitation.
"It doesn't matter if he wants it or not. He's got it. He's the guy. He gets to do all the interviews now, gets to handle all the tough questions. You know, I'm OK not doing any of that stuff."
Urlacher, 31 to be exact, would rather focus on rediscovering his old self, the player who struck fear in opponents with his speed, power and instincts. Kryptonite struck Superman in the form of an arthritic back, unexpected neck surgery and a sprained thumb, injuries that affected his play the last two seasons.
"I just have to be more physical at the point of attack," he said. "I've got to get more downhill. I've got to get back to where I was a few years ago when I was just downhill attacking, hitting people in the mouth -- offensive linemen, fullbacks, everybody. Continue
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