Chicago Bears: Al Afalavadingdong

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Published: August 17, 2009

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... about Al Afalava, but this is probably the biggest question on my mind right now.

Why is our sixth round draft pick slated at the starting FS spot over Craig Steltz?

Steltz was being talked about as if he were strides ahead of last season.  The Bears did not bring in an experienced veteran to take over the position, therefore I would have to think they are very comfortable with who they have back there, but this just takes the cake.

Afalava didn't even practice as much as he should; he was finishing classes at Oregon State University when the OTAs were taking place.  He was turning heads in training camp, he was making plays, but I didn't realize it was to the extent it was.

I understand Daniel Manning was injured and maybe that had something to do with it, but that can't be all of it.  Manning was supposed to be a reserve safety and the starting nickle back. 

Steltz was supposed to be challenged by Corey Graham.  I ...

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