u/busstamove14 — reddlx

[Clay Harbor on X]: CAMP PRACTICE TAKEAWAYS

Long, physical practice at Halas Hall. The Bears mixed the groups throughout several reps with the first-team offense against the second and third-team defense. Love to see it. See how players do against better competition and you get to see different styles of players.

JP Richardson and Kaden Davis had huge days. Richardson consistently created separation, caught multiple passes with the ones and capped practice with a 30-plus-yard touchdown. Davis made several plays including two-minute period against the starting defense. This kid is legit.

Kalif Raymond continues to impress. He had two early catches, added another during two-minute and made the play of the day between Dillon Thieneman and Devin Bush.

Braxton Jones looked solid at left tackle. He locked down Austin Booker during team work and anchored against Montez Sweat’s bull rush in one-on-ones.

Theo Benedet had several physical blocks against Neville Gallimore and Daniel Hardy. He briefly got banged up but stayed in practice. Booker beat him badly with a speed rush on his first rep back. Overall looked like a good day.

Jedrick Wills had clean sets with both the threes and twos. Kiran Amegadjie got work at right tackle and handled Jamree Kromah on a couple reps his footwork still looked a little uneven on the right.

Darnell Wright completely erased Kromah when the starters faced the backups. Kromah couldn’t move him an inch.

Jayden Loving beat Logan Jones badly on consecutive one-on-one reps. Jones responded by taking a swing, causing a brief scuffle. The coaches mostly laughed, and the two hugged it out seconds later. Two 1 on one period for jones.

Dayo Odeyingbo had multiple strong one-on-one reps, including a win against Kiran. James Lynch also flashed in 1 on 1s.

Colston Loveland showed some pop as a blocker during nine-on-seven and later broke open during a scramble drill for a TD from Caleb.

Caleb had two overthrows and put a perfectly placed ball into the end zone that was dropped by Rome Odunze.

Maurice Alexander ran an excellent red-zone route during one-on-ones. Jahdae Walker also made a strong catch against Jaylon Johnson during team work.

Sam Roush lined up outside and made a nice catch during seven-on-seven. Had a couple grabs. Got beat badly in a special teams one on on drill a couple times.

D’Andre Swift’s strong camp continues. He looked quick and decisive, showed good vision and finished runs with some physicality. Brittain Brown also delivered back-to-back powerful runs.

Tyson Bagent did not practice after suffering a hamstring injury against Cleveland. His status for Saturday’s game.

Good day of work. We’re on to Cincinnati. #DaBears #Bears #ChicagoBears

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u/busstamove14 — 2 days ago

▲ 1 r/AirConditioners

Why does the A/C keep tripping the breaker?

Is the marking around the screw on the left indicate overheating? The wire is definitely getting warm when the A/C is on and it trips when it's hot out and the A/C is working overtime. Is this something I can easily replace myself? Any tips or videos on how to do that? Thanks for your help!

u/busstamove14 — 9 days ago

▲ 5 r/runningshoes

Initial thoughts and shoe reviews for all of those taller runners out there.

About Me:

34M
Height: 6'9" (206cm)
Weight: 230lb (104kg)
Shoe Size: 15, regular width
Heel Striker
Cadence: Easy - 150-155spm, Tempo - 160-165spm
5k: 21:58
10k: 47:48
Average Weekly Mileage: 20 miles per week
Background: Former high school cross country runner (PR was 17:13), Former D1 & pro basketball player

I've been getting into triathlon training this year with 2 triathlons (olympic distance) on the books for August and this has been my first foray back into running in quite a few years and running shoe tech has obviously evolved quite a bit since I took running seriously back in high school. I used to run in Nike Frees (2009-10) and loved them for XC training but my body has taken quite a toll since then and I've since been geeking out over running shoes. My only issue is that most running stores don't have my size so trying on shoes is difficult. The other difficulty is that most reviewers are smaller and lighter than myself and it's hard to take things at face value. Although I'm relatively lean for my height, to a shoe, weight is weight.

So instead I decided to spend hundreds of dollars to order 7 different shoes from Amazon to try on essentially looking for 2 shoes; a daily trainer/recovery shoe and a tempo/race shoe. I don't want much more than that because with triathlon I don't spend quite as much time running as someone who runs full time. So I read an unbelievable amount of reviews and ordered these shoes to test out (trying to stay within a budget and obviously limited to models that come in 15 which rules out the Superblast 2 and Megablast). Here is the list, the price I got them at (USD) and my thoughts after initially trying them on:

- Puma Velocity Nitro 4 ($140): Really liked the foam feel, great responsiveness but the fit was not great. It doesn't feel like they make the shoe any wider when the sizes go up, the shoe just gets longer.

- Adidas Boston 13 ($144): Found out that these run small. Toes were up against the end so it was a no-go from the start. They were firm but I'm heavy enough to compress the foam and I did like the feel but I didn't want to try and find a 16.

- Asics Novablast 5 ($129): Felt very wide on my foot but unbelievably comfortable. These have been reviewed by everyone and their sister so I won't go into too much detail but the foam just makes my legs feel fantastic.

- Asics Sonicblast ($110): Incredible fit for me, like it was made for my foot. Wonderful room in the toebox and the foam felt perfect. Honestly can't believe how much I love this shoe especially for the price I got them at. They're currently on sale for $99 and I'm gonna order another pair.

- Asics Magic Speed 4 ($140): Love how light these are, they feel fast from the moment you put them on. Unfortunately the heel is really tight and I knew it was going to be a problem on longer runs so they had to be DQ'd.

- Mizuno Neo Zen ($115): Ordered these in 14 because they don't make a 15 and I read they run long. They actually fit really well. The upper feels fantastic essentially like a sock with a sole attached but I found that I absolutely hate pillowy soft shoes like these. Being a heel striker I felt like I just sunk into these and lost all my energy and my knees were not happy with the instability.

- Adidas Supernova Rise 2 ($75): These are obviously a lower end model but they were at a great price and liked what I read about their stability and energy return. They are firm and not quite fun to run in but the upper fit my foot really well and have a ton of room in the toe box.

- Nike Vomero Plus ($180) - I did actually get to try these in store at the local Scheels and really liked everything about them outside of how huge they looked on my foot. Unfortunately I just couldn't stomach the price knowing I wasn't going to wear these for everything and wanted a second pair.

Out of all of these shoes I tried I hypocritically decided to go with three pairs. I went with the Novablast 5 for my easy/recovery runs, the Sonicblast for tempo/race day and the Supernova Rise 2 for a couple of different things. One reason was to have a shoe more for daily walking around and for some shorter easy runs to keep my knees honest as I can get some knee soreness when running in softer shoes. I will also say these feel pretty similar at a variety of different temps. I've taken them down to 8:00/mile all the way to 10:30/mile and they do fine. Just don't expect your legs to be protected at all as they will be good for that initial muscle building phase of running.

The Novablast 5s feel great and I have been able to use them at quite a few different tempos but the only thing I will note is that they seem to lose any bounciness pretty quickly. Anything between 3 and 5 miles and my feet start to hurt a little bit because it feels like I've beat the softness out of them kind of like laying on a memory foam mattress for too long. I also like using these as a walking shoe when my legs are spent.

I do want to note the Sonicblasts as I think they are an incredible shoe and I absolutely love them. I've taken them all the way down to about a 6:30/mile pace and they just glide. They make an 8:30 pace feel as easy as a 9:30 pace in the Novablasts. Even though the stack is really high (45mm) they still feel stable. If you are a heavier heel striker that doesn't have a wide foot, these are worth a try. I ran a 10k in them this last weekend and my feel felt so good the entire time, the cushioning is perfect. I'm going to order another pair while they're on sale and at that price ($99).

Cheers to all the tall runners out there!

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u/busstamove14 — 2 months ago

▲ 70 r/CHIBears

Outlet	Grade	Write-up
CBS Sports	B- (2.7)	Best Pick: It was their first one. Safety Dillon Thieneman will be a big-time player for their defense. Caleb Downs was the best safety in the class, but this kid was right there with him in my book. Worst Pick: I didn't like the pick of tight end Sam Roush in the third. Why not take a pass rusher? I know they use 13 personnel a lot, but they had bigger needs. The Skinny: I liked their first-round pick, but didn't love what they did with their next three. The offense was a priority in the draft, even if the defense was an issue last year. The defensive line was not addressed in the first six picks.
ESPN	B (3.0)	Chicago was the only NFL team to not draft a defensive player in Round 1 between 2019 and 2025. It made five Day 1 selections over that span, and all of them played offense -- including two QB picks. The good news? It eventually worked. The Bears were top 10 in offensive points per game (25.1), yards per play (5.7) and EPA (68.3) last season. The first-rounders cooked. Quarterback Caleb Williams broke out and showed some of the generational talent we saw when he was coming out of USC in 2024. Receiver Rome Odunze and tight end Colston Loveland were major players of the passing game, and right tackle Darnell Wright was steady in protection. The bad news? The defense lagged behind a little, held up by an unsustainable penchant for creating turnovers (33, most in the NFL). Chicago managed just 35 sacks (tied for 22nd) without an edge-rush running mate for Montez Sweat, and opponents averaged 5.0 yards per run (29th). The Bears changed out Tremaine Edmunds for Devin Bush in free agency, and the secondary took a big hit with multiple starters heading elsewhere. Time for a first-round change, even if this Day 1 selection was much later than Chicago had become accustomed to picking. Dillon Thieneman was a great get at No. 25. Coordinator Dennis Allen can move him all over the place -- deep safety, in the box, out wide, over the slot. He's an instinctive player who had a six-interception season in 2023 while still at Purdue (before transferring to Oregon), and he should help make up for some of the on-ball production lost in the free agency exodus in the secondary. The rest of the class was slightly up and down. Logan Jones -- my top-ranked center -- looks like the perfect Drew Dalman replacement. Yes, the Bears traded for Garrett Bradbury, but I wanted to see Chicago make a long-term move there, and Jones is already essentially a seasoned pro with 51 career starts. At receiver, general manager Ryan Poles went down the board a little bit for Zavion Thomas; he was a clear Day 3 guy. Potentially most important in all of this is Chicago not looking at edge rusher or defensive tackle until Jordan van den Berg at No. 213. Chicago needed someone opposite Sweat and didn't get it, and while I heard some Day 3 sleeper love for van den Berg, he's a depth guy.
Yahoo Sports	B (3.0)	Here's why: The positions the Bears addressed all made sense, even if none of the picks had me standing up and applauding. Dillon Thieneman now joins new free-agent signing Coby Bryant to form a talented backend duo that defensive coordinator Dennis Allen will have a field day in using all over the place. Logan Jones is a classic undersized but quick center who is tough and athletic. He’s a center-only player, so his lack of flexibility is a luxury this year until he takes over for Garrett Bradbury, but he is an excellent fit for a zone-heavy running scheme like the one that Ben Johnson likes to employ and can, finally, give the Bears a long-term center option. Zavion Thomas is a dynamic returner and big-play threat who can give Johnson his new version of a Kalif Raymond (who is on the Bears’ roster, of course). Malik Muhammad has starter potential, with his feel for routes making him dangerous in Allen’s trapping blitz looks. Jordan van den Berg is an athletic dart throw and Keyshaun Elliott is a smart, hardworking player with size who could end up starting in the middle — even with his lack of high-end coverage ability. This class grew on me a bit. Most interesting pick: Sam Roush, TE, Stanford Colston Loveland is a future star and Cole Kmet is still on the roster, but Johnson sought to add another tight end who can hold his own in-line and have some athletic chops to boot. Roush has good size (but short arms) and tested very well this spring. He’s a willing blocker who can have trouble sustaining because of his lack of length, but being a valid enough blocker and athlete will keep formation and personnel options open for Johnson and the Bears to exploit. Not many teams can validly say that they have three tight ends who can block and aren’t total stiffs when running routes.
NFL	A- (3.7)	Thieneman is an easy fit with the Bears in the first round, because his athleticism, toughness and versatility will fill a hole in the secondary left by departed free agent Kevin Byard. Chicago picked the best center in the draft in Round 2; Jones should remind fans of prior starter Drew Dalman. The trade of veteran receiver DJ Moore to Buffalo puts pressure on 2025 second-round pick Luther Burden III and Thomas, a surprising third-round choice, to replace that production. Roush was a good value in Round 3 as a future starter with solid receiving and blocking skills. Muhammad's athleticism and toughness made him a steal in Round 4. Selecting Elliott made sense for the Bears since 2023 fifth-round pick Noah Sewell is recovering from a torn Achilles. Van den Berg, a native of South Africa, is an excellent athlete and meets the team’s need for defensive line depth. The Bears did not use any picks on edge rushers or offensive tackles this year despite their needs at those positions.
NBC Sports	B (3.0)	I only have two issues with this draft: I wish the Bears came out of it with a stout run defending presence and taking a player I viewed as a returner (a very good returner) in the top 100 feels rich. Now let’s get into the fun. I cannot wait to watch the safety duo of Dillon Thieneman and Coby Bryant. They will bring range, ball skills and overall playmaking to the back end of that unit. Logan Jones was built to run block for Ben Johnson, bringing them a four-year starter and an above-average athlete at the center position. Sam Roush was the sixth tight end taken in this draft, and while he’s buried on the depth chart at the moment, I’m willing to bet he ends up better than multiple guys taken ahead of him. He competes as a blocker and runs hard after the catch. Malik Muhammad is an interesting day three pick because he has good movement skills and length. His route anticipation and play strength are still a work in progress, but I wouldn’t be shocked to see him take over as a starter down the road.
Fox Sports	B+ (3.3)	The NFL Draft is all about value, and few teams added more of that in the first round than Chicago, stealing a future Pro Bowl-caliber safety in Dillon Thieneman at No. 25 overall. Center Logan Jones wasn’t perhaps quite as economical a selection at No. 57 overall, but I think he’ll start as a rookie with the mentality and rugged playing style to project as a long-term anchor inside. Similarly, Stanford tight end Sam Roush isn’t flashy, but I like his physicality (and underrated receiving skills) as a nice complement to last year’s star rookie Colston Loveland. Speaking of complements, don’t be surprised if speedy wideout and returner Zavion Thomas winds up producing better numbers in Ben Johnson’s wide-open attack than he did at the collegiate level. I also really like the value Chicago got on Day 3 with cornerback Malik Muhammad and linebacker Keyshawn Elliott. The former lacks ideal bulk, but he has legitimate cover talent and the latter has the physicality and closing speed to boost a Bears’ linebacker corps needing an upgrade of both.
PFF	B (3.0)	Thieneman: Thieneman didn’t often make it to Chicago in mock drafts, but the Bears will certainly be happy he was available here. Thieneman earned 89.0-plus PFF grades on multiple defenses — 2023 with Purdue and 2025 with Oregon — and can cover, defend the run and bring high-end athleticism. Given that the Bears came into this draft with a clear need at safety, this is an ideal scenario for Dennis Allen’s defense. Jones: Jones is a high-IQ, feisty center with strong athleticism for zone schemes. He moves well laterally and shows good hand usage, but his outlier-short arm length creates challenges sustaining blocks and handling longer defenders. Roush: Roush has the build of an NFL tight end capable of playing on the line of scrimmage. As a blocking “Y” tight end, he can be a valuable piece in heavy personnel packages and some single-tight-end looks, though his impact in the passing game will likely be limited. Thomas: Thomas plays with energy and determination, giving him a strong chance to stick on an NFL roster, particularly due to his special teams return ability. Muhammad: Muhammad is a decorated cornerback from one of the nation's best secondaries, and his size and pedigree point to starting potential at the next level, particularly in a zone-oriented scheme. He earned PFF grades of 78.5 in 2023, 71.7 in 2024 and 70.8 in 2025. His lighter frame and limited disruptiveness remain concerns and may factor into evaluations despite the overall profile. Elliott: Elliott has shown flashes as a downhill player, with effectiveness as a run defender and blitzer, but his below-average frame helps explain his limitations in coverage. He earned PFF grades of 67.8 in 2024 and 67.5 in 2025, which reflect a steady but unspectacular profile. His struggles in coverage may limit his role at the next level, though he still offers some starting upside in the right situation. Berg: Van den Berg did not receive a combine invite but delivered strong pre-draft testing, with quickness and explosiveness that stood out. His pass-rush production remains limited, as he recorded 56 pressures across five seasons, but his work against the run offers value, highlighted by an 81.2 run-defense grade in 2025, which supports a potential role in a defensive line rotation.
Sports Illustrated	B- (2.7)	Suddenly, the Bears have a versatile group of safeties and plenty of depth in the secondary. Thieneman will partner with free-agent addition Coby Bryant, who found his footing after moving from cornerback to safety in Seattle. If Chicago can find another quality cornerback, this could be one of the league’s better secondaries in 2026. Perhaps Muhammad can fit that need, but he’s going to need to work his way up the depth chart. On the downside, the Bears failed to add more talent on the defensive front. Montez Sweat is their lone reliable edge rusher, and he will turn 30 in September.
SB Nation	B- (2.7)	It’s clear the Bears worked their board with an eye on the best players as they saw the class, but Chicago entered this draft with questions, and didn’t necessarily leave with answers. There remains a major need at EDGE and along the defensive line, and while I really like Thieneman and fourth round pick Malik Muhammad, the Bears still have major issues when it comes to rushing the passer and stopping the run.
The Score	B (3.0)	The Bears getting Dillon Thieneman at No. 25 overall was one of the best values on Day 1. The range and playmaking skills enabled by his instincts and athletic profile should make him a real weapon on the back end of Dennis Allen's defense. I also love the move to shore up the offensive line with Logan Jones on Day 2. Sam Roush's ability as an in-line tight end makes him a nice long-term fit alongside Colston Loveland, but this is where I really start to question Chicago's willingness to bypass potential upgrades to the defensive front. Given the Bears' needs at that spot, both inside and on the edge, reaching for Zavion Thomas is even more surprising. The decisions made on Day 2 won't age well if Chicago's defense struggles up front again in 2026. But with Malik Muhammad, Keyshaun Elliott, and the freakishly athletic Jordan van den Berg representing some of my favorite Day 3 sleepers, it's still a solid class overall.

Overall Draft Day GPA: 3.01 (B)

u/busstamove14 — 4 months ago