Q: "What is an under the radar topic coming into training camp?"
A: "Everyone is talking about Mike Martz's new offense, but the big key to me is the defense, especially the D-line. I talked to one of the veterans on the team, and he said we will only go as far as our defensive line takes us."
Q: "Chester Taylor was brought in this year, and there has been talk that if Forte struggles early, Taylor could take most of the carries. Who do you think will get the majority of the carries by season's end?"
A: "I think actually they will split the work load, and barring injury, I don't think one will get much more carries that the other. In their Super Bowl year(2006), they had two quality backs in Thomas Jones and Cedric Benson. I think the Bears thought they were really missing that last year, and getting another running back was a top priority this off season."
Q: "The secondary has always been an issue with the Bears. Who do you see starting this year?"
A: "Zach Bowman and Charles Tillman have been working out at the conerback position, with Chris Harris and Daniel Manning at the free safety and strong safety positions, respectively. The secondary was a top issue in the off season, but with a veteran safety in Harris leading the way, and rookie Major Wright looking sharp, look for major strides this season."
Q: "Who do you think will be a breakout player on the offensive and defensive side of the ball?"
A: " Zach Bowman has great ball skills and with a better pass rush this year, he will have 8 interceptions. I will make a prediction that he will make his first Pro Bowl this year. On offense, Devin Aromashodu , who is making every play in camp, is sure to have a great season. He is a rare combination of size and speed, and will get plenty of opportunities this season."
Thatsportskid thanks Larry Mayer for his time and I look forward to more interviews to come.
