The Facts:
Devin Hester was the Bears' No. 1 receiver in 2009, but new OC Mike Martz indicated that Hester could see a reduced role in the passing game in 2010. TE Greg Olsen led the Bears with 60 catches and eight receiving touchdowns in 2009, but Martz suggested that Olsen will need to focus primarily on blocking in 2010.
Reported by Profootballtalk.com
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
Martz told reporters he could see using Hester as the slot receiver, the way the Rams used Az Hakim, and Martz also hinted that Hester could see an increased role in the return game. "It would be very difficult for [Hester] to play every snap on offense and still play effectively on special teams," Martz explained. ... As for Olsen, Martz said: "All tight ends, their first responsibility, they have to put their hand down on the line of scrimmage and be a successful blocker, and then they move to receiving," Martz said. "To just skip by that and say, 'He's a terrific receiver,' well, then you might as well just put another wide receiver in there. ..." Stay tuned. We'll be keeping a close eye on developments in Chicago as the offseason progresses.
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