The Facts: Reid, who also lines up occasionally as an H-back, signed a one-year deal. He caught three passes last season and has appeared in 17 games over three seasons.

Diehards Line:Despite the presence of veteran Desmond Clark and the decision to keep both Reid and John Gilmore, who re-signed with Chicago earlier this month, Tribune staffer K.C. Johnson advised readers the Bears still are expected to address the tight end position in the upcoming NFL draft.