Even though linebacker Lance Briggs have requested to be traded, the Bears are not actively shopping him around according to their general manager Jerry Angelo.
The Bears have not given Briggs the permission seek a trade either. So he’s pretty much stuck in Chicago right now.
“Lance made a statement, and we understand that. Lance and I have had a conversation, and on this conversation we understand where each other is coming from and respect where each other is coming from,” Angelo told ESPNChicago.com. “I’ve known Lance his whole career. He’s always been a pro here in everything he’s done, for the most part, on and off the field. I have the utmost respect and confidence that his focus now is being the best player that he can be, having another great season. That’s where our focus is. So the business side of it will take care of itself down the road. Right now, our focus is on the season.”
Briggs may not get the money he’s looking for now. But Angelo’s statement leaves the door open for a possible pay day in the future.
For now Briggs will be playing the 2011 season at his current salary with the Bears.
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