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Howard, Cohen put Bears in 'ideal spot'

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In an article assessing every NFL team's running back situation, NFL.com's Matt Harmon praises the Bears and their dynamic tandem of Jordan Howard and Tarik Cohen.

"For all the work the Bears need to do to get their roster back into playoff-contending shape, they're in an ideal spot in the backfield," Harmon wrote. "Chicago has two skilled young backs under contract that count for just $1.4 million combined against the cap in 2018."

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After rushing for a Bears rookie record 1,313 yards and six touchdowns on 252 carries in 2016, Howard ran for 1,122 yards and nine TDs on 276 attempts in 2017.