http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-07-bears-chicago-sep07,0,5666273.story
Bears sign QB Brett Basanez to practice squad
One spot open in case team needs to make another roster move
The Bears signed seven players to the practice squad Sunday, including Northwestern and St. Viator product Brett Basanez. But one spot remains open in case the Bears need to make another roster move.
Basanez, the third-string quarterback during the preseason, could be promoted if the Bears need him in an emergency. Jay Cutler and Caleb Hanie are the only quarterbacks on the 53-man roster.
Leaving one practice squad slot open gives the Bears the flexibility to add another player, such as a veteran running back, to the active roster. They would then have to assign an inexperienced player to the practice squad.
Fifth-round pick Marcus Freeman, a linebacker from Ohio State, figured to be a candidate for the practice squad but hadn't heard from the Bears as of Sunday evening. Tackle Cody Balogh and linebacker Kevin Malast also were candidates after being released Saturday.
Also signed to the practice squad were guard Johan Asiata, defensive end Ervin Baldwin, defensive end Joe Clermond, center Donovan Raiola, fullback Will Ta'ufo'ou and cornerback Woodny Turenne. Baldwin and Clermond give the Bears insurance with only three defensive ends on the active roster.
