December 22, 2008 Danieal Manning returned four kickoffs for 117 yards on Monday, including a 70-yarder. He also recorded two tackles on the other side of the ball.
Our View:Manning has filled in nicely for Devin Hester since he was moved into the kickoff returner position this season.
December 11, 2008 Danieal Manning returned the opening kick 83 yards for a touchdown on Thursday.
Our View:This quick start will certainly help anyone with the Bears' defense and special teams.
October 17, 2008 Danieal Manning has been ruled out for the Bears Week 7 matchup with the Vikings due to a hamstring injury, according to TSN.
Our View:Manning will head to the sidelines which could allow the Vikings a bit more room to pass, though we all know that they look to run first.
September 15, 2008 The Bears haven't revealed much about Devin Hester's rib injury, but they are confident that Daniel Manning could handle the return duties if Hester misses time. "Danieal Manning is probably one of the better kickoff returners in the league," special teams coordinator Dave Toub informs the team's official web site. Manning returned two kickoffs for 54 yards in Week 2.
Our View:This preseason, Manning had a 75-yard kickoff return and receiver Earl Bennett took a punt to the house. Hester is a special return man, but the Bears would remain dangerous because they are just so darn good as a unit when it comes to special teams.
August 28, 2008 Danieal Manning will in fact serve as the Bears' nickelback this season after there were reports that he was being moved away from the role, according to the Chicago Tribune. Coach Lovie Smith said, "Danieal has received reps at only one position this entire year, and that's nickel. Once we get in a game, could he be an emergency safety? Yes, he could. But he's playing nickel and that's where he's going to be."
Our View:Manning should be a key member of the Bears' secondary and should be productive enough to target as a reserve for IDP leagues.
