UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
Thursday. February 20, 1997
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Mirer passed to Chicago Bears
Former Seahawk signs contract
The Associated Press
CHICAGO — Finally, Rick Mirer is on his way to Chicago.
After four months of trade talks and more than a week of speculation, the Seattle Seahawks on Tuesday night dealt their former quarterback of the future to the Bears for a first-round draft choice.
"We believe Rick has the qualities to be an outstanding player and help us get to the next level," said Bears
coach Dave Wannstedt.
Mirer couldn't get the Seahawks to the next level.
After passing for 41 touchdowns at Notre Dame, he was the second overall pick in the 1993 draft. He had a promising rookie season, starting all 16 games and completing 274 of 283 passes for 2,833 yards. But he never realized his potential and spent much of 1996 as John Friesz's backup.
Mirr signed a three-year contract with the Bears, which gave up the 11th overall pick in the April 19 draft. Seahawks representative Steve Wright said Seattle completed the deal by giving a fourth-round choice to Chicago.
The Bears tried and failed to get Mirer before last October's trading deadline. They refocused their attention on Mirer last week, with media outlets reporting daily that the deal was almost done.
Seattle gave the Bears exclusive rights to talk to Mirer, who turns 27 next month. San Francisco also was interested in him.
Bears representative Bryan Harlan said Mirer and the team had 48 hours to negotiate a possible fourth contract season. The Chicago Sun-Times reported Monday that the deal was expected to be for four years and $15 million. Mirer had one year left in his contract with Seattle and was
under a $2.5 million salary cap.
The 6-foot-2 Mirr was 2-7 as a starter last season. He passed for 1,546 yards, with five touchdowns and 12 interceptions, and his quarterback rating of 56.6 was the lowest in the AFC by almost 12 points. He missed five games because of a knee injury.
Despite his struggles, he expects to start for the Bears, who were 7-9 last season. Erik Kramer, who set numerous team records in 1995, but who was sidelined with a neck injury for almost all last season, is unsigned and might not return. Dave Krieg was the Bears' quarterback for most of 1996, but is 38 years old.
Today's Birthday (Feb. 20)
Today's birthday (£1.20)
You could gain great fame and fortune this year. Heed a loved one's advice in March. Your experience pays in April. Prepare for your big show in August - work you do then could lead to a promotion in December. In the meantime, stash away a treasure in October. An old dream comes true in January. You'll make it happen in February, on a big scale. Form an agreement that will last for years.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) - Today is a 6.
There's a lot to be done, that's for sure. Try to have a good time while you're at it. You don't get any extra points for suffering. You are indispensable, because you're so sensitive to other people's want and needs. You do get points for that.
HOROSCOPES
Taurus (April 20-May 20) - Today is a 6. You have above-average common sense, Leos, on the other hand, have the drive to get things done now instead of next week. A partnership between the two of you is powerful. If that's just too complex, play with somebody who doesn't push you to your limits.
Aries (March 21-April 19) - Today is an 8. You may not be the most sensitive person in the world especially when you think the other people are acting like geeks. Try to keep any confrontational thoughts to yourself. You will not help the situation by pointing out another's obvious weaknesses.
Gemini (May 21-June 21) - Today is an 8. If you want to take up a new hobby, like sky diving or playing the bassoon, this is an excellent evening to begin lessons. If you're worried about something that's going on at work, this afternoon would be the best time to talk about it with a friend.
Cancer (June 22-July 22) - Today is a 6. Save your shopping for tomorrow. Today is a much better time to sell than buy. If you're thinking of getting rid of a few items, hang out your sign early. Quite a few fools will be walking around, looking for ways to be parted from their money.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) - Today is an 8. If you don't already have something mentally or physically challenging scheduled, get on it. If you're going shopping, you could be lulled into thinking you have three or four times as much money as you actually have.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) - Today is a 6.
Although you might have fun if you go along with the group, you might also like to make the decision for yourself. If you're in a bind, you have permission to tell a push person to back off. Spend the day doing something you choose.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) - Today is an 8. If a co-worker's been feeling kind of blue lately, call. Offer to help with a job that's easy for you but tough for the other person. Tonight will be good for drawing up plans for the future. Consult a
friend who knows how to build what you want.
Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21) - Today is a 6. If somebody wants to tell you what to do, take it with good humor. You don't have to do it, but at least listen politely and smile nicely. But if this person is your parent or boss, you had probably better comply. He or she will be in the mood to be obeyed.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) - Today is an 8. If you can set your own schedule, go somewhere. If you can take a friend, fine. If not, don't worry. You won't have any trouble meeting new people. You have a pretty good chance of winning a bet. That's true in love, too.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) - Today is a 6. It's a little easier than usual for you to learn during this phase. So study more ways to make money. Instead of borrowing, think of a way to earn more. This is one of the reasons you grow more successful while others go further into debt.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) - Today is an 8. If you're already in shape, going out with an athletic friend will be a lot of fun. If you're been sitting behind a desk for months, it could be downright frightening. Take precautions. Go ahead and use your body, but don't forget to use your brains, too.
Note: Horoscopes have no basis in scientific fact and should be read for entertainment only.
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