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And at tight end, they are counting on Zach Miller staying healthy despite a long history of injuries.Even so, the Bears have a year in the system. And Cutler insisted that alone is reason to expect bigger things.Solely just Year 1 to Year 2, he said. I think theres going to be less thinking. I think we have a better idea of what we like in the offense, what we dont like in the offense, where we need to improve, what we need to add. I think personnel-wise were getting better and better.Enough to compete in the NFC North? Or at least make a jump?From a personnel standpoint, weve just got to keep putting good drafts together, Pace said.And we have to see how this draft unfolds. Weve got to stack good drafts. Weve got to be accurate in free agency. I feel good about where were at right now, but truth will be told as this plays out.Game notesThe Bears signed former Philadelphia Eagles and Pittsburgh Steelers CB Brandon Boykin. 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