NFC North Notebook: Bears reportedly trade Marshall to Jets; Lions host Coleman

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Every Friday, theScore's NFL editors will bring you a roundup of everything you need to know from around the division with the NFC North Notebook.

Chicago Bears

Bears reportedly trade Brandon Marshall to Jets. The new regime is looking to clean up the Bears' locker room issues and is and started that off by sending outspoken wide receiver Brandon Marshall to New York.

Tickets for Bears' draft headquarters go on sale soon. With Chicago hosting the draft for the first time, the Bears will set up a draft headquarters in The Plaza at Park Grill. Tickets go on sale March 12 at 11 a.m.

Briggs' time in Chicago comes to an end. After 12 years of Pro Bowl-caliber play at middle linebacker, Lance Briggs will sign with another team if he decides to continue his career. 

Detroit Lions

Lions host RB Tevin Coleman for pre-draft meeting. The speedy Indiana running back was in Detroit to meet with Lions brass. Many expect the Lions to draft a running back after releasing Reggie Bush.

Tulloch confirms he'll be a Lion in 2015. With rumors swirling that the team would cut him to save money, Stephen Tulloch tweeted that he will be back in Detroit for his tenth NFL season.

"$UH?" billboards appears in Detroit. One of the most dominant defensive players in the league is on the brink of leaving the Lions and some fans aren't too happy about it. At least that's one opinion of the billboards.

Green Bay Packers

Packers take a chance on CFL linebacker Josh Francis. The former West Virginia linebacker is a depth signing for a team in need of linebackers. Francis also played in the Indoor Football League recently.

Favre's Packers Hall of Fame induction full of big stars. When the Packers induct Brett Favre into their Hall of Fame this summer, it will be a star-studded event. Former teammates and coaches are expected to feature prominently.

Kiper's updated mock has Packers sticking with defensive tackle. Oklahoma defensive tackle Jordan Phillips is once again the player chosen for the Packers at No. 30. 

Minnesota Vikings

Vikings meet with Adrian Peterson on Wednesday. The two sides sat down for over four hours and, by all accounts, the meeting was constructive and positive. No decision on his future has been made at this time.

Already 33,000 ticket commitments for new stadium. The preview center for the team's new stadium has been alive for a year now and ticket commitments have been steady. Seventy percent of Metrodome ticket holders are making the move.

Vikings are approximately $25 million under cap. With Matt Cassel now a Buffalo Bill, the Vikings have about $25 million available to spend in free agency and on draft picks.

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