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Beard signs with Chicago

SHOCK

Kevin Beard is no longer a member of the Shock.

The team announced Monday that Beard, a wide receiver/linebacker from the University of Miami, has signed with the defending Arena Bowl champion Chicago Rush of the Arena Football League.

Beard (pictured playing with Miami; AP photo) led the Shock in receiving at the ArenaCup, gaining 122 yards and scoring twice. He finished the season with 13 touchdowns and 828 all-purpose yards.

“Kevin gave us everything he had last season,” general manager Adam Nebeker said in a press release. “He will be greatly missed, but we’re happy he’s getting the opportunity to further his goals by moving up to the next level.”



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