After 2 games I feel good about this team – the reason why: We are Completely HEALTHY! Devin Hester (ribs) should play Sunday against Tampa in the Home Opener and McGowan (needs to play smarter) is going to be fine. We have to beat the Bucs – this is a team we should beat, especially [...]
Archive for September, 2008
Bears Post-Game Thoughts & Looking Ahead
September 15th, 2008 
Russ Loede 
Posted in Bear Insight, Inside The Bears, Main, Notes & Observations, Opinions, Preview, Recap 
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Bears Offense Still The Missing Link: Stewart, Turnovers Big Difference In Heartbreaking Defeat
Some thing just stay the same, yet still find their way to disappoint. Chicago’s shaky offense (the usual) without the run game (blocking issues) arrived in the 2nd half, as they couldn’t hold onto an encouraging 17-3 lead in the 3rd quarter, falling to Carolina on the road, 20-17. The “vanilla” offensive game plan and [...]
Bears Blitz – Saturday, September 13th, 2008
September 13th, 2008 Russ Loede Posted in Bear Insight, BEARS Blitz, Features, Inside The Bears, Podcasts, Preview Prepare for Sunday by listening to Columnist Eric Cook and Site Editor Russ Loede as they discuss Week 2′s showdown between two 1-0 squads. The duo share their thoughts, keys to victory, x-factors, and predictions in this edition of Bears Blitz. This diligent combo will cover both sides of the ball for each team, giving [...]
Talking Pigskin: Pork Recipes for the Bears
Are you ready for some pigskin? Pork recipes, that is. Food & Wine has paired 32 of their most delicious pork dishes with each of the NFL’s 32 teams.. Find out what dish they chose for the Chicago Bears! http://www.foodandwine.com/slideshows/nfl-pigskin-nfc-team-pork-recipes/12
Bears Blitz Regular Season Special Week 1 Edition
September 4th, 2008 Russ Loede Posted in Bear Insight, BEARS Blitz, Features, Inside The Bears, Main, News Listen to Columnist Eric Cook and Site Editor Russ Loede preview Week 1′s showdown verses the Indianapolis Colts. The dynamic duo dish out instant analysis, key players, and predict the final outcome. The two hosts also talk about Tommie Harris’ importance/injury update, a revamped offensive line, and provide insight on the defense’s chances stopping the [...]
“Real Deal” Looks Good, Feels Great – He’s Ready
Tommie Harris will never be at 100% percent. “I practiced today and I feel great. I wouldn’t have practiced if I was hurting,” said Harris, who acknowledged that he’s experiencing typical soreness. “I play in the NFL. I don’t think I’ll ever be 100 percent.” He’s in a good mood – just watch Tommie Harris [...]
Tommie Harris’ Availability Doubted
While the team is straightening out its offensive line problems there may be more of a concern on the defensive side of the line, as the status of All-Pro standout Tommie Harris remains a bit of a mystery for Week 1 at Indianapolis. Defensive struggles now a Big Deal without the “Real Deal”: In order [...]
Bears Receive OL Help: Trade for Guard Buenning, Practice Squad For CB Bowman
Buenning for Griese: The Chicago Bears obtained a boost on the offensive line today, as they traded for Tampa Bay Buccaneers guard Dan Buenning. Buenning, a ’05 4th round selection out of Wisconsin, is recovering from a torn ACL he suffered in ’06 against Dallas on Thanksgiving night. The former Badger seems to be healthy: [...]
