Offense wins games, defense — just costs money.
No D, No Starting Corners, No Excuses – No Letdown:
Many expected a typical black ‘n blue, NFC North slug fest between Chicago and Minnesota. Few imagined the battle to see more than 48 points, let alone a single team reaching that mark. Even [...]
Edited by Russ Loede: Kyle Orton and the Bears got off to another hot start Sunday against it’s first NFC North opponent, the winless Detroit Lions, as he led the team to victory, while topping all quarterbacks in passing yards. The difference this time, he didn’t cool off in the second half, as [...]
Tillman and Vasher Appear Ready, Aim To Silence Loud and Roaring Lions Aerial Attack: Good news for the Bears Friday, as both starting corner backs fully participated in the team’s practice session. The recovering Charles Tillman (shoulder) and Nathan Vasher (hand) have to embrace themselves for Sunday afternoon’s NFC North battle against the Lions [...]
(Friday Afternoon Update: Charles Tillman participates fully in practice) The Bears on Thursday suspended standout defensive lineman Tommie Harris for Sunday’s road game against the Detroit Lions for breaking an unspecified team rule. Inside team sources verified Harris’ knack for being late; which includes the standout talent and team leader showing up tardy for [...]
10 Post-Game Thoughts After 24-20 Victory Over Philadelphia:
Check Out Noots’ Notes
1. Impressive – How Bears went 7-17 on 3rd down, while holding Eagles to 2-13 and 0-1 on 4th with the GL stand. The goal line stand on defense was a statement, whereas the Forte run during the series after on 3rd and [...]
1. Can the Dominant Defense/Special Teams Unit (Devin Hester) Overcome a Woeful Offense?
No. They proved that in ‘07 – but what they can do is overcome an average offense, which is the worst-case scenario for this team. I believe the Bears can at least put an average product offensively on the field in ‘ 08!
2. [...]
Bears Important Decision To Get Steltz Locked In Early May Result In Good Play Sooner Rather Than Later In ‘08 While The Move Likely Indicates The Team’s Major Need For Him In The Uncertain, Injury-Prone Secondary. The Move Should Also Prove To Be A Key Factor In His Progress At The Team’s Most Shaky Position [...]
Moving Forward, Making Progress: While Urlacher Looks To Return To Good Terms Rookie TE Reaches Terms As Team Begins To Negotiate With Rookies For First Deals Veterans Still Working In Demanding New Deals
This Means Business – Urlacher Shows Up, Briggs Shocked: Brian Urlacher will attend the team’s mandatory three-day mini-camp and the serious [...]
Your Turn: Bears Blog Post Of The Week From “Blitz65” @ Bear Report (Chi.Scout.com)
What Has Changed During 2 Years: Comparison Of Bears Roster From ‘06 Super Bowl Team To This Season’s ‘08 Squad:
Team Outlook – Author’s View (Blitz65): Players from the 2006-2007 team that are no longer on the roster:
- RB Thomas [...]
Final Round Of A 21 Question Series From Site Editor Russ Loede To Columnists Eric Cook & Ron Norman
15. Site Editor Russ Loede: The chances of 3rd round draft choice Marcus Harrison unseating either Dusty Dvoracek or Anthony Adams as the team’s starting DT next to All-Pro lineman “Real Deal” Tommie Harris before Bye Week? [...]
