Daily Archives: September 15, 2015

Ups and Downs for Those Bucs/Titans Fans

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Tom Shannon

For those Buccaneers fans jumping off bridges after week one because your team chose Jameis Winston, I come bearing good news: The last quarterback to throw a pick six on his first NFL pass? Brett Favre. Oh. And lest you think … Continue reading →

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Bears May Try to Use the Cardinals Aggressiveness Against Them

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Kent Somers at the Arizona Republic tells us what the Bears next opponent, the Arizona Cardinals did and didn’t do well against the Saints on Sunday: “The Saints used the Cardinals’ aggressiveness against them. Quarterback Drew Brees continually hit running … Continue reading →

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Bears Wide Receivers Need to Step Up for Offensive Season to Be a Success

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune is spot on with this comment: “If the Bears want to continue to have success running the ball, they’re going to have to find a way to open up the passing game downfield. Yes, … Continue reading →

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Imagine That. Some Encouraging Words From a Packer.

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Those looking for encouragement – and I think we all are – will find some in the weekly “10 Thoughts” column by Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune. He quotes Packers guard T.J. Lang: “‘They were playing us nickel to our … Continue reading →

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Welcome Back, Sam Acho

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Tom Shannon

As suggested here as a possibility when he was released, Sam Acho has been resigned by the Bears. Apparently his release was only temporary to get an extra healthy body on to the roster. Lamin Barrow apparently will remain, however, … Continue reading →

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New Next Fan Up Week 1 Breakdown

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Had a wonderful time breaking down Week One games with with Pats fan Patrick Siska and Eagles fan Mark Sitko.  Lot’s of fun and information fun with these guys. Check Out Football Podcasts at Blog Talk Radio with Next Fan Up on … Continue reading →

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Quick Comments on the Monday Night Games

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Eagles  – Falcons: Sam Bradford didn’t look sharp early. Too many missed passes and miscommunications. This was exacerbated by the job the Falcons did stopping the run. Eagles head coach Chip Kelley gave up on it and decided to lean … Continue reading →

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