Author Archives: Tom Shannon

Trades in the NFL Are Not an Easy Call

Posted on October 29, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune answers your questions: “When are things going to heat up for the Bears on the trade market? — Dennis G., North Side” “People love trade talk. I’ve been getting questions in the mailbag since at least … Continue reading →

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Quick Comments: Bears at Falcons 10/18/26

Posted on October 18, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Offense Loved the hook and ladder on the first possession.  The Bears picked that up from Green Bay, who did it to them last week. I liked that the Bears got Colston Loveland involved early.  I sometimes think that teams … Continue reading →

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Quick Comments: Bears at Packers 10/11/26

Posted on October 11, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Offense If you are going to talk shit all week like Ben Johnson does, your offense better be ready to play.  They weren’t.  It seems like they never are when it comes to division opponents.  It’s a problem. Tyson Bagent … Continue reading →

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How Referees Are Handling Goal Line Calls and Other Points of View

Posted on October 9, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Phil Thompson at the Chicago Tribune on QB Tyson Bagent.  He quotes head coach Ben Johnson after the win: “Tyson’s earned the right to be our No. 2 quarterback.  I have a lot of confidence in him, thought he played really well … Continue reading →

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Quick Comments: Jets at Bears 10/4/26

Posted on October 4, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Offense  If you are the Jets you make Tyson Bagent beat you.  It looked like they decided to do that by dropping players and playing coverage.  The problem is that apparently left them open in the running game and the … Continue reading →

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Just Accept that Ben Johnson Is Going to Go For It on Fourth Down and Move On

Posted on October 1, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune answers your questions: I love Ben Johnson’s aggression but is it going too far? The Bears are passing up points and against stronger opponents that field goal may decide a close game. Is he trusting … Continue reading →

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Game Comments: Bears at Panthers 9/13/26

Posted on September 13, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Offense Terrible start to the game.  A holding penalty on the first play and a fumble on the third.  Carolina ball on the Bears 40.  Carolina eventually scored a touchdown. D’Andre Swift just looked great today.  Quick, fast, breaking tackles … Continue reading →

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Xavier Woods Looks Likely to Play Safety Sunday

Posted on September 8, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune tells us what was learned at Chicago Bears practice Monday: One thing the Bears have to figure out — if they haven’t already — is who will start alongside [Dillon] Thieneman at safety. Veterans Xavier … Continue reading →

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Salvon Ahmed Will Be Ready

Posted on September 6, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Salvon Ahmed Phil Thompson at the Chicago Tribune has 5 observations as Chicago Bears enter Week 1: 4. Will the running back room be ready? [D’Andre] Swift left Thursday’s practice early, but it’s likely the extent of his injury (if any) … Continue reading →

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Bears Defensive Line Could Have the Biggest Impact on the 2026 Season

Posted on September 5, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune answers your questions: What are the easiest gains the defense can make despite a lack of big-ticket investments this offseason? Any chance the Gervon Dexter Sr. trade is about getting to a baseline competence on … Continue reading →

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