Category Archives: Chicago Bears

Lack of Pass Rush a Huge Factor in Loss to the Lions

Posted on October 19, 2015 by Tom Shannon

With the Bears on a mini-winning streak before Sunday, I think Steve Rosenbloom at the Chicago Tribune has been saving up his angst. He let loose on Monday. I’ll just highlight one comment: “Who’s the genius who let Harold Jones-Quartey … Continue reading →

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Quick Game Comments: Bears at Lions 10/18/15

Posted on October 18, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Defense The Lions come out mixing it up and playing well. They sustained a good, long drive starting at their own 20 yard line and ending with a touchdown. In contrast to recent weeks, they looked ready to play and … Continue reading →

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Marquess Wilson Come Out

Posted on October 17, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune on the emergence of wide receiver Marquess Wilson: “In the last two games, Wilson has been targeted 17 times and has 12 catches for 165 yards and one touchdown. That’s after he had nine … Continue reading →

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What Is the Future of David Fales?

Posted on October 16, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune answers your questions: “With Jimmy Clausen‘s performance vs. Seattle, is the release of David Fales more of a reflection of Fales being worse than him or is it salary/cap related? — @brentodento “Well, they … Continue reading →

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How Well is Adrian Amos Really Playing?

Posted on October 16, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune answers your questions. Here he addresses the strengths and weakness in the play of rookie safety Adrian Amos: “The next progression in his game will be to begin making impact plays and get his … Continue reading →

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Lovie Smith: Not in Trouble in Tampa Bay. But He Should Be.

Posted on October 14, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Rick Stroud at the Tampa Bay Times writes about whether former Bears head coach Lovie Smith is on the hot seat there: “Contrary to what a few fans may believe, Smith’s coaching seat isn’t getting warm. Not even tepid. “Why? … Continue reading →

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Bears Riding a Streak with Jay Cutler

Posted on October 13, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune on the play of quarterback Jay Cutler: “I think the best thing about Jay Cutler’s game in this early part of the season has been his pocket presence. He hasn’t been rattled and plays … Continue reading →

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Finding Playing Time for Willie Young

Posted on October 13, 2015 by Tom Shannon

As Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune reviews the film from Sunday’s game, he notes the perfomance of “linebacker” Willie Young. Young “had a sack and another strong rush”. Young had 20 snaps on Sunday, playing mostly opposite Pernell McPhee … Continue reading →

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Quick Comments: Bears at Chiefs 10/11/15

Posted on October 11, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Offense As had been their habit, the Bears came out in a double tight end set. They continued to run the ball on first down but limited success forced the to pass predominantly on the other downs. The Bears relied … Continue reading →

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Adrian Amos: Pretty Good. Maybe.

Posted on October 11, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Hub Arkush‘s thoughts at chicagofootball.com on safety Adrian Amos mirror my own: “To start every game your rookie year as a fifth-round draft choice is exceptional in and of itself. That Amos has blended right in and rarely been visible – … Continue reading →

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