Category Archives: Chicago Bears

Just What Makes a “Casual” Bears Fan?

Posted on September 11, 2015 by Tom Shannon

I was somewhat affronted by this remark from Dan Wiederer at the Chicago Tribune as he reviews the state of the Bears offense: “Over three seasons as a Bear, [Brandon] Marshall‘s production — 279 catches, 3,524 yards, 31 touchdowns — made … Continue reading →

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John Fox Drives the Bears Bandwagon By Looking Forward. And Other Points of View.

Posted on September 8, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Bears Bears head coach John Fox doesn’t like to go into specifics. So its significant that even he concedes in this interview with John Mullin at csnchicago.com that things may be a little rough early in the season: “Truth be … Continue reading →

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Nowhere Is Safe Against the Packers. And Other Point of View.

Posted on September 6, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Bears Color me surprised that the Bears put quarterback Zac Dysert on waivers. It probably means that Jimmy Clausen will be OK for the Packers game but, still, I thought Dysert might have a chance to make the practice squad. … Continue reading →

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When Sacrificing Your Body Isn’t Enough. And Other Points of View.

Posted on September 5, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Bears Hub Arkush at ChicagoFootball.com thinks that nose tackle Terry Williams stood out on Thursday night and I’d agree. But here’s what I thought was the really interesting observation: “Now, I’m not so sure Tayo Fabuluje isn’t the second best … Continue reading →

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Intelligence Is a Talent, Too. And Other Points of View.

Posted on September 3, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Bears I’m not going to bother to post much related to the fourth preseason game Thursday night. But if you want some things to watch, Dan Wiederer at the Chicago Tribune has a list: Zac Dysert Vs. David Fales Charles … Continue reading →

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Talking Bears with Ramona Rice

Posted on August 31, 2015 by Tom Shannon

I had the privilege of spending some time recently with Ramona Rice (@SportsGalPal). We braided each other’s hair and stayed up all night talking boys. Or not. This one’s only 20 minutes so you get to find out what I really … Continue reading →

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“The Drill with the Bell” and Other Points of View

Posted on August 31, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Bears Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune rightfully describes the Bears situation after the third exhibition game as abysmal. The most significant highlights: “This team is short on talent, and you didn’t need to watch the most significant of the … Continue reading →

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Quick Comments: Bears at Bengals 8/29/15

Posted on August 30, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Defense Once again the defensive starters were simply a step too slow all over the field.  We can only hope that the players will be able to play faster with time spent in the defensive scheme. The defensive line was … Continue reading →

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A Few Things to Watch For: Bears at Bengals

Posted on August 28, 2015 by Tom Shannon

The Bears were feeling pretty good about themselves after Saturday’s exhibition win over the Colts. But after they reportedly came out on the short end in two days of practice leading up to the game, I’m inclined to think that … Continue reading →

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Quick Game Comments: Bears at Colts 8/22/15

Posted on August 23, 2015 by Tom Shannon

The Bears looked pretty good in general through most of the first quarter but it was as much because of the sluggishness with which the Colts hit the field as it was because of the Bears’ play. Once the Colts … Continue reading →

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