Category Archives: New England Patriots

Jon Bostic Didn’t Fit the “Bear Player Profile”

Posted on September 30, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Rich Campbell at the Chicago Tribune comments upon the trade of Jon Bostic to the New England Patriots: “In a season that’s all about finding building blocks, the Bears discarded the 50th overall pick from 2013. That’s a strong statement … Continue reading →

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It’s the Brad Biggs Show Today. And Other Points of View.

Posted on September 23, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Bears Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune reviews the film from Sunday’s loss to the Cardinals: “Eddie Royal looks out of position on the outside, and that’s the way it’s going to be without Alshon Jeffery (and Kevin White). Undrafted … Continue reading →

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Steelers Look Like Season-Long Disappointment Waiting to Happen

Posted on September 11, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Gene Collier at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette regales his readers with a description of how the Steelers covered (or more accurately failed to cover) Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski last night. “There were any number of reasons to expect a burst … 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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Are the Bears Really the Worst Team in the NFL?

Posted on July 25, 2015 by Tom Shannon

I’m sorry for my long absence from this space but they’ve been asking me to work for a living this summer and my life has been busy.  You may, however, rest assured that I’ve been following Bears news very closely. … Continue reading →

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NFC North Starters and Other Points of View

Posted on May 22, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Bears Blair Sheade at the Chicago Sun-Times relays Kevin White potential rookie of the year talk. Nothing like managing expectations. Jeff Dickerson at ESPN asks new special teams coordinator Jeff Rogers if he likes any of the players you inherited … Continue reading →

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Reaction to Rounds One thru Three

Posted on May 2, 2015 by Tom Shannon

He, guys.  New podcast with reaction to the first three rounds from representatives of the Bears (me), Patriots, Eagles, and Panthers.  Give it a listen. Check Out Football Podcasts at Blog Talk Radio with Next Fan Up on BlogTalkRadio

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Who Has the Edge to Compete with the Packers in the NFC North Post Free Agency

Posted on April 10, 2015 by Tom Shannon

All of the NFC North bloggers at ESPN agree that the best team in the division is still Green Bay but the reasons vary. None of them points to what I think are the most potent mix in football – the presence … Continue reading →

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On a Positive Note and Other Points of View

Posted on April 9, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Bears Adam L. Jahns at the Chicago Sun-Times apparently didn’t read my article indicating that they haven’t changed as he outlines the Bears needs post-free agency. In fairness, the list looks a lot like the one from two months ago. … Continue reading →

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Who Falls Off Farthest Without Their Quarterback?

Posted on March 21, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Dan Hanzus at nfl.com answers your questions: @DanHanzus @AroundTheNFL In a universe where all teams get equally good QB play, who are the 12 playoff teams? #ATNMailbag — Mathias Wagner (@Mathias_Wagner) March 16, 2015 “I’ll look at it another way: … Continue reading →

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