Monthly Archives: September 2015

Use of the Zone Read Adds a Nice New Wrinkle to the Bears Offense

Posted on September 22, 2015 by Tom Shannon

One positive from Sunday’s game is highlighted by Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune points to offensive coordinator Adam Gase‘s use of the zone read with quarterback Jay Cutler as a positive from Sunday’s game: “‘We did it the last … Continue reading →

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Jimmy Clausen Not the Biggest Problem. But He Was a Problem.

Posted on September 21, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Rich Campbell at the Chicago Tribune describes head coach John Fox‘s reaction to quarterback Jimmy Clausen‘s effort in relief of starting quarterback Jay Cutler: “Jimmy Clausen took over, and the offense gained only one first down on his first five … Continue reading →

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Quick Comments: Late Sunday Afternoon Games

Posted on September 20, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Baltimore – Oakland Oakland surprised me this game by taking Baltimore head on at the line of scrimmage and they competed very well. Quarterback Derek Carr once again had a good game this week (30/46 for 351 yes). Significantly, he … Continue reading →

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Game Comments: Cardinals at Bears 9/20/15

Posted on September 20, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Defense The Bears once again, had trouble getting pressure on the quarterback. Palmer took a few hits but generally speaking he looked comfortable in the pocket. This has become a major issue. Palmer was very accurate and looked good. Other … Continue reading →

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Jury Still Out on Bears Cornerbacks

Posted on September 20, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Hub Arkush at chicagofootball.com answers your questions: “From @chaparral276: Any changes coming in the Bears’ secondary? “It’s hard to imagine Terrance Mitchell not getting a start at cornerback or at least as the nickel before too long.” “[T]here is no … Continue reading →

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Hurst Released, Dunn In for Sunday

Posted on September 19, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune reports that the Bears have made a roster move on the eve of their match up with the Arizona Cardinals: #Bears have promoted DL Brandon Dunn from practice squad to get needed depth on … Continue reading →

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Plenty on the Line in Lions-Vikings Divisional Rivalry

Posted on September 19, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Josh Katzenstein at the Detroit News emphasizes that the Lions have more to worry about than Adrian Peterson Sunday: “The Lions faced wide receiver Mike Wallace last year as the speedster caught five passes for 51 yards and a touchdown … Continue reading →

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Redskins Cut Blocking Inside Gregg Williams’ Head

Posted on September 19, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Joe Lyons at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that the Washington Redskins appear to have gotten into Rams defensive coordinator Gregg Williams‘ head: “‘Cut me, cut me, cut me, cut me, cut me…’’ “An original song from Gregg Williams. “It’s … Continue reading →

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Tayo Fabuluje: A Huge Mass of Potential

Posted on September 19, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Hub Arkush at chicagofootball.com answers your questions: “From @MDayne: How much of a project is [Tayo] Fabuluje? Any chance he contributes this year?” “Originally I thought he’d need at least three years and might not crack the lineup until 2017. Now … Continue reading →

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Sundays Can’t Be Blue Mondays

Posted on September 19, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Patrick Finley at the Chicago Sun-Times asks 10 questions going into the Bears game against the Cardinals Sunday: “5. Why do the Bears have a more strenuous Saturday practice than most? “‘Really, it’s just science behind it,’ coach John Fox … Continue reading →

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