Monthly Archives: October 2015

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 →

Posted in Chicago Bears | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Chicago Bears | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Chicago Bears, Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Chicago Bears | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Chicago Bears | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Chicago Bears, Game Comments, Kansas City Chiefs | Leave a comment

The Situation in St. Louis Is Smelling Very Bad

Posted on October 11, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Mike Florio at profootballtalk.com informs us of a potential disaster in St. Louis near Rams Park as there is an underground fire smoldering in one landfill very close to another landfill which contains radioactive waste: “Via the Chicago Tribune, a … Continue reading →

Posted in St. Louis Rams | Leave a comment

Terrell Owens Still Crazy After All These Years

Posted on October 11, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Mike Florio at profootballtalk.com quotes 41 yer old former wide receiver Terrell Owens as he claims that he could still play for the Eagles: “‘You think that I shouldn’t be playing right now?’ Owens said on the same day his … Continue reading →

Posted in Philadelphia Eagles | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Chicago Bears | Leave a comment

Chiefs Tight Ends Are Dangerous but the Key to the Game is Still the Offensive Line

Posted on October 10, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Steve Rosenbloom at the Chicago Tribune previews the Bears game against the Chiefs: “Tight end Travis Kelce has 21 catches for 293 yards and two TDs in the first four games. He also leads NFL tight ends in yards after … Continue reading →

Posted in Chicago Bears, Kansas City Chiefs | Leave a comment