Author Archives: Tom Shannon

Forte Jerseys Burning Hot in Wisconsin. And Other Points of View.

Posted on September 12, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Bears Rich Campbell at the Chicago Tribune states categorically that the Bears defensive linemen will play one-gap. But I’m reasonably certain that it will depend upon who the player is (e.g. Eddie Goldman Vs. Will Sutton) and what defensive alignment … Continue reading →

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Physical Ability or Veteran Savvy and Intelligence? Peyton Manning Pushes the Edge.

Posted on September 12, 2015 by Tom Shannon

One of the more interesting things to keep an eye on tomorrow will be the performance of Peyton Manning once he hits the field for the Broncos. Chris Wessling at nfl.com takes an in depth look at the issues surrounding … Continue reading →

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The Most You’ll Laugh in the Next 24 hours

Posted on September 12, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Chances are Bears fans won’t have much to laugh about for a while. So enjoy it while you can.

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Packers Have One Weak Point. Maybe.

Posted on September 12, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Rob Demovsky at ESPN.com points out that the Packers have Matt Forte, Marshawn Lynch and Jamaal Charles their first three games. If their run defense isn’t improved, things could get ugly early. The Packers have theoretically worked on getting better … Continue reading →

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Aren’t the Bears Supposed to Be Hoarding Draft Picks?

Posted on September 12, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Here’s another good question for Hub Arkush at chicagofootball.com, one that I also had: “Why did the Bears trade a draft pick away [for TE Khari Lee]?” “My understanding is it’s a sixth-round pick in 2017, not next year. To … Continue reading →

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Would Switching Jordan Mills to Guard Have Helped?

Posted on September 12, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Hub Arkush at chicagofootball.com answers your questions: Q: “Wouldn’t it have been worth a try to move [Jordan] Mills to right guard before releasing him?” A: “I would have liked to have seen Mills get that chance because I think … Continue reading →

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The Key to Defending the Packers? Get to the Ball and Tackle.

Posted on September 12, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune asks NFL scouts for a report on Packers wide receiver Davante Adams: “‘He really came on at the end of the season,’ one scout said. ‘You look at him and he’s tall, real long … Continue reading →

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Bears Veterans Trying to Instill Attitude, Confidence in the Rookies

Posted on September 12, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Dan Wiederer at the Chicago Tribune points out that the play of the Bears rookies will be a key to how they do on Sunday, particularly on defense. But its this quote from 11 year veteran safety Antrel Rolle that … Continue reading →

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A.J. Green Gets His, Will Alshon Jeffery Be Far Behind?

Posted on September 11, 2015 by Tom Shannon

The Cincinnati Enquirer is reporting that the Bengals and wide receiver A.J. Green have joined the wide receiver contract extension party by agreeing to a four-year extension. Fellow receivers Dez Bryant, Julio Jones and Demayrius Thomas, all recently signed five … Continue reading →

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Preseason Guessing Game Continues as Bears Injury report is Released

Posted on September 11, 2015 by Tom Shannon

The Bears Friday pregame injury report is out and and its interesting. Despite practicing all week, Alshon Jeffery (calf), Eddie Royal (hip) and Marquess Wilson (hamstring) were all classified as “questionable” (i.e. 50-50) for the game. Quarterback Jimmy Clausen (head) … Continue reading →

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