Category Archives: Chicago Bears

More Thoughts on the Bears Cornerback Situation

Posted on November 5, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Once again, I’d like to highlight one of the 10 thoughts from Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune.  When I asked GM [Ryan] Poles on Friday how he evaluated the outside cornerbacks, he mentioned how the addition of Jeffery Simmons … Continue reading →

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Doubts About Khalil Mack as a Solution for the Bears

Posted on November 5, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune has 10 thoughts this week: Bears fans have romanticized [Khalil] Mack’s four-year tenure in Chicago a little bit. The team was 29-26 in the 55 games he played in, postseason included. Mack was fantastic … Continue reading →

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Morning After Comments: Bears at Seahawks 11/2/26

Posted on November 3, 2026 by Tom Shannon

As many regular visitors know, I don’t stay up to watch Bears games in prime time anymore.  I’m an early riser who works for a living so…. whatever. Nevertheless, I do have a few thoughts after watching the condensed game … Continue reading →

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Trades in the NFL Are Not an Easy Call

Posted on October 29, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune answers your questions: “When are things going to heat up for the Bears on the trade market? — Dennis G., North Side” “People love trade talk. I’ve been getting questions in the mailbag since at least … Continue reading →

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Quick Comments: Bears at Falcons 10/18/26

Posted on October 18, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Offense Loved the hook and ladder on the first possession.  The Bears picked that up from Green Bay, who did it to them last week. I liked that the Bears got Colston Loveland involved early.  I sometimes think that teams … Continue reading →

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Quick Comments: Bears at Packers 10/11/26

Posted on October 11, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Offense If you are going to talk shit all week like Ben Johnson does, your offense better be ready to play.  They weren’t.  It seems like they never are when it comes to division opponents.  It’s a problem. Tyson Bagent … Continue reading →

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How Referees Are Handling Goal Line Calls and Other Points of View

Posted on October 9, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Phil Thompson at the Chicago Tribune on QB Tyson Bagent.  He quotes head coach Ben Johnson after the win: “Tyson’s earned the right to be our No. 2 quarterback.  I have a lot of confidence in him, thought he played really well … Continue reading →

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Quick Comments: Jets at Bears 10/4/26

Posted on October 4, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Offense  If you are the Jets you make Tyson Bagent beat you.  It looked like they decided to do that by dropping players and playing coverage.  The problem is that apparently left them open in the running game and the … Continue reading →

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Game Comments: Bears at Panthers 9/13/26

Posted on September 13, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Offense Terrible start to the game.  A holding penalty on the first play and a fumble on the third.  Carolina ball on the Bears 40.  Carolina eventually scored a touchdown. D’Andre Swift just looked great today.  Quick, fast, breaking tackles … Continue reading →

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Salvon Ahmed Will Be Ready

Posted on September 6, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Salvon Ahmed Phil Thompson at the Chicago Tribune has 5 observations as Chicago Bears enter Week 1: 4. Will the running back room be ready? [D’Andre] Swift left Thursday’s practice early, but it’s likely the extent of his injury (if any) … Continue reading →

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