Category Archives: Chicago Bears

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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With Jared Allen Gone One Way or the Other Willie Young Is the Next Man Up

Posted on September 29, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune gives 10 thoughts on Seattle’s win over the Bears. He addresses the fact that linebacker Willie Young was a healthy scratch for the game: “Young was on the field for 19 of the defense’s … Continue reading →

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The Once and Future Offense

Posted on September 29, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Rich Campbell at the Chicago Tribune quotes head coach John Fox on the conservative approach that the Bears took on offense on Sunday: “‘We need to generate more than zero points to win games,’ Fox said Monday.” “Asked Monday whether … Continue reading →

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Charles Leno Could Yet Be a Bears Building Block

Posted on September 28, 2015 by Tom Shannon

A day after a 26-0 wipe out of the Bears by the Seattle Seahawks, the fashionable thing is to bash the team for a conservative offensive effort and poor special teams play. So, of course, I’m not going to do … Continue reading →

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Quick Game Comments: Chicago at Seattle 9/27/15

Posted on September 27, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Offense The Bears came out ready to run with triple tight ends on the first possession. They packed into tight formations and made no secret of what they were doing. Of course, the Seahawks were expecting that and were ready … Continue reading →

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Fales or Clausen? The Debate Continues.

Posted on September 27, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Adam Jahns at the Chicago Sun-Times doesn’t have a problem with starting quarterback Jimmy Clausen this week but believes that the Bears eventually should get a good look at back up David Fales. “The difference is that Clausen, who’s 28 … Continue reading →

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Redskins Potential Once Again Limited with No Answers at the Quarterback Position

Posted on September 25, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Conor Orr has the unenviable task of writing up a blog post on the Redskins – Giants game for nfl.com: “Where do we begin with Kirk Cousins? Perhaps it was the two times he missed Jordan Reed wide open in … Continue reading →

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Should the Bears Have Signed James Jones? Only if Aaron Rogers Came with Him.

Posted on September 24, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune answers another question: “Why didn’t the Bears claim James Jones off waivers before the Packers grabbed him?… Seem[s] Jones was much better than what the Bears had on their roster. — Greg M., Hayward, … Continue reading →

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New Quarterback, New Game Plan

Posted on September 24, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune answers your questions: “How much different will the offensive scheme look with Jimmy Clausen? I expect a run heavy offense. — @naterbachhh “The offense has been pretty balanced under coordinator Adam Gase to this … Continue reading →

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Brock Osweiler in 2016? It’s Not Impossible.

Posted on September 24, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Troy Renck at The Denver Post answers your questions: “If we don’t re-sign Brock Osweiler by the end of the season, what do you think happens? Go with Trevor Siemian or draft high again? “— Brooks Lee, Kalamazoo, Mi. “Brooks: … Continue reading →

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