Category Archives: Chicago Bears

Bears Wide Receivers Need to Step Up for Offensive Season to Be a Success

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune is spot on with this comment: “If the Bears want to continue to have success running the ball, they’re going to have to find a way to open up the passing game downfield. Yes, … Continue reading →

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Imagine That. Some Encouraging Words From a Packer.

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Those looking for encouragement – and I think we all are – will find some in the weekly “10 Thoughts” column by Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune. He quotes Packers guard T.J. Lang: “‘They were playing us nickel to our … Continue reading →

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Welcome Back, Sam Acho

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Tom Shannon

As suggested here as a possibility when he was released, Sam Acho has been resigned by the Bears. Apparently his release was only temporary to get an extra healthy body on to the roster. Lamin Barrow apparently will remain, however, … Continue reading →

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New Next Fan Up Week 1 Breakdown

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Had a wonderful time breaking down Week One games with with Pats fan Patrick Siska and Eagles fan Mark Sitko.  Lot’s of fun and information fun with these guys. Check Out Football Podcasts at Blog Talk Radio with Next Fan Up on … Continue reading →

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Bears Can’t Get No Satisfaction?

Posted on September 14, 2015 by Tom Shannon

David Haugh at the Chicago Tribune is concerned that the Bears aren’t a tad more upset at losing their game against the packers Sunday: “Too many others sounded like guys on a Bears team that hasn’t won a game since … Continue reading →

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Bears Offensive Line Problems Aren’t Over Yet

Posted on September 14, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Rich Campbell at the Chicago Tribune quotes Kyle Long on his struggles at right tackle: “I had my struggles individually, and I did some things that I can keep my head up,’ he said. ‘I thought I played pretty hard. … Continue reading →

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The Bears Need More from Jay Cutler

Posted on September 14, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune criticizes quarterback Jay Cutler after yesterday’s loss: “With a roster in full rebuilding mode and a defense short on playmakers, the Bears figure to employ a similar strategy much of the season. Pile up … Continue reading →

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Quick Comments: Green Bay at Chicago 9/13/15

Posted on September 13, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Offense The Bears made no secret of their desire to run, starting the game with double tight ends for the first two plays. The Packers, of course, put eight (and sometimes nine) in the box. It was fairly obvious early … Continue reading →

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Sam Acho Released, May Come Back

Posted on September 13, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Dan Wiederer at the Chicago Tribune reports that outside linebacker Sam Acho has been released to make room on the roster for fellow linebacker Lamin Barrow. Barrow drafted out of LSU in the fifth round by the Broncos last year … Continue reading →

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Better to Have Loved and Lost Than Never to Have Loved at All

Posted on September 13, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Dorothy Parker once wrote: “Oh, life is a glorious cycle of song, “A medley of extemporanea; “And love is a thing that can never go wrong; “And I am Marie of Romania.” Ramona Rice at SportsGalPal.com makes the case that … Continue reading →

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