Bears Could Face Another Rookie QB
Some things this season have just gone the Bears' way. They've been able to stay healthy, and have faced some teams that are dealing with injuries to key positions. You can add the Minnesota Vikings to that list.
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Some things this season have just gone the Bears' way. They've been able to stay healthy, and have faced some teams that are dealing with injuries to key positions. You can add the Minnesota Vikings to that list.
The Bears never seem to get any respect, even when they're winning there are plenty of people who doubt their talent. And the players and coaches embrace this notion of them.
The Bears have had success this season with their cover two defensive scheme. The Bears didn't change for Michael Vick and the Philadelphia Eagles, and they probably won't change for Tom Brady and the Patriots.
Back in training camp it looked as if Major Wright had all the tools to become a starter on the Bears' defense this season. So for that hasn't happened, but he's been getting his chances. Could this week be the week he makes the jump?
Earl Bennett had a career day against the Lions. He, along with the rest of the offense, is showing signs of progress and the wins are staring to add up as a result.
The Bears' offense has been making tremendous strides over the past few games. Jay Cutler's improvement has been most visible and it stems from a change in the Martz scheme.
This was by far the best Bears' win this season. It was also Jay Cutler's best game as a Chicago Bear, and not just because of the stats.
With a lead the NFC North the Bears are don't have to worry about what other teams are doing. But with a few losses that could change.
From before the season even started people we're expecting four or five wins from the Bears. However, ten games into the season they stand at 7-3 and look like a playoff lock.
Over the past few games, the Bears' formula to success has been a dominating defense and a balanced offense. While this is similar to the 2006 team, Brad Biggs explains why this team is much different defensively.
The Miami Dolphins are down to their third string quarterback. However, Tyler Thigpen isn't a typical third string quarterback. But, his athleticism shouldn't make him a threat for the Bears defense.
The Mike Martz offense is heavily based on passing the ball down field. And Over his career, Martz has done little to change from that. But after the success of the Bears with a balanced offense, will Martz break from his tradition?
Many Bears fans have been shouting for Lovie Smith to be fired for some time now. According to Brad Biggs, Lovie is secure in his position, unless the team misses the playoffs.
Jay Cutler has all the talent to become an elite quarterback in the NFL. There was another former NFL quarterback who had all the skills, but Jeff George never lived up to his potential. And that's exactly what Cutler is trying to avoid.
On paper this Sunday should be an easy win for the Bears. But like the saying goes, any team can win on any given Sunday. And that possibility is putting some pressure on Lovie Smith and the Bears.
The players, fans and coaches all know that the Bears need to run the ball. But the $64,000 question is how much do they need to run.
Julius Peppers' impact so far this season has gone beyond the stat sheet. And for that reason he needs to be considered as the team's most valuable player.
The Bears offense has been struggling and carries most of the blame for the ugly losses the team has suffered. The defense on the other hand, has been keeping the team in games.
