Bears Notes: Lions' Pass Rush Has Bears' Full Attention
The Lions defense is tops in the league in points allowed and rushing yards.
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The Lions defense is tops in the league in points allowed and rushing yards.
The status of injured defenders Lance Briggs and Kyle Fuller remains unclear.
The chorus of boos at the halftime whistle was much louder than the Bears' play. Chicago trailed Tampa Bay 10-0 and should have been losing by more.
Plus, Lance Briggs says Lovie Smith "should be remembered as one of the great coaches in Chicago."
Plus, Jared Allen and Lance Briggs respond to the noise surrounding Mel Tucker's job security.
There's so much to consider with this mess that the Bears have become.
With the end near, does Briggs remember all that the Bears have done for him?
It would be nice for a veteran leader to be engaged, even if he's injured.
"I understand this is probably my last year as a Chicago Bear," Lance Briggs says.
Michael Ola will start in place of Jordan Mills at right tackle.
Also, Jon Bostic is doubtful, and Jordan Mills is questionable.
Danny McCray sat out practice, but Chris Conte looks like he's on track to play Sunday.
Chris Conte was a full participant, suggesting he'll be ready to play Sunday.
"The only thing I regret is that the door wasn't closed," Brandon Marshall says.
This is another big blow to a Bears team already reeling at 3-4.
Jon Bostic and Lance Briggs are both inactive for the second straight week.
Danny McCray or Brock Vereen will have to step up at safety.
The Bears' starting offensive line practiced together for the first time since Week 1.
Khaseem Greene, Darryl Sharpton and Christian Jones impressed Sunday.
A win in Atlanta was the most complete game Chicago has played all season.
Bostic and Williams join Briggs and McClellin on the inactive list.
The Bears' linebacking corps has been hit hard by injury.
Jeremiah Ratliff is recovering from a concussion.
Briggs, Williams, Bostic and McClellin all sat out Wednesday's practice.
Plus, Charles Tillman's season-ending injury is having a tickle-down effect.