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Originally posted by Scott Campbell
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Minnesota's gonna beat the Bears twice?Chuck Norris doesn't cut his grass, he just stares at it and dares it to grow -
I don't think Vandermause comes across as a complete homer, so it's a bit encouraging to see him optimistic.
He sees the OL situation like I do.[Comment From Cory]
I understand that it is too early to tell much, but do you see the Packers being a strong competitor in the NFC?
I happen to view the Packers from the glass being half full, rather than half empty. After last season's 6-10 record, you fall into one of two camps. You either believe the 2007 season, when the team made it to the NFC title game, was a fluke and the Packers aren't really very good. Or you believe the 2008 season was a fluke and the Packers suffered some bad breaks and an inordinate number of close losses, and their final record didn't reflect their talent. So, are they closer to 13-3 or 6-10? I think they will finish with at least a 10-6 record and make the playoffs this season. That's a very early forecast and a lot can change between now and the fall. But my gut instinct tells me this team will be pretty good this season.
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Who do you think will start on the OL by Game 1?
LT - Clifton. LG - Colledge. C - Spitz. RG - Sitton. RT - Barbre or Lang.
Sorry for waffling at right tackle, but we simply haven't seen enough of Lang to know whether he can start as a rookie. I think he'll be given the opportunity, but if he looks too green, Barbre will likely get the nod because he's a little more seasoned.Apparently, Raji passes the eyeball test.[Comment From RON]
Is the O Line as big a mess as it appears? Again no free agents especially for a vital area of the team!
I don't think it's the mess you make it out to be. There are a lot of up-and-coming young players (Colledge, Spitz, Sitton, for example) who could just be coming into their own. It's put up or shut up time for those players. If they fall on their faces this season, then your stance will be proven correct. From what I've seen, I think there's a greater chance they will step up and be solid offensive linemen.
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How does Raji look?
Remember, players are only practicing in shorts and shirts. But from what I have seen in the OTAs, Raji looks good. He has quickness, agility, bulk and looks like the real deal. I think he has the chance to be a force on the defensive line this season. But again, it's early, and until the pads go on, we won't know for sure."There's a lot of interest in the draft. It's great. But quite frankly, most of the people that are commenting on it don't know anything about what they are talking about."--Ted ThompsonComment
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That's cool stuff Harve.
I'm glad to hear that about Raji. That pic that was posted on here made Raji look like a fat doofus. I hope he's better than he photographs.
My prediction to come, I'm trying to think of some stuff to rib Fritz!Comment
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Originally posted by Dabaddestbear
I can't run no more with that lawless crowd
While the killers in high places say their prayers out loud
But they've summoned, they've summoned up a thundercloud
They're going to hear from me - Leonard CohenComment
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Week 1: Chicago - Win
Week 2: Cincinnati - Win
Week 3: @St Louis - Win
Week 4: @Minnesota - Win (Old #4 gets rattled early after a Raji dry hump and never gets it going)
Week 5: BYE
Week 6: Detroit - Win
Week 7: @Cleveland - Win
Week 8: Minnesota - Win
Week 9: @Tampa - Win
Week 10: Dallas - Win
Week 11: San Fran - Win
Week 12: @Detroit - Win
Week 13: Baltimore - Win
Week 14: @Chicago - Loss
Week 15: @Pittsburgh - Loss
Week 15: Seattle - Win
Week 16: Arizona - WinC.H.U.D.Comment
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It's still early, but right now I don't see the Bears as more than an 8-8 team.
The defense is nowhere near what it once was.
Several contributing factors:
Tommie Harris, due to big money-itis and injuries, is just not the player he once was. Urlacher is beginning to slow down. And the biggest loss of all is the departure of Mike Brown, whose instincts and leadership won't be replaced.
Offense : Yes, Cutler has the potential to be a very good qb, but he also has the potential to never be much more than a strong arm. Time will tell. To listen to the Bear shills, he is on his way to Canton already, but I think the jury is still very much out.
The offensive line just does not look all that impressive. Pace will be fine for a year or two, but injuries have derailed him lately more often than not. Twelve years of pounding have taken a toll on Kreutz. The guards are journeymen, at best.
Good TE's, but the receivers are very sub-par.
Just don't see this team rising much, if at all, above the average level.Who Knows? The Shadow knows!Comment
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Oooh, a bump in the road in weeks 14 and 15. How many here are calling for MMs and TTs heads after the back to back losses down the stretch?Originally posted by Freak Out
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I almost went Iron Mike and went with 16-0.Originally posted by hoosierOooh, a bump in the road in weeks 14 and 15. How many here are calling for MMs and TTs heads after the back to back losses down the stretch?Originally posted by Freak Out
C.H.U.D.Comment
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Vikings: 10-6
Packers: 9-7
Chicago: 8-8
Lions: 6-10
I think the Pack will be greatly improved - but the new D scheme, along with some of our better starters being another year older AND counting too much on D on new players makes me less optimistic about a breakout year.
I think Chicago's D is nowhere close to what is used to be - but an improved offense will not send them into a tailspin.
Vikings will be able to run - and a stout D will get them the best record.
The Lions will be playing better - but still rebuilding.'Til the EndComment
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Minny 12-4 with BF or 10-6 without
Muppets of the Midway 8-8
Packers 7-9
Detroit 4-12
Sigh. Another long year!
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d00d, I was only three off.Originally posted by Freak OutI almost went Iron Mike and went with 16-0.
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My new best freind !Originally posted by Fritz
Sorry cheeseheads, Da BEARS are for REAL again !
Go BEARS Go !NFCN Champs 2005 & 2006, NFC Champs 2006
"Some people go though life wondering if they have made a difference, ... Marines do not have that problem." - Ronald ReganComment
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Who is the "Homer" here ?Originally posted by Scott Campbell
NFCN Champs 2005 & 2006, NFC Champs 2006
"Some people go though life wondering if they have made a difference, ... Marines do not have that problem." - Ronald ReganComment
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No one ever went broke underestimating the intelligence of bear fans.Originally posted by BEARMANComment
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Naw, I was just having some fun with the doom-and-gloomers on this board.Originally posted by Packers4EverI heard Fritz is a long-timeOriginally posted by cpk1994
Bears fan, right Fritz?
:P :P"The Devine era is actually worse than you remember if you go back and look at it."
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