Bring on the Bears

[Smidgeon]

They don't need to make a statement. They need to play better and a win would be a nice side effect.

And the defense needs to stop the bleeding...

[smuggler]

I didn't see much of the game. Is there anything to REALLY be concerned about, or were we just due?

I know your question has been addressed, but here's my take:

1.) We can't generate any pressure whatsoever. If not for the wind yesterday, Orton and the Chiefs receivers would have shredded us and the score would have been embarassing.
2.) We can't pass protect. This is mostly due to injuries, but it's worth noting. The Chiefs were able to get pressure with 3 down linemen, and even with 2 down linemen on at least one occasion.
3.) The offensive playcalling was incredibly poor. This is a trend that I don't expect to change unless we change playcallers. (Therefore it won't ever change while McCarthy is coach)

[Pugger]

I know your question has been addressed, but here's my take:

1.) We can't generate any pressure whatsoever. If not for the wind yesterday, Orton and the Chiefs receivers would have shredded us and the score would have been embarassing.
2.) We can't pass protect. This is mostly due to injuries, but it's worth noting. The Chiefs were able to get pressure with 3 down linemen, and even with 2 down linemen on at least one occasion.
3.) The offensive playcalling was incredibly poor. This is a trend that I don't expect to change unless we change playcallers. (Therefore it won't ever change while McCarthy is coach)

I didn't have a problem with MM's playcalling. Why is it that folks only question a playcaller when the plays called don't work? The only head scratcher I had was the wild cat play with Cobb taking the snap. If our guys would have caught some passes on 3rd down and blocked better MM's playcalling wouldn't be called into question. Yesterday's offensive problems were because of lousy execution and not scheme.

[denverYooper]

I didn't have a problem with MM's playcalling. Why is it that folks only question a playcaller when the plays called don't work? The only head scratcher I had was the wild cat play with Cobb taking the snap. If our guys would have caught some passes on 3rd down and blocked better MM's playcalling wouldn't be called into question. Yesterday's offensive problems were because of lousy execution and not scheme.

I thought they did that to send a message to Rodgers that he needed to settle his ass down. I didn't think it had anything to do with trying to get cute. They did that and handed off to Grant twice on that drive.

[Joemailman]

Anyone heard any news on Bulaga? I would assume he would have had an MRI today. I think the Packers handle the Bears if he can play. If they have to move Lang to RT and EDS to LG, all bets are off.

[Upnorth]

My biggest concern for the season is Buluga and Clifton, my biggest concern for the week is Newhouse vrs peppers. Newhouse has taken a step back the last two games.

[denverYooper]

Anyone heard any news on Bulaga? I would assume he would have had an MRI today. I think the Packers handle the Bears if he can play. If they have to move Lang to RT and EDS to LG, all bets are off.

M3 PC starting in a few...

[denverYooper]

Bulaga has a "kneecap sprain" and "will be challenged to play this week".

Sherrod had successful surgery last night.

[Joemailman]

Clifton will go through individual drills Wednesday.

[denverYooper]

Sounds like they're planning on Lang at RT on Sunday unless Bulaga tests out ok.

[denverYooper]

Clifton will go through individual drills Wednesday.

Yeah. He sure didn't sound very pawsitive about Cliffy for this week though.

But boy, would that be nice to get our dancing bear back.

[denverYooper]

Did anyone catch this article on Forte last week?

Sounds to me like the choice not to pay him could very well cost the Bears a playoff shot this year.

"A lot of people were speculating about Christmas Day [against the Packers] and things like that," Forte said. "But my mindset is, realistically, playoffs would be the only thing that I would really have my mind set on."

Forte says he would consider coming back if he's not 100 percent, but those close to him obviously want him to be careful, especially given his uncertain contract status.

"You got to make that decision personally," Forte said of not returning unless he's 100 percent. "My mindset is kind of set on that. I'm not going to really go out there and play unless I'm 100 percent and I can run straight ahead and sprint and make cuts, because as a running back you have to make people miss. You can't just take on hits and get pounded on. You'll have more injuries to rehab."

Translation: "Well, it's too bad they didn't pay me this year because now I really have to think hard about my meal ticket (my legs)." Think his approach might be different if they worked something out?

[MJZiggy]

I know your question has been addressed, but here's my take:

1.) We can't generate any pressure whatsoever. If not for the wind yesterday, Orton and the Chiefs receivers would have shredded us and the score would have been embarassing.
2.) We can't pass protect. This is mostly due to injuries, but it's worth noting. The Chiefs were able to get pressure with 3 down linemen, and even with 2 down linemen on at least one occasion.
3.) The offensive playcalling was incredibly poor. This is a trend that I don't expect to change unless we change playcallers. (Therefore it won't ever change while McCarthy is coach)

If not for the wind yesterday, our guys would have had a better performance as well. We've had issues with pass protection before that Rodgers dealt with by scrambling and quick release. He was just off. And I don't agree about the playcalling. There were a couple WTF moments, but overall, it was execution more than playcalling at issue.

[Harlan Huckleby]

Did anyone catch [URL="http://espn.go.com/chicago/conversations/_/id/7363755/to-return-chicago-bears-matt-forte-knee-aiming-100-percent"]Translation: "Well, it's too bad they didn't pay me this year because now I really have to think hard about my meal ticket (my legs)." Think his approach might be different if they worked something out?

I don't blame forte one bit. He is 100% effort player who is half their offense, and the Bears are hardballing him.
No way should he come back with knee that is not fully healed.

[George Cumby]

I don't blame forte one bit. He is 100% effort player who is half their offense, and the Bears are hardballing him.
No way should he come back with knee that is not fully healed.

No doubt. This is his last chance to make the big-bucks, he's the one reliable weapon on offense and they won't pay him. Weird.