Week 6 Pre-Game Open Thread
by Kev H on Oct 17, 2010 8:39 AM CDT
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PrintWeek 6 is upon us, and not a moment too soon.
The Bears come into the week on top of the NFC North, and indeed, at the top of the NFC. Their grasp on the division lead takes a step towards stranglehold if the Miami Dolphins and Dallas Cowboys can get the win as well. 4-1 sounds nice, but 5-1 sounds sweeter.
Some other fun-looking matchups this weekend:
Baltimore v New England
Jets v Broncos
Colts v Redskins (The Bears' Week 7 opponents.)
Some links after the jump, and your first quarter game thread will be up just before kickoff. Have a good one, and be supersafe, my young padawans.
Special teams units ready to battle - I think this will be a highlight of the game. Which means I'm dooming it to be terrible.
Running game a must for Chicago Bears - If nothing else, to preserve Cutler's ability to stand-up and be not dead.
Scouting report — Matt Hasselbeck, Seahawks QB - I personally am not sure he's got too much left, but sometimes restructuring can be rejuvenating.
Safety-returner Danieal Manning proving to be sound investment for Chicago Bears - Just think--what if he'd been allowed to learn one defensive position, too.
Bears' special teams something to watch - For me, at least, I think this is sort of funny because this is the least overall talented ST unit the Bears have had in the past few years.
The current and long-term value of Charles Tillman - Possible safety move in the future? Perhaps it's becoming more likely...
Here's the long and short of it - Short yardage is crucial.
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I wonder if I can see the game on TV here in DC. Probably not.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
mmmm
Looks like your options are Balt./NE or Philly/Atlanta
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thanks. i'll find another way (sports bar?) or listen on wbbm....
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
I'm not too scared of the Seagulls this week.
I expect Jay to play well, and I expect the O-line to have a good game pass blocking.
I just wish, Jay would throw more checkdowns to the backs and TE, after they chip on the ends. Thats just easy yards right there,
If Tillman does move to safety...
Could this mean that we could take a cornerback with our top pick next year? I know we should draft an O-lineman, but I have a feeling that it just won’t happen.
Thanks Bobby!
Swap those picks around and I agree.
Or a 2nd round 3 technique tackle. Tillman is still playing well at CB though this season, he deserves to stay put until he proves he can’t do it anymore.
by PolishSausage.Ditka.Bears. on Oct 17, 2010 10:06 AM CDT up reply actions
Depends
DT, CB, C/G will be high on the list for next year’s draft. I think we’re set at tackle as long as Omi continues to play well, and Webb develops under Tice’s tutelage. Filling Tommie’s position has to be the number one priority since the defense needs better production there than what he’s giving the unit. It would certainly be nice to have a “lockdown” CB in the cover-2 scheme.
"How do you know somebody is great? When you see how they respond to adversity. Anybody can man a ship when the waters are calm." - Jerry Angelo
Agreed.
In this day and age, a shutdown corner is probably the most important kind of player you can have on defense. But I still think we need to draft a center with our top pick. Olin is getting pretty old.
Thanks Bobby!
by GouldisGold on Oct 17, 2010 10:22 AM CDT up reply actions
I'm not sure "adequate" is enough at left tackle
in martz’s scheme. It’s never really been successful without a top-flight (think Pace) player at that position.
The poster formerly known as Freethefro.
draft?
already? cant we wait for, u know, the end of the season? (or after the Super Bowl, since the Bears are gonna be playin in Dallas…)
sheesh…ill prob come back and give u all my 2 bits during the game, which i cant watch cuz im in NJ, seeing as i gotta a cpl a essays 4 skool.
(translated: ignore me…im busy)
Is running really a must?
against Washington sure, but the Seahawks? I expect 350+ yards passing 50 yards rushing.
by 62bearsthe best on Oct 17, 2010 10:40 AM CDT reply actions
I Like the size of our line
That said, they have to keep building what they did last week and we are a big line with the changes made and Williams and Omi in the left side should be a scary sight for teams with lesser lines. The Seahawks are 2nd in rush d but is mostly for size and not skill. If we can establish the run first (mostly to keep Cutler upright) it will do wonders for our Pass O and they’ll be in for a long day (hopefully) with their poor pass D.
Pof, Pof, Pasa! Watch out for the monsters!
they are good vs the run but don't have a good pass rush.
looks like we will pass to establish the run
by 62bearsthe best on Oct 17, 2010 10:58 AM CDT up reply actions
That's good news!
So Iwuh and a reliable TE who can do all. Hope he is used in a lot of different ways (Backfield, outside and slot) Cause he creates a lot of mismatches. Who’s on special teams then, Rdent? If you know get back at me, man.
Pof, Pof, Pasa! Watch out for the monsters!
All TE's are active, as are the all WR's
Sounds to me like we’re geared for an air assault.
That STILL sounds so odd
when talking about the Bears…
by David in Maine on Oct 17, 2010 11:08 AM CDT up reply actions
hopefully...
how abt 400 yds and 4 tds… i got cutler on 3 of my fantasy teams…out of 4
(the other 1s manning, for those of u who give a….)
I think you'll be happy with the results
Cutler may have a career game today.
As much as I hate Briggs being out
I think it’s the right thing to do. Can’t risk hurting him more, we’ll really need him down the stretch.
What's up fellas
sold my tickets for the game today so I will be on the thread!!
"We were freaking robbed!! Our defense totally dominated all day! What? we gave up nearly 500 yards on defense? Yeah but we stopped them on the 1 yrd line! Our D is awesome!!"
- Entire kool aid drinkin' Pride of Detroit site-
Welcome!
"I am a sinner who does not expect forgiveness. But I am not a government official." - Francis Wolcott
by Maelvampyre on Oct 17, 2010 11:43 AM CDT up reply actions
Woohoo
Chris Myers, Brian Billick calling the game…..WEEEEEEE
Candy is dandy but liquor is quicker......
- Jay Cutler on how he handles stress playing behind the O Line
Also
Al Riveron crew reffing the game today…..For those that care….
Candy is dandy but liquor is quicker......
- Jay Cutler on how he handles stress playing behind the O Line
by CloudyFuture on Oct 17, 2010 11:19 AM CDT up reply actions
Also looking forward to the Desparation Bowl
later this afternoon….even thought I hate rooting for the Cowboys….
by David in Maine on Oct 17, 2010 11:15 AM CDT reply actions
Cowboy fan for the day!!!
"We were freaking robbed!! Our defense totally dominated all day! What? we gave up nearly 500 yards on defense? Yeah but we stopped them on the 1 yrd line! Our D is awesome!!"
- Entire kool aid drinkin' Pride of Detroit site-
+1
having to choose btw boys and vike is like… choosing who u want to win a dress-up contest between miley and britney
bad example, i know
I hate the vikes
but I also hate the boys. Still, I’ll have to root for Romo (puke) today, if for no other reason than to read all the bitching over at DN.
jajajajajaja
I’m just joshing, man. Whenever someone mentions brtiney or miley I go blank with rage!!! Wanna kill somebody, especially Miley and Britney! :)
Pof, Pof, Pasa! Watch out for the monsters!
Peanut at Safety
why does everyone keep forgetting thats what he played in college and was drafted as….its his natural position
by Tommy Ohyeah Mcduffie on Oct 17, 2010 11:19 AM CDT reply actions
He is at CB,
They’re talking about in the future….
by David in Maine on Oct 17, 2010 11:27 AM CDT up reply actions
With Briggs' ankle
seemingly on the fritz, does anyone think it would be a good idea to pick up Merriman upon his release ? I would like to see if he could revive it here, or at least someone to rotate briggs with if Lance’s injury is going to be an issue going forward this season.
Wolfe?
from what i heard he could hold down Tila Tequila, wolfe is about that size, right?
by GtM on Oct 17, 2010 11:35 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
i double that hell no
3-4 linebackers fit in 4-3 schemes like 4-3 dt’s fit in 3-4 schemes
plus merriman gets injured too much and isnt fully focused on fb
by Tommy Ohyeah Mcduffie on Oct 17, 2010 12:03 PM CDT up reply actions
Would
merrimen come in willing to be a back up for less money and possibly have to play ST….I doubt that….From reading charger boards he is just not the same player……
Candy is dandy but liquor is quicker......
- Jay Cutler on how he handles stress playing behind the O Line
by CloudyFuture on Oct 17, 2010 11:34 AM CDT up reply actions
Money
That would be the hypothetical situation, He obviously wouldn’t come in as a starter. Just as someone to look at if Briggs is going to be injury bug this year.
And he has been injured the past couple years from what i understand. He is on IR now. Maybe like Urlacher past couple seasons, he could bounce back?
Merriman was gooned on the juice
…he didn’t start to have problems until he was busted. We don’t need this dude.
"I am a sinner who does not expect forgiveness. But I am not a government official." - Francis Wolcott
by Maelvampyre on Oct 17, 2010 11:41 AM CDT up reply actions
after the way he dis'd lacker in 07?
guy only played pass rush in a 3,4 at SD not a fit here
by 62bearsthe best on Oct 17, 2010 11:36 AM CDT reply actions
does anyone have an online game link please
No Bears on TV here this weekend.
"I am a sinner who does not expect forgiveness. But I am not a government official." - Francis Wolcott
atdhe.net usually has the games
Also, wait for Smudgers(David Taylor) to link up Greg Punzo who also has a twitter you can check out.
will do, thanks
I need to get a new video provider.
"I am a sinner who does not expect forgiveness. But I am not a government official." - Francis Wolcott
by Maelvampyre on Oct 17, 2010 12:01 PM CDT up reply actions
Aaaaand there's Fox already pimping the next game
Looking to get as far away from this matchup as possible.
by Steven Schweickert on Oct 17, 2010 11:58 AM CDT reply actions
Oh man, I'm nervous
Just a little, we need an impressive showing today.
by Chitownproduct on Oct 17, 2010 12:01 PM CDT reply actions
Thanks to all for the online game link! Just wanted to give props now!
"I am a sinner who does not expect forgiveness. But I am not a government official." - Francis Wolcott
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