The Bears Den: September 27, 2010

Schlereth picks the Bears, 24-23.

No link, heard it on the radio on the way into work.

So that counteracts the essence of douche.

Picked the Bears as his upset on Fox Sunday…everyone else is kissing the Pack a** as usual.

… Will put him in the talks of great men like Jesus, Chuck Norris, and Mr. T.

When dissing the Bears, critics often point out they don’t have a “No. 1 receiver.”

But that makes them like most teams in the NFL, including the Super Bowl champion Saints and the Packers, who have one of the league’s most respected passing games. ~ Dan Pompei

Great point that MANY analysts didn’t consider this offseason.

Saying to target Sam Shields their rookie corner. What about Morgan Burnett at safety? Anyone know how has he played this year? Seems like another person to target just being a rookie.

I know I would feel great having him look like a fool just from the little bit of bad taste left from the draft where they moved up taking him (while many wanted him in Chicago and our rookie safety has yet to make the field due to injuries).

Disclaimer: I am not trying to spark Wright vrs. Burnett debate again or put down on Major, just get that out there before wildfire lets loose.

It’s not the night game crap or the pundits/odds makers. I think the Bears are in for a tough game against an offense that is coming into its own about a year ahead of the Bears offense. IMO, the Bears need to play the “limit the big play” defense to win. Bowen’s bit about the 5-man rush and the importance of the SS in tonight’s game are spot on. The Bears need to be aggressive on offense and play smart on defense. I’d like to see more Forte, Taylor and Olsen on screens and sweeps and play rushing offense on the move. STill, there is a lingering doubt about the preparedness of this improving Bears team that concerns me. This is my most anticipated game of this young season. If the Bears win, they are 90% of the way to the NFC title game!

breaking down our defensive looks and possible counters. See, the Bears actually run a zone-blitz similar to what a 3-4 team does. Also, contrary to thought, Cutler struggled versus the Packers’ nickel and not their base 3-4 scheme.

What is your prediction for tonight’s game and what will be the MAJOR contributing unit/player/stat line/in-game decision?

ChicagoMarine’s Prediction: 16-13 Bears

Factor?: Front 7 of the Bears will cause two (2) turnovers that put a kibosh on two effective drives by the Packers.

high scoring game 31-27
we stop clay 31… we dont 27

picked the Bears to at least cover on PFW….Hub took the pack because “they are just to good and they are more talented than the Bears” IIRC…..

But the pack has been able to break big runs against us the past couple seasons. That must change tonight.

And, I’d be more than happy to eat a big serving of crow tomorrow morning for breakfast.

Go get it done!

According to Jason La Canfora of NFL.com, Singletary has fired offensive coordinator Jimmy Raye, a day after saying in Kansas City that he would remain in his role. Per the report, quarterbacks coach Mike Johnson will take over the coordinator duties becoming the third under Singletary. Remember, it was Singletary who determined he could not work with Mike Martz at the end of the 2008 season.

http://twitter.com/JasonLaCanfora/status/25692920985

I think THIS is the problem with having an OVERLY emotional head coach on your football team. As much as I love “The Samurai”, his overly agressive approach to the game is almost like a fan’s reaction week-to-week.

I don’t see him lasting long as a HC. He’ll be a great DC though.

I am worried though, the Packers are a legit team and it can still be argued as to whether or not we’re for real or not. This game will be the ultimate early season test. I always get nervous before night games because it seems like the Bears under Lovie haven’t done well on MNF.

That being said, I think even if we lose close it’s still good for the team to be able to show that we can hang with a team like the Pack.

more than 1 win in the first 4-5 games myself, “things” just weren’t adding up for me from off season to pre season. Obviously feeling good right now and if they can pull it off tonight…I don’t mind bendin’ over for a swift kick in the “south end zone”. It is imperative that Forte, Chester and Olsen have really good games and control what the “O” is trying to do, if they’re on then you know Jay can beat ‘em on at least a couple big plays. Going to have to put up at least 27, Rodgers aint goin’ away unless they make him go away, c’mon Pepmiester lay a heavy hand on him(not to the head),Anderson, get with it man!!, Harris,Izzy, crank it up guy’s and make that “statement”. This is going to be a tough one to win, Green Bay is poised to go a long way this year but they gotta get by them to get where they want to go…. give ’em hell Bears"!!!!!

Cutler is 17-0 when QB Rating is 100.0 or above.

And doesn’t the fact the Cowboys beat the Texans at home, combined with us beating the Vikings last year, who were playing for home field through the playoffs, legitimize this team in anybody else’s eyes?

That’s a really poorly structured sentence, that’s supposed to show we can beat good teams.

Being the Pack I am kind of hoping for another Raiders type one personally.

R.I.P.