NUance
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Yeah, that was painful to watch. On offense anyway. At least the D looked good. Julius Peppers is a force to be reckoned with.
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suh_fan93
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The first half our D looked good. The second half was entirely different story. Offensively is there anyone in the league with a worse offensive line?
Also I am lost with Martz on a few things. Wouldn't you think a 6 time pro bowl center (Kreutz) would be able to handle the shotgun? I'm assuming Martz doesn't think he can handle it because why on earth would you let Cutler continue trying a 3-5 step drop with your offensive line getting beat so badly? How about at least rolling the pocket? Also did anyone else notice the routes our receivers were running? Even in the 2nd half with guys in Cutlers face they were still running 15-20 yard routes straight up the field and there was no way Cutler was going to have time to get those guys the ball.
I totally questioned Mike Martz's playcalling/decision making also given our offensive line woes. Horrible.
Also I am lost with Martz on a few things. Wouldn't you think a 6 time pro bowl center (Kreutz) would be able to handle the shotgun? I'm assuming Martz doesn't think he can handle it because why on earth would you let Cutler continue trying a 3-5 step drop with your offensive line getting beat so badly? How about at least rolling the pocket? Also did anyone else notice the routes our receivers were running? Even in the 2nd half with guys in Cutlers face they were still running 15-20 yard routes straight up the field and there was no way Cutler was going to have time to get those guys the ball.
I totally questioned Mike Martz's playcalling/decision making also given our offensive line woes. Horrible.
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suh_fan93
Heisman Trophy Winner
Turner may help Bears' pass rush
October, 22, 2010 Oct 221:58PM CT
By Jeff DickersonLAKE FOREST, Ill. -- Rookie defensive end Barry Turner could help the Chicago Bears' defense improve its pass rush, according to head coach Lovie Smith.
"When you talk about defensive end, first off, you say can a guy rush the passer," Smith said Friday. "That's what we've seen from him. [He's a] live body, athletic, with speed off the corner. We don't have a lot of guys like him, as far as what he brings to the table.
"Eventually, when you get on the 53-man roster, you have a chance to some day get up. He'll have a chance to some day get up.
Turner, elevated from the Bears practice squad Tuesday, was an undrafted rookie free agent out of Nebraska who finished his collegiate career with 17 sacks, which ranks eighth in Cornhusker history. The 6-3, 259-pound defensive end first caught the team's eye during organized team activities, and followed that up with a solid training camp.
"It's my dream to play in the NFL, to play with Brian Urlacher, Julius Peppers, Tommie Harris and all the other great guys," Turner said. "This week has been a dream come true."
In addition to refining his pass rush skills, Turner spent extra time after practice working with Bears special teams coach Dave Toub, a strong indication the Bears are preparing to dress Turner on game day.
"Early in my college career I played all special teams, so I'm familiar with special teams and understand the importance of special teams," Turner said.
October, 22, 2010 Oct 221:58PM CT
By Jeff DickersonLAKE FOREST, Ill. -- Rookie defensive end Barry Turner could help the Chicago Bears' defense improve its pass rush, according to head coach Lovie Smith.
"When you talk about defensive end, first off, you say can a guy rush the passer," Smith said Friday. "That's what we've seen from him. [He's a] live body, athletic, with speed off the corner. We don't have a lot of guys like him, as far as what he brings to the table.
"Eventually, when you get on the 53-man roster, you have a chance to some day get up. He'll have a chance to some day get up.
Turner, elevated from the Bears practice squad Tuesday, was an undrafted rookie free agent out of Nebraska who finished his collegiate career with 17 sacks, which ranks eighth in Cornhusker history. The 6-3, 259-pound defensive end first caught the team's eye during organized team activities, and followed that up with a solid training camp.
"It's my dream to play in the NFL, to play with Brian Urlacher, Julius Peppers, Tommie Harris and all the other great guys," Turner said. "This week has been a dream come true."
In addition to refining his pass rush skills, Turner spent extra time after practice working with Bears special teams coach Dave Toub, a strong indication the Bears are preparing to dress Turner on game day.
"Early in my college career I played all special teams, so I'm familiar with special teams and understand the importance of special teams," Turner said.
sewardite4NU
Five-Star Recruit
Nice win today. And if I had a dollar for every Viking fan blaming the grass for their receivers falling over, I would have no need to go to college.
C N Red
All-American
Huge bears fan 20+ years here. Gotta say this year actually has some hope esp compared to last year. However, the oline is still worrisome even though they did pretty well today. Also need to get at least one big time receiver. But the D seems to be getting better. Definitely optimistic and hope we get to the playoffs this year. GBB!
NUance
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suh_fan93
Heisman Trophy Winner
I was not expecting that kind of game out of the Bears yesterday. Honestly I cannot believe we are 8-3. I'd still like to see the Bears make a major upgrade at offensive line in the offseason.
Julius Peppers made some big plays yesterday. Probably Cutler's best game as a Bear. I'm still trying to take it all in and understand it!
Julius Peppers made some big plays yesterday. Probably Cutler's best game as a Bear. I'm still trying to take it all in and understand it!