Against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field.
This means one thing: I have to sit around at Josie Woods for eight hours and wait for the ballgame to start.
#2 jdawg said . . .means "one things"? That doesn't make a lot of grammatical sense.
And if memory serves, while it typically did us absolutely no good for the next morning, the team seemed to thrive on those early season Sunday night games.
March 23, 2009
#3 jdawg said . . .first bitches!
Mars I said Mars!
March 23, 2009
#4 shonbear said . . .Third bitches!
Mars!
March 23, 2009
#5 MattIsMyForte said . . .8 of the last 10 seasons we started the season away! The season is going to be an absolutely awful start if we lose that first game to the frickin Packers! Here's to hoping their new defense is crushed by an invigorated Kyle Orton, Matte Forte, Devin Hester, Gregg Olsen and Kevin Jones. In addition, the Defense inspired to show the world they are better than last years performance with better coaching (at least that's the party line right?)
March 23, 2009
#6 Shady said . . .Da Bears Will Dominate Sept.13 2009. No Doubt. Awesome way to start the season! W on the road against our division rival. Badass!
March 23, 2009
#7 Sarcastiholic said . . .Game 1 Sunday Night @ Packers, eh?
Well the first thing that comes to mind, is last year game 1 @IND where Matt Forte has his big debut, but after game 1, the Bears let the next 2 games vs. CAR and TB slip through their paws. But the big difference this year is obviously going to be that this time we play our eternal rival, the hated Fudge Packers. It's going to be crucial to establish dominance as soon as possible, both for this season as well as for the next 5 years. Both teams have new prospects at key positions and it's going to be great football watchin' come Sunday Night. Good job Goodell.
The other thing that comes to mind is the fact Lovie Smith has actually won 6 of his last 9 games @GB including 4 of the last 5... However in the last meeting GB destroyed CHI with a 37-3 beat down.
Still can't figure out what I think the Bears should do at #18... For now, I say trade down if there's a decent offer, but I certainly wouldn't mind if they moved up and grabbed Crabtree if he were to fall, or even Maclin - both better prospects than Heyward-Bey. The closer we get to the draft with no FA activity by JA in the WR market (outside of a letting Lloyd and Book go) the more feel JA is goinig to target a 1st round (#1) WR.
March 23, 2009
#8 The Ghost of Halas said . . .Think it's a great way to begin the season. Great chance for some revenge on the Packers for last season's road drubbing.
Get's the road game out of the way, and gives the Bears a chance to redeem themselves in Prime Time.
March 23, 2009
#9 CA BEAR FAN said . . .I like this.
We will face the Packers with the healthiest defense of the season. It matters less how Orton, Forte, Hester, [wide out yet to be selected], Chris Williams, and [offensive tackle yet to be selected] perform. If the defense can stop Aaron Rodgers and the Packers passing game we will win.
March 23, 2009
#10 O-Line wins games said . . .This means I can get drunk on sundays again!!!!!!!!!
March 23, 2009
#11 do said . . .3 comp picks including a 3rd rounder!!!
March 24, 2009
#12 Anonymous said . . .This is one of the best scenarios possible in my opinion. The only thing that could possibly be better is if it were the queens the first week.
With a healthy D we should be able to get a road W against a team that should compete for the division.
I like this opener for sure.
March 24, 2009
#13 Phil from SATX said . . .http://myespn.go.com/blogs/nfcnorth/0-9-112/Bears-score-in-compensatory-program.html
March 24, 2009
#14 BearDown1982 said . . .Great! Another 3rd rounder doesn't hurt! Are you smelling a long-term JA strategy? Lose the best players at their position to free agency (BB and BA both qualify) and get a bunch of extra 7th rounders, plus an occasional 3rd rounder that we can use on people like, hmmm... Michael Okwo, Garrett Wolfe, Dusty D - you know, the ones responsible for pushing us over the top, for getting us to the BIG GAME!
Excuse the cynicism, please. But I just know JA is looking at that extra third round pick and congratulating himself on being extra smart, even as we have not yet replaced Bernard Berrian nor Brandon Ayanbedejo.
At this stage in the offseason, NOT FEELIN IT YET, Bear fans. Just thinking a little "YIKES." Somebody cheer me up.
March 24, 2009
#15 Urlacher FTW said . . .Great news on the picks...we can use every single one of them.
I hate opening at night like this...like Jeff alluded to, we have to wait around all day for the Bears...plus, I can't drink as much because of work on Monday.
Well, at least if we win, you can ask for a better start to the season than a win over the Pack in Lambeau.
March 24, 2009
#16 AfroCelt said . . .Did you have to get up early today Phil? Lots of unusual negativity :)
I think it is a steal persnally. I mean Bernard Berrian and Brandon Ayanbedejo, really? At best a number 2 WR who got hugely overpaid (thanks Minnesota) and didn't come close to performing up to his paycheck; I would have traded Berrian for a 3rd rounder so it all worked out. Ayanbedejo... was a STer. I mean it was a great luxury to have such a stud ST specialist, but he sucks at Defense. The equivalent of like Hester on Offense. :)
Hester may never be a true number 1 but he can definately put up numbers as good as Berrian and hopefully Bennett will start to prove his worth; with Briggs, Urlacher, Roach, Hillenmeyer all trying to be starters... I mean a team can only have so much tied up in it's LBers., someone had to go. To me this is a good thing, the way JA picks I'd have rather had an extra 2nd rounder but you know close enough.March 24, 2009
#17 jdawg said . . .Gotta see if I can score some Tickets...the regulars at work won't give this one up for anything, especially if they know a Bears fan will sit in their season ticket seat :) .
March 24, 2009
#18 The Ghost of Halas said . . .Berrian was a 3rd round pick.
March 24, 2009
#19 MattIsMyForte said . . .So was Lance Briggs.
March 24, 2009
#20 Spanish Bear said . . .Amen #17 & #18
March 24, 2009
#21 jdawg said . . .So, technically speaking... we are now in PACKER WEEK!!! (although it is going to last 5 1/2 months).
March 24, 2009
#22 jeff said . . .start drinking
March 24, 2009
#23 BearDown1982 said . . .spanish, i love it. i'm going to end every post from here until september with "it's packer week."
March 24, 2009
#24 Phil from SATX said . . .Question...random...
Have any of you read the Michael Lewis book called The Blind Side? I had no idea that it was based on true events. Apparently, Michael Oher, the character whose life the book is based on, is moving up the draft boards. May even end up a Chicago Bear if he slips a bit.
Anyways, I thought it was a pretty good book. Details a lot of what goes on in the rough and tumble world of college recruiting. Check it out if you want a decent read.March 24, 2009
#25 Albert In Tucson said . . .I guess I DID get up on the wrong side of the Bears! It IS great to have another 3rd round pick. I just seem to be very pissed at Jerry Angelo these days - and I've previously been a big supporter. I think that the posting of the litany of high draft picks that have bitten the dust have helped, as have JA's continued limited activity in FA - I'm thinking that it may just be impossible to build a Super Bowl-contending team if you're making that many mistakes with high picks. I don't care how great you are at picking up the 7th rounders - there's usually a reason they're where they are. Maybe they develop into reasonably good starters, but are Super Bowl teams built on starters from the latter half of the draft?
Someone, perhaps one who is taking a sabbatical from their job (literally or figuratively), needs to work on that project. Pick the top teams in each conference, check out their draft history, how many are starters today, etc. There must be a relatively simple way to compare, there's not that many high draft picks in a year.
And I'll also stand by my statement - I'm not saying that they should have paid BB that money, they shouldn't have, but in losing him they had a duty to replace him and they DID NOT. BA, to me, proved his worth last year in the very obvious falloff at special teams coverage. I don't believe he's been replaced either. So it's great to pile up draft picks, but don't you probably need to grab some veterans in FA too? Wasn't this the year (second year in a row actually) that we needed at least one FA receiver? We're not done yet, I know - maybe it just feels like we're done and waiting for the draft. But unfortunately I no longer trust these people. JA is not showing me that he has a strategy in place to build a winner.
Eeyore will close with the promise that as soon as draft day gets here, I'll be happy and optimistic again. JEREMY MACLIN COME ON DOWN!! Until then, JA needs to sign someone, JUST TO MAKE ME HAPPY.
March 24, 2009
#26 Anonymous said . . .I find it extremely difficult to work up any enthusiasm for 2009 as the Bears blithley sit back and do virtually nothing to address this team's many needs.
March 24, 2009
#27 Duff Diggler said . . .Phil and Al, you guys are overlooking our biggest need that was addressed this offseason: the coaching changes on the D. This will prove to be the best move the team could have made this offseason.
I still want Cutler, and I still believe this will be a move made on Draft Day (because Denver owns the leverage). The price for Cutler will spike, as will the emotions, and Denver will walk away with a boatload of picks...
March 25, 2009
#28 Anonymous said . . .I think this third rounder gives JA more incentive to move up in the second...
We'll draft OT first. Then move up with our original 2nd and 3rd to grab the best WR left. Meanwhile, we'll still have a third rounder to go DE hopefully....
scenario thoughts?
March 25, 2009
#29 Shady said . . .If JA does not get a deal done for Cutler (which I believe he will push as hard as he can), and if Maclin is off the board @ 18, then I would like to see the Bears go after Eben Britton or Phil Loadholt at OT and Herman Johnson at OG. If we walk away with a combo of those two players we will add .75 yards per carry to our average for the next ten years.
The WR position is irrelevant until we get a QB who can stretch the field. Well, maybe I'm being a little critical. I would like a WR who can catch the ball. Bring back Mike Haas.
March 25, 2009
#30 Anonymous said . . .How terrible was it watching the o-line get absolutely NO push from the line on short downs? Guys like Herman Johnson and Duke Robinson are mammoth players coming out of school who would help end the curse of the 4th and inches by blowing the opposing d-line off the ball.
The other serious problem last year was 3rd and long... really long... on DEFENSE. We need a speedy 3rd down pass rusher in the early rounds (Larry English anyone?) who can challenge Mark Anderson for the 3rd string DE spot. It's 'Wale's contract year and the Bears need to develop a potential replacement for him if he becomes too expensive to keep next season. JA can afford to draft defense in rd. 1 because he can pick up a decent OT or OG in rd. 2 this year anyway considering the depth at the positions. Give Rod some fresh meat to work with, give this underperforming D-Line some youth and energy in the 1st and still be able to help the O-Line in the 2nd with a guy like Herman Johnson or Phil LOADholt... But what to do about WR?? Ahhh so many holes to fix!
March 25, 2009
#31 The Ghost of Halas said . . .http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/chi-25-bears-chicago-kenny-brittmar25,0,6605664.story
March 25, 2009
#32 Urlacher FTW said . . .God Damn Rules!
They've done away with the blocking wedge on kick returns (not that I was a big fan, nor did I implement it myself, but still). They have also outlawed helmet-to-side-of-helmet contact during blocking.
I hate the owner's meeting because every year they tinker with football a little bit more. I won't live to see it, but many of you might see the day when tackling is made illegal...God Damn Rules!
http://www.suntimes.com/sports/football/1492872,nfl-rules-safety-032409.article
March 25, 2009
#33 Wayne said . . .I agree with protecting the players but cccchhhrissst there are already flags on like every other damn ST play I swear. I bet about half the flags in a season are on STs and they are only on the field 1/4 of the time. Now there are more rules.
I did laugh at how Toub was more or less making fun of them with the whole "what about 2 2 man wedges" what if they are 3 yards apart, WTF how can you honestly consistently enforce that crap. It'd be like having the secondbase umpire calling strikes and balls.
I agree with the kickoff one though, 10 men running at you while you try to catch the ball could definately cause injury.
March 25, 2009
#34 Z said . . .Jeff, if I could be there I would. Just look out for me 'cause you never know.
March 25, 2009
#35 Anonymous said . . .The wedge is the only one that I think is unneccessary. The rest are fine.
Do you think that they should change overtime at all?
What definitely needs to change is the rookie guranteed money. Won't be changed nearly as easily as these rules do though.
March 25, 2009
#36 Vizzini said . . .#29 Larry English anyone?
Hell No!! 3-4 OLB
March 25, 2009
#37 jdawg said . . .#24 I don't think anyone needs to do extensive research to see that JA has been bad at drafting. Besides, just because someone is starting or on the team doesn't make it a good pick.
Just for arguments sake I looked at the Cardinals draft record. I'm just going to list the year followed by the amount of starters obtained/back ups
01-1/0
02-0/0
03-3/0(1st round WR bust)
04-4/0
05-2/0
06-1/3
07-1/3
08-2/4(I counted Hightower as a starter)The standout for the Cardnials in drafting when compared to the Bears is the 1st round success. They had a WR in 03 that isn't on the team and I'm not ready to call Leinhert a bust yet. I think when Warner is done he should be able to step right in. Other than those they have the 04, 05, 07, 08 picks starting(Leinhert was 06).
March 25, 2009
#38 Urlacher FTW said . . .not defending JA but Leinert = bust.
March 25, 2009
#39 Devin Hester said . . .Well, holy crap JA signs again.. and a starting RT.. how about that.
March 25, 2009
#40 zisk said . . .Im goona bee onn Jimm Rom is Burnin tommorrow :)
March 25, 2009
#41 zisk said . . .Bears picked up kevin shaffer.
March 25, 2009
#42 Pd said . . .If nothing else he's 2 years younger than st clair and has plenty of starting experience
March 25, 2009
#43 Vizzini said . . .I like this signing. Shaffer only missed 1 start in the last 2 seasons as the RT of the browns. Plus he looks really mean.
Any warm bodies with NFL experience at the OL helps. Now we can move Omi to LG and hopefully williams shapes up to be a good LT. Another OL in the 1st or 2nd round and our line starts to look alot better.
Does this mean we are going WR in the 1st round? I bet they pick Hicks at 18... not sure how i feel about that.
March 25, 2009
#44 zisk said . . .#37 I'm not disagreeing, just that compared to the Bears history it's not a complete failure.
Another safe play by JA. I must be getting sick. I have this weird feeling that could be confused with optimism. Of course they aren't out of the woods yet, but you have to agree that the picture isn't as grim as it was a few months ago.I'm just nervous about them getting the right WR.
March 25, 2009
#45 Z said . . .I've been thinking about it and I think there may be a decent chance crabtree falls to us. I can only see jacksonville or oakland (who have other huge needs too) picking a receiver before us and due to his injury he might not even be at the top of their boards. If this still sounds crazy keep in mind that none were selected in the first round last year. Crabtree first round OG second DE, FS third, and the team is looking competitive.
March 25, 2009
#46 Z said . . .God job JA. Some WR's and a starting S and I will shut up for a little bit.
March 25, 2009
#47 Phil from SATX said . . .Instant replay changes too
http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d80f71fc8&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=trueMarch 25, 2009
#48 The ARE said . . .Hey, I think JA signed that guy just for me! (see post #24)
Seriously, don't know nothing about him, don't care except that he is a RIGHT TACKLE!!!! Way to go Jerry!!
Sign a WR too!
You may just work your way from F to A! Thank you!
March 25, 2009
#49 jdawg said . . .Can't wait for the Green & Gold to spank that pitiful excuse for a team on opening day.
" Kyle is our Quarterback " LOL!
The Bears suck & their fans are even worse!
March 25, 2009
#50 zisk said . . .is "the ARE" like "The Knack"?
March 25, 2009
#51 BDG said . . .I forgot about the jets losing coles. If oakland and jacksonville pass on him jerry better call up san diego and trade up. Months before the game and the pack fags are already coming out. I love that I hate you so much.
March 25, 2009
#52 Anonymous said . . .And we gain some draft flexibility!!!!!! Thank you JA for the RT signing. Here's hoping he returns to the 2007 form. Very solid none the less and a upgrade over St. Clair in my mind. He does have LT experience in case he becomes a swing tackle in the future too. My hope is that we can take the best player available that fits are needs now at the 18th pick. OL, WR, S, or DE. If there is a stud grab him if not I'd be happy trading down to get multiple picks. I could also see Crabtree sliding SOME. Not all the way to 18th for sure but if he falls enough maybe they will get aggressive to move up for him. I love the kid and think he will be a young Fitzgerald so I'd be all for giving up a 3rd to move up a few slots to get him. If JA wants to go after a stud he would be the one. I hope the Cutler thing dies out soon because even though he is an upgrade over KO we have too many needs to justify going after him for what it would take. KO improved every season yards up, TD's up, and INT's down during college and he improved drastically from his first season starting here so I have faith with the right talent KO can get the job done. Look at what the Titans did with Kerry Collins. Does everyone really believe that Collins is that much better if at all than KO? enough of my rant I'm out
March 26, 2009
#53 Joseph said . . .In order to ensure he does not head into a draft with needs - JA signed Kevin Shaefer, who will allow the BT to take the best player available, or trade out for more picks.
I like this move. I think they are going to target Herman Johnson in the late first early 2nd round. Pure value pick - pure run blocker. The dude was made to be a Bear.
March 26, 2009
#54 Vizzini said . . .I think #48's name stands for "The Aaron Rodgers Era".......What a Douche!
March 26, 2009
#55 zisk said . . .I thought #48 was "the Abominal Rectum Enthusiast"
March 26, 2009
#56 Shady said . . .Rectum enthusiast was the first thing that came to my mind too
March 26, 2009
#57 John said . . .What do you guy's think about Vontae Davis? The CB/S from Illinois? He's one of the the top rated secondary prospects in the draft, he supports with run with enthusiasm and is the prototypical size for a d back.
WR or OT?
Hey-Bey or Eben Britton?
Hakeeeem Nicks or Phil Loadholt?
Jeremy Maclin or Andre Smith?
What to DO??
March 26, 2009
#58 Anonymous said . . .I hate the packers just as much as the next Bears fan but you guys have no shot of winning. You've somehow found a way to get even worse in the offseason. Remember the Pack DESTROYED the bears last time they met in GB. 37-3 lol
March 26, 2009
#59 jeremy34 said . . .Did this guy just say he was a Bears fan?
March 26, 2009
#60 zisk said . . .Good get Jerry. Way to sign that Right Tackle. Seems to be better than St. Clair. Makes Oli able to move back to guard if so....frees up our draft choices....
now just sign a wide receiver.
I liked Marc Clayton coming in to the draft....nothing great...but a decent football player. that crappy cable channel web site says he is rfa...so I don't know what that means in terms of signing him...but lets try to get him. If not....I doubt Holt could do much here....or at leats I am skeptical....and we may bring Lloyd back if we have to....scary I know...but we may have to given he knows the offense.
But if Bennett finally digests the offense....we get Clayton.....have Hester....and draft wr number one we are not looking terrible right? Or at least no longer. .....that group would give me hope.
March 26, 2009
#61 zisk said . . .Could you imagine if john was a bears fan. He'd be one of those assholes who hates every move by management, hates half the players, and wants us to lose games so we can get a higher draft pick. All the while predicting 0-16 seasons.
March 26, 2009
#62 The Ghost of Halas said . . .John, just because your team wants to be a big boy and move to L.A. Doesn't mean you can sit at the grown up table and annoy all the adults.
March 26, 2009
#63 The ARE said . . .Da cat is out of da bag!
According to the Sun Times, the Bears have definately been in contact with the Denver Broncos concerning Jay Cutler.
March 26, 2009
#64 Albert In Tucson said . . .The Bears will continue to let their fans down year in & year out.
Your aging defense & your vanilla offense isn't going to get it done.
Green Bay is back on the rise this year. Dominating offense & a newly installed 3-4 defense. The 3-4 transition will be a work in progress this year, but it surely won't be as bad as it was last year.
If Dom can get that Pack D in the top half of the league( 10-16 ) then the Packers will walk away with the division.
Unless the Viqueens get a QB then this division will be the Packers for some years to come.
There you have it folks. Its as simple as black & white, & unfortunately I can't see anyone winning this division the next few years other then the Pack or that putrid Viqueen team.
I just don't see your team doing anything unless you demote Lovie to D coordinator, Hire a offensive minded coach, & fire Jerry Angelo.
Now I don't see any of those happening so unfortunately for you guys its going to more of the same false hope...
March 26, 2009
#65 Chitillidie said . . .Wow. They sign a tackle and now are reported sniffing around Cutler. Maybe JA finally bookmarked this page.
March 26, 2009
#66 The ARE said . . .Wow. So basically, we don't have to draft an O-lineman this year. Schaffer probably still has 3-4 years in the tank. As long as Williams can pass-block, I think this line will be much better (particularly on short yardage plays).
Safety and possession receiver are our main concerns now. I think we could even get by w/o any new DEs if Marinelli works his magic. But this defense requires smart, playmaking safeties, and I think we've got about 1/2 of one right now. All the talk about Steltz cracks me up; I've never seen another safety get run over as badly as he did last year, his pass-coverage abilities asside. Kevin Payne is a hitter, but constantly out of position. The two slappies they just signed won't make it out of camp (Bullocks won't for sure). One thing nobody talks about is that our strong-side LBs are not good. Nick Roach gets the job solely becuase of his pass-coverage skills. I'd like to see a bigger player who can eat up the tight end and tackle on running plays upon occaision, so we don't have to crowd the line to stop the run.
If we get Cutler, I'm going to bust a nut right here at work. He's an ass, but at least he can play. Olin won't take any smack from him anyways. But I feel like we're already a better team than last year. I'm kind of shocked, really.
Oh, and all Packer/Vikings/Lions fans are toothless, ugly, stupid, smelly, fat, inbred, sister-shagging hilljack bastards. Aaron Rodgers is so gay they won't even let him hang out on Halsted (not that there's anything wrong with that). I'm a better QB than anyone in Minnesota. OOOOOOH! The Packers are going to run the 3-4 this year. I'M SO SCARED! I have nightmares about Dom Capers; he was so awesome coaching the Texans. He gives me the fear. Please. Do you realize the Pack has ONE nose tackle on their roster w/more than ONE year of NFL experience? His name is Ryan Pickett, and he sucks. Go drink a case of Hamm's Ice and molest your cousin. And then have the deer you just hit in your F-150 extended cab processed into sausage. Rednecks. Bears are the best in this division. Sorry, inbreds.
March 26, 2009
#67 DTB said . . .Hey dummy you do realize that the Pack are going to be running a hybrid 3-4 don't you? Ryan Pickett is actually 6'2 330 which is of fine size for the NT in the 3-4. Here are some 3-4 NT's smart guy...
Vince Wilfork 6'2 325
Jamal Williams 6'3 348
Shaun Rogers 6'4 350
Kris Jenkins 6'4 349
Casey Hampton 6'1 325
just to name a few... Now Big Grease isn't the size of Jenkins, Rogers, Williams but he is the same size as Wilfork & Hampton who last time I checked were just fine as NT's in the 3-4. You also forget that the Packers will not just be running a cut & dry 3-4 & will also have elements of the 4-3 & the 46 too, so in some of the sub packages he will have help. All he has to do is be able to take on double teams & with his size I think that shouldn't be a problem in the least bit.
I look for the Packers to be mirroring Doms time in Jacksonville this year & if they can have that type of success you chumps will MOST definately be in for a long year.
Oh yea & Dom took 2 expansion teams & did fairly well in gradually making them respected D's. Both of those expansion teams were with all cast offs from other teams remember( completely NEW rosters from top to bottom ). He wasn't a good head coach offensively per say, but he is KNOWN commodity in the defensive world & if you seriously don't think he will upgrade the Packs D you will be in for a rude awakening.
The Bears are a joke & you know it & will be as long as the current regime is in place. Wallow in medeocrity you fools LMAO...
March 26, 2009
#68 Decatur Staleys #7 said . . .We all have two numbers for The ARE.
Six and Ten.
Get used to it pal...March 26, 2009
#69 BDG said . . ."The ARE "? (please explain what that means)
The players you posted that play the NT are all pro bowl player.(except Rogers,Has talent just doesn't live up to it)
Ryan Pickett is not a Pro Bowl Player! An with all your none moves to make this 3-4 work.I don't see how it going to work in the 1st season.
Are you relying on rookie help?
By the way I'm asking you a question w/o attacking your team,So show me you got grey matter.
March 26, 2009
#70 BDG said . . .Ryan Pickett? Ryan Pickett? LMAO I'm truly amazed somebody is talking shit to us and talking up
Ryan Pickett in the same breath LOL that's rich. Did you guys hear that we need to watch out for Ryan Pickett LOLMarch 26, 2009
#71 The ARE said . . .I can see Lovie now "well were gonna have to deal with Ryan Pickett opening night but if we can shut him down and move him of the ball we should be all right" LMAO
March 26, 2009
#72 The ARE said . . .By no means am I calling a Pickett a Pro Bowler & I am skeptical of him as a true 3-4 NT too. I wasn't trying to say he will be of those guys caliber I was just trying to say that he will be serviceable because of his size that mirror Hampton & Wilfork.
I stated they aren't going to be just running a straight 3-4 & I wouldn't be surprised if they use mostly a 4-3 look this year while slowly incorporating the 3-4. Hence the hybrid 3-4. I think they more or less try to mirror the Jacksonville team that Dom ran that was built for a 4-3 but incorporated all the other looks as well.
The media is making too much out of this & if they planned on being a straight 3-4(Pitt,NE etc.) this year then I would be very wary, but that isn't the case since they plan on tailoring the defense to its personell. Their team has been set up for a 4-3 for some time & it would be stupid to just switch to a straight 3-4 while lacking the ideal personell for it.I do expect this year to be a work in progress, but I also expect the defense to not be as bad as last year. I also expect the Pack D to have a slight advantage in the division considering it will be harder to game plan against this team considering no other team will be running a similar D. Its going to work both ways this year IMO, but I expect the D be better then last year & the close games they lost last year will swing back in the Green & Gold's favor this year hopefully.
March 26, 2009
#73 Anonymous said . . .BDG,
The joke will be on you & thats the really funny thing about.
March 26, 2009
#74 BDG said . . .The ARSE,
You're incoherence is commendable.
March 26, 2009
#75 The ARE said . . .The Packers- top tier passing attack, running game still in question Grant is injury prone and a little over-rated, your oline is in great need of improvements as well. You have a mixed bag of players decent at a couple different positions but not great at any College, Moll, Spitz. Your T's are old and declining fast Tauscher and Clifton.
You have good but old corners, one good safety and some questions at the other spot, and your Lb's are solid but nothing special (even have to admit Hawk hasn't lived up to the hype) You have one good pass rusher in Kampman that will dissapear when in a 3-4 ( to small at end and not versatile enough for LB in 3-4) your best DT (Cullen Jenkins) will also be out of place in the 3-4 (to small)
So NO we are not scared of the Pack this year. You guys have a long ways to go too. Truth be told the Queens are the best in the division right now, but I believe we have more of a chance to steal it away from them than the Packers do this year. Just when you guys get it going you'll need to replace both T's and both CB's so we will see. And if they don't get the Oline squared away SOON Rodgers will be on IR multiple times because he is too fragile to handle 34 sacks a year. He is a good qb I'll give you that but he's fragiel and also had 10 fumbles last year so he might not be the answer there either and the Pack committed an awefull lot of money to him last year so we'll see what your future hold and who has last LMAOMarch 26, 2009
#76 The ARE said . . .Stupid Bears fans LMAO.
I don't which fans are worse Bears, Cubs, or Viqueens.
Enjoy next year fools or atleast try to you bitter morons...
March 26, 2009
#77 Decatur Staleys #7 said . . .The Packers were 2 botched field goals away from pure domination of the North last year, but yet your team is in better position.
The Packers actually have a defensive coordinator now which is going to pay huge dividends this year. I agree this year will be a work in progress, but it will NO DOUBT be better then last year which spells trouble for the rest of the division.
What don't you understand about hybrid
3-4?I think you may underestimate this team that lost 7 games by 4 points or less last year.
How is Kampmann going to disappear if he is going to playing with his hand in the dirt just as much as he did last year? He is going to be rushing the passer mostly with occasional zone drops. Kampmann is a great athlete & be the least of the Packers worries.
The D down lineman is more of a concern considering they're going into a new scheme & some coming off injury & Jolly's pending suspension. Free agency isn't over yet so I wouldn't rule out Kevin Carter & or Vonnie Holiday adding some depth to their thin line.
March 26, 2009
#78 MattIsMyForte said . . .Thx for coming back explaining your view on why your team will succeed in the 3-4. Who would play the other 2 outside LB after Hawk,an Barnett?KGB seem like he would have worked in that D before you let him go.
It rare we get to pick another team fan brain about his team,w/o the "Your(team name)sucks"name calling.
I hope we agree that neither team is conceding the North to the Vi Queens this season.
Are you guys still thinking of keeping Woodsen at Safety?
March 26, 2009
#79 MattIsMyForte said . . .AREn't there some internet dairy farmer dating sites you should be waisting your time on talking about the ass packers? Do you think we give a flying fuck about how you think your team will do? We know they suck, you think we suck, GO AWAY. Your short novels about the gayest team on the planet are a waist of space. Beat it. Oh and by the way, nice try on your colors, for the record, they're booger and piss yellow. Loser. Take off 'eh.
March 26, 2009
#80 zisk said . . .Staley, maybe you want to talk packers with this guy, and that's cool. But could you guys exchange email addresses or something. I don't know about anyone else, but I come to DaBearsblog to read and write about Da Bears. Not to dig through a bunch of bullshit about the packers and what some ass clown thinks about their offseason moves. For the record, The ARE came in swinging right away talkin shit and saying the ass pack will dominate, wrong place, wrong crowd, datz all I'm sayin. I understand you are just looking for a little friendly banter with the enemy, fair enough. But on Da Bears Blog? Take off 'eh.
March 26, 2009
#81 The Ghost of Halas said . . .CHItillhedies wasn't talking about size he was just saying picket sucks. Size isn't everything unless you're realy enthused about your abomidable rectums.
March 26, 2009
#82 Idonije said . . .Two botched field goals from dominating the NFC North? HAHA! Am I dreaming or did the Packers win...umm...six games...and lost TEN? Hmm. Two botched field goals. Okay friend. Like most Packers fans, you are caught up in the momentum of the mainstream sports media toughting Aaron Rodgers and the Pack-Attack!
Packers fans are just as bad as Cowboys fans and are equally toughted as the greatest and most popular franchises in professional sports. Fuck you and everything you represent. I'd rather talk to that nordic neanderthal John than you. You ignorant slut.
March 26, 2009
#83 The Ghost of Halas said . . .Which defense will better disguise your guys weak and lacking defensive backs? Because I would run that defense the most if I were the Packers.
March 26, 2009
#84 Decatur Staleys #7 said . . .Sorry about the "ignorant slut" thing. I recieved a bunch of dvd's about the old Saturday Night Live. You older guys will probably get it. I'm sure the humor is lost on ARE.
March 26, 2009
#85 Chitillidie said . . .Matt you are welcome to your opinion.I would rather talk about the Bears everyday of the week.But if somebody comes here an just say"Bears s**k"(can't ever put those words together ever) I just like to know what make your team better than mine.31 teams are looking for answers on how to get to the big game.
So Matt after signing Kevin S at RT who do you think job is in jeopardy on the Oline Beekman or Garza?
An do you feel JA going with a WR at 18,I thinking Oline still in the mix even with the Oline signings.March 26, 2009
#86 The ARE said . . .Thanks Zisk. There are 15-20 NTs I would take in an open draft before Picket. He also won't play at all on 3rd down in a "hybrid" (read: we don't have the personnell to properly run it) 3-4. The other two DTs on the roster have 1 year of experience; anyone ever heard to Fred Bledsoe? Or Anthony Toribio? (out of NFL factory Carson-Newman college!) Cullen Jenkins will play DE, according to Packers.com depth chart. Vikings are good, but QB issues will clearly hold them back. Pack is an aging joke. Lions are a complete joke.
Dom Capers can coach some defense... just not a successful defense in the playoffs. My mistake.
BEARS!
March 26, 2009
#87 Urlacher FTW said . . .So wait the Packers weren't 2 missed field goals away from sweeping the division. Yep you're right I'm the " ignorant slut " for making such an outlandish comment. 7 games lost by 4 points or less.
" weak defensive backs " ?
You sure you aren't talking about the Bears defensive backfield? Oh & yea since the Packers are shifting to a more zone based defense look for it to play to Woodson's favor.
I'm sorry for initially coming in here & talking trash with my first post. I was just messing around with a friend who showed me the site & was just trying to see if I could get his attention.
March 26, 2009
#88 The ARE said . . .ARE, you are not very good at math. 2 field goals do not win you 4 more games... 8-8 would not have won the division so 2 field goals would have put you in 3rd maybe 2nd not first. The packers dressed in piss and puke have been anything but dominant lately. The Bears won twice as many playoff games in 2006 as the Packers have in the last 11 years combined. We are 7-3 against you under Lovie, getting kind of sad really, the only time you beat us recently you needed us to start a one-legged QB to do it.
The only competiton we had in 08 was from the purple penis eaters, and like you said until they get a real QB they won't win a playoff game either. As bad as KO is at times, on 2 healthy legs, he is the best QB in the division and on one leg he is second. I mean Aaron Rodgers is above average but come on the guy can't even throw a spiral and can't even rally his team to beat the Bears when he has them on the ropes to end their season.. and you throw a load of money at the idiot and call him the next Favre?
And as far as the packers ever running the 3-4... so are you getting 2 LBs high in the draft because you lost 3 games or more because you didn't have 1 ILB, now you need 2 ILBs... your DTs were awful when there was 2 of them now your going to leave it up to one? I can't think of many teams that would be worse suited to switch to a 3-4 even a "HYBRID 3-4".
I mean Cleveland tried this same crap last year, they even went and bought big baby but without 2 smart ILBs it just wont work. All your Defensive strengths are in your DEs and your secondary... you know what nevermind go fully to the 3-4 an extra yard or two on every carry will do us good.March 26, 2009
#89 The ARE said . . ." aging " LMAOOOO
The Packers are one of the youngest teams in the NFL if not the youngest.
I think you meant aging DBs which I can't contest if you're only talking about Woodson & Al Harris. I think we all know though that Woodson is still dominant & has a few years left. Al Harris is so so but still effective, but not sure how he will fit in this new D, & I wouldn't be surprised to see Tramon Williams as the starter opposite C Wood this year.
Anyways I'll leave you bitter bear fan alone because I know it has to be tough to be in your shoes. My sympathies
" aging " WOW the fact that you really believe that is comical, but yet disturbing.
March 26, 2009
#90 Urlacher FTW said . . .Who said first place?
I said sweeping the division.
Packers lost 2 divisional games last year on last second missed field goals, so I think my math is right on but nice try.
March 26, 2009
#91 The ARE said . . .actually you said pure domination of the NFC North... that would require winning the division and sweeping your rivals.. which would have required way more than 2 fields goals. So your math sucks. :)
March 26, 2009
#92 Anonymous said . . .Urlacher FTW,
All I can say is WOW buddy you got shit twisted to say the least.
Orton better then Rodgers. WOW!!!
The linebacking core is pretty deep if you ask me.
Kampmann
Barnett
Hawk
Poppinga
Bishop
Lansanah
Jeremy Thompson
Havner
Chillar
Hunter
pettwayNow if you want to say DE is a concern then maybe, but according to you that is there strongest. LMAO
Jolly-looming suspension
Jenkins-coming off injury
Harrell-coming off injury
Alfred Malone-unknownYep you hit the nail on the head there strongest part of their D besides CB LMAO
I'm done I can't take it anymore
You guys reek of EPIC FAIL just as much as the Bears.
Aside from Decatur Staley that is. Nice name by the way. I bet most on here don't even know where that name came from except you.
Laters fellas & enjoy the season I know I will!
March 26, 2009
#93 MattIsMyForte said . . .Take off 'eh! You said you were out like 3 times already. BEAT IT! See you shit stains on the Turteent! mmmmBearssssssss
March 26, 2009
#94 The Ghost of Halas said . . .Atta Boy Staley! I'm stoked about the Shaffer signing and the possibilities it opens up for the draft. I feel that Frak will be moved back to LG and Beekman will take a backseat and possibly be groomed to take over at center down the line. Kruetz isn't getting any younger, or better for that matter. (I think he has declined dramatically these last few seasons)
I would like to see a WR with the 18th pick, but who knows? There are quit a few needs we have to address but I like the way JA has handled himself this offseason. I'm confident that there are more signings on the way. I'd also like to see us address the Safety position at some point in the draft as well.
March 26, 2009
#95 Decatur Staleys #7 said . . .Well, it's a good day because ARE is now a thing of the past.
He makes me miss John.
March 26, 2009
#96 animal said . . .Yeah JA an God both work the same"in Mysterious ways"
WR pick at 18 doesn't make me do cartwheels but Bears scouts have been seen at some of the projected WR available at 18 pro day workouts.
I think the Hair(Kiper) been screaming this isn't a strong draft for safety.So since he always right!?! there got to be at least 1o worth looking at.
Maybe with the extra pick Angelo might target a player an go up in the draft an get him like smart teams do.
Kruetz is getting lil long in the tooth but I'm still holding out for a return to form.
March 27, 2009
#97 Vizzini said . . .why does that guy keep saying lmao? is he gay, or 13, or both?
March 27, 2009
#98 O-Line wins games said . . .#96 Worse, he's a Packers fan.
March 27, 2009
#99 zisk said . . .The Bears are bringing Robiskie in for a private workout.
If he is there in the 2nd, we should pull the trigger.
He'll be ready to play on day 1 (No offense Earl). Great complement to Devin.
March 27, 2009
#100 Z said . . .I didn't even know what lmao meant before today. Is it sad that a 20 year old (whose job it is to fix computers) doesn't know these things, or are acronyms getting a lot gayer?
March 27, 2009
#101 Phil from SATX said . . .Here is Scouts Inc.'s take on Schaffer:
Shaffer was signed in 2006 to be Cleveland's starting left tackle. That experiment failed and after Joe Thomas was drafted Shaffer moved to the right side, which clearly fits him much better. Shaffer is very strong and has the size and skill set needed to best play on the right side. On the left side, his athletic ability was exposed, but he has performed admirably on the right side because he doesn't have to consistently face elite speed-rushers. He isn't very nimble or fluid, but does work hard. His pad level is a problem and he lacks the ability to consistently play the game low. He is a powerful man and pushes defensive linemen backwards as a power blocker. He is a thumper who plays to the whistle and is bright enough to get the most out of his physical abilities.
March 27, 2009
#102 Urlacher FTW said . . .Well in addition to now knowing what lmao means (I didn't know either) (and it's really stupid) we have learned something else important today and yesterday
NEVER TELL YOUR PACKER FRIENDS ABOUT DA BLOG
That was the most boring stuff to read ever. I would say that it must be what it is like for other NFL fans to read our blog, except that I know that we are smarter fans, better writers and in general more well-rounded people, so our blog is probably pleasurable to all, even non-Bear fans. But that truly sucked, so let's not do THAT again.
I don't need to wait for a WR signing. I've now gone from hating to loving. JA HAS been working this offseason, contrary to my previously-held beliefs, and if all that happens this offseason is a new right tackle and a guard, that was enough. We have succeeded in the most important off-season need - revamping the line. We will begin next season with AT LEAST three new starters. All upgrades (hope Williams pans out, but I'm assuming he will). That was what I wanted. Still hope there's a high guard pick so we can go with FOUR new starters. I guess Kreutz will keep his job, but I hope that Beekman will have an opportunity to beat him out for it. I also wouldn't be too surprised about a high round center signing like Mack. The Bears know how important it is to have a Pro Bowl-caliber center. They've long built their running game around that position. I see it happening again - next year if not this year.
So we've got a revamped line, looks like he took two swings at safety, at least providing depth if not starters. Can't wait for the draft. And now I'm pleased to change my mind and say, maybe JA ISN'T yet done in FA. Now I fully expect a reasonably good WR signing.
(chanted) Go Jerry, Go Jerry....
March 27, 2009
#103 Urlacher FTW said . . .Well I upset him enough to leave. Gasp.. me upsetting someone, hard to believe. Good riddance to bad rubbish or should I say GRTBR. Look I made a new one.
Good to have happy Phil back. :)
I too am really starting to like the changes taking place, I really like the Scheaffer thing, he just looks like a Bear. I think Bowman to FS could be a good move, keeping Manning at Nickel, and signing 2 new startable lineman; if those moves pan out our absolute needs have been greatly reduced. If they have AP bulk up and play FB I am really going to start thinking JA has us bookmarked.I think we should go WR in 1st, speed DE, in the second, grab a DB or another WR (depending on who's there) and an OL in the 3rd.
March 27, 2009
#104 Anonymous said . . .I thought this sums up about how I feel with the Cutler rumors:
March 27, 2009
#105 Phil from SATX said . . .Phil -
You missed the biggest and best changes this off season were not with our players, but with our coaches. The entire D will be better as a result of Lovie's self demotion, Babich Patch's demotion, and the hiring of Marinelli.
This will prove to be JA's best off season decision, executed with Gretzky like finesse. Untill he can execute an amicable trade for Cutler, that is.
March 27, 2009
#106 The ARE said . . .I totally agree with Rick in that article. I also had a thought about what was essentially a St. Clair for Shaffer trade with the Browns. While that could be troubling, or at minimum suggest that it's not an upgrade, I think that Shaffer is better at run blocking while St. Clair was better at pass blocking.
Since our beleaguered QB has underrated mobility, to me the run blocking is FAR more important, which is why this was a good trade. ]
Imagine what our young stud can do behind some monsters who can move that defense - even a little - because we know Ft. Matte's motto - Give Me an Inch and I'll Take a Mile - give Mattay a yard and he'll be changing field position one play at a time. Kevin Jones may enjoy getting in on that action too!
Yes, happy Phil is back! Yahoo!!!
March 27, 2009
#107 The ARE said . . ." That was the most boring stuff to read ever. "
I bet it wasn't as boring as watching a Bears game.
" I would say that it must be what it is like for other NFL fans to read our blog, "
Good writing? Atleast you can admit that everything involving the Bears is boring.
" except that I know that we are smarter fans, better writers and in general more well-rounded people, so our blog is probably pleasurable to all, even non-Bear fans. "
smarter? Stuck in your own little world I see, but hey according to your smart Bear fans they are in better position to win then the Pack, real smart buddy.
Better writers? Look at quote number 2 & snap into reality. I thought everything was supposed to be bigger in Texas, but I'm pretty sure they weren't talking about peoples brains. Next time you talk about being a better writer( which I don't dispute by the way ) make sure you don't have improper grammar in almost the same exact sentence.
general " better well rounded people "? Granted I took the first cheap shot on here, but I was just joking & yea your " well-rounded people " really showed class while responding to me. I think my cheap shot didn't warrant some of the things your " well-rounded people " said to me. Stay classy Chicago & actually I live in Illinios & am VERY familiar with Bears fans & let me tell you that majority of them are not even close to being labeled " well-rounded people ", but yea I'm really going to believe what some Texas Bear fan has to say about what type of people are Bear fans are.
Oh yea & if you've actually been to a Bears game in Chicago & Packers game in Lambeau I think you may think a little differently about your " well-rounded people " statement that is LAUGHABLE to say the least.
GO PACK GO!!!
March 27, 2009
#108 jdawg said . . .UrlacherFTW,
I left because you really are incompetent, so keep living in your own little world bud.
I expect incompetence from Bear fans & you just proved that to be the case, but hey keep on fighting the good fight schmuck.
March 27, 2009
#109 do said . . .Oh Snap!
March 27, 2009
#110 Phil from SATX said . . .I really like what JA has done this off season so far. He has signed guys that can step in and play without paying them a crazy amount of money.
But I really can not believe that people are still talking about us doing a deal with the Broncos for Cutler.
While Cutler is a really good QB is he better than KO, this years first rounder, and next years first rounder? If the Broncos would do KO and our 1st and 3rd for Cutler and their 2nd I would do it but there would be no way I would give up as much as they want for a QB that might last another 4 or 5 years in the league (with the diabetes question you do not know how durable he will be as he ages).
March 27, 2009
#111 The ARE said . . .ARE, thought you left? Still lurking? Don't have your own blog to hang out at? I think you're proving my point, aren't you!
Being a Packer fan, you may not be aware of certain things, like...
some things are said with tongue planted firmly in cheek (now don't take that literally Packer fan!) (oops, now I have to explain what "literally" means) (you could look that up)
it's the strangest thing, I know, but some people actually move their entire family from the state where they grew up - don't gasp, it happens! It happened to me!!
been to Soldier Field too many times to count, season tickets in family since the 40's (alas now gone), even been to Wrigley to see the Bears - but you're too young to even know the Bears used to play at Wrigley, aren't you young feller?
Now go back to your own blog!
March 27, 2009
#112 jdawg said . . .Don't kid yourself Phil. You're only doing yourself a disservice.
I'm very familiar with the Bears history & like I said Bears fans for the most part aren't " well-rounded people ". Granted they're are a good number of them that are, but from my experience most of them aren't. Keep trying to speak on behalf of Packers & Bears fans all the way from down there in Texas. Last time I checked this wasn't the 40's so I think you might just be a little outdated. Just a tiny bit.
I have just as much of a right to be here as you, so stop playing the " go back to your own blog " bull shit.
The only reason I came back today was to read if anyone else replied to my posts I wasn't even planning on responding). I was told that you were one of the few on this blog that was able to have a good debate, but from your posts I think you proved otherwise.
Next time you try to play high & mighty pretend journalist make sure you don't leave yourself open to so many grammatical mistakes.
March 27, 2009
#113 cbears said . . .please don't feed the troll.
March 27, 2009
#114 Anonymous said . . ." I was told that you were one of the few on this blog that was able to have a good debate, but from your posts I think you proved otherwise"
Oh really?
"Kyle is our Quarterback " LOL!
The Bears suck & their fans are even worse!
Not a very good way to start a GOOD DEBATE asshole. How many people here wanna bet this guy cried his little eyes out when bretty poo "retired"?
March 27, 2009
#115 MattIsMyForte said . . ."smarter? Stuck in your own little world I see, but hey according to your smart Bear fans they are in better position to win then the Pack, real smart buddy. "
it would be "than the pack"... way to refute your own point.
"make sure you don't have improper grammar in almost the same exact sentence"
same exact ... redundant, thus improper grammer - good one
You don't even know your own players:
Kampman is spelled with one n not two and he is listed as a DT, plays DE and you list him as a LB.... Jeremy Thompson is another DE you listed as a LB. Your argument makes even less sense when you look at the fact I stated you have no Inside LBs... even if a DE is going to flip to LB for a 3-4 it would be an OLB. Please try to make intelligent arguments and it may help to google a guy before you list him at a position since you don't know your own team."Good writing? Atleast you can admit that everything involving the Bears is boring."
So why are you back? Our blog must be more exciting than any packer blogs out there if you have us bookmarked now.
"Next time you try to play high & mighty pretend journalist make sure you don't leave yourself open to so many grammatical mistakes."
Again.. in closing; you should have used yourselves instead of yourself (singular) -
Please make it more difficult next time, of course, you are probably 11 or 12 from the types of errors you make so; I guess I should be nice.March 27, 2009
#116 AK said . . .Seriously, TAKE OFF 'EH!
"I have just as much of a right to be here as you, so stop playing the " go back to your own blog " bull shit."
NO.
YOU DON'T!
SO BEAT IT!
Go back to filthyfarmhouse.com or dirtydairy.com or ASSCLOWNSRYOU.com!
Nobody here wants to debate with you or gives a shit about what you have to say so piss off.
mmmbearssss
March 27, 2009
#117 JAB said . . .http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwIvMa4m1Ws
March 27, 2009
#118 Urlacher FTW said . . .So I went back and read every post THE ARE left and the responses to his ignorance. That is some funny shit right there. I always get a kick about some of the responses that come back from people and I realized why I love this site. You guys are true Bears fans like myself ,and have that love for the team that when any douchebag talks shit about them you want to kick a little ass.
If I hear the term Hybrid 3-4 defense one more time I think I will punch the next Packers fan I see in the face. So does your defense run on corn or some other flex fuel. Lets call a spade a spade. The 3-4 defense is not going to help that joke of a defense.
As far as naming off all your linebackers:
"The linebacking core is pretty deep if you ask me."
Kampmann
Barnett
Hawk
Poppinga
Bishop-(who the hell am I)
Lansanah-(have I ever played a game)
Jeremy Thompson (never heard of me, weird)
Havner (my mom thinks I'm great)
Chillar (really stretching so I'll name anyone)
Hunter (now I'm just naming things I saw in the woods today)
pettway (again, really really looking for names)
March 27, 2009
#119 The ghost of blogs past said . . .Ouch, SD lost Goff to Kansas City. I know he is old but losing an interior OL of Goff's quality hurts. Hopefully they replace him in the draft or they may end up like Jacksonville (what a difference a couple of Guards make).
Cool video, Sayers was amazing. He said once that when he played, the coaches actually told him not to work out with weights or it would hurt his speed. Imagine the numbers he would have had with a bit more muscle and durability.
March 27, 2009
#120 Z said . . .Angelo is under a tight budget right now and he has little to work with. This much has been admitted. Its not all his fault. Just be prepared for a team that is not improved from last year with the exception of the draft picks. There will be no big name moves, just some weak free agency moves or trades and the draft. Relying on the worst starting QB in the NFL Kyle Orton to lead this team is asking for disaster. Another sub .500 season here we come. When the economy gets better, the bears will get better.
March 27, 2009
#121 MattIsMyForte said . . .Jeff can we institute an I.Q. minimum or something?
If you think Orton was the worst starting QB in the NFL then you obviously know almost nothing about football and if you think the Bears were sub .500 then you are obviously not living in reality. Got Math? If grandma let you use the internet and showed you how it works then she can help you get to NFL.com where you can research the truth.
Hey ARE. ARE the Packers the most exciting 6-10 team you have ever seen? Especially compared to our boring team with a winning record. Is that what Packers seasons have come to? Cheering for excitement instead of winning. "Yeah we suck at 6-10 but we are a really exciting 6-10 team. We are way better than those other 6-10 teams" So you got that going for y'all aye.
March 27, 2009
#122 MattIsMyForte said . . .Z, please see #112. Please refrain from asking that D-Bag any Q's.
March 27, 2009
#123 Z said . . .Hey the ARE, Da bulls are gettin' horny again, get back to work biznitch!
March 27, 2009
#124 JAB said . . .Ya dawg I was gonna. I just figured a one shot and then ignore policy for El Douche but your right. I figured treat them like mushrooms. Feed them some shit and keep them in the dark and eventually they will grow up and be useful.
March 27, 2009
#125 animal said . . .I was wondering why THE ARE and other jackass Packer and Viking fans were coming onto this site and talking smack. Then I decided to check online for Packer fan websites comparable to this one and you know what I found, web sites with one and maybe two comments on them. Some fans. I guess that's why we have Packer and Viking fans jumping in here, because their pitiful excuse for fans don't even care enough about their team to blog on their own websites. So thank you Jeff for keeping this site going. Well done sir.
March 27, 2009
#126 Pet Peeve said . . .The Are, post 111, you shouldn't make remarks about grammatical mistakes in a post where you make a huge grammatical mistake.
March 28, 2009
#127 Anonymous said . . .This place is full of grammar nazis, what gives?
March 28, 2009
#128 Anonymous said . . .The ARSE -
You truly are a remarkable specimen. I wish you could post your email address, so that I may correspond with you further. I am interested in doing a case study on sports fan rage. I believe you are on the verge of a mental breakdown ( see your manic, compulsive, and convoluted responses), and I believe I can help.
Are you a bed wetter?
Do you cross-dress?
Let me know. I am here to help.
March 28, 2009
#129 do said . . .From da site...
"Kiper views Heyward-Bey as a work in progress from a route-running and consistency standpoint who is a risk/reward pick because he’s still raw and needs to be developed."
DO NOT DRAFT BEY, THE BEARS CANNOT DEVELOP A WR TO SAVE THEIR LIFE.
March 28, 2009
#130 cbears said . . .#128 I agree with you one hundred percent!!!
March 28, 2009
#131 Shady said . . .word 128, word
March 28, 2009
#132 Vizzini said . . .Nicks is the most NFL ready WR in the draft, the guy can contribute right away. That is exactly what the Bears need in a WR.
March 28, 2009
#133 jdawg said . . .I agree that Heyward -bey won't be an instant reward in production. It may take a season or two for him to fully develop. If that's the case he is still worth it. Even while developing he can still contribute, and since everyone knows he is fast all he has to do is step onto the field to be a deep ball threat. He is a potential #1 WR.
Nicks is the most NFL ready because he isn't a stand out. He has good hands, good speed, good route running,and good YAC. Nothing about him is great. He has seperation and speed concerns, not elusive, needs to improve blocking, and is not a deep threat.
If they want a the most initial success guy then go get Brian Robiskie. He has better size than Nicks, and is probably the most all around polished WR heading into the draft.
Just remember that what everyone has been complaining about was the lack of the big play. That's why we wanted a #1 WR not a #2. We have a great TE combo to go over the middle, and a running back that excells on dump passes. The Bears need someone that can stretch the defense.
If you want to add a possesion guy I have a late round diamond in the rough. Greg Orton is my late round sleeper. He is pedestrian with his 4.75 time at the combine. Which is what took him off the radar. While watching the combine I kept noticing his play. This guy has great hands and can fight for the jump ball. He is listed as a possible 7th round or FA. So it wouldn't be a great cost to pick him up.
March 28, 2009
#134 Vizzini said . . .I don't think anyone's concerned about the lack of a big play guy. Whether you think Hester's a 1,2 or a 3 he is a big play guy. Put down the stop watch when thinking about a #1 WR. Fitz ran a so-so 40 at the combine and he turned out OK. Is Burress known as a Burner? Holmes? We need a guy who can run routes, get separation and catch the ball.
March 28, 2009
#135 jdawg said . . .Fitzgerald and Holmes were the 1st receivers selected in their years, with Burress being the second and a #8 pick. Burress is 6'-5"and Fitzgerald 6'-3" can get anything they throw up for grabs. If you see someone of their talent level in the draft then I'm on board.
Who is the guy with a slower time that gets seperation? Seriously, I couldn't find who you are refering to with the research I did.
So if they go WR in the 1st it needs to be a deep threat, or else you could get a more possesion guy in a later round.
March 28, 2009
#136 Vizzini said . . .my point is speed isn't everything or Hester would be wide open on every play. DHB looks like this year's Troy Williamson.
Now, if by some fluke Maclin falls to us in the 1st we pull the trigger. It sounds like Nicks would be a stretch there but will be gone by the time we get on the clock in the 2nd.
Who are the big play guys that you think will be there either at 18th or when we pick in the 2nd?
March 28, 2009
#137 jdawg said . . .I don't think using Hester is an acurate example for a WR.This was his first season as a WR, and his biggest ability is elusiveness not speed. Also he had bad hands, doesn't adjust to the ball in the air, and wasn't a great route runner.
I get that you don't like him or think he will pan out. So what exactly don't you like about DHB?
I like Maclin and have him as the second option at 18th. His upside sides are deep threat, return man, elusive, and with good hands. He isn't a great route runner, needs to get better at blocking, and may be an injury concern.
If we are talking WR, in the 1st it has to be DHB or Maclin. In the second round the only guy that may be around worth the pick is Brian Robiskie.
March 28, 2009
#138 Vizzini said . . .I'm a member of the Scout site, and their take on DHB is he's the next Troy Williamson, a workout warrior and not a football player; so-so hands, poor route running, but is big and fast. They consider Nicks to be a football player. From the film I've seen I'd have to agree. Nicks looks like a football player. Now, putting on 20 lbs. most likely knocked him out of the 1st round, if he was ever there in the first place.
I agree with you, If they don't go WR in the 1st and Robiskie is there in the 2nd I would take him over Nicks. If Robiskie is gone I would look long and hard at Nicks. I would stay away from DHB.
March 28, 2009
#139 Shady said . . .I can't say that DHB is a fact. I watched some of his film and he looked like he could be a good WR. His hands aren't a weakness but they aren't a strength either. The thing is are you going to ignore a player because he isn't polished? He definately has the physical abilities to be a break out WR and a much bigger up side compared to Nicks.
Maclin hurt his knee at the combine, so I'm worried about how much he would stay healthy during the season.
I'm sorry to say this but I think that Nicks is overated. I think he is a #3 receiver, who could be a solid #2. Everyone likes him because he is ready to start today. What does he do that is worth making him a pick? I watched video on Nicks and he is average at everything. I would rather have Aaron Kelly (who can be had in a much later round) than Nicks.
March 28, 2009
#140 Worm0922 said . . .The Bears can't afford to wait on a WR to develop in their system, and what makes you think these coaches can get the most out of their WRs? You pick Nicks because you need a WR you can start on day 1 of this upcoming season. Hakeeeeeeeem isn't going to be around when the Bears select in rd. 2 unless they move up early in the round. Although I'd take Maclin before Nicks, I wouldn't take Harvin or Hey-Bey because they seem like gimmicky players and we already have something similar in Devin Hester. I wouldn't be upset if they picked up a sizable WR like Robiskie or Ramses Barden later in the draft and use early picks on solidifying the O-Line and D-Backs. The Bears lack a WR with prototypical size and need a guy who can go over the middle and pick up a the big 1st down to move the chains.
March 28, 2009
#141 Worm0922 said . . .I hear what you are saying about DHB, but check out the video from this site about him. http://nfldraftpreview.webs.com/
March 28, 2009
#142 Shady said . . .Something else to get you ready or bad for the season..........http://www.nfl.com/videos?videoId=09000d5d80f7b754
March 28, 2009
#143 Vizzini said . . .I like that mock draft, Tyson Jackson is another guy could could step right in and benefit from having Marinelli as his coach. Tyson has the ideal size for the Bears 4-3 end scheme and there is no doubt the Bears needed improve their defense from last season. They could also pick up a decent WR in the 2nd and 2rd rounds as well.
March 28, 2009
#144 Anonymous said . . .Why can't they wait a season for someone to develop? They aren't winning the Superbowl next season, and won't any time soon if they keep picking lower ability players because they can start day one(see Williams season from last year).
Why can't the Bears develop a WR? I know David Terrell was a BUST, but was it the coaches fault that the guy had stone hands? Plus that was a different coaching staff. They seem to be doing a good job with Hester. Who was said to be to dumb to play the position in college.
If being a big body WR that was slow was great the Bears should have kept Moose.
March 28, 2009
#145 Shady McDraft Fan said . . .141, wow, how many missed tackles for TD's do we have to see our beloved Mike Brown give up in that video (that sucked).
Then the commentators didn't say much to Devins vast improvement at the end of the season as a receiver and their quoting of Mooses bullshit line, true or not.
Hopefully it's another season of the Bears proving the talking heads and us for that matter wrong because I still am disappointed in the FA activity, thought there have been some potentially better grabs with improving the offensive line.
We need a receiver, and it needs to be someone who needs very little development for all the reasons that we all aree on. Nicks is not the answer, if you can't get Macklin or Crabtree, you might as well figure that anybody picked doesn't really matter after that.
Hurry up draft, give us that glimmer of hope for an exciting upcoming season.
March 28, 2009
#146 Shady said . . .I wouldn't be surprised or upset to see the Bears select Hey-Bey at 18 because of the "fit".
March 28, 2009
#147 Vizzini said . . .And I think Maclin might be a little ovverrated.. Right now I'd be OK with Hey Bey or Nicks at 18.
March 29, 2009
#148 Anonymous said . . .I think the Bears WR group sucks so much, I would be happy about any receiver they picked up.
What do you guys think about Greg Orton? I'm not saying as an early pick, but something in the 6th or 7th.
March 29, 2009
#149 Shady said . . .Bey is not big nor is he tall, he is 6'1 5/8 not 6'3 as he was wrongly listed in college.
So please STOP using the big, physical WR line of thinking with DHB.
He is a track guy, that's it.
March 29, 2009
#150 Vizzini said . . .Orton to.... Orton?
and who said Bey was a big guy?
March 29, 2009
#151 Shady said . . .Who said DHB is a big physical receiver? I said he is a deep threat.
If I remember correctly Crabtree was supposed to be 6'-3", and Maclin was supposed to be 6'-2". I think every college listing is an inch or two taller.
This is obviously a personal preference for everyone.
March 29, 2009
#152 Anonymous said . . .And BOTH Ortons would be out of Purdue?! hahaha that would be crazy, the Bears can't do that... Ok maybe they could.
March 29, 2009
#153 Shady said . . .#150 - you said he was in #138...
#137 "but is big and fast"
#138 "has the physical abilities"
DHB weaknesses: Is inconsistent catching the ball and does not have great natural hands...Questionable instincts and awareness...Still very raw as a route runner...Not much wiggle and won't make people miss...Doesn't break a lot of tackles...Average strength...Marginal blocker...Has little or no special teams experience...Wasn't real productive..Workout Warrior? Better athlete than football player, will require patient to develop.
Vizzini - If you think we have 1 or 2 years to develop a 1st round WR, how come no one on here thinks we have time to develop a 1st round franchise QB? If Maclin is there we take him, but with him likely gone DHB and Nicks are reaches.
Why not draft Freeman, sit him the 1st year to let him develop and learn the system. But if Orton gets hurt, put him in. Honestly, I have no idea how 6'1 Sanchez is rated higher than Freeman. Obviously it has to do with the teams they were on (e.g. Leinart drafted ahead off Cutler = pure stupidity), Sanchez had all the talent around him in the nation on both sides of the ball and Freeman had nothing on either side, including a very shitty o-line.
Anyway, with Wale gone after next year I think they will pick Jackson if he's still there since they don't really have any other options on that side of the d-line.
But definitely let me know what you guys think of the Freeman pick, even though I already know the entire Chicagoland area doesn't really want a QB, we would rather pick another bust WR. Everyone talks about wanting a franchise QB yet we do nothing about and think we will eventually land one in an undrafted free agent rookie.
March 29, 2009
#154 Anonymous said . . .A Josh Freeman pick would be a waste of a 1st round pick and would be more of a reach than Harvin or Nicks. Freeman is probably going to turn out like Jason Campbell and I believe Kyle Orton is just as good if not better when healthy. I still believe JA is going to trade down for more picks though.
March 29, 2009
#155 jdawg said . . .#153 I really hate when people only compare players to other players who are of the same race, why can't Freeman compare to Flacco or Roethlisberger, no he has to be compared to Campbell and Russell. No offense to you personally cause everyone does this... WHY? Stop being so narrow minded and look at there ability not their skin color, this is 2009 not 1959.
This happens all the time; white NBA players are only compared to other white players as well.
I have not heard Sanchez compared to anyone... you know what, I think he compares to Garcia and Romo. WHY? It's obvious, they are all Mexican-American, so they must have similar abilities. Or do racist comparisons not apply to Hispanic athletes?
March 29, 2009
#156 Vizzini said . . .I was wondering why Hines Ward reminded me of Kim Jong Ill.
March 29, 2009
#157 Anonymous said . . .Anonymous- I didn't say anywhere that he is big bodied. I said he has a bigger up side which means more potential. He may never live up to it, but that's besides the point. So please STOP accusing me of saying things I didn't.
Also physical atributes can have a lot of different meanings. So since you are unclear how about just asking. 6'-1" and 209 is a good size, and his speed is what I was refering to.
I know that DHB or Maclin at the 18th may be a reach. They could be had a little later in the round. They are the only two that I like that I would draft in the 1st round. I'm not saying the Bears are making a Randy Moss mistake if they they don't draft either of them. I just don't want a third round player that at best will be a third string receiver, and to have JA say he addressed the WR problem.I'm not against Drafting a QB in the first round, but not this season. I think we should let Orton have his chance this season by giving him a WR with the better OL. If it doesn't work then the rookie QB next season will have everything he needs to succeed.
Freeman has too many concerns to be a 1st round pick. Everyone says he needs to put a serious effort into improving his footwork, release, touch, accuracy, reads, concentration and anticipation.
That's the other reason I don't like a QB pick this year. This class isn't a very good one. I have to think they could get someone better next season.
March 29, 2009
#158 Shady said . . .The Bears will not draft a WR @ 18 unless Maclin or Crabtree is still on the board. They would rather trade out of that spot instead of paying for a developmental WR.
March 29, 2009
#159 Rancid said . . .Race was the last thing on my mind when I compared Freeman to Campbell, honestly. Rothlesberger and Flacco are both less mobile and more heady than Freeman. And my guess to why people compare a player of one race to another player of the same race, is because people of the same race are usuallly... I don't know... similar? It's not racist to compare apples to apples so relax.
And why don't you get a real handle so we can tell all of these anonymous posts apart?
March 29, 2009
#160 Shady said . . .I still lean toward trading the pick. If not, #18 should be WR or DE. Its too early for a guard and theres n0 safety worth #18. I still think an Unger or Mack would be the wisest move at #18 but traditional wisdom says you don't spend a pick that high on that guy.
March 29, 2009
#161 Vizzini said . . .What about an OT like Oher or Britton?
March 29, 2009
#162 Z said . . .That would be awesome to get Unger but he'll be gone by the second round.
Oher would be a great 18th pick if he's still around.March 29, 2009
#163 Z said . . .Scouts Inc. says that Jerry Angelo enters his ninth draft as the Bears' general manager. Twenty-five of his 69 draft choices remain on the roster.
Is that good? I have no idea.
March 29, 2009
#164 MattIsMyForte said . . .Top 10 Bears of All-Time video countdown
http://www.nfl.com/videos?campaign=ec0005&videoId=09000d5d80f7ba9e
March 29, 2009
#165 jdawg said . . .Jdawg, #155 was fucking hilarious. Love it when we get a little humor in da mix. You racist! jk mmmBearsss
March 29, 2009
#166 Z said . . .OK -- I was about to get pissed that Payton wasn't #1 until I saw who was #1.
but still...
March 29, 2009
#167 Vizzini said . . .Yeah it left a bad taste in my mouth but how can you argue against it. If it was greatest Bears player then there should be a riot.
March 29, 2009
#168 enderwiggin said . . .Did you guys hear what Smith said about Michael Vick?
March 29, 2009
#169 Anonymous said . . .Vizz, I have not heard what lovie said about Vick. Although i can guess it sounded a bunch like Charlie Brown's school teacher.
March 29, 2009
#170 Anonymous said . . .#158 "And my guess to why people compare a player of one race to another player of the same race, is because people of the same race are usuallly... I don't know... similar?"
WOW, point proved.He is very mobile and he has that cannon arm Flacco has while he still is accurate. Freeman is also like Flacco in how they both went to smaller schools and they are both 6-6. Both shot up the draft board in the last weeks before the draft.
Cannon arms, while they still having the accuracy to get the ball out on time. They can run around if they need to and they can make people miss in the pocket. The NFL is looking for types of QB’s who can run around and make people miss tackles in the pocket.
Let’s take an example of Big Ben of the Pittsburgh Steelers. They all want a quarterback, who knows how to get it done, and I feel Josh Freeman can do that. The main thing he can do is extend a play exactly like Ben Roethlisberger.
March 29, 2009
#171 do said . . .#169, Are you trying to compare a black player to a white one just to be PC? Why?? If a comparison is more accurate by using someone of the same race, USE THAT COMPARISON. I know you're trying to "think outside of the box" but seriously, stop making this a race issue when it's clearly NOT. This is 2009 man, stop being so damn sensitive about race, it wan't even an issue until you brought it up!
March 29, 2009
#172 Anonymous said . . .Kansas State a small school like Delaware? How the hell did you come up with that?
March 29, 2009
#173 Anonymous said . . .#170 it has nothing to do with PC, it has to do with stupid ignorant people always comparing players by skin color and not their attributes.
March 29, 2009
#174 Vizzini said . . .You stupid ignorant dummy, arrrhhhggggg!!
March 29, 2009
#175 Worm0922 said . . .#173 I figured it out! You are Red Fox! At least that's the voice I hear in my head as I read your words.
March 29, 2009
#176 Vizzini said . . .Talk about bi-polar, Anonymous talking Anonymous, crazy right
March 29, 2009
#177 Anonymous said . . .enderwiggin here's a link to the story
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/chi-29-haugh-bears-mar29,0,7466515.column
I would vommit blood if I saw Vick in a Bears jersey.March 29, 2009
#178 jdawg said . . .You mean Redd Foxx, right?
Dumbass, learn to spell if you are trying to make light of an argument.
March 29, 2009
#179 cbears said . . .Anonymous please!
March 29, 2009
#180 animal said . . .I go to DABEARSBLOG not DARACEBLOG . Leave your highschool debate team topic of race for some other people to read. OL in R1. thats all i gotta say.
March 29, 2009
#181 Vizzini said . . .dude I get annoyed sometimes too, but you gotta understand the nature of a blog. people talk, and go on all kinds of tangents. I either skip all that shit, or read and end up amused.
March 30, 2009
#182 cbears said . . .Redd, I didn't know you were a spelling teacher. At least that makes you right about something.
Hey, someone check Redd's depends because he is getting cranky.
March 30, 2009
#183 Phantom One said . . .agreed animal. I look forward to posts from people like you because they are usually straight forward and not full of crap
March 30, 2009
#184 Anonymous said . . .If we still own the 18th pick on draft day, because we do not win the bidding war for Cutler, I think JA will trade out of the round. There seems to be more value in the 2nd and 3rd rounds this year, and too many question marks in the middle of the first. This could very well be a repeat of the 2006 draft when we traded out of the first to get Skunk and Danieal in the 2nd.
March 30, 2009
#185 Da Bears 1977 said . . .Here are some colorful comparisons just for the sensitive one:
Michael Jordan (in his playing days) - Dr. J
Michael Jordan (in his GM days) - Matt Millen
Mike Brown - Doug Plank
Walter Payton - God
March 30, 2009
#186 Z said . . .#154 - I didn't even know Romo was Mexican, but now that I know he is, Sanchez does seem coparable to him.
Weird how that works, huh.
Anyway, Tyson Jackson at 18, any oline, WR, QB, or S who will be there at this pick would be a reach
March 30, 2009
#187 Anonymous said . . .I don't care if the player's skin color is purple with pink f'ing polk a dots all over as long as he can f'ing play, sign em.
I thought in 2009 we would have evolved enough to see things without having to add skin color to it. If people would just screw more, we would all end up pretty much the same color anyway. Humans won't last that long so quit stressing it and let's figure out how to get this team back to the playoffs so we shut these douche Packer and Vikings fans up.
And isn't assuming that he compared two NFL players who happen to be black because of their race instead of their skill set racist in itself? When you can see the two names and see two QB's instead of 2 black QB's then we are getting somewhere.
And Anonymous's man up and pick a name so we know who we are debating with.
March 30, 2009
#188 Remember the last two years? said . . .#186 All I'm saying is that is always the counterargument to why Bears fans do not want to pick Freeman, "oh he compares to Campbell, or he will be a bust like Russell," just cause one player is a bust does not mean another player will be a bust, counterargue by saying something constructive about his skills rather than taking the easy way out. Some fans on here still don't think Cutler would be an improvement over Orton.
We should trade for Cutler(very unlikely) or draft Freeman, do something at QB!! Shake things up, make a move!! Or just continue using mediocre QBs and we will continue to be a mediocre franchise.Sanchez is a west coast offense guy and Stafford will bust, Freeman ran a pro-style offense and is ready. Go ahead though draft Darrius Heyward-Bust and ignore Freeman, let TB take him at 19 and we can all root for him on the NFC Pro Bowl team in 2 to 3 years.
March 30, 2009
#189 Anonymous said . . .Tell me who is going to block for Freeman?
Who is he going to throw to?
The Bears have holes to fill that are so big, if they are not addressed, it won't matter who is playing under center.
March 30, 2009
#190 BDG said . . .OL - LT Williams, LG Omiyale, C Kreutz, RG Garza, RT Shaffer... 2nd or 3rd round OL pick could replace Garza or Kreutz if necessary
He can throw to - Olsen, Clark, Forte, Hester, Bennett, 2nd or 3rd rd WR, later round WR in Ramses Barden or Patrick Turner.
Just cause Orton, Griese, and Grossman sucked the last two years combined doesn't mean a better QB couldn't succeed, especially one who actually knows how extend the play and scramble or run for yards if nothing is open. Our previous three QBs have been stationary targets where opposing d-lines know that they just have to get to that one spot to create pressure and do not worry about spying the QB cause there is no threat for him to do anything but remain in the pocket.
Look at Freeman actually evade a rush, scramble and still connect on a deep bomb right on the money. If you think Orton can evade anything or make this throw you are sadly mistaken. If we had him Hester can actually use his long speed and catch deep balls instead of continuously being pathetically underthrown by Orton's sorry arm.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1VogoHOrow
March 30, 2009
#191 Urlacher FTW said . . .Anonymous/Freeman supporter - I think that is a bad video to show to gain support for your boy Freeman. I don't know much about him at all I've heard a lot of good and bad about him but that video shows me one play that yes he does have Some mobility but the throw was basically just a toss up if that corner was any good it would have been picked. I question the judgment he made by making that throw. Far from on the money. I'm not saying he isn't good but there is no way we should take this kid with our 1st pick when we have more pressing needs. Personally I think Orton is getting a bad rap and I really like the potential of Hanie if developed another year. He has a cannon and mobility. If Orton doesn't take another step this year then we make the big move for someone but we need to have some receiver's to see if he can do it first. I don't like any of the 3 potential 1st round QB's for this year. not for us anyway. They will take a LONG time to develop all three.
March 30, 2009
#192 Vizzini said . . .so... Josh Freeman isn't white?
Vizz, in that article Lovie is just being PC by not condemning him permanently for being an ex-con. Lovie is just being, Lovie.
Haugh is such a douche. I love that part about Orton being middle tier but Cutler being top 10. So out of 32 teams middle tier would be 12 - 20 or so. So using Haugh's own estimate KO could be as high as the #12 QB and Cutler as low as the #10 QB but we should trade away everything to move up 2 spots at one position.. hmm.
I guess with positions I would look at trying to be top 2 in your division at the skill spots. Most SB winners start by winning their division. If you look at the QB position in our division, we are top 2, RB top 2, WR... dead last. Maybe you could argue that Hester could be as good as Berrian, but even then 3rd. We have positions where we don't have NFL quality players period. Let's address those before worrying about the QB. And we did address the QB situation already, we signed Basanez. And this is definately not the year to sign a QB, the draft class is awful.
March 30, 2009
#193 Longing for Mike Singletary said . . .Urlacher I know. The days of the scatter back are gone. I'm sure it will be tried again soon.
March 30, 2009
#194 Funny Picture said . . .http://www.fannation.com/truth_and_rumors/view/97230-singletary-adds-to-49ers-uphill-challenge
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March 30, 2009
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