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100%. Momentum going into the playoffs is important.

The question I have is, has the plan changed for this week's game? When BJ insisted we had plenty to play for (#2 seed and home field advantage), it was assumed we would need to win our game against Detroit this weekend to secure it. The news is that Philadelphia will rest its starters against Washington. If BJ sees Philly losing, will he start pulling his starters as the game progresses? If he does, we may not win, but a Philly loss will still secure the #2 seed for the Bears. Personally, I'm greedy. I want the 12th win. To go from 5-12 to 12-5 would be awesome. Plus, revenge against Detroit would sweeten the deal.

Just saw this posted in an article on SI.com. Further proof (although none was needed at this point in the season) that Burden was indeed a brilliant selection by the Bears.

Clip from NFL.com article: I also found this when the original story of his release occured: Sure, he may be worth a gamble, but I can't believe his injury problems and, as a result, poor play will disappear.

I'm worried about the inevitable. We will see several outstanding position coaches offered promotions to join a newly appointed HC this offseason—the price a good team pays every year. I strongly expect Harris to be offered a DC position. I'd hate to see him leave.

If I remember correctly, many Detroit fans said they'd be better off with BJ leaving the team, because their HC was responsible for their offensive success, not Johnson. 🤣

Damn, he did it really early. I didn't recall hearing about it.

And when Detroit's Aidan Hutchinson demands a new contract, their cap gets another huge hit. He was drafted in 2022, so he will be talking to his agent soon.

I just read that Sewell tore his Achilles and will be out for the year (and probably the start of next year). The good news is that Burden's injury at the end of the game was a quad injury, but it isn't believed to be serious.

I'm assuming BJ began using him as RB2 as soon as he was ready to take over the role. However, imagine. If he had quality reps starting week 1, he would have had a chance for 1000 rushing yards as a rookie 7th rounder.

Pros & cons for both scenarios. However, the thought of sending Packer players and their fans home after eliminating them from the playoffs would add to an already fantastic year for Bear fans.

Did themselves proud. Good experience against a formidable opponent.

Another turnover would be sweet about now.

I love the way Burden fights for YAC. So many receivers slip out of bounds to avoid contact. Burden fights for the extra yardage.

McCaffery & Pearson

LOL, I was about to predict a 100 point game. Hopefully we win 52 to 48 😉

First Burden, Now Loveland. Two well discussed draft picks who are proving they are building blocks for this team going forward.

GO LUTHER!

Well, SF figured out they can run against us. Didn't need AI to figure that out.

Slow out of the gate. Instead of run, run, run, it was pass, pass, pass. Let's hope that changes on the next possession.

Caleb & Co. better have their track shoes on.

The 49ers made that look too easy.

What a way to begin a game! Pick 6!

If the Bears win X2, would SF rest starters and allow Seattle to have the #1 seed? Would that be to their advantage? Or would they prefer the Bears have the #1 seed and vie for seeding position with Seattle? I find it hard to believe they would want Seattle to have the #1 seed.

BFPHX, Stinger, time to put this one to rest. You both have expressed your disagreement &/or misunderstanding several times without resolution. There is no need to continue. It will just lead to a heated exchange that disrupts other forum members. You have both been doing great, keeping things civil and avoiding conflicts. We have an exciting time ahead of us with the Bears finally back in the playoffs. Let's enjoy the moment. Don't even reply to this post. Just walk away and leave it behind. Thanks.