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If the team didn't have to dump a bunch of cap on Foles, it would be a done deal. To think if Nagy could have adjusted the offense early last year to enhance the run like last week, the Bears may have had success and be in a better situation. I guess to succeed you have to fail first.

I was happy to see Mitch under center. That shotgun run pass option game is for the birds. Get the run game going to develop play action as you said. If they develop a comfortable lead, then mix in some RPO. RPO could be the greatest thing but it takes an experienced team to run it because it is more complicated. Which I why we see missed blocks and penalties that kill any momentum.

Changing the scheme made a difference imo. The line hates rpo, I'd say the RB hates RPO too. If they switch to Foles, it would be interesting to see how the line does because he would play shotgun and run the rpo more. I give credit to Nagy for modifying to players strengths. If he sticks to the same plan as week 1, look for Montegomery to have a big game.

What is funny is now they have Patterson as WR2 on the depth chart making 7 WRs. Most likely because of his jersey number. If this offense can click, meaning the unit can make mistake free plays, they could be decent or even good. I like the WRs with youth upside with Arob and Ginn providing vet leadership. The TE group is the same and don't think Graham is washed up, he got cut and that stings an ego. The oline seems better equipped. The only downfall is the thin RB stable. Even though my faith in football has fallen, I am getting some excitement that has been gone.

Receivers (6): Ted Ginn Jr., Anthony Miller, Darnell Mooney, Riley Ridley, Allen Robinson II, Javon Wims. I am glad the predictions of Wims not making the roster were wrong. He has shown flashes and if Robinson ever has to miss a game or two, he keeps that big target who could ignite.

If he hasn't signed with anyone yet, maybe Tre Robinson comes back.

Hahahaha! Glad he had quick reactions.

I took some light flak for mentioning moving Daniel's to C. Kmet can play both TE positions, i just figured with Graham he would see more field time as the inline TE.

I think he struggled along with the rest of the oline trying to block the run/pass offense. That is my opinion on why he would not want to play for this staff. As for retired or fired, he must have been told he was getting released and can save embarrassment by retiring which also leaves a bad taste on the staff.

I thought this after drafting Johnson, first thing I researched is Fullers cap hit. I wouldn't have put CB on our highest needs before investigating. He needs to be in the NFLs top 5 to justify keeping him. This is another reason why I look at draft needs going 2 years down the road for needs.

Hard to say he is not that person. We see only small pieces of their life on social media. The latest involved Abbagail Danger donning a Bears viser and pornhub swimsuit on a boat off the coast of Florida. He shared it probably because TMZ already had shots and wanted to blast him. I am sure he is working out, conditioning, and watching film. His position isn't like a FG kicker, basketball shooter, pitcher/hitter that can work on their craft. He had one downfall with missing that game and we may never find out why until his last dance documentary. If they get to play, he should put up big numbers again. Will the numbers be enough to make him All-Pro amongst Mack, Hicks, Quinn, Trevathan, Bojack, Fuller etc is yet to be seen.

One player wipes out 2, basically making it 9 on 11. Hard to win when mistakes are more consistent than positive plays. Hope they can learn their jobs before we have to go through another rebuild.

The videos underneath show the continuation. Basically Miller was not on page, ran the wrong route and ruined a play.

At least he is a bright spot at either. Olin Kreutz thinks he can be an all-star LG. He also thinks he can be an All-Pro at C. That is the reason I wonder if they will take another shot, but this year, like many Bears years are not the time to experiment. They are always against the line to produce

I can see the concerns but he will get reps regardless just so he can slide over if Whitehair goes down. It will be something to watch once they are allowed to practice, which I have a feeling they will be moving out of state to do. They might keep them slated in the same positions for now, but imo the unit would better be suited with the switch.

Just curious on the thought of moving Daniel's back to center. I think that is were he flourishes, if he can overcome the mental aspects. I would feel better about it if the Bears can have a probowler like Warford on his right, but just read those talks are off. Still thought it would be worth considering. It is a difficult thought since it didn't work the first attempt, so do they scrap that idea? As a guard, he is not strong enough. At center, he wasn't ready to make the reads and calls. The organization is at a win at all costs point to save their jobs. What do they do?

I get it, but go back 2 years and we thought our oline was solid. Pace thought they would get him to 2021 without having to invest heavy in. Now he is in PANIC mode. He brought in a handful of pieces that may or may not workout, but he had to toss many darts because our draft was limited the past 2 years. If Warford fits, they should sign him and let Ifedi/Spriggs challenge the OTs. Next year a first or second needs to be used on another OT as they need the cheaper contract and long term stability.

I predict they start off 7-0 ??

Like Trubisky, Shaheen has to prove himself. Not just show a glimpse of hope, but take the reins. It would great if he did, I always root for our own.

Have to say, Pace has put some good work in with these regards in mind. I know it is a year away, but already thinking 2021 and potential needs: QB, OT, S, DT, RB, ILB.

"But they took a guy with like shoulder surgeries" I love the pick and think they got a special player. Week 1, if he starts, will have Ridley or Jones as a matchup. It doesn't get much tougher than those two, so a good test.

Nice piece on him. Makes it seem the Bears D will be in a much better position. With everyone healthy and Quinn>Floyd, Gipson>Dix, it helps this Johnson>Prince. The Bears could be a top 5-6 team if they take a Raven/Titan approach on O. So simple to see but Nagy be damned if he isn't the mad scientist.

This is cloudy to understand. So they have a 53 man roster, a 12 man practice squad and a 2 man "tweener". The 2 tweeners are protected from poaching and actually dress game day. It seems like they can change who they have in this tweener role and they get paid extra while in it. Now we need to see if they are protected at the cutdown deadline from poaching. That makes an huge difference and if so, they might, even though doubtful, stash Mooney. I do see Mooney slated #2 Z behind Ginn. Patterson a Z at WR also may snatch a RB spot. If one if those tweeners has to be an Olineman, then Hambright seems fitting. He is OT/G versatile. The other, maybe they protect Shelly if he can even go to the PS.

They will wait until this season is over before they think about it. He has not shown enough consistency otherwise they would have just picked up the 5th yr option. Basically they are done with him. If he proves them wrong, the Bears have 2 franchise tags (years 21 & 22) to insure they can keep him if a new deal cannot be worked.

I no way want to see them lose Mooney. Just saying if there is a way to stash him they might. Look at Ridley who's draft status is even higher than Mooney, which experts said he could have been rd 2-3 talent. He was active for 5 games only. He played behind Miller, so it was hard to get in. Late round WR rookies rarely get action. If the Bears part way with Wims depends on FA addition Trevor Davis and if they feel better having him backing up Robinson. X (LWR) Robinson, Wims, (Davis) Y (Slot) Miller, Ridley Z (RWR) Ginn, Mooney, (Patterson) Since Patterson is a ST ace and a joker (WR/RB), they keep him even though his value at WR is low. He may see more snaps at RB as mentioned in another thread. Also, they have 2 additional roster spots. It helps on making tough decisions which will include keeping a CB like Shelly who may be on the bubble.