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We might catch a break next week because Penix couldn’t finish the game tonight due to a rib injury. It didn’t look serious in the game but it bothered him enough that he couldn’t throw.

I’m not that down on this team. I definitely think the 89 plays took some of the life out of our Oline. That is no excuse for Bagent but it affected the running game. There were lanes but Roschon can’t make a cut to save his life. Caleb will being to life our passing game outside the numbers.

These guys watch film like we do. They saw Bagent hit a lot of intermediate routes across the middle last week so they sank on them. Lack of arm strength to the outside make him risky if he’s not early…and he’s not early on those throws. Then he was just slow to hit the underneath routes, if he even made that decision. I can’t wait for Caleb to get back. At this point we’ve only seen 6 or 7 quarters with Caleb. The fact we got out of this QB mess with a 2-1 record is something of a miracle but this loss stings because the offense looked so inept. Roschon cannot cut back so he’s useless on all these zone blocking schemes. He’d have gaps but choose to run straight ahead up someone’s backside for 2yds. Swift still appears to be struggling with his burst but he was far better at finding the creases.

There were open guys Bagent was missing them all game.

This being a road game I fully expect Roschon to get the bulk of the backup RB carries. If e get a big lead I’d like to see Zavier Scott get some just to see how he compares. His highlights seem to show a little more burst and agility than Roschon. On the other hand maybe Roschon will surprise us with a good game.

We’ll see how this plays out against our pass rush https://packerswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/packers/2026/10/10/packers-rb-chris-brooks-lands-on-ir-will-miss-at-least-4-games/92195610007/ “Losing Brooks for the crucial games coming up is a blow to the Packers offense, who depend on Brooks as a blocker and in some third-down passing situations and are desperate for better play at the running back position. Can Strong provide a spark?”

Lot's of good quotes in there. Thanks for posting that.

I don’t think I’ve ever seen a more confident statement from a Bears fan than this. We’re missing our starting QB, LT, Pro Bowl S, and potentially our starting NB if Gordon can’t play. Reminds me of the old Monty Python scene where the dude with no arms and legs is still bouncing about saying I’ll still kick your ass. You know what? We probably will.

More than legendary he was, and still is, a cultural icon. He defined Chicago. RIP and thanks for all the great memories.

Without saying it directly Ben gave a lot of offensive players got a day of rest after the 89 plays. Keep in mind that was done on a short week following MNF.

One spot remains open so they are planning to activate someone this week if all goes well. My first guess would be Kyler Gordon but it could be Ozzy. Shamar Turner still feels like he’s a few weeks away. I feel the need is greater at DB right now.

I’m thinking about how quickly everyone forgot about Jim Harbaugh.

I’m not giving up the best running game in the NFL for a 35 year old DE. I believe Ben when he says he wants the scoring record. I believe the organization just wants the defense to be good enough to win behind that offense. This was clear after the draft and I don’t see it changing in the middle of what so far has been historical offensive production with 3 QBs.

This game needs to be won 34-17 or better. I demand it.

Definitely looks sticky to me. What I like best watching this film is how our DBs, including the rookie, know their assignment coming out of all the stacked formations and they don't trip over each other. It won't always be that way as better teams will run better interference fits but 4 wks in Malik is looking good especially for having learned and started at two positions.