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Before we start collectively breathing a sigh of relief, think we need to see what the report says and really what it means. As you have probably seen from a few comments here and there, this (groin tear) is not an injury you simply are back in the game after the 'recommend' heal time. Sometimes recovering from such an injury depends on many factors; to include history of this injury, grade of tear (minor, incomplete or complete) and possibility of replicating the injury. As pointed out in this article Groin Injuries in Athletes sometimes athletes are able to return to their playing abilty after "4-8 weeks" for "acute musculotendinous strain" or as long as "six months for chronic strains." The article continues to say that a larger number of players "...were able to return to their sport after an eight- to 12-week active training program". Now all that being said and conventional wisdom being what it is, they said that after two-three concussions the athlete should consider not playing anymore. Yet Cutler is still playing. Problem here is that this injury affects mobility more than anything else. The other issue that needs to be noted is that Briggs is out for six weeks. What condition will the team be in come six weeks from now? Will it be worthwhile for Cutler to hurry himself back to play or just call it a year and accept the fact that either he won't be a Bear next year or need to be Franchise tagged?

As I said in the game thread; Cutler is done in Chicago. The offense that Trestman is using plays more to McCowns style... That being conservative. Cutler is a big play type of guy with much risk and way too hot and cold. Before the injury today, he was anemic at best. The team will need to address defense probably before anything else. Some would say "draft a QB and let Trestman groom him" but I still say that remains to be seen. McCown, I think, can be a good caretaker (ala Orton) this year and possibly still make the playoffs. Again as I mentioned previous, you still have Marshall, Bennett and Forte playing for the team. O

Agreed. McCown played smart and has a tendency to do that. All he needs are good players; Marshall, Bennett and Forte and he'll turn out fine. My next "bold" prediction; Cutler is done in Chicago.

Uhm they've only played 7 games this year. When I said it, it was after someone (probably you) said Hester was "done". And how about that McCown? What did you say about him?

Since Peanut can't seem to stay on the field and is losing his cover ability, maybe the time for the move to safety is now?

Yeah I think WCO plays more to the conservative approach. Which is not Cutlers style. McCown showed the team is not that bad off with Cutler out. He's not nearly the risk taker Jay is.

Bet its a groin.

And just like I said earlier this year "Devin Hester will return one this year". Take THAT to the bank!

Good thing the Bears are going to wait until next year and draft a player they can groom and not sign someone this year.

Not yet. But I didn't say that either.

And to play my own 'adversary', I've been reading that some are glad he's gone. But can't argue against success in KC. FWIW I'm cool with the idea of the team drafting for a successor IF they address more pressing needs (where have we heard that before?), IF they find the right guy and IF Trestman proves to be what everyone expects him to be.

Been waiting for the opportunity to play 'devil's advocate' and stinger comes through to provide it. So you mean like Alex Smith? (Or even Rich Gannon for that matter).

http://www.csnchicago.com/bears/urlacher-i...ve-any-problems Not necessarily a rousing endorsement but good perspective nevertheless.

So was reading on Rotoworld where depending on how well Freeman does in Minnesota, Ponder could very well be released next year. And they pointed out chances are he would not compete for a starting spot. So I ask.. Could he be a fit? Pluses: two years removed from being a number one pick (young), good numbers at Fla State, strong arm and good speed. Cons: hx of shoulder and arm injury (throwing), tendency to stare down receivers, indecisive Wondering aloud if this would be a worthwhile project for Trestman (that is should he be successful in his current project).

There were a few times Urlacher made Vick unhappy. Lol. To the point of Alfred Morris etc. I think if the team assigns Bostic to RGIII, I'm fairly confident between Jennings, Tillman, Briggs and Anderson they can cover Garçon, Morris and Moss. Which as you pointed out will make them one dimensional pretty quick. Their tight end (name escapes me) could be a factor but he hasn't as of late so I don't see that changing soon. And funny how each week when we discuss what needs to be done to win over the upcoming opponent, each time it's mentioned "as long as Cutler doesn't turn it over." If only we were so sure.

Oops... DP

Saw one of the comments about this guy being "Haynesworth" -like. That would concern me. But, like UB said, if the money was right. Surely he wants to contribute....somewhere.

OKAY, MAYBE I SEE THE RESEMBLANCE.

Sorry if I don't measure up in the 'fantasy' world. Kinda been busy with other things.

I think Williams' injury could prove to be timely (in all due respect). Now with the faster and more agile Bostic in the MLB spot, he could be assigned the RGIII spy role. Which I would think would be perfect for the upcoming game. Think Urlacher vs Vick from about 10 years ago (when he still played for the Falcons and before he was in jail).

Now this is something I can say "this" to.

Please show me where I said "bring back Uralcker" (sic). Rather than pull out of a sentence what you want to hear/read please...I beg you... understand what was written. And Connor; thank you for pointing out the obvious. I know he is "done" again, not the point I was trying to make. From Stinger I'm not so surprised, but you? I should have taken Cracker Jacks advice but “Persistency is a fool's best asset”. Thusly I too am done. Good night Gracie!

I would hazard to say that in four of the above examples (AP, Bush, Graham and Jacobs) a lot has to do with the poor "front 7" play. Obviously the runners are making plays because the LB's are not able to adequately provide run support and Graham had a big day because the intermediate pass lanes were left open. Again, poor LB and nickel coverage. (And Brees is a pretty good QB).

But it underlines a potential concern. The point that I'm making that Emery perhaps could be too stubborn for his own good. As was the case with Url and Izzy he effectively "hobbled" the D with not trying to work with either of these players. Instead bringing in a couple "rent-a-players" that are for the most part ineffective if not useless. Hindsight being what it is (I have that benefit) losing both the aforementioned players, if not just Urlacher, could reveal that Emery may make choices on pride before necessity. I'm just suggestin'. Still say he is miscast as a 'hand in the dirt' DE. Should be playing more upright like an OLB. I'd be willing to bet his production would go up.

Context Connor. Meaning that looking back, it wasn't a good deal then and it especially isn't a good deal now. But I know...that's my opinion.