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Without itemizing the details there is a possibility if you took the raw percentages of hurries from each game you might be able to swing in the 40% neighborhood. There is no question that Cutler was "hurried" (if not harried) during the game last week. He turned the ball over four times so something was going on. A lot of that was due to his reverting to his old mechanics and holding the ball longer than he should have. Although that necessarily can't be counted against the O-line. And in the Minnesota game, another clunker for Cutler where he turned the ball over 3 (?) times, again he was rushed a much higher percentage of the time. All things being simple, I would say that "40%" probably isn't that far off.

You can disagree but it boils down to what happens the day of the game. Kromer could hypothesize what he thinks Peyton will do but does it matter? I mean even if Peyton were to send Kromer his whole game plan for the day would it matter to how well the Bears perform? I will say this before going further, there are a few teams the Bears cannot beat right now. The Saints are one of them. You yourself brought up many vailid points as to why that is. Drew Brees, Graham, Sproles and Peyton are all reasons why not. I don't feel our team can match up to them. Our LB's cannot cover a TE like Graham. Our 'front four' cannot get pressure on Brees. Peppers might but he's only one man...who is rapidly declining. Sporles is too quick for the defense to cover....Reggie Bush proved that. If you give a team like NO and a QB like Brees a large field to play in, then it's going to be a very long day. When I say that I mean that so far almost every team the Bears have played, save maybe Pittsburgh, they have allowed the opponent to have long sustained drives. That is, as they say, in Brees' wheelhouse and he will exploit the Bears because of it. Someone has pointed out that the Saints have had issues playing in Chicago, but before last week Detroit was 1-10 against Chicago at Ford Field in the previous 11 games. Pessimistically speaking.

Thank you for the contextual reference. I was quite sure that what I meant was indeed ironic. When the phrase was used it was 'tongue in cheek' which I can't actually do because I'm typing.

How tall is he?

http://m.espn.go.com/nfl/story?storyId=975...amp;src=desktop He outta know.

I love the comment left: "Maybe Kluwe can tip off the Bears on some of the Vikings play calls?"

But credit earned where credit is due. There is no question the Bears defense is the same without Urlacher. A few years back when Urlacher was out due to injury, the team assigned Briggs the defensive play-calling duties. The team was noticably different and not nearly efficient on that side of the ball. Briggs does not recognize the needed adjustments as quck did Urlacher. And with the way teams are doing more audibles on the offensive side than in the past, that's a big factor. That all being said, the offense did the defense no favors in last Sunday's games. Cutler's three interceptions not only shortened the field but put the defense on the field for longer durations. And with Peppers, Tillman, Williams and Anderson all getting older it was evident that it hurt all concerned.

It will all hinge on whether the 'good' Cutler or 'bad' Cutler decides to play. That and after seeing yesterday's performance, NO is starting to get its stride. I don't see the Bears defense being able to match the skill players of NO, especially the Brees factor. Kromer's knowledge is not a factor. The optimist side of me predicts the Bears will go 3-1 in the next four games.

Man Jason you're 'en fuego' today. Excellent note.

Hmm that actually sounds like a halfway decent idea. Doesn't tie a lot of draft into defense. I still say they should rotate Peanut to Safety. Maybe a 3-4 would be the time for him to do it?

How do you explain the three interceptions and fumble for a TD committed by Cutler? Izzy have something to do with that? The D hasn't been as dominant so far. Cinncinnati and Minny were both able to have long and sustained drives with relative ease. It might have helped a little of what Idonije knew, but not enough to decide the game. Bush is a good player plain and simple. As are Johnson and Stafford.

Whatever you do DONT bring in McCown! That would be HORRIBLE! Sheesh!!!!

How's that again?

For once Terra...I agree. This would be the 'Mr Hyde' type of play that we may not be able to afford to bring him back.

So far one sack.... Suh had little or no trouble with Long

And that Long is sure strong! My oh my ... Nice blocking on Suh.

Wow! Lookin great Jay! Nice way to stand up to adversity. 2 INTs .. So far

Forgot about Bowman. The staff has good things to say about him this year. Althought I would like to see what Frey has to offier. We shall see.

I think some regards will need to paid to the run game, last I recall R. Bush will probably be out but this Joique Bell seems to be halfway decent. And with Meltion out the run game could be a difference, if not a distraction. Although I'd have to admit that Collins has played pretty stout in his appearances so far this year.

After the game I'd like Trestman to say something cereberal (but insulting) to that ass clown Shwantz. Enough to where Scwhartz has a sour patch look on his face like "what the hell did he say to me"?

Funny I was just reading this article somewhere else. (Scary how sometimes we think alike...) Anyhow, I also read that Tillman was held out of practice again yesterday. From what I recall he was having groin issues. He's been in and out for at least the last two weeks and really not a factor. I'm a little concerned with whether he will be able to play Sunday, let alone match up with Calvin. You can't blame Calvin for being upset, as the article points out the Bears tend to keep him in check. Of course that was when Lovie was coach...hopefully that'll stay the same If not Tillman for whatever reason could we see Jennings roll over to CJ's side or maybe even Frey? Hmmm.

Ok, I would agree but 'what if' Cutler is injured? Many here are not confident in McCown's ability as a back up. I am not one of those however. I agree that it would be better to not waste the money on a guy that will probably eventually be cut and especially for a guy that has had the career he's had. I also agree with the comments that more needs to be learned about this guy, maybe the Bears are doing that? As another put, could the 'QB whisperer' fix what ills him (Freeman)?

So "coaches review"? I looked at three differenct sites; ChicagoBears.com, Rotoworld and ESPN.com and all three show 19 total (solo and assist). Coincidently the closest he's gotten to the 100 tackes (solo) were in 2011 (98) and 2010 (101) both with Carolina. "On pace" translates to speculation. And we have already discussed the speculative decline of productivity with other linebackers in the past, that one being Urlacher. Not to say it will happen here but similar to your comment of "on pace" it could.

I think you might have to consider what type of regime he's been playing for, especially as of late. The Bucs have gone through a lot of changes in the last few years and that alone could eat into a player's sense of stability. When it comes to instability, the Bucs are nearing the Jets level of a circus. Freeman hasn't done himself any favors though acting as he has. To lose the "captaincy" tells you one thing, and not showing up for the team photo..another. Thought I'd ask. Maybe someone would have a perspective on him that noone else thought of.

So before I get into this too much, let me reiterate that I picked Anderson to be the surpise player for the year. He still has that possibility. But if you take it all into context, Anderson really hasn't played all that much better. First look at their respective positions; Frey is a Nickel Back, Anderson OLB. Frey doesn't play every defensive down, Anderson does. Frey has 13 tackles and is a two year pro, Anderson has 19 total tackles and has been playing for 8 years. Lastly, Frey makes about $400k per year, Anderson $1 million. In relation to what you ask me, there is a fine line between "mediocre" and "good". In my mind, Anderson should be MUCH better than Frey in order to gain the distinction of "playing better".