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You listed Goff in the loss (good QB) and win (bad QB) category. Similar to AZ’s point, I’d agree that Goff has been putting up some pretty decent numbers since joining the Lions and because of that his near miss and win this season should weigh heavier in his favor (IMHO). And the point about Wilson being benched could be similar to Herbert. Although not a “bad QB” his team is a mess and was out of the playoffs earlier than Chicago. Sure early this season Mahomes was continuing in his winning ways but I’d be willing to bet if they had to play against each other right now, Chicago could beat them.

And hes a “local” product (Orland Park). Been a fan of the Bears since he was a kid. Couldn’t find the pic but there was one of him on the social media network wearing a Bears jersey as a kid (think Urlacher?) and I saw a story where his grandma would play the “Super Bowl Shuffle” for him on VHS whenever he’d visit her .

Seems to me Feeney should get the shot. ??‍♂️

Saw a comment that noted although Edwards did at least comparable if not better than Smith statistically (he also allegedly got more Pro Bowl votes) Smith was chosen to go to the Pro Bowl where Edwards was not . A couple illustrations below to include the reminder of the deal Poles made to get Edwards on the team vs keeping Smith.

Sorta like had Poles negotiated with Johnson earlier this season (when he allegedly was seeking to be traded), Poles would’ve saved a lot more money than waiting until now. ??‍♂️

Poles is a player’s GM. Since he’s used to being in the locker room that’s where he feels comfortable. If the players are ok with it and he’s able to make the tough decisions when it matters (as you say) then I have no issue with it. Gotta think Ian Cunningham is due some credit to Poles and the team’s success in drafting and personnel management. I suspect he’ll be gone this year. I read the Commanders and Raiders are eyeballing him for GM. The silver lining is that if he gets hires as GM the Bears get another draft pick or two (?)

This will be a test of his ingenuity. Since he came from this system LaFleur will know what to do to blunt any ‘system’ calls. Thankfully Berry has been struggling with his defensive play calling and very nearly lost his job. Gotta think this’ll be a test of Justin’s ability to also (smartly) audible out when necessary.

Ah, I missed the “drafted” part. Agree for sure that Poles’ plan should be then to acquire as many potential 1st round picks (this year and next) rather than use the one overall this year.

Good take on Fields by Kyle Brandt. https://x.com/kylebrandt/status/1743285789998379203?s=46&t=KrpJmhSTc4DI1sACtjisOQ

And Justin responded shortly after Dbag Rodgers commented:

I see Mooney is out. Probably the last we’ll see of him as a Bear(?). And noticed Kmet was practicing “Full” at the end of the week. Also of note, Johnson probably out due to not practicing most on the week. Will see Stevenson and Smith more which doesn’t concern me as much as if used to.

Meh. Since he returned from injury the Bears went 4-2 in their last six games. Four of the games the offense scored over 20 points and Justin passed for over 200 yards in four of this six as well. The defense coming on stronger as the season wore on would’ve been better in games like when he threw for over 300 yards and 4 TDs against Denver earlier in the season. I think it safe to say teams are legitimately concerned about what Chicago can become next season especially if you consider how many teams are allegedly interested in trading high picks for Justin.

They had as many as 3-4 last year with Leatherwood and Harry on the team. ??‍♂️

The team is on the cusp of meeting your record predictions (and “no playoffs”) and Justin is “on the out”?

In a related subject. I read no one from GB made the Pro Bowl. Sad… ???‍♂️??

Wow!!! I salute you!!! ?

Oh I’m not. She’s the public affairs rep.

Yeah I was in the same exact place when I read the link someone shared about Dexter. So far he has 13 solo and 2.5 sacks and he was nowhere near the hype Carter was. If you consider that instead Chicago got Wright and Dexter in round 2 then I’m good with Poles’ decision. Especually knowing Carter also has a questionable character background.

Welcome to the collective. ?‍?

Coulda swore we had this in Marshall and Jeffery. Turns out they both had over 1,000 at the same time (2013) and nearly were both over 1,300 that year. Jeffery got 1,421 and Marshall 1,295. As Maxwell Smart used to say, “missed it by that much”.

Random pic from yesterday’s game and one of Justin’s ‘biscuit in the basket’. (Thank you Gus Johnson).

With this I would completely agree. FWIW my conspiracist side says everyone on the Bears knows what’s going to happen next season. When I say “everyone” I mean; Poles, Warren, Flus, Fields and ownership. And they are all sworn to secrecy to appear that they don’t know what will happen so as to drive up the price of the 1st round pick and get all they can for it.

I get what you’re saying. I can see the critical side of Justin’s ability. I understand he has missed open receivers from time to time. But I also see a lot of the other “successful” QBs do it too. And those other guys have a better supporting cast (Oline, receivers, OC or HC) but Justin (in my mind) has overcome a lot of that adversity. (And to some level so has Flus). Nevertheless, I think Justin is smart enough to not only hear the noise of what you’re talking about but also to concentrate on focusing on what his weaknesses are and improving on them. Like Trubiksy he has the ‘good guy’ aura about him but on top of that he has the success background in HS and college that tells you he knows how to win and will do it given the chance. When you add in the “Houdini” like abilities of evading a sack like we saw a few times today, everyone starts chanting “we want Justin” in the stands. This guy is a keeper (IMHO) mostly because he’s the type of guy that you build around to make better. This post brought to you courtesy of Barrell Vantage Whiskey. ? Happy New Years you filthy animals. ???

Which will be Chicago. ?? But a lot of why he succeeded today was that Getsy called a few designed roll-outs, play action and run plays which are what he (Fields) needs to succeed. That and his Oline gave him a high percentage of clean pockets also contributed to his success. M