March 28, 201213 yr comment_103981 http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/footb...story?track=rss Packers coach on Marshall joining Bears: 'They definitely got better' PALM BEACH, Fla. -- Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy has been watching the Chicago Bears’ offseason moves with interest, and was particularly intrigued to see the Bears acquire receiver Brandon Marshall. “Brandon is a problem for defenses matching up,” he said. “He’s a No. 1 receiver, he’s a hard guy to single up and play. They definitely got better. "Plus, he has the relationship with (Jay) Cutler. There is definitely value in that. It will complement their run game. They ran the ball very, very well at the end of the year, the way they wanted to run the ball. They definitely improved.” It remains to be seen whether the acquisition of Marshall will help close the gap between the Bears and Packers, but that certainly is the Bears’ plan. “I like the way the Bears go about their business,” McCarthy said. “I enjoy the rivalry. I think Lovie (Smith) is a heck of a coach.” While the Bears have acquired five players from other teams, the Packers have been low-key in free agency as usual. They lost quarterback Matt Flynn and center Scott Wells, and replaced Wells with Jeff Saturday. McCarthy doesn’t mind being part of a team that does not sign free agents. He buys into the player development process. “You can improve in the offseason not just through free agency,” he said. “We’ve improved every year with our offseason program and I believe that’s going to be the case again this year.” Report
March 28, 201213 yr comment_103984 http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/footb...story?track=rss He opens so many other options for the offense. Packers coach on Marshall joining Bears: 'They definitely got better' PALM BEACH, Fla. -- Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy has been watching the Chicago Bears’ offseason moves with interest, and was particularly intrigued to see the Bears acquire receiver Brandon Marshall. “Brandon is a problem for defenses matching up,” he said. “He’s a No. 1 receiver, he’s a hard guy to single up and play. They definitely got better. "Plus, he has the relationship with (Jay) Cutler. There is definitely value in that. It will complement their run game. They ran the ball very, very well at the end of the year, the way they wanted to run the ball. They definitely improved.” It remains to be seen whether the acquisition of Marshall will help close the gap between the Bears and Packers, but that certainly is the Bears’ plan. “I like the way the Bears go about their business,” McCarthy said. “I enjoy the rivalry. I think Lovie (Smith) is a heck of a coach.” While the Bears have acquired five players from other teams, the Packers have been low-key in free agency as usual. They lost quarterback Matt Flynn and center Scott Wells, and replaced Wells with Jeff Saturday. McCarthy doesn’t mind being part of a team that does not sign free agents. He buys into the player development process. “You can improve in the offseason not just through free agency,” he said. “We’ve improved every year with our offseason program and I believe that’s going to be the case again this year.” Report
March 28, 201213 yr comment_103987 He won't be worried until we get our pass protection fixed. Report
March 28, 201213 yr comment_103988 He won't be worried until we get our pass protection fixed. Report
March 28, 201213 yr Author comment_103993 He won't be worried until we get our pass protection fixed. LOL...he is worried now thats why he is making these statements. If you are not worried about your rival team then why would you follow what they are doing? Report
March 28, 201213 yr comment_103994 LOL...he is worried now thats why he is making these statements. If you are not worried about your rival team then why would you follow what they are doing? It's called scouting. That's how you stay on top of them... Report
March 28, 201213 yr comment_103999 It's called scouting. That's how you stay on top of them... Exactly. And as long as he can send an edge rusher down Cutler's throat via the LT highway, I don't think he's that worried. Report
March 28, 201213 yr comment_104002 Only thing he's worried about is having enough pocket change to pay the toll to pass the Webb Bridge Report
March 28, 201213 yr Author comment_104003 Only thing he's worried about is having enough pocket change to pay the toll to pass the Webb Bridge Well in that sense he better be worried about his own LT and RT with Peppers on the field. They are looking for help as well with their aging LT and hurt rookie. Looks like we are in the same search for a LT. Report
March 28, 201213 yr comment_104013 I believe we have our LT in Chris Williams, we're looking for an OG/C IMO Report
March 28, 201213 yr comment_104017 I believe we have our LT in Chris Williams, we're looking for an OG/C IMO I think you're right...which is what worries and disgusts me. Tice's love-crush with Webb is dangerous for this franchise. Report
March 29, 201213 yr comment_104038 I think you're right...which is what worries and disgusts me. Tice's love-crush with Webb is dangerous for this franchise. Trust me when I say this: Tice doesn't like Webb AT ALL. It's Lovie who loves Webb. Report
March 29, 201213 yr Author comment_104049 Trust me when I say this: Tice doesn't like Webb AT ALL. It's Lovie who loves Webb. I trust you....I don't like Webb.........LOL Report
March 29, 201213 yr comment_104074 Trust me when I say this: Tice doesn't like Webb AT ALL. It's Lovie who loves Webb. Well, if they don't add anyone, both of their jobs depend on him being right. Report
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