Noots' Notes

Noots’ Notes-Game 16: 37-23 Win at Detroit (holiday edition) By Michael Nudo The Bears (7-9) flexed their offensive muscles en route to a second consecutive win to end the season. The Lions stayed close throughout the game, led by Daunte Culpepper’s passing and some shoddy defense. OFFENSE QB: Jay Cutler (22-36-276, 4 TD) was brilliant. [...]

INJURY REPORT AND IMPLICATIONS Chicago Bears (6-9) at Detroit Lions (2-13) By Michael Nudo BEARS OFFENSE vs. LIONS DEFENSE It was surprising that Devin Hester (calf) wasn’t able to go on Monday night. They’ll need him against the Lions and quite possibly to return kickoffs. Johnny Knox suffered a badly sprained ankle that will keep [...]