Noots’ Notes-Game 3: 27-17 Loss to Green Bay By Michael Nudo The Bears (1-2) were blown out at home against the Green Bay Packers (3-0), 27-17. The score was no indication of how out of hand the game really was. OFFENSE Quarterback Jay Cutler (21-37-302, 2 TD, 2 INT, 3/11) had a real head-scratcher of [...]
INJURY REPORT AND IMPLICATIONS Green Bay Packers (2-0) at Chicago Bears (1-1) By Michael Nudo BEARS OFFENSE vs. PACKERS DEFENSE Rookie right tackle Gabe Carimi suffered a partially dislocated knee last week and is expected to miss at least a month. Frank Omiyale replaced Carimi in the game and will hold down the position until [...]
Noots’ Notes-Game 2: 30-13 Loss at New Orleans By Michael Nudo The Bears followed up a 30-12 win over Atlanta with a 30-13 loss to New Orleans. After a good start, the Bear offense lost its way and the defense had one major (Wright) lapse. OFFENSE Quarterback Jay Cutler (19-45-244, TD, 1/12, Fumble) did not [...]
INJURY REPORT AND IMPLICATIONS Chicago Bears at New Orleans Saints By Michael Nudo BEARS OFFENSE vs. SAINTS DEFENSE Wide receiver Roy Williams (questionable) injured his groin last week against Atlanta. If he misses action, it will mean more reps for Johnny Knox. Right guard Lance Louis (doubtful) injured his ankle in the first half against [...]
Noots’ Notes-Game 1: 30-12 Win over Atlanta By Michael Nudo The Bears dominated the Falcons and played well in all phases in their home opener at Soldier Field. OFFENSE Quarterback Jay Cutler (22-32-312 2 TD, INT) had a big day. He left points on the field when he missed Kellen Davis on a throwback screen. [...]
INJURY REPORT AND IMPLICATIONS Atlanta Falcons at Chicago Bears By Michael Nudo BEARS OFFENSE vs. FALCONS DEFENSE The acquisition of Roy Williams has been a lightning rod during the preseason. He is reunited with Daryl Drake and Mike Martz. This takes the spotlight off the revamped line, which features rookie Gabe Carimi at right tackle. [...]