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Archive for November, 2011

Noots’ Notes Game 11: 25-20 Loss at Oakland

Monday, November 28th, 2011

Noots’ Notes-Game 11: 25-20 Loss at Oakland By Michael Nudo The Bears (7-4) were not able to overcome 3 interceptions by Caleb Hanie, making his first start as a pro. Oakland (7-4) kicked six field goals and had one touchdown. OFFENSE Quarterback Caleb Hanie (18-36-254, 2 TD, 3 INT, 5/50) looked like he was making [...]

Injury Report & Implications: CHI @ OAK

Saturday, November 26th, 2011

INJURY REPORT AND IMPLICATIONS Chicago Bears (7-3) at Oakland Raiders (6-4) By Michael Nudo BEARS OFFENSE vs. RAIDERS DEFENSE The Bears have lost quarterback Jay Cutler for a significant amount of time with a thumb injury. Caleb Hanie will get an opportunity to show what he has learned from the sideline over the last two [...]

Noots’ Notes Game 10: 31-20 Win over San Diego

Monday, November 21st, 2011

Noots’ Notes-Game 10: 31-20 win over San Diego By Michael Nudo The Bears (7-3) outfought a wounded but dangerous Chargers (4-6) team that was fighting for their playoff lives. Turnovers and special teams play were catalysts for the Bears. The offense responded in kind. OFFENSE Quarterback Jay Cutler (18-31-286, 2 TD, INT, 5/11, TD) had [...]

Injury Report & Implications: SD at CHI

Saturday, November 19th, 2011

INJURY REPORT AND IMPLICATIONS San Diego Chargers (4-5) at Chicago Bears (6-3) By Michael Nudo BEARS OFFENSE vs. CHARGERS DEFENSE Left guard Chris Williams (wrist) is done for the season. Edwin Williams will start there. He had an excellent preseason, and many felt he outplayed Chris Williams for the spot. He’ll get his opportunity Sunday. [...]

Noots’ Notes Game 9: 37-13 win over Detroit

Monday, November 14th, 2011

Noots’ Notes-Game 9: 37-13 Win over Detroit By Michael Nudo The Bears (6-3) dominated the Lions (6-3) based on 6 take-aways and a Devin Hester punt return for a touchdown. It was a hard-hitting game, and frustrations got the better of the Lions, who had a few cheap shots and started a fight. The Bears’ [...]

Injury Report & Implications: Lions at Bears

Saturday, November 12th, 2011

INJURY REPORT AND IMPLICATIONS Detroit Lions (6-2) at Chicago Bears (5-3) By Michael Nudo BEARS OFFENSE vs. LIONS DEFENSE Earl Bennett returned last week from a chest injury to haul in 5 passes for 95 yards and a touchdown. His presence is likely to mean less playing time for some of the other receivers. Continued [...]

Noots’ Notes Game 8: 30-24 Win over Philadelphia

Tuesday, November 8th, 2011

Noots’ Notes-Game 8: 30-24 Win at Philadelphia By Michael Nudo The Bears (5-3) played a great all-around game in beating the Eagles (3-5) on the road. On offense, they were led by a dominating offensive line to overcome a rare 2 fumble game by Matt Forte. On defense, they shut down explosive receivers Jeremy Maclin [...]

Injury Report & Implications: Bears @ Eagles

Sunday, November 6th, 2011

INJURY REPORT AND IMPLICATIONS Chicago Bears (4-3) at Philadelphia Eagles (3-4) By Michael Nudo BEARS OFFENSE vs. EAGLES DEFENSE Coming off the bye week, the offense received a big lift with the return of wide receiver Earl Bennett from a serious chest injury. He’s a dependable target and has a knack for making people miss [...]