Noots’ Notes-Game 4: 34-29 Win over Carolina By Michael Nudo The Bears (2-2) won a wild game against the Carolina Panthers (1-3) behind a great rushing effort from Matt Forte and a record-breaking return from Devin Hester. OFFENSE Quarterback Jay Cutler (9-17-102, INT, 1/2) didn’t have many attempts because of the focus on running. When [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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. [...]
Noots’ Notes-Game 16: 10-3 Loss to Green Bay By Michael Nudo The Bears (11-5) were defeated on the road as the Packers (10-6) won to get into the playoffs. It was an old-fashioned defensive struggle. The Bears played their starters the entire game, despite knowing they were assured of the second seed in the playoffs. [...]
Noots’ Notes-Game 15: 38-34 Win over New York Jets By Michael Nudo The Bears (11-4) recovered from a 21-10 second quarter deficit to defeat the Jets (10-5) at Soldier Field. The win keeps the Bears in good shape to get a first-round bye in the playoffs. OFFENSE Quarterback Jay Cutler (13-25-215, 3 TD, INT, 4/3, [...]
Noots’ Notes-Game 14: 40-14 Win over Minnesota By Michael Nudo The Bears (10-4) went to Minnesota to play the Vikings (5-9) at TCF Stadium in the snow and freezing rain. They outmatched a banged up Vikings team in all phases en route to a 40-14 laugher. Five forced turnovers were a key to the victory [...]
Noots’ Notes-Game 13: 36-7 Loss to New England By Michael Nudo The Bears (9-4) were embarrassed 36-7 by the Patriots (11-2) in front of a wind-blown Soldier Field crowd that must have been asking why they showed up for a game that was already 33-0 at halftime. This had all the makings to be a [...]
Noots’ Notes-Game 12: 24-20 Win over Detroit By Michael Nudo The Bears (9-3) won their 5th consecutive game, overcoming a poor first half defensive performance to defeat the Lions (2-10). This was a typical Lions loss. It was close, but no Wayne Fontes victory cigar. OFFENSE Quarterback Jay Cutler (21-26-234, TD, 5/12, fumble) played well [...]
Noots’ Notes-Game 11: 31-26 Win over Philadelphia By Michael Nudo The Bears (8-3) stacked their 4th win in a row, beating the Eagles (7-4) 31-26 in a true statement game. It was an impressive victory in all phases. OFFENSE Quarterback Jay Cutler (14-21-247, 4 TD) played mistake-free football and made sure he hit the big [...]