Noots’ Notes-Game 10: 16-0 Win over Miami By Michael Nudo The Bears (7-3) won their third game in a row. They controlled the clock on offense and pitched a shutout on defense to stop the Dolphins (5-5) in Miami on Thursday night. The Bears have sole possession of first place in the NFC North. OFFENSE [...]
Noots’ Notes-Game 8: 22-19 Win over Buffalo By Michael Nudo The Bears (5-3) utilized a rare balanced attack to control the clock and minimize turnovers in defeating the winless Bills (0-8) in Toronto. OFFENSE Quarterback Jay Cutler (17-30-188, 2 TD, 5/39, fumble) didn’t play a pretty game, but it was a smart game. He threw [...]
Noots’ Notes-Game 7: 17-14 Loss to Washington By Michael Nudo The Bears (4-3) turned the ball over on 5 consecutive drives to allow the Redskins (4-3) to beat them in front of a stunned Soldier Field crowd. Circling the drain, the Bears head into the bye week losing 3 of their last 4 games. OFFENSE [...]
Noots’ Notes-Game 6: 23-20 Loss to Seattle By Michael Nudo The Bears (4-2) fell to the Seahawks (3-2) at Soldier Field thanks to an inability to block the blitz and convert third down. On defense, they couldn’t stop the Seahawks, who held the ball for over 34 minutes and put together scoring drives of 85 [...]
Noots’ Notes-Game 5: 23-6 Win at Carolina Panthers By Michael Nudo With their star quarterback on the bench because of a concussion, the Bears (4-1) woke up their dormant running game to the tune of 218 rushing yards and two touchdown as the kept the Panthers (0-5) winless. OFFENSE Quarterback Todd Collins (6-16-32, 4 Int) [...]
Noots’ Notes-Game 4: 17-3 Loss at NY Giants By Michael Nudo The Giants (2-2) knocked the Bears (3-1) from the ranks of the unbeaten, pummeling them with nine first half sacks. Put the kids up to bed for this summary. It’s not going to be pretty. OFFENSE Quarterback Jay Cutler (8-11-42, INT, 3 Fumbles) was [...]
Noots’ Notes-Game 3: 20-17 Win over Green Bay By Michael Nudo The Bears (3-0) gave their home fans a real treat in a thrilling, come-from behind win over the Packers (2-1) on Monday night. OFFENSE Quarterback Jay Cutler 16-27-221, TD, INT, 3/37) overcame numerous communication issues with his receivers to deliver a winner of a [...]
Noots’ Notes-Game 2: 27-20 Win over Dallas By Michael Nudo The Bears (2-0) played a very smart game on the road en route to a 27-20 win over the Cowboys (0-2). The Bears’ defense forced the turnovers that were the difference in the contest. OFFENSE Quarterback Jay Cutler (21-29-277, 3 TD, 5/3) had a brilliant [...]
Noots’ Notes-Game 1: 19-14 Win over Detroit By Michael Nudo The Bears (1-0) overcame numerous miscues to hold off the Lions (0-1) 19-14 at Soldier Field. Despite a yardage advantage of 463-168, the Bears needed a brilliant 4th quarter pass and catch from Jay Cutler to Matt Forte to pull out the win. Briggs disrupts [...]
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. [...]