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It’s looking like the Bears will catch an (unfortunate) break on Sunday
I can’t be alone in my disdain for the ‘Bears haven’t played anyone’ narrative. The Bears have four wins through their first six games, and they were a handful of plays away from having one more win (over the Colts) on the docket. They are riding a three-game winning streak and have been clicking on all cylinders since the Week Four win over the Rams. My patience has worn thin in recent weeks, and I have gotten into more silly arguments over Chicago’s schedule in that span than I can remember (hand on the bible, I am not a perfect man).
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Moving can be stressful, especially for sports enthusiasts who need to transport valuable and often delicate equipment. Choosing the right moving company is crucial to ensure your gear and memorabilia are safely handled. To help make the process easier, here are some useful tips for finding a moving company that...
The Bears Are Finally Receiving Praise From the National Media
For most of my life, the national media has viewed the Bears as one of the league’s laughingstocks. However, there has been a sudden shift in opinions. Some people in the national spotlight still like to poke fun at Chicago (understandably so), but the majority of people are beginning to come around.
The Bears’ parallels with the 2012 Seahawks are undeniable
I have been thinking about putting pen to paper on this one since April, and the Bears clicking on all cylinders the past few weeks was the nudge I needed to connect the dots without feeling like I’m reaching. Chicago has followed a very similar blueprint (both in terms of roster construction and their respective gameplans) to the one the Seahawks laid out for their rookie quarterback 12 years ago, and the two squads have had similar through the first six games. Both teams want to win in the same ways (at least early in Caleb Williams’ career); with the help of a stifling defense and a solid running game.
RECAP – Week 6: Bears Take Care of Jacksonville Jaguars in London, Extend Win Streak to 3 Games, 35-16
Good things happen when Cole Kmet touches the football. GOOD. THINGS. HAPPEN. WHEN. COLE. KMET. TOUCHES. THE. FOOTBALL. For the second week straight, the Chicago Bears dominated a football game so well that by the end of the 4th quarter, the opposing backup QB was put in – the universal sign of waving the white flag.
What Would a Successful Season Look Like for the Bears?
The Chicago Bears finally played up to their expectations against the Panthers on Sunday, and they dominated. Their offense was electric, the defense remained steady, and Caleb Williams played his best game as a pro. They propelled themselves to 3-2, and fans are wondering where they’ll end up when it’s...
Chicago Fire II Do What The Senior Team Can’t – Make the Playoffs
Although Chicago Fire II, the Fire’s professional B Team, has only existed for a couple of years, it has already found more success than the senior team has since 2017. It might sound harsh, but it’s unfortunately true. The Fire’s recent elimination from the 2024 season extends their playoff drought from 2017 to 2024.
“The Path to Tomorrow Starts Today”
Well, that is all. It’s all over. Our beloved men in red are mathematically eliminated from MLS playoffs after falling to Charlotte FC 4-3 last week. Playoff chances looked impossible just a couple of games ago, but we can now officially say the season is dead. It’s another year in a row where the Fire season will not continue past match week 34. Another letdown, another disappointing year. Once again, another meaningless October.
FOX Broadcasters refuse to say Ryan Poles won the trade while Bears DOMINATE Panthers 36-10
Ladies and gentlemen, the Chicago Bears have a quarterback. There was a lot to love from the Bears on Sunday, as they absolutely dominated the Carolina Panthers in every aspect and cruised to a 36-10 victory at Soldier Field. Caleb Williams went 20/29 for 304 yards, 2 TDs, quarterback rating of 134.63. Connected with DJ Moore 5 times for 105 yards and 2 TDs. DeAndre Swift rallied off his strong performance last week, finished with 21 carries for 73 yards, 1 TD and added 2 receptions for 47 receiving yards. Roschon Johnson, primarily serving as the short yardage power back, punched in 2 TDs.
The Most Important Stretch of the Season Is Here
While the beginning of the 2024 season hasn’t quite met fans’ expectations, the Chicago Bears are still in a prime position to succeed. The Bears are sitting at .500 as they head into Week 5, entering the most important stretch of their season. Opportunity. The Bears have already...
Miami Dolphins vs. Tennessee Titans: Monday Night Football Showdown
In the opening matchup of Week 4’s Monday Night Football, the Miami Dolphins face off against the Tennessee Titans. The Dolphins, with a 1-2 record, aim to break their losing streak, while the Titans seek their first victory of the season. This game is anticipated to be a defensive...
Gervon Dexter Seems to Be Taking a Massive Leap in Year Two
Gervon Dexter Sr. was a player the Bears were counting on to leap in year two, as they desperately needed someone on the defensive line to step up alongside Montez Sweat. The University of Florida product seems to be coming through in a big way, as he already has three sacks through the first quarter of the year.
RECAP – Week 2: Bears Hold Off Los Angeles Rams, 24-18, Improve Record to 2-2
Caleb Williams is the 1st rookie QB selected No. 1 overall in the NFL Draft to win each of his first two career home starts in the common-draft era. You may think that stat is a little obscure, but hey, let’s be happy. Matthew Stafford and the Rams came...
One Step Forward, Another Step Back
The Chicago Bears offense made some much-needed progress against the Colts on Sunday. But even with that progress, there were still some major concerns. Every time they step forward, they take one more step back. Caleb’s Progression. Caleb Williams threw for 363 yards on Sunday! That’s the most from...
Maybe Next Year?
Last Saturday night, the Chicago Fire visited CF Montreal’s hostile environment and lost 2-0 to the Canadian side. In a match of high importance and playoff possibilities at stake, the Fire did what they do best: come up short—way short. They returned home with nothing to show from...
The Chicago Bears Consistently Test Your Belief in Happiness
For a moment, pretend you didn’t age four decades watching the Bears play football yesterday. Full stat-line for Caleb Williams – 33/52 363 yards, 2 TDs, 2 INTs, 1 FUM, 80.8 quarterback rating. Rome Odunze with 6 receptions for 112 yards and a touchdown. Cole Kmet with 10 receptions, 97 yards and a touchdown. DJ Moore with 8 receptions, 78 yards.
Is Caleb Williams Being Set Up For Success?
On Sunday Night Football, Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears faced off against CJ Stroud and the Houston Texans. The Bears lost 19-13 in Houston because of another lackluster offensive performance. This game left fans questioning why the offense wasn’t working. Is it the quarterback? Could it be the offensive...
The Confusing Disappearance of Roschon Johnson
Saying the Bears’ running game has stumbled out of the gate would be the understatement of the century. Big ticket free agent acquisition D’Andre Swift, whom the team signed to a three-year, $24 million deal this offseason, has 24 carries for 48 yards through two games. He also had a 20-yard run against the Titans. Taking away that apparent anomaly, he has 23 carries for 28 yards. Downright abysmal.
Ryan Poles, Bears Owe Caleb Williams an Apology
Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears lost 19-13 last night in a primetime Sunday Night Football matchup against CJ Stroud and the Houston Texans. I’m sure this game was a bit bizarre to the average football fan who is not cursed with the innate need to watch the Chicago Bears play football for happiness.
#BarclaysMen? Nah, #FireMen!
Nowadays, there seems to be a new trend or a new popular meme up on the internet almost every single week. So many in fact that you just sometimes can’t keep up with them. Earlier this week though, X.com has been home to one of the more popular, soccer-specific trends as of late. It has stuck and has drawn an incredible amount of attention. The nostalgia these short clips deliver is what I believe has really made the trend catch fire. For a second, millenials escape from their adulthood responsibilities and travel back to some of their favorite memories during their adolescent years. The trend has been titled, #BarclaysMen and is all over X and TikTok. The hashtag comes from the sponsor of the league, which is the euro based, banking company Barclays, from 2001 to 2016. The trend initially focused on EPL journeymen – players that have made a name for themselves in the English first division through their quality play and fascinating goals. You can call them “vintage” players. Those classic, pioneer players in the league that just always appeared at the most random times and seemed to score worldies on a consistent basis. Players that perhaps weren’t remotely considered to be Balon d Or’ candidates, but as the young folks say, players that “the streets will never forget.”
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