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Stacey Dales saying A. Robinson more than likely out with a groin injury. If this be the case, I think this be the time Kevin White make an appearance...as in a statement that he wants to stay on the team. Or if not then get Wyms in there.

Nah, I’m really a softy deep down inside especially with these cool stories. This is a trend I’ve seen since Nagy got there. With painting the walls of motivational phrases and highlighting ‘family’ when breaking the team (and saying that’s all that matters). This is proof positive he’s a good man. Im a fan.

Gronk out eh? This is good news. http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000976117/article/gronkowski-back-does-not-make-trip-doubtful-vs-bears And some other ‘good vibe’ stuff.

Ultimately it’s going to come down to how well the D plays and whether they have an affect on getting to Brady. Just read that Callahan is questionable in the nickel spot which could be worrisome due to all the potential folks (White, Edelman and Gronk) that will use that area, and that it’s an ideal place to dump passes in ‘hurried’ situations. Sounds as though McManis will get the go if Callahan can’t. On offense, I agree with you. They can’t get cute and need to use more Howard than they have in the past. Soften up the front and middle of the D for effective passing plays when they need them.

Was watching an interview with Hicks and when asked about Mack being day-to-day Akiem said that anyone could step up and have a great day. But then with a bit of a glimmer in his eye said “...especially, I have a token for you, Isaiah Washington, we’ll see how he does.” I suspect he meant Isaiah Irving as I don’t think there is a Washington on the team unless he is talking about the b-ball player. Other articles say Irving has been active since Acho went down on IR. Count me intrigued. *Also hearing that Callahan is questionable at the slot. If he’s out sounds as the McManis will get to play Nickel. I’m not sure what to make of that.

Since you brought it up, I’m sure there’s been some conversation with Peterson too.

Fair enough. There’s a lot I like on the team; Nagy, Fangio, Mack, Howard, Robinson and a few I don’t trust; Trubisky, Cohen and Pace but all in all yes things are much better...so far.

Perhaps it’s the slow turn of winter where the days are dark and the nights are long. I actually consider my commentary as more critical. But I’m curious what is ‘negative’ about what I’m saying? Is it inaccurate or do you just not like the tone?

I’ll agree with all that. As I said before, to me this is more a concern I have with Pace. And quite honestly couldn’t remember specifically why it was Gould left. Just recall at the time I didn’t like it . And although maybe not a popular idea, having an outspoken kicker isn’t all that bad; ergo Kevin Butler aka “Butthead”. (As an interesting note of trivia: both Parkey and Gould broke records previously held by Butler. Team leading scorer (Gould) and rookie scoring record (Parkey)). But enough about Gould. This thread is about Trubisky. Is he really improving? You be the judge.

‘Doesn’t matter what other QBs do’...on a thread that started by comparing Trubisky to other QBs. I see. Should I not be curious about how well a third round backup QB did against the same team our 1st round ‘franchise’ QB played against only a few weeks previously? Which plays into the second part of your comment and his ‘progress’. I just find it interesting that Beathard did as well as he did given his ranking and background. And ‘our QB’ is ‘progressing’ since his game with GB. As as far as Gould and his more recent success I found an article that summarized my thoughts on the matter. I’ll summarize; “Last season, Bears kickers Connor Barth Mike Nugent and Cairo Santos, ...combined to miss six kicks, including two of four from beyond 50 yards.” “In 2016, Barth missed five of 23 field goals, including two from 50 yards or beyond. Since Pace dumped Gould before the 2015 season, the Bears’ all-time leading scorer has converted 62 of 65 field-goal attempts, including all four from 50 yards or longer. He has been good on 13 of 14 this season for the 49ers, including hitting all three attempts against the Packers on Monday night.” And, “Since Pace booted Gould, Bears kickers have missed 13 field-goal tries, or more than four times the number Gould has missed. ... Starting in 2016, Bears kickers have missed five attempts beyond 50 yards while Gould has been perfect.” Sure the change of scenery perhaps helped Gould but what did it do for the Bears? Thats more of a conviction of Pace than anything which still personally concerns me. Article here: http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/ct-spt-bears-matt-nagy-cody-parkey-robbie-gould-rosenbloom-20181016-story.html

Thank you... ??

So...speaking of QB ratings; I’ll be curious after tonight’s game to see how Beathard’s measures up to Trubiksy’s performance against GB..in GB. Beathard is looking pretty solid. And someone remind me again why the Bears got rid of Robbie Gould?

Ha! Funny you say that, my wife and I were noticing how Hicks could barely stand up late in the 4th quarter and in OT. There were a few others that seemed to show they were sapped out late in the game, especially on defense.

NM

Whatever they done must have clicked. Needed to knock off some of that rust. Looking a smidge better... lol

Coming out of the gate lethargic...and Mack is hurt. ?

Poor Brock! With three of his five starting OLmen down can you blame Tannehil for wanting to sit this one out? On the Bears side I see Amukamura and Miller are back. Would have like to seen more Tolliver.

*sigh* I should point out that John Clayton started this speculation. You know the “dumb” Hall of Fame writer? I thought I agreed to the point of him staying on the team especially for during bad weather. Or did you miss that part? And the part about how I’d prefer he not leave Chicago. ? But...As I earlier pointed out the Eagles are desperate (to add to their RB woes Sproles was recently hobbled by a hamstring) and the Bears certainly could use draft picks. And even if your super-‘special’ player Cohen were to get hurt, there’s still Cunningham, Nall and Mizzell on the roster. Although as AZ points out, Mizzell still has a long way to go before he can be trusted.

The real problem (for them) is that throughout his career Mack rarely sees one on one matchups and if they dare, it doesn’t go well for the opposition. I get the impression Tunsil isn’t 100% so that really means they’re screwed. And yeah, to have half the oline and part of the backfield focusing on Mack means the studs of the interior like Hicks and Goldman will have a field day. Kinda wish Cutler was still there. Something tells me they’ll be going to their backup (Fales?) before too long into the game.

So the question is; arm sleeve or no arm sleeve for Trubisky? I’m superstitious so I say ‘yes’. Lol.... https://bearswire.usatoday.com/2018/10/10/believe-in-the-sleeve-trubisky-will-wear-lucky-accessory-in-week-6/

Simply put, Howard is a known commodity where Nall is not. And you're right, he (Nall) probably does have better characteristics that fit this scheme more so than does Howard. Nevertheless, the Eagles are desperate and like I previously mentioned lost both Blunt and Ajayi within the last season. Having a back like Howard, who has unquestionably improved in his passing game, certainly would be appealing to Philly. All that being said and as I iterated before I would absolutely hate to see Howard leave. Even though Nagy doesn't seem to know how to use him right now, as others have posted here, Howard certainly has value in games where we need to grind it out and is a commodity when the weather turns to crap. **EDIT** As I finished this up I see in Bleacher Report rumors are that the Eagles may be more interested in getting LeSean McCoy back. That to me makes more sense as he (McCoy) is more the type back they ultimately need.

Funny you bring this up; I was just reading an article where it appears Jordan is getting frustrated with his role (or lack) on offense. From what I read he refused to talk to the media after the TB game and if anyone noticed, wasn’t used a lot in that game. Now if you pair that with the off season discussion about him being potential trade fodder (rumor or no), our team’s need for more draft picks, the relationship between Nagy and Peterson and their (Eagles) sudden need for a premier back with both Blunt and now Ajayi lost ... well you’d have to ask why shouldn’t it happen? I love Jordan but am reminded regularly the NFL is a business. And as much as I don’t think Cohen will last a full season, they are different style backs. And frankly Jordan isn’t getting the opportunities he once had. Hell they aren’t even doing zone blocking anymore which is where he excels. He’s expected to be more a power runner where he runs into the back of the blockers. It ain’t working. At the rate he’s going he’ll end up with just over 800 yards which is much less than he’s done his previous two years.

‘Hear, hear!!’

For me Mahomes is fun to watch but I’m glad he’s on someone else’s team. I’ve heard too many comparisons to Favre and Cutler due to his gunslinger mentality and style of play. I think we’re better off without someone like that for the time being. So far he’s lucked out and as someone else pointed out, it’s only a matter of time where he starts to get desperate. I’ve always been a fan of Watson’s. Had it not been the knee injury from last year there’s no telling where he would’ve ended up. My appreciation for him comes more from his leadership ability, especially on the big stage and his raw experience in the D1 level. Trubisky still has a ways to go before I personally ‘buy in’ but I do see flashes of potential. Until the game against TB he looked to me more like a younger Alex Smith but with happy feet, which is fine. But last week he made me think more of Rodgers with not only his mobility but showed me that he can throw to his left and deep downfield. Keep doing what you’re doing Mitchell or Mitch.

For as maligned as I am about Pace I really need to give him kudos for this. And really Virginia and fam, for putting all they did into getting Mack. He truly defines the phrase ‘generational player’. Excellent at what he does and just a great human being. In sorta a related topic; was watching the Pats / Colts game last night and got to thinking about this Walter Payton Man of the Year thing the NFL has been doing. And how they recently decided past recipients get to wear the logo (below) on their jersey for the remainder of their careers. Players like Eli Manning, Drew Brees, JJ Watt and our own Peanut Tillman have all had that distinction. Yet here we have a 20(?) year vet in Tom Brady who himself has been the NFL and Super Bowl MVP (more than once) and never received this distinction. Hmmm.