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The way it set up looks like it should have been one of those bubble screens with AJ catching it on the flat and Bennett and BM blocking upfield. Maybe explains why Bennett wasn't looking back. Maybe Cutler called audible from this formation? Maybe no one heard it? Was AJ just a decoy?

Is it me or does it look like Conte never moved? Why isn't he coming down to close the hole? Briggs was definitely fooled no doubt...

The guy has a horrible TD/INT ratio. How can you (and he) keep defending him by saying it's "Bennets fault" or Holmes " slipped"? Every time it's another excuse? Like someone asked yesterday, "how do you miss a 350 LB guy in white ?" And the other " near miss" where Morgan caught the ricochet was another Cutler f#*k up. I mean really, this guy does it all the time. Or at least enough to be called Jekyll and Hyde.

You talk about good and bad luck sometimes having an effect on a game. One of Cutler's near INTs came when the ball bounced off either Marshall or the defender and bounced into Morgans hands. Although 'good' luck in that case it was bittersweet since Cutler keeps playing like a lout. Thus the offense is not "good". Marshall is good, Alshon is good, Forte is good, Martellus is good... Cutler is not.

Hmm... Then why did the announcers keep saying "4th against the run"? Either my hearings shot or I need less hooch in my morning libation. Either way, Jay still looks like shat and needs to pull his head out. Especially for the money he's getting. I don't have faith in Clausen as I did in McCown. And for the record please do keep a running tally of how Cutler does vs McCown this year. I'll be interested in seeing.

Jolly good show! Cheerio!

Agreed. Mundy was one of the lone bright spots yesterday. Wasn't afraid to hit. Wonder if Peanut would still consider FS if asked "nicely"? ($$$)

Your answers are skewed. The Bills were rated 4th in their run defense, not whole defense. That point was belabored about 100 times yesterday during the broadcast. Their pass defense, which Jay THREW against, was not rated 4th. Just to put things in perspective the Bills allowed 228 yds passing and 28 passing TDs last year. Whereas the worst overall D last year, Dallas, allowed 283 yds passing and 33 passing TDs. I'll give you the 'new year' answer because evidently Manuel has improved or is it our D looked that bad? One thing is certain, Cutler is the "same old Cutler".

And where did Buffalos D rank? Before yesterday, how many INTs did Kyle Williams have?

Right. I was going to say this yesterday. I'm sure you (SCS) would be one of the first to say that Lovie is not known for his offensive prowess. No wonder McCown struggled. But, like last year and after having some time to warm up, he started improving. At any rate, McCown undoubtedly played better in Trestmans offense than did Cutler.

...and Bo Schembechler before that. Oddly enough arrogance, evidenced by people like Schembechler, Ditka, Harbaugh, Belichik tend to win. Sad that players can't handle a little adversity in order to do it.

Going to be a looonnnngggg year. Oh well only positive this weekend was that GB got blown out.

Yep. The first half wasn't much better.

Uhm... I rest my case(or Jay did rather). To a freakin DLman nonetheless? Are you serious? Old habits.

Really? A large number of passes have been WAY off target. And the deflection to Morgan was a near INT because he was trying to force it to BM. I know it's early but a lot of old habits showing themselves.

Like Mundy and Young. Great adds. Allen needs to show us something. Looking a lot like Peppers...

Two biggest losses of offseason; Hester and McCown. Cutler WILL NOT lead this team to the SB.

Was reading an article recently where allegedly Jim Harbaugh is "losing the locker room" in SF. This despite in his first three years he's compiled a 41-14 record. Allegedly one of the things that upset players was that he had the audacity to have the team scrimmage his brothers team this year in Baltimore. Of course there are a few other what appear minor issues the players don't like but I mean really? Is this not the pinnacle of self serving pathetic? On a team with a proven winning coach and they still snivel. Sounds like what happened with Singletary before that although his demand for winning didn't translate to nearly as many wins. (Do they just not like ex-Chicago players?). Either way it makes us west coasters look like pansies. I'll give Trestman some credit. Although I'm not really all that sold on how he deals with individuals I'm fairly convinced he has the confidence and support of the team. Like I said before the man is growing on me. He seems to have a pretty good handle on things and am looking forward to seeing how he does with this year . Good luck today fellas and to the rest of the year.

Good insight AZ. You may be right. Perhaps Trestman is more cerebral than I sometimes give him credit for. And from what I've read up on him, he seems he could have some shrewd managerial stylings. I'll still hold the verdict until the season starts. As far as Briggs. Read the article below and thought he (Briggs) had a respectful response. I answered the poll (about what I thought of him taking the day) with 'ask me after Sunday'. Because I think that will tell me whether missing that "one hour" was worth it. http://chicagofootball.com/2014/09/03/lanc...al-day/a2z1rv7/

Names for consideration of new DC: Mike Singletary or Bryan Cox (currently LB coach with ATL). Either one would be sweet.

Not sure 'horrific' is exactly right but more along the line of mediocre. Didn't we just have this conversation? I remember Mad saying Peanut before and I brought up Jennings for a myriad of reasons why he's good. I feel déjà vu all over again.

Agreed. Saw that and thought the same thing. I don't get the idea behind doing so because two of them (McCray and Mundy?) are contributing to ST. What I read is they can't decide who's best to play the position (in other words all look like garbage). I did see they said Vereen would be figured into the rotation, but it was more an afterthought. Doesn't instill a lot of confidence. I kinda wished A. Wilson would have worked out at this point. And this paired with the appearance of players coming and going at will (in Briggs' instance) makes for a bad omen. Why did Briggs wait until one week before the season starts to do this? Maybe its nothing...I'll go with that.

I saw this yesterday and was struck by the fact it even made press, especially the part about why he wanted the personal day. From what I read either Emery or Trestman were saying that when a player needs a personal day we try to honor that request to let them deal with personal matters. And the tone was that it was confidential, which I think it should be. But...since it appeared it was not, I agree that this is pretty tasteless by if for nothing else an example he sets. I understand when a player needs time to deal with a birth of child or some other notable event, but for a restaurant opening? On the other coastline? Really? C'mon man!! I'm not feeling it so far with this team. Between this and Marshall's guest appearances on HBO (or whatever) I'm beginning to question the discipline/concentration that these guys will have on game day. Guess time will tell.

Far as I can figure they don't want to have to try and get someone up to speed. Probably means there aren't many other viable candidates for NB. Frey is back so if worse comes to worse he can elevate to that spot after they re-dump Heyden. My guess that occurs about week 6-8, whenever Wilson comes back.