http://www.sportsnipe.com Chicago Bears, Team News, Updates, and Stats from all sports sources, updated continually. http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1048131/biggs-quartet-players-fined-out-bearsniners-game-national-football-post.html Biggs: Quartet of players fined out of Bears-Niners gameNational Football PostThe San Francisco 49ers got the victory last week when they hosted the Chicago Bears, and then a trio of Niners got zapped with fines by the NFL. ...and more » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1048130/silence-speaks-volumes-about-chicago-bears-chicagonow-blog.html BearGoggles (blog)The Silence Speaks Volumes About The Chicago BearsChicagoNow (blog)The reasoning behind this, according to the Bears, is there is nothing left to say? What does this say about the mentality of the Chicago Bears? ...Lance Briggs puts blame on players for Chicago Bears' poor playChicago TribuneBears' GM Angelo: 'I am not alarmed'National Football PostBears deny rift with NBCESPNFanIQ (blog) -ProFootballTalk -FanHouse (blog)all 75 news articles » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1048129/philadelphia-eagles-vs-chicago-bears-nfl-week-11-picks-sportsoddscom.html betting.betfair.com (blog)Philadelphia Eagles vs Chicago Bears NFL Week 11 PicksSports-Odds.comPhiladelphia Eagles vs Chicago Bears NFL Week 11 Picks: The Philadelphia Eagles and the Chicago Bears will both be trying to pick up a win on Sunday night ...Week 11 Preview: Eagles (5-4) @ Bears (4-5)Windy City GridironEagles, Bears in similar spotSportingNews.comNFL Betting: Philadelphia Eagles at Chicago Bearsbetting.betfair.com (blog)Delaware County Daily Times -MiamiHerald.com -Philadelphia Inquirerall 115 news articles » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1048128/bears-rb-wolfe-placed-on-ir-miamiheraldcom.html Chicago TribuneBears RB Wolfe placed on IRMiamiHerald.comBy Sports Network The Chicago Bears placed running back Garrett Wolfe on injured reserve Friday, and elevated running back Kahlil Bell to the active roster. ...Bears' Wolfe out with kidney injuryESPNBiggs: Kidney injury will sideline Wolfe for seasonNational Football PostGarrett Wolfe: Bears move Wolfe to injured reserveRotoworld.comChicago Sun-Times -Bleacher Report -RotoTimes.comall 52 news articles » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1048127/bears-rb-wolfe-lost-for-season-kidney-injury.html The Chicago Bears placed backup running back Garrett Wolfe on injured reserve Friday, ending his season. The team listed a kidney injury for Wolfe, who told the Chicago Tribune in a text message that he suffered a lacerated kidney on the opening kickoff of a game against Arizona on Nov. 8. The Bears elevated running back Kahlil Bell from the practice squad to replace Wolfe. Wolfe carried the ball 22 times this season for 120 yards and one touchdown. Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1048126/week-11-preview-eagles-54-bears-45.html by Marcio Jose Sanchez - AP 7 days ago: Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler walks off the field after throwing an interception to San Francisco 49ers safety Michael Lewis in the end zone in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game in San Francisco, Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009. The 49ers won 10-6. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) View full size photo » The Bears get to "show off" once again on national TV Sunday night vs the Eagles. Maybe the rest of the country will learn from last Thursday night's ugliness, and watch something else. Week 11 Recap The Eagles: Donovan McNabb threw for an incredible 450 yards, but the Eagles were trading field goals for touchdowns and lost on the road to San Diego 31-23. That's the second trip Philly has made coast-to-coast this year, and they've lost both contests (losing also to the terrible Raiders in week 6). With McNabb completing 35 of 55 throws... Jason Avant (8), DeSean Jackson (8), Jeremy Maclin (6) and Brent Celek (6) each caught at least 6 passes.  Neither defense had much of an impact in this game, as both McNabb and his counterpart Phillip Rivers (20/25, 231, 131.8 QB rating) had plenty of time to throw. The biggest news of the game was Brian Westbrook's second concussion in recent weeks, which could threaten to end his season.  The Bears: Jay Cutler and company embarrassed themselves on prime time television again... this time in an ugly 10-6 road loss to the 49ers on Thursday night. The Bears defense actually put up a very strong effort, holding the 49ers to just 216 yards of total offense. But, Jay Cutler threw 5 friggin interceptions, including one in the end zone with time expiring, failing at chance to win the game. As if the game wasn't bad enough, there were 19 penalties called between the two teams, giving viewers plenty of time to complain about the previous Cutler interception. One of the lone bright spots was Zachary Bowman, who had his 3rd INT in his last 5 games... however, he left the game with abdominal injury and never returned.    Quick Numbers: 17: Jay Cutler INTs on the year. 194: Receiving yards for Matt Forte in the last two weeks.  46: Receptions for TE Brent Celek, leading the Eagles in that category. 29: Sacks by the Eagle defense, tied for second in the NFL. Key Injuries: PHI RB Brian Westbrook (concussion) OPHI WR Kevin Curtis (knee) O  CHI C Olin Kreutz (back) Q When the Eagles have the ball.Donovan McNabb is enjoying more weapons than he's ever had in his long career as QB of the Eagles. Second year WR DeSean Jackson has been among the most explosive playmakers in the NFL this season, and rookie 1st round pick Jeremy Maclin is proving to be an exceptional threat himself. In past years, RB Brian Westbrook was the man McNabb would lean on, but in an injury plagued season, Westbrook's targets are going to TE Brent Celek, who leads the Eagles in receptions. Filling in for Westbrook is rookie LeSean McCoy, who now leads the team in rushing and also has 23 catches. This is a very potent offense... led by a great QB: exactly the kind of team that exposes the Bears defense (see the first half of the Bengals and Cardinals games). With the Bears pass rush disappearing after week 4, McNabb will have plenty of time to throw the football. The one trouble spot for the Eagles has been running in the red zone (sound familiar?). In fact, the last time these two teams met, the Bears put up a key goal line stand late in the 4th quarter to win the game.   The key match-up for the Eagles: WR DeSean Jackson vs the Bears safetiesJackson is second in the NFL at 18.3 yards per catch... because he beats safety help every week. The Bears play a lot of cover 2, and rely on their safeties to limit big plays. I see the Bears safeties getting a big serving of burnt toast this Sunday night. The X factor on offense for the Eagles: WR Jeremy MaclinThe rookie receiver has been gaining the trust of his QB and getting more and more involved. He's another explosive player, who should pose big match-up concerns vs the Bears safeties. When the Bears have the ball.This is now officially a one-dimensional offense... as Matt Forte's 194 receiving yards in the last two weeks has waived the white flag on the running game. No run game vs a blitz heavy defense that is tied for second in the NFL with 29 sacks is a very, very bad match-up. Not having to worry about the run, the Eagles can blitz at will vs Cutler and his porous O-line. Expect to see Dez Clark on the field plenty in this one, to aid in pass protection vs the Eagles blitz. The Bears can counter the blitz with a big dose of screen passes to Matt Forte, and if they can pick up the blitz, it could create opportunities for speedsters Devin Hester and Johnny Knox to get open vs less men in the secondary. The key match-up for the Bears: LT Orlando Pace vs DE Trent Cole Cole leads the Eagles with 7.5 sacks, and Pace has been losing some favor with the fans and media, despite (in my account) a solid, if unspectacular performance.  The X Factor on offense for the Bears: WR Devin Aromashodu This spot is usually reserved for Greg Olsen, but Jay Cutler has been campaigning to get his favorite pre-season target on the field more often.  Let's see if that helps Jay in the red zone.... not.   Side notes from the NFC North: Vikings: Division leading Minnesota will host the Seahawks on Sunday. This could be another cakewalk for them, but watch out for a re-juvinated Seattle running game behind Justin Forsett, vs a Vikings D allowing 4.2 yards per carry.  Lions: The Lions and Browns square off in the battle of crud near the lake in Detroit on Sunday. Nobody needs to watch this game. And if you're starting someone in fantasy football... you've already lost.  Packers: Aaron Rodgers was sacked another 4 times last week by the Cowboys, boosting the league leading total to 41. This Sunday, the 49ers will get their turn in Lambeau. Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1047263/garrett-wolfe-finishes-yet-another-season-on-ir.html Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1046508/bears-face-special-talent-in-jackson-espn.html Bears face special talent in JacksonESPNLAKE FOREST, Ill. -- The Chicago Bears' coverage units will again be put to the test this weekend, as Dave Toub's unit must contain Philadelphia speedster ...Bears' Toub, head coach?ESPNall 5 news articles » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1046507/bears-wolfe-out-kidney-injury-espn.html Bears' Wolfe out with kidney injuryESPNLAKE FOREST, Ill. -- A lacerated kidney will force Chicago Bears running back Garrett Wolfe to miss the remainder of the season, ...Biggs: Kidney injury will sideline Wolfe for seasonNational Football PostGarrett Wolfe to miss remainder of seasonProFootballTalkall 8 news articles » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1046504/sunday-snapshot-eagles-vs-bears.html The Scout.com NFL experts chip in with everything you need to know just ahead of Sunday's primetime game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Week 11. Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1046502/big-game-indeed.html SPOTLIGHT GAME Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1046501/lovie-on-silent-act-nothing-else-to-say.html It's time to put up, so the Bears are going to shut up when it comes to the NBC pregame show Sunday night. Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1046498/garrett-wolfe-out-for-year.html Garrett Wolfe has a lacerated kidney that will sideline him the rest of the year.  So who is out there?  Larry Johnson looks very tantalizing right now but our old nemisis Cincinnatti picked him up.  We are getting really thin at this position.  Can you say Tiki Barber?  Trade deadline has passed so if Matt Forte gets hurt, we are in deep trouble.  It looks to me like the Bears are going to have to scour the practice squads of every team in the NFL to find some back-ups.  This is due to their reluctance to sign NFL players that become available.  I guess they figure they will never need the help. Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1046497/jay-cutler-lovie-smith-spurn-bob-costas-interview-request-yahoo-sports.html Stating that "there's nothing else to say", Chicago Bears coach Lovie Smith has refused a Bob... Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1045369/nfl-tailgating-crackdown.html For me, this decade has been the decade of tailgating before Bears games.  And as we all know, this decade is quickly coming to a close.  I’ll never figure out how fast the last 10 years have gone by. The older I get, honestly the less tailgating I can handle.  It was a ghastly thought for me a few years ago to think about missing tailgating before any Bears game.  Hell, in 2002 we roadtripped to Champaign every weekend to start the party no later than 7 a.m. When we started seriously tailgating around Soldier Field in the late 1990’s, the “official” lots were off limits as always to us because of the Bears’ unfair lottery system.  So we found a better place to tailgate-the best actually-at the Adler Planetarium.  For $25 we would park along the lake with grass behind us and plenty of bathrooms close.  But nothing so good could possibly last.  In 2006, the price at the Planetarium was jacked to over $50 (I believe it is now $100 for a car to park at the Planetarium for a Bears game) so we moved to the 31st street lot south of McCormick Place. From 2006-2008 the 31st lot was rather like the wild west.  One could park whenever they wanted, even 4 a.m. I believe, and there was no security patrolling, telling people where to park or to take canopies down.  We would arrive before 7 a.m., set up along the grassy area by the train tracks, and again have all the amenities we needed. Beginning in 2009, the scuttlebutt has been that the Bears and NFL really, truly have to be trying to kill tailgating by making it just too much of a hassle.  This was elaborated on in the USA Today yesterday in their article “NFL vs Unruly Fans”.  In it they explain that the NFL is urging teams not to open parking lots until 3 1/2 hours before the game.  It mentions that the Bears have balked because what this would do to Chicago traffic.  Amazing; I’m sure the Bears would cut it to 2 hours if they had their way. So we continue to tailgate at 31st street this year, but they “someone” (who?) brought in people to tell drivers exactly where they have to park and to patrol the lot to nitpick about people’s setups.  Sounds like by the time they really crack down and finish off people that are having fun as I was 10 years ago, I’ll be too old to notice. Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1044893/bears-den-112009.html  Ready for SNF? I am...Prime Rib and Prime Time!   The Bears will be preparing for the "Blitzing Birds" of Philadelphia.  Think we can handle it? 6 reasons why the Bears' franchise is inept.  What would your top-6 be? Yesterday's injury reports. SBN's week 11 Power Rankings.  Adam, how high did you put the Bears on your ballot? Bob LeGere says to throw it to Forte. LeBron James to the Browns.  Any Chicago athletes you'd like to see on the Bears? Earl Bennett says that Cutler will bounce back.  What about the OL Earl? Chicago Rush returning in 2011.   Do you watch the arena league? Bob Costas: "It's obvious that they have decided that there is nothing that they can add to it. What else can they say? The team has been playing poorly." Charles Tillman on facing McNabb: Keep it simple, stupid. Cedric Benson talks about the addition of Larry Johnson.  A wee bit concerned there, Ced? Sunday is a must-win for both the Bears and the Eagles. Brad Childress extended through 2013 in Minnesota.  I'm glad he's not our coach. If you come across anything Den-worthy, let us know! Not Bears related, but I'm dropping it in here anyhow.  Georgia's mascot UGA VII died of a heart attack.  He was 4 years old. Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1044079/eagles-mcdermott-juggles-defense-allentown-morning-call.html The News JournalEagles' McDermott juggles defenseAllentown Morning Call... when defensive coordinator Sean McDermott admitted there could be a revised linebacking alignment in place for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bears. ...Battle With The Bears Is Sean McDermott's Chance To Earn His StripesBleacher ReportMiddle man still in doubtCherry Hill Courier PostMays could get call in middle from EaglesPhiladelphia Inquirerall 17 news articles » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1042911/battle-bears-sean-mcdermotts-chance-to-earn-his-stripes-bleacher-report.html Bleacher ReportBattle With The Bears Is Sean mcdermott's Chance To Earn His StripesBleacher ReportRight now, the Chicago Bears are a perfect tonic for a bad defense, and an even better one for a potentially potent offense. They have no offensive identity ...and more » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1042910/chicago-bears-cornerbacks-must-make-plays-against-donovan-mcnabb-tribune.html The Onion (satire)Chicago Bears cornerbacks must make plays against Donovan McNabbChicago TribuneThe Bears are at their best when they win the turnover battle, which might be a difficult task come Sunday. The Eagles, thanks to a relentless, ...Mount Carmel graduate has gone through a lot while in PhiladelphiaESPNEagles, Bears in similar spotSportingNews.comNFL Preview - Philadelphia (5-4) at Chicago (4-5)MiamiHerald.comWBBM780 -KTVU.com -CBSSports.comall 98 news articles » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1042170/chicago-bears-short-passing-game-one-area-thats-impressive-tribune.html Chicago Bears short passing game one area that's impressiveChicago TribuneInstead of continuing to beat their helmets against eight-man fronts, the Bears are coming to a realization: they don't have to run the ball. ... Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1042169/easy-explanations-for-chicago-bears-silence-tribune.html Easy explanations for the Chicago Bears' silenceChicago Tribune--Cutler is very concerned Dan Grossman is going to show up and blame Costas for Rex Grossman's problems in Chicago. --As much as the Bears want to tell the ... Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1042168/lance-briggs-puts-blame-on-players-for-chicago-bears-poor-play-tribune.html Lance Briggs puts blame on players for Chicago Bears' poor playChicago TribuneBears linebacker Lance Briggs is not surprised people continue to condemn head coach/defensive play-caller Lovie Smith. ... Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1041352/obama-to-appear-in-psa-3-nfl-players-associated-press.html USA TodayObama to appear in PSA with 3 NFL playersThe Associated PressObama wears a Chicago Bears jacket as he plays football with Brees, Pittsburgh Steelers safety Polamalu and Ware. A shorter version of the spot will air ...President tackling kids' obesity, public service on White House lawnUSA TodayPresident Obama to appear with NFL players for Thanksgiving public service ...CNN Political Tickerall 205 news articles » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1041351/mount-carmel-graduate-has-gone-through-lot-while-in-philadelphia-espn.html ChicagoBears.comMount Carmel graduate has gone through a lot while in PhiladelphiaESPNIn the summer of 2007, a few months after the Chicago Bears got drilled in the Super Bowl, and the Eagles spent a second-round draft pick on Houston ...Eagles, Bears in similar spotSportingNews.comNFL Preview - Philadelphia (5-4) at Chicago (4-5)MiamiHerald.comExtra Time Could Benefit The BearsWBBM780KTVU.com -CBSSports.com -Bleacher Reportall 85 news articles » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1041350/nightlinks-turner-says-cutlers-struggles-arent-visionrelated.html More photos » by Nam Y Huh - AP Browse more photos » In what has been a hot topic for both main-stream media and small football blogs, offensive coordinator Ron Turner addresses the speculation that Jay Cutler's struggles this year could be sight-related. ''I think it is totally a coincidence, I really do,'' Turner said. ''It's not a situation where it's night, it's prime time and maybe he's trying to force the issue too much. That is not the case. I went back and looked at all of them -- that hasn't been the case. I don't know.'' When one reporter brought up the fact that Vinny Testaverde was color-blind, and also had trouble throwing picks, Turner responded: ''I will ask Jay if he's colorblind. I have never asked him that,'' Turner said with a laugh. ''I really will go ask him. I appreciate it.'' Dan Pompei also gets in on the action, and provides a statistical look at Cutler's career at night.  Make sure you check it out. In his four-year career, Cutler has played in 13 night games and is 4-9, even though his numbers with the Broncos at night mirrored his daytime career statistics. Still, what stands out most is Cutler has thrown one interception for every 20.3 attempts in night games, compared with one interception for every 34.6 attempts in day games. And yes, those numbers are a bit skewed from last Thursday's five-interception evening in San Francisco. Honestly, what do you make of this idea, that Cutler's struggles could be sight-related?  We have to assume that medical professionals would have a better understanding of a player's situation than a layperson, but this certainly has gained a lot of attention. Some will say that when there's smoke, there's fire.  Then again, when the media is the one setting the fire, you have to consider the source.  My medical diagnosis: It's the OL people! Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1040801/extra-time-could-benefit-bears-wbbm780.html The Onion (satire)Extra Time Could Benefit The BearsWBBM780LAKE FOREST, Ill. (WBBM) -- The Chicago Bears have had some extra time to prepare for the Philadelphia Eagles and lets hope it pays off in a prime time win. ...Eagles-Bears PreviewCBSSports.comChicago Bears: What Needs To Be Done To Fix The Future, Right Now!Bleacher ReportNFL Week 11 Preview: Eagles vs. BearsCappersPicks.com (blog)Philadelphia Daily News -Eagles Insiders (blog) -WDEL 1150AMall 59 news articles » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1040799/eagles-bears-in-similar-spot.html Donovan McNabb called it a "must win," and just to be clear, he was only referring to his Philadelphia Eagles. That the Chicago Bears are in a similar spot was merely a coincidence, yet after a rough few weeks, that's where these teams stand heading into their game Sunday night. The Eagles (5-4) are coming off two close losses. The Bears (4-5) have dropped four of five. And both teams desperately need a win at Soldier Field. Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1040798/eagles-bears-in-similar-spot.html Donovan McNabb called it a "must win," and just to be clear, he was only referring to his Philadelphia Eagles. That the Chicago Bears are in a similar spot was merely a coincidence, yet after a rough few weeks, that's where these teams stand heading into their game Sunday night. The Eagles (5-4) are coming off two close losses. The Bears (4-5) have dropped four of five. And both teams desperately need a win at Soldier Field. Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1040796/eagles-bears-in-similar-spot-pa-sportsticker.html By ANDREW SELIGMAN AP Sports Writer Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1040125/neck-injury-may-sideline-clark-espn.html Neck injury may sideline ClarkESPNLAKE FOREST, Ill. -- A swollen neck disc may prevent Chicago Bears veteran tight end Desmond Clark from suiting up Sunday night against ...and more » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1040123/quickhits-bearsstyle.html We got a couple of things to bring your way this afternoon... Center Olin Kreutz returned to work this afternoon, after missing the first two days of practice this week, but Desmond Clark remains sidelined.  And not only is he still sidelined, he may miss Sunday's game against the Eagles. Also, from the Bears vs NBC silliness that has been a focus of interest, the team issued a statement this afternoon. "Nobody had any issues on either side," Bears spokesman Scott Hagel said. "We love working with NBC, and we love having our games on national television. NBC and the Bears have always been on the same page." The issue arose after the network informed the Bears of a planned piece on Cutler's rocky season, and how expectations were so high at the beginning of the year. NBC wanted to speak with the quarterback, Smith and Angelo for the segment.   "What else is left to be said about the subject?" Hagel said. "We just need to play better." Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1040122/president-obama-plays-some-thanksgiving-football-yahoo-sports.html If you're lucky enough to spend some time on Thanksgiving watching football, you might catch a glimpse of... Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1040121/bears-focus-on-limiting-turnovers-against-eagles.html LAKE FOREST, Ill. – The Bears know that they must protect the ball to win Sunday night's home game against the Eagles, but that will be easier said than done versus such an aggressive blitz-happy defense. Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1039186/poisoning-opponent-how-far-would-you-take-your-fandom-bleacher-report.html Chicago TribunePoisoning the Opponent: How Far Would You Take Your Fandom?Bleacher ReportAfter the Steelers whooped the Chicago Bears on Sunday, a group of Steeler fans got into a bit of an altercation with a group of Bears fans at a local bar. ...Steelers fan: Bears fan poisoned meChicago Sun-TimesDon't Accept Drinks From a Chicago Bears FanHoopsWorldSteelers Fan Says He Was Poisoned By Bears FansChicagoNow (blog)Examiner.com -WCPO -ESPNall 43 news articles » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1039185/bears-deny-rift-nbc-espn.html ChicagoBears.comBears deny rift with NBCESPNLAKE FOREST, Ill. -- The Chicago Bears deny any rift between NBC, after it was reported the team turned down the network's request to ...Chicago Bears quarterbacks more the problem than the organization philosophyChicago TribuneCoaches, Cutler aim to cut down on interceptionsRockford Register StarPhiladelphia Eagles opponents preview - Chicago BearsBleeding Green NationNational Football Post -Delaware County Daily Times -Bleacher Reportall 130 news articles » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1039184/chicago-msm-cutler.html This is something that's been on my mind for a while. Usually, I collect Den articles throughout the day. This morning, I was checking my usual sources when I ran across this article from Rick Telander in the Chicago Sun-Times. The title? "Word of caution for Cutler: Don't make media your enemy." Essentially, Telander rips Cutler for him, Lovie, and Angelo not talking to NBC prior to their Sunday night game. Instead of finding out first-hand why they aren't talking to the media giant, Telander places all the blame on Cutler. I don't blame Cutler for not talking to NBC. Not in the damn least. If you read Cutler's comments from yesterday, he innocuously said that he'd like to see more of Devin Aromashodu. There was nothing in his tone that made it sound like he was angry with anyone that DA hasn't been on the field. Then, the Chicago Tribune posted a story (it's in today's Den). The title? "Cutler makes a big pitch for Aromashodu." No, he didn't. He said he'd like to see more of him; he didn't make some big pitch. I have no idea why, but the Chicago MSM and the meatball fans love to over-sensationalize everything Cutler says. I guarantee that some people will look at what Cutler said about the running game and believe that he's complaining about the running game. And that's just the Chicago media....NBC would find little quotes and snippets and proclaim him as a diva. Cutler talks with the media, so why are we nitpicking here? Cutler doesn't talk with NBC and all of a sudden, Telander's giving him a "warning." I'm starting to believe that Chicago has some of the most immature, moronic mainstream media members. First, Fred Mitchell goes and talks to Dan Grossman, which was 1) a sign of a slow football week, and 2) incredibly immature. Rick Telander blames Cutler (and not Lovie or Angelo) for not talking to NBC. Rick Morrissey is the Chicago MSM Official Nonverbal Communication Expert. Bottom line: There is no need to over-sensationalize everything Cutler does, Chicago MSM. Let me also make a few points about the Den, as long as I'm here: - The last time I check for Den articles is around 9:30 PM CDT. The Sun-Times usually posts new stories right around midnight; thus why those articles don't make that day's Den. - I reserve the right to screen articles for the Den. I'm not going to link to intellectually-challenged articles (like Gene Wojciechowski's article about benching Cutler). I'm a big believer in the 1st amendment, so outside of Rick Morrissey's articles and now screening Rick Telander's articles, all articles that I see in my sources will be posted. Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1038356/taking-good-bag.html Megan Pluister received an unexpected gift for her 23rd birthday -- the promise of Bears tickets. Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1038353/who-could-replace-ron-turner-next-year.html More photos » by Joe Raymond - AP Browse more photos » I think most of us Bears fans are resigned to the fact that Lovie Smith isn't going anywhere.  Barring a disastrous finish to the 2009 season the Chicago Bears will move forward with Lovie Smith as Head Coach again in 2010.  But unless the Bears make a dramatic turnaround and fight their way into the playoffs at least one head will roll.  The head most of us would like to see chopped is offensive coordinator Ron Turner, although quarterbacks coach Pep Hamilton might be the scapegoat. If Turner is jettisoned the Bears will eat the final year of his contract.  He signed a one year extension before this year locking him up through the 2010 season.  So will the Bears organization take the salary hit?  If Turner is fired the Bears will need to chose the next OC carefully, he'll need to be an established offensive mind (no John Shoop types please) with a proven track record in the NFL.  If the Bears fire Turner and replace him with an unknown, with thoughts of going cheap, the fan base should revolt and march on Halas Hall.  Potentially, this hire could be franchise altering decision.  In this semi-regular series I'll look at possible replacements if Turner is canned.  First up a name that has been floated on this very site, but one that I think is highly unlikely, a lot of things must fall into place for him to be available, and that's Charlie Weis. Would I like to see this hire?  Oh. Hell. Yes.  But like I said, it's highly unlikely.  I think Weis has one of the best offensive minds in football, but his arrogance isn't the best fit at the college game.  Reports of his living room demeanor on recruiting trips suggests he's out of his element at Notre Dame as does his so-so record, and I think he may be out of place as a head coach entirely.   But in the NFL and running an offense, he'd be at home.  He has the experience, from 1998-2004 he was an NFL offensive coordinator, the first two years with the Jets and the final four in New England.  He helped groom Tom Brady into "Tom Brady", so working with Jay Cutler would be appealing to him.  Especially if Cutler continues to struggle, Weis could lay claim to "fixing" his career.  If you're wondering how he is at developing talent, other than Brady, the following is from his bio on the Notre Dame website; In Weis' first tenure with the Patriotsfrom 1993-96, he assisted in the development of some of New England's all-time best individual season performances from Coates, Martin and Terry Glenn, respectively. During his first four seasons in New England, he coached three different positions. In 1993 and `94, Weis served as the Patriots' tight ends coach and, in his second season at the position, Coates set an NFL record for receptions by a tight end with 96 and earned his first trip to the Pro Bowl. In `95, Weis coached the Patriots' running backs and was credited with developing Martin, a third-round `95 draft pick, into one of the premier running backs in the NFL. That year, Martin won league rookie-of-the-year honors and set franchise rushing records with 1,487 yards and 14 TDs. In `96, Weis coached the New England receivers, with Glenn leading the team and setting an NFL rookie reception record with 90 catches for 1,132 yards and six TDs. From 1997 to '99 (with Parcells as head coach and Belichick as assistant head coach), Weis called offensive plays for the New York Jets...  In `98, Weis was named the offensive coordinator/wide receivers coach. By season's end, his offense ranked among the greatest in franchise history and led the Jets to their first division title. The team scored 416 points, second-highest total in franchise history (after 419 points in `68) and averaged 357.2 yards per game. It marked the second-best total-offense season average in Jets history (368.5 yards per game in `85). Both of Weis' starting receivers, Johnson (1,131) and Wayne Chrebet (1,083), eclipsed the 1,000-yard receiving plateau for the first time in their careers. He has 4 Super Bowl rings (1 as a Giant assistant & 3 in N.E.) and would bring instant credibility to the locker room.  Name me one offensive player that wouldn't be jacked up to play for him?  Even with the struggles he's had in South Bend, his offense has produced the two greatest passing numbers in school history in ‘05 and ‘06, and in 2008 his offense scored the most points ever at Notre Dame.  It's looking more and more likely that Weis could get the boot from Notre Dame, but will he be looking to jump right back into coaching?  More often that not coaches elect to take a year or two off to refresh the batteries.  And would he be willing to take on the roll of an OC after being in the spotlight as the head coach?  Weis would bring a lot to the Bears; calling a game, developing a game plan, nurturing talent; three things we haven't seen in Chicago in a long time.  So what do you guys think?  Could you see a scenario where Charlie Weis will replace Ron Turner?  Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1037902/bears-silent.html Brad Biggs writes today that in a rare move for NFL teams, the Bears have blocked NBC from conducting interviews with players and staff to use in Sunday Night’s telecast?  The article states such a move has also been pulled by Bill Belichick and the Patriots in the past, but is not usual. The article goes on to quote Smith, while commenting on Cutler and the offense, saying “I’m going to say it hasn’t worked out; we’re not where we want to be to this point.”  Better get cracking Lovie, before your staff ruins a few more players that will go on to have success elsewhere. Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1037508/eagles-notes-brown-practices-despite-hamstring-injury.html Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1037507/brian-westbrook-phi-update-on-veteran-rb.html Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1037506/cutler-prepared-for-prime-time.html Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler hasn't shined very brightly under the lights of prime-time football, and now he is scheduled for another evening affair against the Eagles in Week 11 at Soldier Field. Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1037505/josh-beekman-expected-to-remain-at-left-guard.html Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1036983/eagles-facing-must-win-against-bears-lansdale-reporter.html Comcast SportsNet PhiladelphiaEagles facing 'must win' against BearsLansdale ReporterThe Eagles have to defeat the Chicago Bears Sunday night at Soldier Field or else. Or else they better win their next game, or at least the one after that, ...Eagles Notebook: Eagles' Sheldon Brown says he has good chance to play vs. BearsPhiladelphia Daily NewsEagles Notes: Brown practices despite hamstring injuryPhiladelphia InquirerBrown ready for 'must win' gameCherry Hill Courier Postall 9 news articles » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1036117/eagles-notebook-sheldon-brown-says-he-has-good-chance-to-play-vs-bears-philadelphia-daily-news.html Comcast SportsNet PhiladelphiaEagles Notebook: Eagles' Sheldon Brown says he has good chance to play vs. BearsPhiladelphia Daily News... since he arrived in 2002, said afterward he thinks there is a "good chance" he will be able to start Sunday night against the Chicago Bears. ...Eagles Notes: Brown practices despite hamstring injuryPhiladelphia InquirerBrown ready for 'must win' gameCherry Hill Courier Postmcnabb takes the fifthReading Eagleall 11 news articles » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1035945/eaglesbears-preview-sportingnewscom.html Comcast SportsNet PhiladelphiaEagles-Bears PreviewSportingNews.comThe Chicago Bears aren't sure how much they can count on their quarterback. With both teams describing it as a must-win game, the Eagles and Bears face off ...McNabb takes the fifthReading Eagleall 3 news articles » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1035944/chicago-bears-what-needs-to-be-done-fix-future-right-now-bleacher-report.html ChicagoBears.comChicago Bears: What Needs To Be Done To Fix The Future, Right Now!Bleacher ReportThe Chicago Bears go up this weekend against the Philadelphia Eagles, who will be missing Brian Westbrook. The game is on Sunday Night Football... which ...Here's how the Bears can slam the brakes on this trainwreck of a seasonESPNCoaches, Cutler aim to cut down on interceptionsRockford Register StarWestbrook's Future Unclear, Birds Play BearsWDEL 1150AMBleeding Green Nation -Chicago Tribune -National Football Postall 108 news articles » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1035943/bears-den-111909.html ....where we damn near choked on our dinner when we heard Lovie say that the Bears are still a running team. ChicagoBears.com Jerry Angelo's weekly Q&A.  Cutler is working to reduce interceptions in the red zone. Chicago Sun-Times Neil Hayes: We deserve better than this.  Mike Mulligan: Hey Bears, running is passe. Dan Cahill: Is there one positive thing to say about these Bears? The Bears turned to Omiyale at a key point in the SF game. Simms and Fencik weigh in on Cutler's struggles. Andy Reid believes that Dave Toub is cut out to be a head coach. Olin Kreutz has been sidelined again. Bears - Eagles injury report for this weekend. Donovan talks about Cutler's INT streak. Chicago Tribune Dan Pompei: The Bears' QB's more the problem than the organizational philosophy.  Q&A with McNabb on the Bears. Cutler talks about reducing his red-zone picks. Cutler makes a big pitch for Aromashodu. Really, Chicago MSM? Big pitch? Way to be overzealous, numbnuts. Olin Kreutz missed practice but should face the Eagles. Comcast SportsNet Chicago Jay will be fine; he's just dealing with a rough stretch.  Cutler wants to see more DA. Will the Bears see more of Michael Vick on Sunday? ESPN Chicago Donovan McNabb still hears the rumors that he'll end up as a Bear. Will Dave Toub be a head coach soon? Cutler wants DA to get some more playing time. Kreutz should play on Sunday night. Huzzah! Ron Turner: 3 of Cutler's picks against SF weren't his fault. Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1034907/sun-dec-13-noon-at-chicago-bears-milwaukee-journal-sentinel.html Examiner.comSun. Dec. 13 ? Noon at Chicago BearsMilwaukee Journal SentinelThe Journal Sentinel's beat writers provide the latest news, notes and analysis on the Packers. Green Bay ? In the middle of November, most National ...San Francisco 49ers at Green Bay Packers NFL Week 11 Odds & BettingLocksmith Sports PicksAnalysis: The Best Defenses In The NFLAcme Packing Company (blog)Packers-49ers Week 11 Dope SheetPackers.comMilwaukee Journal Sentinel -Milwaukee Journal Sentinelall 112 news articles » Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates http://www.sportsnipe.com/main_sportsnews/1034906/forte-posting-big-numbers-as-receiver-out-backfield.html LAKE FOREST, Ill. – Rushing yards have been hard to come by so far this season, but Bears running back Matt Forte has found another way to help the offense move the chains. Chicago Bears - Sport Snipe - Team News - Stats - Updates