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The Ballad of Jordan Howard

Posted on September 26, 2017 by

A year from now, this game might be forgotten, but for one day, Jordan Howard should be heralded a hero. On September 24th, 2017, a 5th round pick out of Indiana University put the mighty Chicago Bears on his shoulders, … Continue reading →

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1st and 5

Posted on September 19, 2017 by

Week 3 is here. Not many major injuries, but a few minor injuries to major players. Most notably, Rob Gronkowski. Greg Olson did break his foot, which is indeed a big blow to the Panther’s offense. Heal up soon buddy! … Continue reading →

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Glennon, turnovers, make it hard on Bears

Posted on September 18, 2017 by

When the Bears signed free agent quarterback Mike Glennon, I was one of the six people in Chicago who were actually happy. I had the former Buccaneers QB as tops on my list after the Bears cut Jay Cutler. One … Continue reading →

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When should Mitchell Trubisky start?

Posted on August 25, 2017 by

I’m writing this on Monday after Mitch Trubisky’s first start in the NFL. Full disclosure: I didn’t want the bears to draft him, or any QB in the first round (unless they traded down). I like Mike Glennon, and think … Continue reading →

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After 2 games, Bears ‘backups’ impress me the most

Posted on August 24, 2017 by

People often say the preseason is boring, too long, or meaningless. I tend to disagree on all points. First of all, there is the ‘Fantasy Football’ angle, but that is it’s own post. Second there are the rookies; it’s always … Continue reading →

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Trubisky putting pressure on Glennon after debut

Posted on August 11, 2017 by

I never even let the thought enter my brain, but after just one preseason game, rookie Mitchell Trubisky put a whole lot of pressure on the Bears starting quarterback, Mike Glennon. I know what you are saying, ‘hold up’. The … Continue reading →

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NFL to change overtime rules; MLB should take notice

Posted on May 23, 2017 by

The NFL power brokers met in Chicago today. Among rule changes were cutting overtime down from 15 minutes to 10 minutes. I applaud this. Not because I think the games are too long, or uninteresting–far from it. I think it … Continue reading →

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