THE SPECIAL DAILY SPONGE
This week we honor Jay Cutlerepic “Battle to save the chickens” in the song …
Come on Jay! Keep the ladies safe!
BEAR DOWN, BEAR CHICAGO, BEAR DOWN !!!!
BEARRRSSSS
A different fire burns for Bears QB Mitch Trubisky – Bear Report – We saw a different side of Mitch Trubisky when he met the media a few weeks ago. But will your confidence translate into success on the field?
Chalk Talk: Is cornerback Tre Roberson in a mix to start working with the Bears? – ChicagoBears.com – Senior writer Larry Mayer argues if former CFL cornerback Tre Roberson will compete for an initial job with the Bears, if the Bears are interested in free agent guard Larry Warford and former Bears player that would most help 2020.
PFF calls the 2018 Chicago Bears defense the second best of the decade – Bears Wire – The Chicago Bears are a franchise known for its dominant defenses. And in a decade when there were some brutal defensive units, the 2018 Bears defense was a reminder of why Chicago has earned a reputation for being a great defensive team. Ken’s Note: This story only proves that stopped clocks are correct twice a day. While PFF manages to make some excellent stats, PFF’s rating system is idiotic.
Khalil Mack, Trevis Gipson attended the Von Miller Fast Pass Summit – Bears Wire – Chicago Bears rushers Khalil Mack and Trevis Gipson were among the attendees of the Virtual Pass Summit of Denver Broncos star Von Miller, Thursday.
Ben Braunecker’s potential could go unnoticed – SI.com – Ben Braunecker last season ran one of the most perfect tight end corner routes and caught his first touchdown pass in a play against the Detroit Lions so well executed that he did not It could have been better performed by a Pro Bowl player.
The Bears seek to take Eddie Jackson’s game to another level in 2020 – Chicago Sun-Times – Bears defensive coordinator Chuck Pagano compared Jackson’s challenge to Ed Reed, Hall of Fame security Pagano trained with the Ravens.
Bears coaches don’t worry about coming back, vow to take precautions against coronavirus – Chicago Sun-Times – Bears coaches did not report to Halas Hall when the NFL gave its all earlier this month. When they return to the facility, it will be for training camp in late July.
Cole Kmet of the Bears could have a great rookie year for this reason – NBC Sports Chicago – Cole Kmet’s attention at Notre Dame was split between soccer, baseball and academics. And the Bears are hopeful that a singular focus on football could be the key to a strong Chicago debut.
Jay Cutler may have finally found the culprit behind his chicken killings – NBC Sports Chicago – A first photo of the chicken killer may have emerged.
A real danger in Matt Nagy’s plan for a tougher camp – SI.com – Given the precautions being taken now, danger number 1 when the Bears return to Halas Hall for July 28 training camp It might not be the coronavirus or how well the players are able to learn offensive and defensive tasks without being on the field with coaches.
Why Jimmy Graham could prove the Doubters wrong – SI.com – Only Mitchell Trubisky draws more criticism from Chicago Bears players than Jimmy Graham.
For the Bears’ offensive line to recover, the fundamentals are imperative – Bear Report – We take a look at what new coach Juan Castillo wants from his offensive line next season as we get closer to training camp.
For the Bears’ offensive line to recover, the fundamentals are imperative – Bear Report – We take a look at what new coach Juan Castillo wants from his offensive line next season as we get closer to training camp.
RIP AND IN MEMORY
Joe Bugel, longtime NFL coach, dies at 80 – ProFootballTalk – Joe Bugel, who for many years was widely regarded as the NFL’s best offensive line coach, died at the age of 80.
Joe Delaney receives a monument near the pond where he died as a hero – ProFootballTalk – Monday marks the anniversary of one of the most ignored heroes in American sports. This weekend, family and friends unveiled a monument to Joe Delaney near the place where he drowned. Ken’s Note: If you don’t remember the Joe Delaney story, he was a true hero who died trying to save someone else’s life. I met him once, he was an excellent young man and it’s a shame that he passed away too much, too young.
POLISH SAUSAGE
KNOW YOUR ENEMY
Brett Favre: Packers should use Jordan Love like Taysom Hill – ProFootballTalk – There are many similarities between the Brett Favre / Aaron Rodgers situation and the dynamic Rodgers / Jordan Love. There could be a significant difference if the Packers follow Favre’s advice.
Will Davante Adams get any help from the Packers from WR? – NFL.com – Davante Adams has become one of the best NFL scorers, but he seems to be alone in terms of Green Bay’s productive receivers.
How will the Vikings handle the loss of four defensive starters? – NFL.com – Will Minnesota’s defense falter over the loss of a starting quartet or could it be even better?
Did the Packers do enough to help Rodgers, title hopes? – NFL.com – After a surprising draft, Aaron Rodgers and the Packers move forward looking to duplicate last year’s surprising success.
IN CASE YOU MISS IT AT WINDY CITY GRIDIRON
Should NFL teams isolate the QB as much as possible this year? – Windy City Gridiron: WCG staff has been talking about some COVID-19 related issues regarding the NFL, so we wanted to share some of what we thought of with you in this next round table question series.
Salo: Windy City Gridiron-Pride of Detroit Madden Tournament Semifinal Results and Final Showdown – Windy City Gridiron – Our first Madden tournament has an exciting final showdown for you to tune in to today.
Should the NFL rosters be expanded in 2020 due to COVID-19? – Windy City Gridiron: WCG staff has been talking about some COVID-19 related issues regarding the NFL, so we wanted to share some of what we thought of with you in this next round table question series.
Wiltfong: Chicago Bears Bingo! – Windy City Gridiron – Share your Bears Bingo card!
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