The Lions come into town to take on Da Bears at 12 CST, a good old fashion noon start here in Chicago. I miss waking up then eating breakfast, and then watching the Bears play. There's nothing like it. I could care less about a prime time game. Give me all noon games.
This could be a trap game for the Bears. Many think the Bears should win this game, but the Lions have built some momentum after ending their long losing streak.
The Redskins are bad though, so i don't know how much momentum is built.
The Bears also have built momentum. After week one, it seemed everything was doomed. Then they put together two fourth quarter comeback wins against the Steelers, and at Quest Field against the Seahawks. Two quality wins. The Bears now come home to a packed Soldier Field, where I can guarantee you the fans will be pumped.
Watch out though. The Lions are very well capable of pulling an upset, especially if the Bears defense plays sloppy.
I get worried about this defense. It seems like they want to play good for only one half, and then play bad for the other half. They need to play good for four quarters. Though at times they show that they can be a dominant defense again, even without Urlacher.
Once again I have to stress the fact of the Bears getting their run game going. Matt Forte has been M.I.A so far this year. I thought he would breakout against Seattle, that didn't happen. He needs a big game against Detroit this week. That will take some pressure off the passing game and Jay Cutler.
If the Bears can win this game, a long with a Packers win on Monday night, we are looking at a virtual three way tie a top the NFC North. Although, Green Bay would be #1 because they would be 2-0 against NFC North opponents.
Is it me or is the NFC North shaping up to be one of the best divisions in football? They have a combined record of 8-4, and quality wins over Pittsburgh, and San Fransisco. Not to mention Green Bays win over Chicago. This is a division that's going to come down to the final games so get ready.
Now on to my keys of the game....
The Bears MUST establish a run game because sooner or later teams are going to drop into coverage against Cutler. If Forte can get on track from last year, that's going to make teams try to stop the run and pass. A valued run game is key, very key in the NFL. Detroit's defense is not great, in fact they are very vulnerable to a big run. Go get some yards Matt.
Greg Olsen is the ice breaker, I don't feel like Detroit's corners or linebackers can cover Greg because of his size and skill. Greg is a special tight end, and is going to cause match up problems for the Lions. It's Cutlers job to find him, and Greg's job to catch the ball.
Please, Please, Please tackle the ball carrier. Last week I see multiple times were our defenders tried to strip the ball rather than tackling. See Julius Jones screen pass for a TD last week. I understand your trying to make a play, but make sure you have him wrapped up. If one guy is wrapping him up, another should go after the ball.
Key Player for the Week:
Johnny Knox
After being promoted to full time kickoff duty, Knox has the ability to become the double threat. He can know hurt you on returns and on offense. Knox is becoming Cutlers favorite target, and with another TD last week I don't see him slowing down. Knox can have a big game this week, just execute.
Prediction: Bears 27, Lions 10
This should be the game for Da Bears to break out and blow a team out. I'm getting sick of these real close games.
Bear Down!
Prediction: Bears 27, Lions 10
This should be the game for Da Bears to break out and blow a team out. I'm getting sick of these real close games.
Bear Down!
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