Going to be updating at various times of the year but I feel very confident about this year's team. I think they made most of the necessary moves to compete in a very tough division. The Packers are the obvious favorite but I really don't see the defense being a lot better for them. I know they had a lot of draft picks on that side of the ball, but unless they make an immediate impact I see more of the same as they were at the bottom of the league in pass yards allowed last year. The Lions seem to always be on the cusp of where they need to be to compete. This could be the year. Stafford will have to stay upright and they will have to figure out a way to defend the pass, and also not get suspended for stupid shit. If they can figure that out, they will be competitive. I still don't think they match up very well with Chicago as the Bears have improved enough on offense to not be one dimensional anymore. You actually have to game plan for Chicago's offense this year. Can't remember ever thinking that.
Bottom line is you have one glaring weakness. Left tackle. Unless Jamarcus Webb makes huge strides this year that will continue to be a problem. What Cutler has gong for him is the ability to audible and the absence of the 7 step drop and Mike Martz's offense. The Bears will rely heavily on the run as in years past but also have a plethora of targets and an entire new offensive package for Devin Hester. Think about it, Hester is now the 3rd best receiver on the team. Marshall and Bennett are both better and the addition of Jefferey from South Carolina should mean big things going forward.
I don't think the Vikings have a prayer this year so why bother with them, honestly they have an old team and banged up skill players. Good luck Minny (sorry BIGDAY). After looking at the schedule I think at worst the Bears win 9 games this year. More than likely they win 11, the most I see them winning is 13 but I think 10 or 11 is very realistic. That makes them contenders for a playoff spot. There's enough veteran talent on the defensive side of the ball with Urlacher, Briggs, and Peppers to dominate a game. Couple that with a potent offense and a top tier special teams unit and watch out.
I really believe there is some value in a Bears future for NFC Champs and Super Bowl Champs. Yes I like kool aid.
Bottom line is you have one glaring weakness. Left tackle. Unless Jamarcus Webb makes huge strides this year that will continue to be a problem. What Cutler has gong for him is the ability to audible and the absence of the 7 step drop and Mike Martz's offense. The Bears will rely heavily on the run as in years past but also have a plethora of targets and an entire new offensive package for Devin Hester. Think about it, Hester is now the 3rd best receiver on the team. Marshall and Bennett are both better and the addition of Jefferey from South Carolina should mean big things going forward.
I don't think the Vikings have a prayer this year so why bother with them, honestly they have an old team and banged up skill players. Good luck Minny (sorry BIGDAY). After looking at the schedule I think at worst the Bears win 9 games this year. More than likely they win 11, the most I see them winning is 13 but I think 10 or 11 is very realistic. That makes them contenders for a playoff spot. There's enough veteran talent on the defensive side of the ball with Urlacher, Briggs, and Peppers to dominate a game. Couple that with a potent offense and a top tier special teams unit and watch out.
I really believe there is some value in a Bears future for NFC Champs and Super Bowl Champs. Yes I like kool aid.
