 Here are the two best takes on the ruling that I’ve seen so far —one that agreed with the call (and the rule) and another that disagreedwith the call (and the rule).
The one agreeing with the ruling on the field is former Vice President of Officiating Mike Pereira of Fox Sports. He was also on the Fox broadcast after the play happened, but in this video he has more of an opportunity to explain hi...
(continue)
|
 Another day and another banged up marginal player cut to bring in another marginal player. Yesterday, it was Mike Teel; today, it was Averell Spicer.
Via ESPN Chicago:
"The Bears announced on Monday the signing of defensive tackle Mick Williams to a two-year contract, while in other moves, the club waived injured defensive tackle Averell Spicer."
I can't find the exact date for when the rosters ...
(continue)
|
 Only personnel change on the line could come at RG, not LG
The brain trust is trying to convince us that the offensive line will be better because Mike Tice is coaching , Chris Williams and Frank Omiyale are returning to the position they are most comfortable with and Olin Kreutz is healthy. No personnel changes, though, except for at left guard. Or is it right guard?
Reports now say that Lance ...
(continue)
|
 Via Michael C. Wright at ESPN Chicago:
"The Bears announced the signing of former Northwestern receiver ZekeMarkshausen on Sunday, in addition to the release of quarterback Mike Teel."
Two thoughts on this move: Markshausen was with the Bears in minicamp; they've seen what they can do. Unless the 5-11, 185 pound receiver got bigger or faster, I'd be shocked if the Bears make a 180 and Markshausen ...
(continue)
|
 Tuesday was Day 5 and practice No. 6. Now for some links and tidbits:
Injured List:
Brian Iwuh was carted off the field with a knee injury. Other players who did not practice: Chris Harris, Major Wright, Hunter Hillenmeyer, Juaquin Iglesias and Marcus Harrison. [Chicago Tribune]
Thoughts and Tidbits:
Brett Favre says he's going to retire; the Bears will believe it when they see it. [Chicago Tr...
(continue)
|
 Monday was Day 4 and practice No. 5. Now for some links and tidbits:
Injured List:
It's never too early to have two injured safeties. Major Wright joined Chris Harris on that list; Wright injured his groin muscle. [ESPN Chicago]
Marcus Harrison left practice early for the second straight day. Just "a little dehydrated," said Love Smith. [Chicago Tribune]
Thoughts and Tidbits:
This was co-writ...
(continue)
|