PLAY TIME
It looks like you might see Lovie Smith’s starter play into the third quarter Saturday in Seattle. Smith said most starters will play at least a half, possibly more.
FILLING IN THE BLANKS
With Anthony Adams sidelined, Israel Idonije moved into the first unit at nose tackle next to Tommie Harris. Idonije has exclusively worked inside after being asked to bulk up to play the position. His size rushing the quarterback up the middle is used in the nickel package to take away clear passing lanes. Idonije has molded himself into a versatile, solid defensive lineman. It also appears defensive tackle Dusty Dvoracek will not play in Saturday’s exhibition.
ABSENT
Cornerback Charles Tillman was excused for personal reasons, while linebacker Rod Wilson and safety Brandon McGowan (ankle) were held out. McGowan will not likely play against the Seahawks, giving Kevin Payne a chance to start on the strong side.
NICKEL MAN
New nickel defender Danieal Manning intercepted a Caleb Hanie pass intended for tight end Fontel Mines in Wednesday night’s practice. It’s been a quiet camp for Manning as he adjusts to learning one of the most difficult positions on defense.
FINAL PRACTICE
The Bourbonnais portion of training camp concludes this morning with a short practice that is closed to the public.
On his first carry Thursday night, Matt Forte’ suffered a bruised toe when Saints defensive end Will Smith fell on top of him.. His toughness is recognized at Halas Hall.
Not since the Super Bowl 2006 season have the Bears been able to stack wins. The "win one, lose one", or "win two, lose two" approach creates mediocrity and complicates a teams' December.
Big “O” Returns
After being sidelined for a week after an Achilles procedure in the off-season, six-time Pro Bowl center Olin Kreutz returned to practice Tuesday
DEVIN IN HEAVEN
After missing four days of practice, Devin Hester showed up freshly minted and financially secure for the next six years, in full pads with white socks pulled high over his calf to his knees.
NIGHT LIGHTS
A full pad practice under the lights brought out the best in the Bears Saturday night. An energetic, and physical nine-on-seven inside run drill was spirited and set the tone for practice.
Check out the keys to the game as your Chicago Bears face the Philadelphia Eagles Sunday night. Pregame starts at 4:15 P.M. C.T. and kickoff is at 7:15 P.M.
Jay Cutler has thrown a league-leading 17 interceptions, and after he threw five against the 49ers, Coach Lovie Smith even said that type of performance could shake the quarterback's confidence.
After a three-day weekend to ponder their problems, the Bears were back at work Monday trying to regroup. Lovie Smith had a message for his team before practice.
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Pounded the previous week and losers of two straight, the Chicago Bears couldn't afford to go down again. Good thing for them that the Cleveland Browns were in town.
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