Handling Peterson is top priority for Bears Nov 28, 2008
The Chicago Bears coach has watched Adrian Peterson run for 423 yards and seven touchdowns in three meetings between the Bears and the Vikings. But we re not by ourselves Adrian Peterson has had success against just about everybody he plays, Smith said. (Winona Daily News, MN)
BC quarterback Davis quietly focused Nov 28, 2008
a city that has produced oodles of elite athletes, many of whom became professional - including his brother, Chicago Bears tight end Desmond Clark - and just as many of whom wasted their talent. Davis studied why each arrived where he did and acted accordingly. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
CEO Grousbeck energized by Celtics Nov 28, 2008
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Owen Kilcoyne; coach won 5 school Super Bowls Nov 27, 2008
Peter-Marian and the University of New Hampshire) was a defensive back and kick returner with the Chicago Bears. Two of Joe Morris's brothers, Jamie and Larry, also played in the NFL and were coached by Mr. Kilcoyne at Ayer, where he worked from 1975-80. (Boston Globe)
Bears' Vasher has fractured hand, out vs. Vikings Nov 27, 2008
ESPN - Chicago Bears' Nathan Vasher has fractured hand, out vs. Minnesota Vikings ... Chicago Bears' Nathan Vasher has fractured hand, out vs. Minnesota Vikings. (ESPN -- Football News)
From the 'Hefty Lefty' to the 'Fridge' Nov 27, 2008
William Perry, FB, 6-2, 335 Nimble enough to catch a pass or two, "The Refrigerator" frequently lined up at fullback for Mike Ditka's Chicago Bears, most famously when he rushed for a touchdown in Super Bowl XX.. WR, 6-5, 239 Too bad this guy doesn't toil in a bigger market instead of with the awful Detroit Lions. (ESPN -- Football News)
Pack's lack of sacks, shoddy secondary share blame Nov 27, 2008
The Packers defensive problems were in stark contrast to their most recent outing, when the defense actually outscored the Chicago Bears offense in a 37-3 victory last Sunday. But even at 5-6, McCarthy doesn t seem to buy the idea that his team has been inconsistent. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Quinn's season over after 3 starts Nov 27, 2008
MORE INJURIES: Chicago Bears defensive back Nathan Vasher has a fractured right hand and will miss Sunday night's game against the Minnesota Vikings. Rookie running back Felix Jones (torn toe ligament) was officially placed on injured reserve by the Dallas Cowboys. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Talkin' Turkey with the Chicago Bears Nov 27, 2008
The Chicago Bears will go to work on Thanksgiving just like they do each and every Thursday, but head coach Lovie Smith has eased the schedule to make sure his troops get to enjoy the festivities with their families ... "You can't ask for a better situation than the one we have coming up this weekend, Olsen said. It's up to us to use our speed and physical abilities to make plays. I'm happy to be celebrating the holiday, but I'll be eager to get back to practice on Friday and prepare to... (BearReport.com)
Bears DB Vasher has fractured hand Nov 27, 2008
- Chicago Bears defensive back Nathan Vasher has a fractured right hand and will miss Sunday night's game against the Minnesota Vikings when the teams meet at the Metrodome for first place in the NFC North. Vasher, sidelined for three games earlier this season with an injury to his right wrist and thumb, was hurt Sunday against the St. Louis Rams. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Thanksgiving and football enjoy a bountiful marriage Nov 27, 2008
" Thanksgiving, as modern football fans know it, nonetheless took shape in 1934 when Lions owner G.A. Richards came up with the first bailout in Motown, scheduling a game against George Halas' champion Chicago Bears for Thanksgiving to swipe some of the Detroit Tigers' popularity. Richards persuaded 94 radio stations to carry it nationally, packed 26,000 in the University of Detroit Stadium (with prices ranging from 40 cents to $1.10), and a tradition was born. In the 1960s, NFL Commissioner... (The Palm Beach Post)
Scouts Buzz: A few things that jumped out from Week 12 Nov 26, 2008
Chicago Bears QB was efficient and accurate, for the most part. It's obvious that he is not fully recovered from his ankle injury due to his lack of ability to push off on his plant step. (ESPN -- Football News)
Saints' season still alive, but uphill climb remains Nov 26, 2008
The Packers fell to 5-6 and took solace only in the fact that the two teams ahead of them in the NFC North, the Chicago Bears and Minnesota Vikings, are both 6-5. Brees, whose team returned to the Superdome for the first time in more than a month, obviously appreciated the outcome but was quick to note that all New Orleans did was keep its head afloat. (USA Today -- Sports)
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Signed by the Chicago Bears in October but then cut three weeks later without playing a game ... Starting receiver caught four of the nine passes thrown his way for 84 yards, with a long of 38, in the Rams' 27-3 loss to the Chicago Bears For the year has 42 receptions for 496 yards and two touchdowns, starting nine of 11 games. (NC State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Minnesota Presents a Greater Challenge Nov 26, 2008
The Chicago Bears went into St. Louis and beat up the Rams with ease, but their next assignment will be a little tougher ... " On his second carry after the fumble, Forte went 47 yards for a touchdown. : The only publication exclusively dedicated to your Chicago Bears Related Stories -by Nov 13, 2008 -by Nov 11, 2008 -by Oct 28, 2008 Story Tools MAGAZINE COVERAGE Subscribe today and get a full year of Bear Report Magazine with an annual Total Access Pass. Free Email Newsletter Don't miss any... (BearReport.com)
Woodson, Dawson among Hall semifinalists (Today) Nov 26, 2008
Richard Dent, DE 1983-1993, 1995 Chicago Bears, 1994 San Francisco 49ers, 1996 Indianapolis Colts, 1997 Philadelphia Eagles. Chris Doleman, DE/LB 1985-1993, 1999 Minnesota Vikings, 1994-95 Atlanta Falcons, 1996-98 San Francisco 49ers. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Reusse Column: These Vikings not built for the long haul Nov 26, 2008
First, they get the mediocre Chicago Bears on Sunday night in the Metrodome, and then the winless Lions in Detroit. Get those two, you re 8-5 and figure to need only one of the last three at Arizona, home with Atlanta and the New York Giants to claim a first North title ever. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Bulldogs in the NFL Nov 26, 2008
QUINTON CULBERSON, LB, St. Louis Rams: started and three solo tackles in a 27-3 loss to the Chicago Bears; Season - 35 tackles, one pass deflection. KEVIN DOCKERY, DB, New York Giants: one solo tackle and two special teams tackles in a 37-29 win over the Arizona Cardinals; Season - 26 tackles, seven pass deflections, one interception. (Mississippi State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Inaugural Fundraising And Leadership Nov 26, 2008
Search the District, Virginia and Maryland. WASHINGTON, DC (Presidential Inaugural Committee)--"The Presidential Inaugural Committee (PIC) announced today that it will abide by an unprecedented set of limitations on fundraising as part of President-elect Obama's pledge to put the country on a new path. Unlike previous inaugural committees, the PIC will not accept contributions from corporations, political action committees, current federally-registered lobbyists, non-U.S. citizens and registered... (W-USA News, DC)
Bears get back in the game Nov 25, 2008
ST. LOUIS (AP) Chicago Bears fans helped their team begin its late-season playoff drive. Funny thing, it happened well south of Solider Field. (Pekin Times, IL)
Eagles to start McNabb, but future with club is cloudy Nov 25, 2008
"You put on some of these teams that lack a QB," Collinsworth said, mentioning the Chicago Bears and Minnesota Vikings, "they're going to be really something.". Kolb, a second-round pick in 2007, had thrown only nine career passes before entering a game that was critical to Philadelphia's slim playoff hopes. (USA Today -- Sports)
Hard not to be happy for 11-0 Ball State Nov 25, 2008
By the way, until we became a national power, the most decorated Cardinal ever was Brad Maynard, who is still with the Chicago Bears. What's the moral of the story, when your best player in history is a punter. (USA Today -- Sports)
Saints 'Brees' past Packers in record 51-29 rout Nov 25, 2008
" Green Bay is 5-6 and a game behind the Chicago Bears and Minnesota Vikings in the NFC North with five to play. The Packers play the Bears one more time. Rodgers was 23-of-41 for 248 yards and touchdown passes of 7 yards to and 4 yards to . rushed for 64 yards in the first half, but the Packers were forced to throw more as their deficit grew and Grant finished with only 67 yards. "After the first half we knew we had to throw," Rodgers said. "We tried to answer but we didn't. We let this one get... (USA Today -- Sports)
Four Downs: Cassel breaking ground even Brady didn't reach Nov 25, 2008
The Chicago Bears gambled they could maximize 's value by making their dangerous kick returner a starting receiver. Not such a good bet. (USA Today -- Sports)
Interactive Chat: CHI vs. STL Review Nov 25, 2008
By PublisherDate: Nov 24, 2008 The Chicago Bears certainly looked impressive in defeating the Rams 27-3, although St. Louis is just a terrible football team in every phase of the game right now. JC reviews Sunday's Week 12 win over Lovie Smith's old club with another INTERACTIVE chat session exclusively for subscribers. (BearReport.com)
Photo Gallery: Bears vs. Rams Nov 25, 2008
comDate: Nov 24, 2008 The Chicago Bears needed a strong performance after two straight dismal losses, and they got it in St. Louis. At 6-5, head coach Lovie Smith and Co. control their own fate in the NFC North. (BearReport.com)
Brawl probably McCoy's home finale Nov 25, 2008
One reason Wannstedt was such an attractive hire by Pitt is his knowledge of the NFL as a former head coach with the Chicago Bears and Miami Dolphins and his understanding of what it takes for a player to get to that level. That's why he has been able to recruit well for a scuffling Pitt program during a time when Ohio State to the west played in two national championship games, West Virginia to the south won two Bowl Championship Series games and Penn State to the east routinely plays in front... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
COLUMN: Monday's game important, but not a must-win for Packers (116) Nov 25, 2008
With the Packers, Chicago Bears and Minnesota Vikings tied for first place at 5-5, it was like the first 10 games of the NFL season no longer counted. "It's really a six-game season," McCarthy said. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Meet the Huskies of Northern Illinois Nov 25, 2008
Location: DeKalb, ILColors: Black and RedFormer Huskies: Ryan Diem - Offensive Tackle - Indianapolis Colts (2001-present), Sam Hurd - Wide Receiver - Dallas Cowboys (2006-present), Doug Free - Offensive Tackle - Dallas Cowboys (2007-present), Justin McCareins - Wide Receiver - Tennessee Titans (2001-2003); New York Jets (2004-2007); Tennessee Titans (2008-present), Garrett Wolfe - Running Back - Chicago Bears (2007-present), Hollis Thomas - Defensive Tackle - Philadelphia Eagles (19962005);... (GoMidshipmen.com)
Bears look for get-well card from downtrodden Rams Nov 24, 2008
On Sunday, they ll attempt to regain their footing in a balanced NFC North race against a team much more accustomed to getting manhandled. The St. Louis Rams (2-8) have been outscored 75-3 in the first half the last two weeks and have lost five times by 20 or more points. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Packers confident about handling indoor noise Monday night (43) Nov 24, 2008
Green Bay is coming off a dominating 37-3 victory over the Chicago Bears, a game in which the offensive line kept Rodgers from taking a hit and paved the way for a season-high rushing output of 200 yards. Rodgers is optimistic the blocking will continue to be more like it was against the Bears than it was against the Vikings. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Jets Drop Bomb On Titans' Perfect Season Nov 24, 2008
This time, it was the Chicago Bears' turn to roll up some big numbers. Matt Forte scored on two long runs and Marc Bulger lasted only five plays against a defense that had three of a season-best five sacks by the break, helping the Bears build a 21-point cushion in a 27-3 victory Sunday. (Click2Houston, TX)
Brownlow: Repeated Gut Punches Nov 23, 2008
who looked absolutely devastated after losing two fumbles on consecutive touches in the first quarter, even gave his own version of the famous Dennis Green rant after his Arizona Cardinals lost to the Chicago Bears a few years ago: "They are who we thought they were.". "It was everything we thought they are," he said. (Tarheelblue.com)
Denver Johnson resigns as head coach of ISU football Nov 23, 2008
rmm wrote on Nov 22, 2008 9:40 PM:" Todd Berry or John Bond would be two good persons to have on the list. ISU would be wise to allow Ron Turner to stay with the Chicago Bears. Besides a lousy NFL Offensive Coordinator probably gets paid more than a great ISU head football coach. ". ranger wrote on Nov 22, 2008 9:33 PM:" I wish him all the best, but it's time for new blood. Maybe someone from (the state of) Illinois; especially one who has recruited in IL and has a good rapport with the h.s.... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Qualls' Fantasy Football Corner: Week 12 Nov 23, 2008
After an embarrassing loss last week, the Chicago Bears are looking for redemption and smell the blood in the water. A large dose of blitzes should seal St. Louis fate early. (CardinalsInsider.com)
Sunday Snapshot: Bears vs. Rams Nov 23, 2008
com NFL experts chip in with everything you need to know just before Sunday afternoon's matchup between the Chicago Bears and St. Louis Rams at the Edward Jones Dome in Week 12 ... The only publication exclusively dedicated to your Chicago Bears. (BearReport.com)
Thunder fire Carlesimo after 1-12 start Nov 23, 2008
The Chicago Bears placed veteran offensive tackle Fred Miller on injured reserve and elevated receiver Brandon Rideau, a fourth-year pro, from the practice squad. Miller appeared in just six games and played mostly on special teams. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Brick By Brick--Five Years Later Nov 23, 2008
Have a former player rush for 100 yards in an NFL game (Brock Forsey carried the ball 27 times for 134 yards in October of 2003 for the Chicago Bears). Receive an at-large bid to a postseason bowl game (2003 Forth Worth Bowl). (BroncoCountry.com)
Packers Can Badly Injure Saints' Playoff Hopes Nov 22, 2008
Green Bay scored an important 37-3 rout of the rival Chicago Bears last week, and that result, coupled with a Minnesota loss at Tampa Bay, sent the North top spot into a three-way deadlock as Week 12 began. The Packers had gone 2-5 in their seven games preceding the Chicago win. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Stoops, UA football deserve praise Nov 22, 2008
Former linebacker Lance Briggs, now with the Chicago Bears, told me at the time he used to be proud to wear his Arizona colors but the Mackovic experience "made it hard to feel good about the program anymore.". Stoops' no-nonsense style wasn't without setbacks but signs suggested he had the program on track. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Pack Not Talking Smack to the Saints Nov 22, 2008
McCarthy had given his players two and a half days off after they beat the Chicago Bears 37-3 on Sunday. Having an extra day ahead of the Monday game enabled the coaches to spread the typical Wednesday practice over two days. (PackerReport.com)
Westbrook uncertain for Ravens Nov 22, 2008
The two other times Westbrook missed an entire week of practice this season he did not play against the Chicago Bears Sept. 28 and San Francisco 49ers Oct. 12. Coming off the best season of his career with an NFL-leading 2,104 yards from scrimmage, including 1,333 on the ground, Westbrook has only 147 yards on 47 carries (a 3. (NJ.com -- Times)
Low returns are no kick for Bears Nov 21, 2008
- Given the way opponents are picking apart the Chicago Bears, Lance Briggs has reason to cringe. "It's not cute, it's not fun, to see yourself on somebody else's highlight film," he said. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Bulger: "I know we haven't given up" Nov 21, 2008
Date: Nov 20, 2008 Rams quarterback Marc Bulger talked Wednesday on the team meeting Coach Haslett had today, on the Chicago Bears defense, on going with a no-huddle offense, on playing without Orlando Pace, on if the offense can find positive things from past games. to read the rest of this story. (GridIronGateway.com)
Gallery shows portraits of children needing families Nov 21, 2008
The fifth-grader, who loves to fish and follow his favorite football team, the Chicago Bears, said he hopes he finds an adoptive family. In his group home, he enjoys dancing in talent shows and distance running. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Sports Briefs Nov 21, 2008
He played for the Packers from 1963-70 and was with the Chicago Bears from 1971-73. Etc. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Bears playoff hopes tied to defense that has lost its luster Nov 20, 2008
Brian Urlacher and the Chicago Bears defense is ranked 19th in the NFL this season, including 30th against the pass ... The faces in the Chicago Bears' defense are largely the same, known to fans around the country for their ball-hawking, aggressive play that vaulted the team to the Super Bowl just two years ago. (USA Today -- Sports)
Hawk Plays Well for Barnett at MLB Nov 20, 2008
"I'm trying to get back on the field next year," Barnett said after Green Bay snapped a two-game losing streak with a 37-3 rout of the visiting Chicago Bears on Sunday ... " Hawk tied fellow linebacker , who started at the weak-side spot, for the team lead with seven tackles in the game. NOTES S After there were doubts earlier in the season that would be healthy enough to handle more than 20 carries a game, he hit the coaches' target number of 25 on Sunday and showed that he might be all the way... (PackerReport.com)
Bears Offense Not So Hot Right Now Nov 20, 2008
The Chicago Bears have lost two straight ballgames and fallen back into a tie for the NFC North lead, and the defense has been getting lambasted for playing so poorly ... " , the Bears' most productive wide receiver, is 60th in the NFL with 369 yards and 69th with 29 catches. Hester is 73rd in the league with 318 yards and 85th with 26 catches. : The only publication exclusively dedicated to your Chicago Bears Related Stories -by Nov 19, 2008 -by Nov 18, 2008 -by Nov 6, 2008 Story Tools MAGAZINE... (BearReport.com)
Road is unkind to Vikings Nov 19, 2008
Green Bay certainly tried to help its division rival by cruising to a victory over the Chicago Bears. The Vikings had not played in Tampa since 2002 the Bucs and Vikings were NFC Central foes before the NFL realigned its divisions following the 2001 season but the time away and organizational turnover that has occurred since then didnt do Minnesota much good. (VikingUpdate.com)
NFC North: Packers' defense finds its offense Nov 19, 2008
The Green Bay Packers ran wild against the Chicago Bears' defense in this past Sunday's 37-3 setback. That unit now needs to make sure that doesn't happen again. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Steelers' defense setting the pace in NFL Nov 19, 2008
Some argue for that as the greatest defense ever and compare it to those of the 1976 Steelers, the 1985 Chicago Bears and the 2000 Baltimore Ravens. Only 10 games into this season, the Steelers don't want to be compared to any of the great defenses -- yet. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Film Just as Ugly as the Game Itself Nov 19, 2008
The Chicago Bears were forced to sit and watch the game film from Sunday's 37-3 implosion on the road at Lambeau Field ... " : The only publication exclusively dedicated to your Chicago Bears Related Stories -by Nov 6, 2008 -by Oct 30, 2008 -by Oct 21, 2008 Story Tools MAGAZINE COVERAGE Subscribe today and get a full year of Bear Report Magazine with an annual Total Access Pass. Free Email Newsletter Don't miss any news or features from BearReport.com. Subscribe to our newsletter to have our... (BearReport.com)
Wireless Ronin Provides Digital Signage and Collaborates With Dimensional Innovations for Sprint Experience At New Indianapolis Lucas Oil Stadium Nov 19, 2008
The Sprint Brand Experience debuted as part of Sunday Night Football in Indianapolis during the Indianapolis Colts vs. Chicago Bears game on opening day. About Wireless Ronin Technologies, Inc.. (Primezone Releases)
NFL NOTEBOOK: Refs choke in the clutch Nov 19, 2008
"There were a lot of things that went wrong, OK? It starts with me, all right?" - Chicago Bears defensive coordinator Bob Babich, after a 37-3 loss to the Green Bay Packers. The NFL tries to act as if it has a public-relations problem concerning its officials. (Florida Times-Union)
Bears staggering after loss to Packers Nov 18, 2008
- Kyle Orton was limping, and now, so are the rest of the Chicago Bears. Although they apparently suffered no breaks or tears, a 37-3 loss at Green Bay on Sunday left the Bears with one big bruise to the ego and the NFC North race a muddled mess. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Six-game scramble for playoffs in division Nov 18, 2008
An angry, frustrated Chicago Bears post-game fist. Welcome to the maddening final six weeks of the NFL regular season in the NFC North, where the Green Bay Packers 37-3 victory over the rival Bears Sunday created more than just a need for spackle for the stadium s maintenance staff: It also forged a three-way tie atop the standings, with the Packers, Bears and Minnesota Vikings all deadlocked at 5-5. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Hunter's score a record breaker for Pack's defense Nov 18, 2008
Hunter had a 54-yard fumble return for a touchdown Green Bay s franchise-record seventh defensive score in 2008 in the fourth quarter of the Packers 37-3 win over the Chicago Bears. It was like the best feeling ever, to score a touchdown, Hunter said. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Rams hurting: RB Jackson out, OT Pace to miss 2-to-4 weeks Nov 18, 2008
- (Sports Network) - The NFL announced its final schedule for Week 13 and decided to keep the matchup between the Chicago Bears and Minnesota Vikings as the Sunday night contest. There was one change for that week's schedule, as the game between the New York Jets and Denver Broncos was moved from 1:00 p.m. (et) to 4:15 p.m. (et). (ABC 7 News, DC)
Green Bay's defense makes up for struggles by scoring a lot of points Nov 18, 2008
Packers cornerback Charles Woodson rallied fellow defensive backs before Sunday s game against the Chicago Bears, urging them to try to score. I told the guys when we huddled up as DBs that, Don t be afraid of success. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Sources: Vols check in with Gruden, Bears' Smith Nov 17, 2008
ESPN - Sources: Tennessee Volunteers check in with Jon Gruden, Chicago Bears' Lovie Smith ... Sources: Tennessee Volunteers check in with Jon Gruden, Chicago Bears' Lovie Smith. (ESPN -- Football News)
Bears' Smith reportedly not interested in Vols Nov 17, 2008
Chicago Bears coach Lovie Smith is the latest high-profile name to decline interest in the University of Tennessee head coaching job, ESPN reported Sunday. Tennessee officials recently gauged the interest level of Smith and Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Jon Gruden, ESPN reported, citing unnamed sources. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Packers play 'November' way, wallop Bears to even NFC North Nov 17, 2008
Could he conceive of a game against the Chicago Bears in which he would rush for 145 yards and the Green Bay Packers would demolish their long-standing division rivals 37-3. PHOTOS: BESTS AND WORSTS. (USA Today -- Sports)
Titans to 10-0 Nov 17, 2008
Unlike last week's win at the Chicago Bears, when they rushed for 20 yards while Collins passed for 289 yards, Tennessee had a formidable rushing game. and combined for 116 yards. (USA Today -- Sports)
Grant's big day leads Packers over Bears Nov 17, 2008
- Ryan Grant finally hit his stride for the Green Bay Packers, rushing for 145 yards and a touchdown in a dominant 37-3 victory over the Chicago Bears on Sunday. The win boosts the playoff hopes of the Packers (5-5), who came in on a two-game losing streak and trailing the Bears and Minnesota Vikings by one game in the NFC North standings. (News & Observer -- Sports)
