Bears Nation turns its lonely eyes to you. Woo, woo, woo...
Actually, our eyes aren't that lonely these days, what with the Bears actually clinging to a 4-3 record and displaying a real, honest-to-goodness NFL offense. Hey, no kidding.
The defense? Ah...don't ask.
Yet, despite the relatively good times, there is one thing Bears fans miss, and that's the sight of No. 23 returning a kick or punt to the house for six points.
It used to be something you could count on with regularity. Like death and taxes, it was inevitable that every Sunday (or so), Devin Hester would take the ball, do a couple jukes, maybe a reverse or two, and before long, he'd be off to the races.
It was a sight to behold.
But unless I'm mistaken, I don't believe it has happened yet this season. Not once. And that's disturbing because that is still the young man's primary job.
Look, I know we're asking Hester to do other things in the offense now, but let's face it, we're not talking about a ...
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Time To Open Checkbook For Orton
chicagotribune.com 10/21/2008 — Orton's consistency through seven games has provided enough evidence for the organization to play the hunch that he's that guy. That franchise quarterback, if you will.
If you agree with that premise, then you see why the Bears must make restructuring Orton's contract a top priority.
Diagnose the Bears Defense | Zoner Sports
zonersports.com 10/21/2008 — It’s easy to see that this unit has not been the same since Ron Rivera left town. Is it that he was a Super Bowl Bear that commanded respect and was also a more aggressive coordinator? Is it that Bob Babich is not a solid tactician? Too many big contracts?
Bears Stay On Top Of Division, Beat Vikings 48-41
windycitygridiron.com 10/21/2008 — When the FOX cameras focused on a couple of young ladies sporting their Devin Hester jerseys, it wasn't just the typical "Hey, look guys. There are girls here" shot that they love showing. I think this was Lovie asking FOX to keep an eye ...
Bears 48, Vikings 41: In a Word, Embarassing
dailynorseman.com 10/21/2008 — I can't remember offhand what the name of the Vikings' special teams coach is, but he should be fired on the plane trip home.
Hell, if Zygi wanted to fire the entire staff at this point, I don't think I'd be terribly opposed. . .but the special ...
Singletary to follow in Walsh's footsteps - San Jose Mercury News
mercurynews.com 10/21/2008 — As a player, Mike Singletary always knew exactly where to go. It was no different when he decided to seek a career on the sidelines. "Bill Walsh was the first person I called," he once said. Starting Sunday, Singletary will follow in Walsh's footsteps ...