Things “Joestradamus” has in common with the Chicago Bears: we’re both 2-0. According to my prediction this week, we should both have no problems making it 3-0. … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears Predictions: Week 3
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NFL passing emphasis, rushing decline: by the numbers
It’s happening. The day has finally come where the play calling in the NFL resembles my own play calling from back when I first started playing Madden. First and 10? Streak to the endzone. Second and four? Streak to the endzone. Third and short? Streak to the endzone. Okay, it might not be that drastic. But if it hasn’t been apparent in the past decade or so leading up to … [Read more...] about NFL passing emphasis, rushing decline: by the numbers
Chicago Bears Predictions: Week Two
‘Joestradmaus’ still has the magic touch. The Bengals put up three more points than I predicted, but cut a guy a break; at the end of the day, the Bears still won. Charles Tillman and the gang managed to corral the one-man wrecking crew known as A.J. Green before things got too far out of hand, and the offense showed some promising signs as they dug out of a late … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears Predictions: Week Two
Chicago Bears Predictions: Week One
It’s that time of year again, folks; time for “Joestradamus” to bust out the crystal ball and make Chicago Bears predictions for 2013. Remind me to have my legal people to look into getting “Joestradamus” trademarked, I think I’m onto something here. Last year in my prediction series, I correctly called the first eight Chicago Bears predictions en route to a 7-1 start. … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears Predictions: Week One
Chicago Bears Full Offseason Recap Part 4: Overall
The offseason in Chicago usually leaves fans cringing and complaining about what the team did (or didn’t do) to “get better”. This offseason, however, has set the Chicago Bears up to take a huge leap forward this season and for many to come. Part 1: Coaching Staff Part 2: Free Agency Part 3: NFL Draft … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears Full Offseason Recap Part 4: Overall
Meet the Candidates for the Chicago Bears Head Coach Position
Breaking up is hard to do. After a 10-6 season that will leave the Chicago Bears watching the NFL Playoffs from their couches, the team cut their ties with head coach Lovie Smith after 9 seasons. Many players have already voiced their displeasure with GM Phil Emery’s decision to fire Smith. Devin Hester is even threatening retirement now that Lovie will no longer be calling … [Read more...] about Meet the Candidates for the Chicago Bears Head Coach Position
Sunday Has Become a Must Win Game for the Bears
It was all going according to plan just 20 short days ago. The Bears held a 7-1 record, tops in the NFC North by a long shot, and were coming off of an astounding display of dominance over the Tennessee Titans. The defense was being praised by the national media as one of the elite units in the league, and the offense was slowly but surly rounding into form. Or so … [Read more...] about Sunday Has Become a Must Win Game for the Bears
The Numbers Behind the Bears’ Domination of the Titans
In 2000, the Tennessee Titans pulled off the famous “Music City Miracle”. In 2012, the Bears stormed into Nashville and put on a performance that from this day forth should be known as the “Music City Massacre” (I’m trademarking this). If they hadn’t done so already, the Bear’s firmly placed their names amongst the NFC’s elite with their 51-20 shellacking of the … [Read more...] about The Numbers Behind the Bears’ Domination of the Titans
Chicago Bears Season Outlook: 3rd Quarter
The Bears have taken full advantage of facing the weakest strength of schedule in team history over the first 5 games of the season. They’ve rode their dominating defense to a 4-1 record and now stand alone at the top of the NFC North after the Minnesota Vikings fell to the Washington Redskins this past weekend. In my first 2 installments of “Quarter Previews” (1, 2), I … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears Season Outlook: 3rd Quarter
2012 NFL Season Preview: NFC East
With the NFL regular season rapidly approaching, let's take a look at the intriguing NFC East. Featuring the reigning Super Bowl champions (Giants), the former "Dream Team" turned "dynasty in the making" (Eagles), the league's most exciting rookie (Robert Griffin III), and America's team (you know who that is), this division might just prove to be the wildest in the … [Read more...] about 2012 NFL Season Preview: NFC East