Here’s the Quick -n- Dirrty…
- Bears started strong and dominated 1st half, up 28-7 at halftime behind great play from Justin Fields (16/17, with 200+ yards, 2 TDs in 1st half)
- Bears defense was solid in 1st half but fell apart in 2nd half, allowing 24 unanswered points
- Too many penalties hurt the Bears, especially on the offensive line
- Questionable late-game coaching decisions by Matt Eberflus – went for it on 4th down twice late instead of taking the field goal
- Heartbreaking 31-28 loss after being up 28-7 – Bears had positives but couldn’t close it out, defense collapsed in 4th quarter
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Hey there, fellow Bears Fans!
Brent C. here: Alright now, Let’s break this game down..
The Chicago Bears started off strong in Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos, but ended up collapsing in epic fashion to lose 31-28. As a diehard Bears fan, I have to call it like I see it.
The Bears dominated the first half, jumping out to a surprising 28-7 lead. Second-year quarterback Justin Fields was sensational, completing 16 of 17 passes for over 200 yards and two touchdowns in the first two quarters. The much-maligned Bears offensive line protected Fields well, opening holes for a strong Bears rushing attack led by Khalil Herbert’s 100+ yards. Wide receivers Darnell Mooney and Cole Kmet were actively involved as Fields’ top targets. The Bears defense held its own, limiting the Broncos offense and getting key stops.
But the Bears have struggled with second half adjustments all season, and Sunday was no different. The Broncos offense woke up, with RB Melvin Gordon racking up big yards to ignite their comeback. Bears defenders looked tired, giving up multiple long third down conversions. QB Russell Wilson expertly picked apart the young Bears secondary.
The Bears offense sputtered as the Broncos took control of the game. Drive-killing penalties on the offensive line killed momentum. Odd play-calling didn’t help either. After scheme and execution clicked so well in the first half, the Bears offense was stuck in neutral after halftime.
Inexcusable late-game coaching decisions sealed the Bears’ fate. On two late 4th down attempts well within field goal range, coach Matt Eberflus made the questionable decision to go for it instead of taking the lead with a field goal. The bold moves backfired both times, costing the Bears precious points and ultimately the win.
This was a devastating loss for Bears fans. The team showed so much promise early, with Fields looking like the franchise QB we hoped for. But the Bears’ inability to make second half adjustments and the coaching staff’s late-game mismanagement ruined a golden opportunity.
There are bright spots to build on. Fields’ development continues. The offense clearly has the pieces to put up points. But the coaching staff has to put the players in better positions to succeed. The defense needs an infusion of talent at all levels. For us faithful Bears fans, the agony of defeats like this one is becoming all too familiar.
This Bears team has talent and can compete with anyone when firing on all cylinders. But a lack of discipline, adjustments, and sound coaching prevent them from closing games out. If the Bears hope to take a leap forward, these systemic issues must be addressed. As a diehard fan frustrated by the same old Bears themes, I’ll continue to cheer hard – but I also have to keep it real.
Bear Down, Bears Fans, and as always… PEACE!
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