2011 WR Spencer has bloodlines Nov 19, 2009
Evan Spencer, who is the son of former Ohio State running back and current Chicago Bears running backs coach Tim Spencer, talks about his latest scholarship offers along with his latest football recruiting news in this update. Juniors R Us. (Illinois Sports -- Rivals.com)
2 is the Number for Ajirotutu Nov 19, 2009
All-American was a high-draft pick by the Chicago Bears after a record-setting career at Fresno State. Two seasons ago he was one of the NFL's highest-paid free agent receivers and this year is one of Brett Favre's top targets for the Minnesota Vikings. (Gobulldogs.com)
Packers-Dallas Report Card Nov 19, 2009
Rodgers was economically effective with short drops and quick throws of the slant, hitch and screen variety, going 25-of-36 for only 189 yards his lowest output since 184 in the opening-night win over the Chicago Bears. Rodgers was money on third down (3-for-3 through the air) in a crucial 15-play, 80-yard drive of more than 8 1/2 minutes that he capped with a 1-yard touchdown sneak to extend the lead to 10-0 in the fourth quarter. (PackerReport.com)
Cutler and Co. Now Feeling the Heat Nov 19, 2009
Again, the Chicago Bears wilted beneath the bright lights of prime time. After five more picks from Jay Cutler, nobody in the Midway Monster locker room seems to have any answers right now. (VandyMania.com)
NFC North Tour: Slumping Bears Nov 19, 2009
QB Jay Cutler (Jedacobsohn/Getty). By For Packer ReportPosted Nov 17, 2009. (PackerReport.com)
NFC West: Fortunate 49ers show their mettle in important win Nov 18, 2009
(Sports Network) - With their season potentially hanging in the balance, the San Francisco 49ers were finally able to come out on the right side of a close game in last Thursday's narrow victory over the Chicago Bears. Despite being outgained by a sizeable margin and generating little consistency on the offensive end, the 49ers did just enough on both sides of the ball to edge the mistake-prone Bears in a 10-6 squeaker that kept the team a viable contender in the NFC playoff picture. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Tulane Football Standout Jeremy Williams... Nov 18, 2009
Forte was a second round draft pick by the Chicago Bears, while Kropog was a fourth-round pick by the Tennessee Titans. The Senior Bowl is a week-long pre-NFL draft event, culminating in a bowl game, played in Mobile's Ladd-Peebles Stadium. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Bulldogs in the NFL Nov 18, 2009
WALT HARRIS, CB, San Francisco 49ers: on injured reserve (ACL) for the 10-6 win over the Chicago Bears. JUSTIN JENKINS, WR, Buffalo Bills: one special teams tackle in a 41-17 loss to the Tennessee Titans; SEASON - four tackles. (Mississippi State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Belichick decision one for the books Nov 17, 2009
There was no explaining Detroit Lions coach Marty Mornhinweg's decision to kick after winning the overtime coin toss against the Chicago Bears in 2002. The Bears scored before the Lions ever touched the ball. (News & Observer -- Sports)
126th Edition of The Game Saturday at Noon Nov 17, 2009
Mike McCaskey '65, chairman of the Chicago Bears, Oakland assistant Don Martin '71, Buffalo head coach Dick Jauron '73, Bob Wallace '78 (Executive V.P. and General Council, St. Louis Rams) and New England assistant coach Pat Graham '01 are the Bulldogs in the NFL. Bob Shoop '88, defensive coordinator at William & Mary, Merchant Marine Academy offensive coordinator Kyle Metzler '02 and Bobby Abare '09, linebackers coach at Wagner, work at colleges. BULLDOGS LOVE BOWL. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Smith gets chance to show he was right choice Nov 17, 2009
LINEUP WATCH: Receiver sat out the 49ers' game last week against the Chicago Bears with a reported ankle injury ... --- S , the team's dime safety, recorded an interception Thursday night against the Chicago Bears. (SFIllustrated.com)
Five to Watch: AZ Cardinals at Chicago Bears Nov 17, 2009
The Arizona Cardinals march into Soldier Field on Sunday in hopes of taking care of the Chicago Bears and once again holding down a. 500 record. (LionNews.com)
Tap 'er Light: A day I won't ever forget Nov 17, 2009
Today marks the 24th anniversary of the Chicago Bears beating the Dallas Cowboys 44-0 in Texas Stadium ... The 1985 Chicago Bears are the best team of all time ... Today those memories will serve as a nice break from the cold, hard reality that is the 2009 Chicago Bears. (Montana Standard, MT)
Dick Norman Remembers: The Big Game of 1959 Nov 17, 2009
" According to the play-by-play, Stanford was on the Cal five-yard line when Norman was tackled after a five-yard gain to end the game. It put a fizzle to a drive, which might have provided one of the greatest comebacks in Big Game history. After a scoreless first quarter, Cal went ahead 14-0 at the half on two Wayne Crow touchdown passes. Stanford threatened to score just before the intermission, but time ran out with Stanford on the Cal nine-yard line after another Norman pass completion. In... (TheBootleg.com)
Bulldogs Welcome Back 1989 Football Team Nov 17, 2009
He capped his brilliant career with 50 sacks before moving on to an excellent NFL career with the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers. Cornerback , who later returned to coach at Fresno State, was selected in the first round (16th overall) of the NFL draft by the Buffalo Bills, the first Bulldog to be a first round selection. (Gobulldogs.com)
Bears Think Harris Paid Price Already Nov 16, 2009
The Chicago Bears believe Tommie Harris has been punished enough after being ejected in Week 9 and the fine that is no doubt on its way from the NFL. Is he ready to get back to playing football again ... "But still, the action stood. He didn't play a football game. He didn't help the Chicago Bears, and we just have to get past that." ... The only publication exclusively dedicated to your Chicago Bears. (VandyMania.com)
Boldin takes out frustration Nov 16, 2009
Just a week ago, Anquan Boldin was seething after learning he was a last-minute scratch and wouldn't play against the Chicago Bears because of a nagging ankle injury. On Sunday at University of Phoenix Stadium, the Cardinals receiver made no apologies for his rant. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Bears' Cutler, Harris fined for abusive conduct Nov 15, 2009
Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler passes against San Francisco 49ers in the first quarter of an NFL football game in San Francisco, Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009 ... A bad season for the Chicago Bears just got worse. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Head to Head: Bengals RB Cedric Benson vs. Steelers RB Rashard Mendenhall Nov 15, 2009
Benson was originally drafted fourth overall by the Chicago Bears in 2005, but was released before the start of training camp in 2008. The Bengals signed him on Sept. 30, 2008, after Johnson was released in training camp, Chris Perry was beset with fumble problems and Kenny Watson was ineffective because of injuries. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
* Sports Briefs Nov 15, 2009
Cutler fined US$20,000 Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler was fined US$20,000 by the NFL on Friday for abusive conduct toward a game official during a 41-21 home loss to the Arizona Cardinals last Sunday. Cutler drew an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty after an incomplete pass to tight end Greg Olsen on a fourth-down play with the Bears trailing 34-7 at the time. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Panthers forced indoors by rain Nov 14, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Fri, Nov 13, 2009 06:25 AMModified Fri, Nov 13, 2009 12:02 AM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
NFC rankings: Falcons had George, Bears have Cutler Nov 14, 2009
If you want to know why the Chicago Bears will never win anything with Jay Cutler and why Jay Cutler will never win anything that requires leadership, forethought or something larger than a walnut between his ears it was on display Thursday night. Cutler threw five interceptions against San Francisco. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Football Radio Network Nov 14, 2009
McConnell's experience includes 23 seasons in the National Football League as the voice of the Denver Broncos (1969), Minnesota Vikings (1971-76 and 1985-87), Chicago Bears (1977-84), Indianapolis Colts (1992-94) and Tennessee Oilers (1997-98); seven seasons in the National Basketball Association as the voice of the Phoenix Suns (1970-72) and Indiana Pacers (1972-77); and seven seasons in Major League Baseball as the voice of the Minnesota Twins (1978-79) and Chicago White Sox (1980-84).... (Purduesports.com)
NorthwestFootball.net Power Rankings: Week 9 Nov 14, 2009
com: NorthwestFootball. net Power Rankings: Week 9. (SeahawksInsider.com)
Report: NFL moves to scuttle guerrilla ad campaign Nov 14, 2009
The NFL fined Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher $100,000 for wearing a hat promoting vitamin water during media day before the 2007 Super Bowl. . (Muscatine Journal, IO)
NFL Notebook: Bears' Cutler fined $20,000 Nov 14, 2009
A bad season for the Chicago Bears just got worse. The NFL said yesterday that quarterback Jay Cutler has been fined $20,000 for abusive conduct toward a game official during a 41-21 home loss to the Arizona Cardinals Sunday. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Cutlers five INTs give 49ers 10-6 win over Bears Nov 14, 2009
It wasn t about beating his old Chicago Bears team. Samurai Mike was just thankful to get a victory of any kind after four straight losses by his San Francisco 49ers. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Cutler gives it up to 49ers Nov 14, 2009
Frank Gore ran for 104 yards and a touchdown, Cutler threw a career-high five interceptions - with his last coming in the end zone on the game's final play - and San Francisco snapped a four-game losing streak by beating the Chicago Bears 10-6 on Thursday night ... Mike Singletary became a Hall of Fame linebacker with the Chicago Bears during a 12-year career spent all with the same club, including the Super Bowl season of 1985. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Tarkenton tees off on him Nov 14, 2009
Fran Tarkenton questions whether Chicago Bears' Jay Cutler can play - ESPN Chicago ... "I don't think that will solve the problems of the Chicago Bears. The Chicago Bears need to start over. But for Jay Cutler to be a quarterback and make plays, he's got to take charge.". (ESPN -- Football)
Will the real 49ers ever be found? Nov 14, 2009
Raise your hand if you have any idea where the 49ers belong in that mess, where they're going and how soon they might get there, after Thursday night's 10-6 win over the visiting and bungling Chicago Bears. Are the 49ers the best 4-5 team in the league or just one lucky game against the inept Bears away from being 3-6 and coming to a bad boil. (San Francisco Chronicle)
* NFL : Niners top Bears to end losing run Nov 14, 2009
Chicago Bears defensive tackle Anthony Adams, left, grabs San Francisco 49ers running back Frank Gores shirt as Bears linebacker Lance Briggs looks on in the second quarter at Candlestick Park in San Francisco, California, on Thursday ... Frank Gore ran for 104 yards and a touchdown, and Jay Cutler threw a career-high five interceptions as the San Francisco 49ers snapped a four-game losing streak by beating the Chicago Bears 10-6 in the NFL on Thursday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
49ers vs. Bears: Thumbs up and thumbs down Nov 14, 2009
Which way does the thumb turn for the 49ers after their 10-6 victory over the Chicago Bears, including a five-pick day for the defense, a lackluster aerial attack, a heads-up Josh Morgan, RB Frank Gore, TE Vernon Davis, K Joe Nedney, a season-high in penalty yards, weak power rushing, LBs Matt Wilhelm and Patrick Willis, trouble covering TEs, savoring for Singletary and much more. Check inside. (SFIllustrated.com)
Last Year's Loss in Atlanta Still Stings Nov 14, 2009
The Chicago Bears know quite well that they gave away a W last year in Atlanta ... " Offensive coordinator Ron Turner on his unit, which is No. 7 in scoring but only 22nd in total yards. Agree? Disagree? Let your voice be heard on our message board . : The only publication exclusively dedicated to your Chicago Bears. Related Stories -by Oct 17, 2009 -by Oct 10, 2009 -by Oct 20, 2009 Story Tools MAGAZINE COVERAGE Get the 2010 Scout.com Recruiting Yearbook with an annual Total Access Pass Free... (CollegeInsiders.com)
Bengals' Ochocinco fined Nov 14, 2009
(Sports Network) - Frank Gore ran for 104 yards and a touchdown, as San Francisco recorded five interceptions in a 10-6 win over the Chicago Bears at Candlestick Park. Gore also had four receptions for 21 yards for the 49ers (4-5), who snapped a four-game losing streak in head coach Mike Singletary's first game against his former team. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Desperate 49ers, Bears, tangle in Bay Area to kick off Week 10 Nov 13, 2009
(Sports Network) - The team that wins Thursday's primetime battle between the San Francisco 49ers and Chicago Bears at Candlestick Park will have the opportunity to kick off its weekend in a positive fashion. The loser, on the other hand, will have an extra few days to wallow in its misery before taking the field again in Week 11. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Picks by the Bay Nov 13, 2009
The Chicago Bears believed all they needed to get back to the playoffs was a Pro Bowl QB. However, with Jay Cutler throwing five more picks in a 10-6 loss to the 49ers, it looks like they were wrong ... ran for 104 yards and a touchdown, Cutler threw a career-high five interceptions with his last coming in the end zone on the game's final play and San Francisco snapped a four-game losing streak by beating the Chicago Bears 10-6 on Thursday night ... The only publication exclusively dedicated to... (BearReport.com)
A snapshot of high school and professional sports in the Land of 10,000 sports dreams Nov 13, 2009
At 7-1 and coming off a bye week in which they got to sit at home and presumably laugh at the shortcomings of the Green Bay Packers, Detroit Lions and Chicago Bears, the Minnesota Vikings seem to be in auto-pilot to win the NFC North Division crown. As if that wasn't evident enough, the Vikes have a very favorable schedule as they head into the second half of the season. (Lindstrom Chisago County Press, MN)
Cardinals' Morey says he played with concussion Nov 13, 2009
In this Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009, photo, Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Sean Morey kneels during warmups before the Cardinals' NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago ... Arizona Cardinals wide receiver and special teams player Sean Morey says he played with a concussion against the Chicago Bears last Sunday even though he has taken a lead role in raising awareness of head injuries. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
49ers beat Bears 10-6, end 4-game skid Nov 13, 2009
Frank Gore ran for 104 yards and a touchdown, Cutler threw a career-high five interceptions with his last coming in the end zone on the game's final play and San Francisco snapped a four-game losing streak by beating the Chicago Bears 10-6 on Thursday night. Niners quarterback Alex Smith won for the first time in eight starts since Week 2 in 2007, 17-16 against St. Louis but it was interesting until the end. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Niners deliver Pick-fest to beat back Bears Nov 13, 2009
Their four-game losing streak is over, and hopes of getting back into playoff contention remain alive after a resilient bend-but-dont-break defense led the way to a hard-fought 10-6 victory over the Chicago Bears. The 49ers needed all the help they could get in this nationally-televised game at Candlestick Park as their offense struggled throughout the evening. (SFIllustrated.com)
Jay Cutler coughs up five INTs as Bears fall 10-6 to 49ers Nov 13, 2009
The Chicago Bears' Jay Cutler was magnanimous in spreading the wealth Thursday, only to the folks wearing the wrong jerseys. Cutler threw interceptions to five San Francisco 49ers defenders, including safety Michael Lewis in the end zone on the game's final play, and the grateful hosts took advantage to post a 10-6 victory that halted their four-game losing streak. (USA Today -- Sports)
49ers Lead Bears 7-6 After 3 Quarters Nov 13, 2009
Washington - Frank Gore scored on a 14-yard touchdown run after one of Jay Cutler's three interceptions and the San Francisco 49ers led the Chicago Bears 7-6 after three quarters on Thursday night. Cutler threw his first interception near the goal line after driving Chicago 88 yards to the 1 early in the second quarter. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Notre Dame - Pittsburgh Game Preview Nov 13, 2009
The Cowboys won Super Bowl XXVII. He landed his own head-coaching job with the Chicago Bears (1993-98), where he was named 1994 NFC Coach of the Year. Wannstedt then spent one year as assistant head coach of the Miami Dolphins before taking over as head coach from 2000-04. (Und.com)
NFL Network COO Williams: Progress Made, But Distribution Holes Remain Nov 13, 2009
With Comcast migrating the service this summer from its sports tier to Digital Classic, its second-highest level of service, upgrades with other carriers and new agreements, NFL Network now counts 53 million homes as the Chicago Bears invade Candlestick Park to battle the San Franciso 49ers tonight at 8 p.m. (ET). That's up 26% from 42 million in March, as the NFL Network has also added the scoring service, , to its playbook. (Multichannel News)
No regrets for J. Lewis Nov 13, 2009
If anything, time to reflect since his abrupt announcement after being routed by the Chicago Bears has only reinforced his decision to quit. Unlike many NFL players, Lewis is walking away from the game while hes still able to walk at age 30. (BynersInsider.com)
Drew Butler follows in father's footsteps at UGa Nov 13, 2009
His father starred at Georgia during the early 1980s and went on to become the leading scorer in Chicago Bears history during a 13-year pro career. Copyright 2009 The Associated Press. (WSJA.com, AL)
49ers WR Bruce out vs. Bears Nov 13, 2009
(Sports Network) - San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Isaac Bruce is inactive for Thursday's game against the Chicago Bears due to an ankle injury. Bruce, who has played in all eight games -- six starts -- this season for the 3-5 49ers, will miss the first game in his two-year tenure with the team. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Benson's revival turns run game into 'big emphasis' for Bengals Nov 13, 2009
Personal motivation might have been a factor in his 37-carry, 189-yard contribution to a 45-10 rout of the Chicago Bears, his former team; Sunday's 117 yards and a touchdown on 34 attempts in a 17-7 home win against Baltimore was simply about doing what works with a back finding his groove at the right time. WEEK 10 PICKS. (USA Today -- Sports)
Singletary's 49ers ready for Bears Nov 12, 2009
Mike Singletary became a Hall of Fame linebacker with the Chicago Bears during a 12-year career spent all with the same club, including the Super Bowl season of 1985 ... Mike Singletary became a Hall of Fame linebacker with the Chicago Bears during a 12-year career spent all with the same club, including the Super Bowl season of 1985. (News & Observer -- Sports)
McGowan set for tough test against Dallas Clark Nov 12, 2009
He arrived as a free agent after four seasons with the Chicago Bears and took the starting job at free safety from James Sanders, who held it the past two years but started only the opener this year. In the Patriots' third game, tight end Tony Gonzalez caught just one pass for 16 yards in New England's 26-10 win over the Atlanta Falcons. (Concord Monitor)
No time for nostalgia for Singletary Nov 12, 2009
SAN FRANCISCO -- Mike Singletary became a Hall of Fame linebacker with the Chicago Bears during a 12-year career spent all with the same club. Photos of Singletary and his Monsters of the Midway brethren still hang in the linebackers meeting room, reminders of the Bears' special 1985 Super Bowl season. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Illini in the NFL-Week 9 Nov 12, 2009
K- Arizona Cardinals: Kicked three field goals (43, 30 yards) in the Cardinal's win over the Chicago Bears. Rackers is ranked third in the NFC with a 91% field goals percentage. (Fightingillini.com)
Bear Report Audio: LB Nick Roach Nov 12, 2009
com, listen to what Chicago Bears linebacker Nick Roach had to say in the locker room after a 30-6 win over the Cleveland Browns at Soldier Field ... To read him every day, visit and become a Chicago Bears insider. (PurpleWildcats.com)
Bears-Vikings game moved to late afternoon Nov 12, 2009
(Sports Network) - The NFL announced Wednesday that the November 29 game between the Chicago Bears and Minnesota Vikings at the Metrodome will be moved from 1 p.m. (et) to a 4:15 p.m. (et) start. The move was made to accommodate broadcast patterns as it's currently the lone late game in FOX's doubleheader. (ABC 7 News, DC)
It's time to sell high on Cowboys' Austin Nov 12, 2009
The Chicago Bears' Devin Hester (14 targets) and Earl Bennett (11) finished with their most and second-most targets of the season, respectively. But the Bears were down 31-7 at halftime and all plans for their offense were likely thrown out the window. (USA Today -- Sports)
Singletary wants to beat Bears, not reminisce Nov 12, 2009
49ers coach Mike Singletary had a Hall of Fame career as a middle linebacker for the Chicago Bears ... SAN FRANCISCO - Mike Singletary became a Hall of Fame linebacker with the Chicago Bears during a 12-year career spent all with the same club. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Davis fans flames after adding fuel to fire Nov 12, 2009
Yet that's exactly what TE Vernon Davis did in advance of Thursdays game against the Chicago Bears, providing fuel to fan the flames for the nationally-televised matchup between two teams in desperate need of a victory to remain in NFC playoff contention. Davis, best known before this year for bearing the brunt of coach Mike Singletary's "I want winners" rant, is having a Pro Bowl-caliber season. (SFIllustrated.com)
Dungy: Focus in on the job at hand Nov 11, 2009
Concluding his coaching career with an overall record of 148-79, Dungy guided the Colts to an improbable run in the 2006 NFL playoffs, culminating in a 29-17 victory over the Chicago Bears in Super Bowl XLI.. With the win, Dungy became the first African American head coach to win the Super Bowl, and also the sixth man to play and be the head coach of a Super Bowl team. (OleMissInsider.com)
Notebook: Shotgun has offense in transition Nov 11, 2009
As the 49ers began preparations on Tuesdays for Thursdays pivotal game against the Chicago Bears, offensive coordinator Jimmy Raye indicated the use of the shotgun will be dictated by the teams game plan for each particular opponent. Despite San Franciscos intention on being a power rushing team one of the reasons Raye was brought in this year as the teams seventh coordinator in seven years Raye does have a background with the shotgun formation. (SFIllustrated.com)
NFC West: Warner, Cardinals taking it to extremes Nov 11, 2009
After matching a career- worst by throwing five interceptions in a frustrating 34-21 home loss to Carolina the previous week, the veteran quarterback bounced back with a sensational effort that paved the way for a most-impressive 41-21 rout of the Chicago Bears this past Sunday at Soldier Field. ABC 7 Talkback. (ABC 7 News, DC)
NFL BEAVS: Week 9 Nov 11, 2009
TOUCHDOWN SAMMIE STROUGHTER. By BF.C Associate EditorPosted Nov 9, 2009. (BeaverFootball.com)
Report Card: AZ Cardinals vs. Chicago Bears Nov 11, 2009
Early Doucet; Zackary Bowman (Getty). By Posted Nov 10, 2009. (CardinalsInsider.com)
Ravens, Harbaugh searching for answers Nov 11, 2009
There are also many games that fall into the category of the Browns matchup, including the Detroit Lions, Chicago Bears and Oakland Raiders. The Ravens outlook is uncertain, and not exactly promising right now due to their inconsistency and chronic slow starts. (BynersInsider.com)
AFC East: Are Patriots back? We'll find out Nov 11, 2009
It was billed as a knock-down, drag-out tussle between the Chicago Bears, a team that had been dominant at its Soldier Field home, and the Arizona Cardinals, who had played their best football on the road. It was hyped as a quarterback battle to watch between Kurt Warner, the steely veteran, and Jay Cutler, the NFL's future at the position. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Mark Dantonio Nov 11, 2009
Three Spartans from the 2007 team were selected in the 2008 NFL Draft: wide receiver Devin Thomas (Washington Redskins, second round), tight end Kellen Davis (Chicago Bears, fifth round) and defensive end Ervin Baldwin (Chicago Bears, seventh round). From his first day on the job, Dantonio has pledged to support student-athletes as they pursue excellence, both in the classroom and on the playing field. (Msuspartans.com)
