Fields and Howell face off as the winless Bears visit the Commanders in prime time
1 year, 2 months ago

Fields and Howell face off as the winless Bears visit the Commanders in prime time

Associated Press  

CHICAGO at WASHINGTON Thursday, 8:15 p.m. EDT, Amazon Prime FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK BETTING LINE: Commanders by 5 1/2 AGAINST THE SPREAD: Chicago 1-3; Washington 2-2 SERIES RECORD: Washington leads 27-24-1 LAST MEETING: Commanders beat the Bears 12-7 on Oct. 13, 2022, at Chicago. BEARS OFFENSE: OVERALL, RUSH, PASS, SCORING BEARS DEFENSE: OVERALL, RUSH, PASS, SCORING COMMANDERS OFFENSE: OVERALL, RUSH, PASS, SCORING COMMANDERS DEFENSE: OVERALL, RUSH, PASS, SCORING TURNOVER DIFFERENTIAL: Bears minus-6; Commanders minus-3 BEARS PLAYER TO WATCH: QB Justin Fields. KEY INJURIES: LT Braxton Jones remains on injured reserve.. S Eddie Jackson has missed the past two games.. CB Jaylon Johnson missed last week’s game.. Only three times in franchise history have the Bears had a worse start: They opened 0-7 in 1969 and 1997 and 0-5 in 1945.. Chicago remains at the bottom of the NFL in sacks with two after getting to Russell Wilson once last week.. RB Khalil Herbert ran for 103 yards last week, more than doubling his total through the first three games and giving him 196 on the season.. Washington has lost two in a row since starting 2-0.. Howell’s completion rate of 70.7 percent against the Eagles was a career high.. RB Brian Robinson Jr. has rushed for 261 yards and three touchdowns so far this season.. WR Terry McLaurin led Washington with eight catches for 86 yards at Philadelphia..

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Justin Fields, DJ Moore lead way as Bears deal Falcons’ hopes a big blow with 37-17 romp
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Justin Fields, DJ Moore lead way as Bears deal Falcons’ hopes a big blow with 37-17 romp

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Justin Fields noticed the smoke in the air and the cigars on a table as he walked into the locker room. Fields threw for 268 yards with a touchdown pass and a rushing TD in what could be his final home game for Chicago, and Bears dealt Atlanta’s postseason hopes a big blow, beating the Falcons 37-17 on …

Bears got strong performances from Justin Fields, Darnell Wright; now it’s about consistency
1 year, 1 month ago

Bears got strong performances from Justin Fields, Darnell Wright; now it’s about consistency

New York Times  

The problem with blowing a 12-point lead in the final minutes of a game, and finding a way to lose when most teams win, is that it can cover up any positives. Gervon Dexter’s progress The rookie three-technique tackle had his best game in Washington, but defensive line coach Travis Smith pointed out that the Commanders were throwing the ball …

The Commanders gave up more than 30 points again. The defense needs to be better against the Bears
1 year, 2 months ago

The Commanders gave up more than 30 points again. The defense needs to be better against the Bears

Associated Press  

Sam Howell quieted some of the criticism he has been getting in recent weeks, even in a loss. I would’ve liked to win the game for us, as well.” Thanks to some much-needed run-pass balance, the Commanders converted 47% of their third-down opportunities, up from 11% against the Bills. Rivera said offensive players were tired and doesn’t think he would’ve …

Justin Fields vs. the scheme? O-line moves coming? Bears mailbag, Week 3 picks
1 year, 3 months ago

Justin Fields vs. the scheme? O-line moves coming? Bears mailbag, Week 3 picks

New York Times  

The best thing that could happen to the Bears this week is they get to play a football game on Sunday. The Bears will have their hands full against Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, the NFL’s reigning MVP. • This will be former head coach Matt Nagy’s first game against the Bears since he was fired after the 2021 season. The …

Same old Bears: 12th straight loss raises more questions about Justin Fields
1 year, 3 months ago

Same old Bears: 12th straight loss raises more questions about Justin Fields

New York Times  

TAMPA, Fla. — Jaylon Johnson stays upbeat. I think it’s better to learn from wins and we have to learn to win.” Safety Jaquan Brisker sat at his locker still in his uniform a good 30 minutes after the game ended. We’re going to stick together.” Perfect timing for Shaq's first career touchdown 🙌 📺: #CHIvsTB on FOX pic.twitter.com/VwRioTSph6 — …

Justin Fields, Bears offense fail to show progress in Week 1. That’s a problem
1 year, 3 months ago

Justin Fields, Bears offense fail to show progress in Week 1. That’s a problem

New York Times  

CHICAGO — The worst-case scenario for the Chicago Bears in 2023 is not having an answer on their quarterback. That answer wasn’t going to come in the season opener, but Sunday’s 38-20 loss to the Green Bay Packers had to be exactly what general manager Ryan Poles did not want. “I’ll have to look at the tape,” Bears coach Matt …

Bears look for Fields to make jump after trading for Moore, adding to offensive line
1 year, 4 months ago

Bears look for Fields to make jump after trading for Moore, adding to offensive line

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears gave quarterback Justin Fields a new playmaking receiver and added to their offensive line in an effort to provide him with better protection. But in the pass game, look at the different scenarios, situations, two-minute, and continue to improve that.” Fields dazzled last season with his blistering speed, not to mention instincts and …

Bears counting on Justin Fields to take another step after trading for DJ Moore and adding to line
1 year, 5 months ago

Bears counting on Justin Fields to take another step after trading for DJ Moore and adding to line

Associated Press  

CHICAGO BEARS CAMP SITE: Lake Forest, Ill. KEY ADDITIONS: Team president Kevin Warren, WR DJ Moore, OT Darnell Wright, G Nate Davis, RB D’Onta Foreman, TE Robert Tonyan, RB Travis Homer, DE DeMarcus Walker, LB Tremaine Edmunds, LB T.J. Edwards, QB P.J. KEY LOSSES: Former team president Ted Phillips, RB David Montgomery, QB Trevor Siemian, C Sam Mustipher, OL Riley …

Bears get extra time to regroup following frustrating loss
2 years, 2 months ago

Bears get extra time to regroup following frustrating loss

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Justin Fields was feeling it physically and mentally after a third straight loss. The Chicago Bears’ quarterback vented following a 12-7 loss to the struggling Washington Commanders, frustrated by missed opportunities and a little banged up to add to his misery. “He’s a little bit sore today,” coach Matt Eberflus said Friday. “But he’ll be OK.” …

Fields, Bears struggle in red zone in loss to Commanders
2 years, 2 months ago

Fields, Bears struggle in red zone in loss to Commanders

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — It was Justin Fields. “So we’ve just got to get better with that.” Led by Fields and Khalil Herbert, the Bears rushed for 238 yards and outgained the Commanders 392-214 overall. But Fields was sacked five times and faced heavy pressure for much of Chicago’s third consecutive loss. On Fields’ fifth interception of the season, the second-year quarterback …

Bears try to prove they can support QB Justin Fields
2 years, 7 months ago

Bears try to prove they can support QB Justin Fields

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — From his work ethic to understanding a new offense, quarterback Justin Fields has convinced his new coaches with the Chicago Bears that he is making progress. “I’ve seen him just develop day to day, just keep getting better and keep learning the system and now he’s starting to take control,” Bears coach Matt Eberflus said Tuesday …

Fields returns to practice, status for Giants game up in air
2 years, 11 months ago

Fields returns to practice, status for Giants game up in air

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields was feeling good enough to practice Wednesday after missing a game because of an ankle injury. After all, Fields’ development figures to go a long way toward determining whether Chicago can develop into a consistent winner. If he’s not healthy, I don’t want him going out there injuring himself, just trying to fight …

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