Quarterback Justin Fields is back after missing four games with a dislocated right thumb. The Bears would be prudent to offer him simple throws to break him in.
Quarterback Justin Fields is back after missing four games with a dislocated right thumb. The Bears would be prudent to offer him simple throws to break him in.
“I just want him to continue to get better,” offensive coordinator Luke Getsy said. “We want to improve in all aspects of the game.” The run game, the protection game, and the pass game are all important. He has to keep improving, just like everyone else, and the most important thing is that we all keep growing together.”
The balance of the Lions’ attack is crucial. However, the Bears might aim to limit running backs David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs to make them one-dimensional.
“Our run stats have been the best in the league in the last six games, and really the credit goes to the guys up front…” stated linebackers coach Dave Borgonzi. “When you’re running the ball well on offense, everyone talks about the running back, but it’s the guys up front.” The same is true for defense.”
The Lions’ best pass-rushing weapon is former No. 2 overall choice Aidan Hutchinson. The Bears must slow down the defensive end. Last season, he got 12 sacks in two games versus the Bears.
“He’s a little twitchier, faster, probably because he’s more aware of what he’s doing,” tight end Cole Kmet said. “He’s definitely taking his game to the next level.”
