Cedric Benson (1 Viewer)

[jurrassic]

He is making a ton of money and is definitely the back of the future with Jones's pending free agency next year. Is he going to start eventually this year? Will this be a rbbc all season long?

 

[ffweasel]

He is making a ton of money and is definitely the back of the future with Jones's pending free agency next year. Is he going to start eventually this year? Will this be a rbbc all season long?

Magic 8 Ball says Outlook Cloudy

 

[jurrassic]

That's what I see. I am just trying to get some insight from Bear's fans as to what the work out of Chicago is. I could see this going both way. RBBC all year, and Benson has one good game and is annointed the starter. I have him right now in one of my leagues which is a 2 player keeper league so is value is a little higher. I am considering a trade of Benson/Mason for Harrison.

 

[laughinboy_2000]

That's what I see. I am just trying to get some insight from Bear's fans as to what the work out of Chicago is. I could see this going both way. RBBC all year, and Benson has one good game and is annointed the starter. I have him right now in one of my leagues which is a 2 player keeper league so is value is a little higher. I am considering a trade of Benson/Mason for Harrison.

OK, let's think out this. We are waiting for Benson to have a good game? When has he ever had a good game? Look what happen last year when Thomas Jones got hurt, and Benson had his opportunity. Who got the majority of the carries? It was Adrian Peterson, not Benson. Fast forward to 2006 where Benson was suppose to be the #1 guy. what happens? He upsets his teamates who want Jones as their starter, not Benson. Benson has not picked things up very well in the NFL. Benson to me looks a little soft. The coaches are always complaining about him not being able to pass block. Bear QB's last year were sacked a ton b/c Benson could not pass protect. I don't see Benson ever being annointed the starter this year. I mean c'mon, the guy pulled a Randy Moss and walked off the field when the game was not over. His own teamates and coaches are not fond of him either. I'm not sure if Benson is ready to be a starting RB in the NFL. He's got a lot of growing up to do.This is just one man's opinion though who's watched a lot of Bear games.

 

[badmofo]

Larry "the legend" Johnson was the same personality. Don't count him out until he is given a chance, he will surpries all the coaches know that too. They are waiting for Glass Jones to get hurt.

 

[laughinboy_2000]

Larry "the legend" Johnson was the same personality. Don't count him out until he is given a chance, he will surpries all the coaches know that too. They are waiting for Glass Jones to get hurt.

I would not be suprised if Jones gets hurt, they turn to Peterson and NOT Benson. Peterson looks much more comfortable on the field.

 

[ericttspikes]

If Bensons at all healthy, I would be very suprised. If that's the Bears plan, just cut the guy now. I think Benson can play. He's just a headcase. If Lovie can't reach the guy, nobody can.

 

[JohnnyU]

If Bensons at all healthy, I would be very suprised. If that's the Bears plan, just cut the guy now. I think Benson can play. He's just a headcase. If Lovie can't reach the guy, nobody can.

Why is he a head case? Because he left the sidelines to watch the game elsewhere? That's not so bad. Is it because he held out last year? That's not so bad. I doubt he's another Ricky "I wear my helmet in the interview room and smoke pot" Williams. Yes, Benson was wrong for leaving the sidelines, but that doesn't make him a head case. If anything, Benson was thrown under the Bus by his teammates. Also, just because some of his teammates don't like him, doesn't make him a head case.

 

[Marc Levin]

He seems to be having trouble adjusting to life in the NFL and his role on the team - consistently getting injured is not helping his case any, either.

He's a "hold him and hope" guy right now in fantasy terms.

 

[NattyDread]

He is making a ton of money and is definitely the back of the future with Jones's pending free agency next year. Is he going to start eventually this year? Will this be a rbbc all season long?

I believe Thomas Jones is signed for both this year and next year.

 

[packersfan]

He seems to be having trouble adjusting to life in the NFL and his role on the team - consistently getting injured is not helping his case any, either.He's a "hold him and hope" guy right now in fantasy terms.

Agreed. The positive news for Benson owners is Jones has not looked all that hot in the first two games. The Bears are winning so Lovie may be reluctant to make a change but if Jones doesn't pick things up and the Bears lose a game or two I could see Benson being given the starting job.

 

[JohnnyU]

He is making a ton of money and is definitely the back of the future with Jones's pending free agency next year. Is he going to start eventually this year? Will this be a rbbc all season long?

I believe Thomas Jones is signed for both this year and next year.

Excellent, it will be nice having a cheap backup in 2007, and maybe part of 2006.

 

[ericttspikes]

If Bensons at all healthy, I would be very suprised. If that's the Bears plan, just cut the guy now. I think Benson can play. He's just a headcase. If Lovie can't reach the guy, nobody can.

Why is he a head case? Because he left the sidelines to watch the game elsewhere? That's not so bad. Is it because he held out last year? That's not so bad. I doubt he's another Ricky "I wear my helmet in the interview room and smoke pot" Williams. Yes, Benson was wrong for leaving the sidelines, but that doesn't make him a head case. If anything, Benson was thrown under the Bus by his teammates. Also, just because some of his teammates don't like him, doesn't make him a head case.

I don't know. He was, fairly or not, compared to Ricky, and not just because they both went to Texas and had dreads. Teams really put him through the ringer interviewing him for the Draft. He said as much in post draft interviews. He's a bit of an odd dude. Not there is nothing wrong with it, but his team mates don't seem to support the guy that much. Maybe because he is a 1st player coming off a hold out, but whatever the reason it seems to effect the guy. He pisses and moans about it all the time. He just needs to play ball and cut the drama and paranoia.

 

[JohnnyU]

Maybe because he is a 1st player coming off a hold out, but whatever the reason it seems to effect the guy. He pisses and moans about it all the time. He just needs to play ball and cut the drama and paranoia.

The bolded part I agree with, but the term "head case" is used very loosly in this forum, and I'll hold judgement on labeling Benson as such for now.

 

[el-gato-grande]

He seems to be having trouble adjusting to life in the NFL and his role on the team - consistently getting injured is not helping his case any, either.He's a "hold him and hope" guy right now in fantasy terms.

Agreed. The positive news for Benson owners is Jones has not looked all that hot in the first two games. The Bears are winning so Lovie may be reluctant to make a change but if Jones doesn't pick things up and the Bears lose a game or two I could see Benson being given the starting job.

Neither has Benson. He is going to have to take the job and he hasn't separated himself. Otherwise, you won't see him get enough carries to make a fantasy impact until late this season or next year. I personally think Jones is gone next year, but that doesn't help Benson owners in 2006.

 

[flapgreen]

Benson is a complete mess imo. As usual, the Bears 1st round pick isn't working out. It's nothing out of the ordinary for the Bears. However, I don't think anyone could've predicted he was going to be like this. I know some of you say he hasn't had much of a chance but he's a 1st round pick. That carries a lot of weight in itself. Lovie has done a heck of a job with that team. I don't think anyone can deny that. If Lovie hasn't given Benson much of a chance while being a 1st round pick and getting paid the big bucks, he must see something significant he doesn't like that justifies keeping a high priced player like Benson on the bench. I don't believe that bodes well for his future. imho

 

[flapgreen]

He seems to be having trouble adjusting to life in the NFL and his role on the team - consistently getting injured is not helping his case any, either.

He's a "hold him and hope" guy right now in fantasy terms.

Agreed. The positive news for Benson owners is Jones has not looked all that hot in the first two games. The Bears are winning so Lovie may be reluctant to make a change but if Jones doesn't pick things up and the Bears lose a game or two I could see Benson being given the starting job.

Neither has Benson. He is going to have to take the job and he hasn't separated himself. Otherwise, you won't see him get enough carries to make a fantasy impact until late this season or next year. I personally think Jones is gone next year, but that doesn't help Benson owners in 2006.

Why?

 

[redman]

He'll make an impact . . . and then he'll come down with a separated shoulder and blame the defense for hitting him too hard.

Hay-Oh!

 

[el-gato-grande]

He seems to be having trouble adjusting to life in the NFL and his role on the team - consistently getting injured is not helping his case any, either.

He's a "hold him and hope" guy right now in fantasy terms.

Agreed. The positive news for Benson owners is Jones has not looked all that hot in the first two games. The Bears are winning so Lovie may be reluctant to make a change but if Jones doesn't pick things up and the Bears lose a game or two I could see Benson being given the starting job.

Neither has Benson. He is going to have to take the job and he hasn't separated himself. Otherwise, you won't see him get enough carries to make a fantasy impact until late this season or next year. I personally think Jones is gone next year, but that doesn't help Benson owners in 2006.

Why?

Because unless Benson implodes, the coaching staff believes he is the best back for their system. The problem is he keeps tripping over his mouth and alienating his team mates. So rather than replace TJ and divide the locker room, they are hoping he justifies playing time through his performance on the field. Problem is - he hasn't yet. BTW, I'm a TJ owner in most of my leagues.

 

[broncofan13000]

As long as Chicago is winning, there is no reason to bring in Benson. With the emergance of Grossman, i doubt Lovie will make a change, as he's comfortable with TJ's pass blocking and doesn't want his QB to go down. Benson is no doubt the back of the future (i do not believe he is a bust), but TJ is the back to own now.

 

[GRIDIRON ASSASSIN]

Cedric Benson will make more 'off field' news than 'on field' news this year.

Book it.

Going on 1.25 seasons without a TD. Nice #4 overall pick Jerry Angelo.

 

[flapgreen]

He seems to be having trouble adjusting to life in the NFL and his role on the team - consistently getting injured is not helping his case any, either.

He's a "hold him and hope" guy right now in fantasy terms.

Agreed. The positive news for Benson owners is Jones has not looked all that hot in the first two games. The Bears are winning so Lovie may be reluctant to make a change but if Jones doesn't pick things up and the Bears lose a game or two I could see Benson being given the starting job.

Neither has Benson. He is going to have to take the job and he hasn't separated himself. Otherwise, you won't see him get enough carries to make a fantasy impact until late this season or next year. I personally think Jones is gone next year, but that doesn't help Benson owners in 2006.

Why?

Because unless Benson implodes, the coaching staff believes he is the best back for their system. The problem is he keeps tripping over his mouth and alienating his team mates. So rather than replace TJ and divide the locker room, they are hoping he justifies playing time through his performance on the field. Problem is - he hasn't yet. BTW, I'm a TJ owner in most of my leagues.

I don't understand where some of you guys are getting this from. It hasn't been evidenced by playing time or performance and I haven't heard the coaches come close to mentioning it. You have to back this up with something.

 

[Marc Levin]

He seems to be having trouble adjusting to life in the NFL and his role on the team - consistently getting injured is not helping his case any, either.

He's a "hold him and hope" guy right now in fantasy terms.

Agreed. The positive news for Benson owners is Jones has not looked all that hot in the first two games. The Bears are winning so Lovie may be reluctant to make a change but if Jones doesn't pick things up and the Bears lose a game or two I could see Benson being given the starting job.

Neither has Benson. He is going to have to take the job and he hasn't separated himself. Otherwise, you won't see him get enough carries to make a fantasy impact until late this season or next year. I personally think Jones is gone next year, but that doesn't help Benson owners in 2006.

Why?

Because unless Benson implodes, the coaching staff believes he is the best back for their system. The problem is he keeps tripping over his mouth and alienating his team mates. So rather than replace TJ and divide the locker room, they are hoping he justifies playing time through his performance on the field. Problem is - he hasn't yet. BTW, I'm a TJ owner in most of my leagues.

But why would they not have TJones when he is signed through next year? I could see Jones holding out/demanding a trade scenario. But, even if Benson wins the starting job next year, I don't think the team is anxious to get rid of their veteran backup.

 

[flapgreen]

As long as Chicago is winning, there is no reason to bring in Benson. With the emergance of Grossman, i doubt Lovie will make a change, as he's comfortable with TJ's pass blocking and doesn't want his QB to go down. Benson is no doubt the back of the future (i do not believe he is a bust), but TJ is the back to own now.

What has he done? He has been a complete bust so far. His draft status alone doesn't make him the back of the future. Listen. I'm a Bears fan. I really hope he gets his stuff together and becomes a great rb but the past year shows no signs of that happening. Potential won't last forever. Regardless of whether he's been hurt or not, he has to do something eventually. That's how it works.

And I don't understand how some keep saying the coaching staff doesn't want to make a change because it could mess up the rhythm of the team. If Lovie thought he was the better rb, he would have him in there the whole time. He's a 1st round pick.

 

[Routilla]

If CB had simply closed his mouth last year and gotten into camp on time and worked hard, he would probably be starting this year. But he's 0-3 in those situations batting .000

 

[Spike]

If Bensons at all healthy, I would be very suprised. If that's the Bears plan, just cut the guy now. I think Benson can play. He's just a headcase. If Lovie can't reach the guy, nobody can.

Am I the only one who has trouble understanding whether there is one viewpoint in this post?

 

[Spike]

Cedric Benson will make more 'off field' news than 'on field' news this year.Book it.Going on 1.25 seasons without a TD. Nice #4 overall pick Jerry Angelo.

I might be wrong, but wasn't Benson sort of a consensus top 5-10 pick when he came out last year?No sarcasm intended - an honest question.

 

[GRIDIRON ASSASSIN]

Yes he was, but who cares?

So was Curtis Enis. Mike Williams was a lock of a first rounder also.

Doesn't mean jack squat... they're all disappointments imho...

 

[Raider Nation]

He seems to be having trouble adjusting to life in the NFL and his role on the team - consistently getting injured is not helping his case any, either.

He's a "hold him and hope" guy right now in fantasy terms.

Agreed. The positive news for Benson owners is Jones has not looked all that hot in the first two games. The Bears are winning so Lovie may be reluctant to make a change but if Jones doesn't pick things up and the Bears lose a game or two I could see Benson being given the starting job.

Neither has Benson. He is going to have to take the job and he hasn't separated himself. Otherwise, you won't see him get enough carries to make a fantasy impact until late this season or next year. I personally think Jones is gone next year, but that doesn't help Benson owners in 2006.

Why?

Because unless Benson implodes, the coaching staff believes he is the best back for their system. The problem is he keeps tripping over his mouth and alienating his team mates. So rather than replace TJ and divide the locker room, they are hoping he justifies playing time through his performance on the field. Problem is - he hasn't yet. BTW, I'm a TJ owner in most of my leagues.

I don't understand where some of you guys are getting this from. It hasn't been evidenced by playing time or performance and I haven't heard the coaches come close to mentioning it. You have to back this up with something.

Just the mere fact that they drafted Benson when Jones was already on the roster should answer your question. Benson is the between-the-tackles banger that Ron Turner wanted for his offense. Just because Jones hasn't given up without a fight doesn't mean that he is the better fit long-term.

 

[Raider Nation]

He seems to be having trouble adjusting to life in the NFL and his role on the team - consistently getting injured is not helping his case any, either.

He's a "hold him and hope" guy right now in fantasy terms.

Agreed. The positive news for Benson owners is Jones has not looked all that hot in the first two games. The Bears are winning so Lovie may be reluctant to make a change but if Jones doesn't pick things up and the Bears lose a game or two I could see Benson being given the starting job.

Neither has Benson. He is going to have to take the job and he hasn't separated himself. Otherwise, you won't see him get enough carries to make a fantasy impact until late this season or next year. I personally think Jones is gone next year, but that doesn't help Benson owners in 2006.

Why?

Posted this yesterday in one of the other 87 Jones/Benson threads:

Ask David Haugh - The Tribune's Bears writer answers reader questions

Are the pre-season injuries to Thomas Jones and Cedric Benson affecting their play?

Benson's shoulder injury hindered his progress or else he probably would have carried more than 21 times in the first two games, and possibly opened the season as the starter, but he looked healthy bowling over Boss Bailey last Sunday. Jones looks the same as he did last year but has been limited because teams simply have committed themselves to stopping the Bears' running game. The more downfield plays Rex Grossman makes to either Bernard Berrian or Muhsin Muhammad, the more dangerous Jones will become as he gets back into the rhythm with his offensive line. He did miss a significant part of training camp, which might account for part of the slow start, but the below-average numbers probably have more to do with the way defenses have attacked the Bears with eight players "in the box,'' more often than not.

In my opinion, it seems like the fans and, more importantly, the players all feel that Thomas Jones is the best running back on the Bears. That being said, what are the chances of him signing an extension and the Bears trading Cedric Benson?

If there was a running back to be dealt, the Bears would have traded one in the off-season when teams called about Jones. But they need him this season until Benson proves he can stay healthy and become a more well-rounded NFL back. Next year, obviously, the dynamic likely changes no matter what Jones' production level is this season. Benson will be entering Year 3 and still could be looking for that breakout season his $16 million bonus portended while Jones will be 28 –- middle-aged as far as NFL running backs go. Unless something unforeseen occurs this season that indicates Benson is a high-maintenance bust, Benson is about as untouchable for potential trade partners as any offensive player on the roster.

LINKUnless Jones rushes for 2K this year OR the Bears win the Super Bowl with him leading the way, he will be elsewhere in '07. Benson cannot thrive with Jones on the roster for a number of reasons.

 

[flapgreen]

He seems to be having trouble adjusting to life in the NFL and his role on the team - consistently getting injured is not helping his case any, either.

He's a "hold him and hope" guy right now in fantasy terms.

Agreed. The positive news for Benson owners is Jones has not looked all that hot in the first two games. The Bears are winning so Lovie may be reluctant to make a change but if Jones doesn't pick things up and the Bears lose a game or two I could see Benson being given the starting job.

Neither has Benson. He is going to have to take the job and he hasn't separated himself. Otherwise, you won't see him get enough carries to make a fantasy impact until late this season or next year. I personally think Jones is gone next year, but that doesn't help Benson owners in 2006.

Why?

Because unless Benson implodes, the coaching staff believes he is the best back for their system. The problem is he keeps tripping over his mouth and alienating his team mates. So rather than replace TJ and divide the locker room, they are hoping he justifies playing time through his performance on the field. Problem is - he hasn't yet. BTW, I'm a TJ owner in most of my leagues.

I don't understand where some of you guys are getting this from. It hasn't been evidenced by playing time or performance and I haven't heard the coaches come close to mentioning it. You have to back this up with something.

Just the mere fact that they drafted Benson when Jones was already on the roster should answer your question. Benson is the between-the-tackles banger that Ron Turner wanted for his offense. Just because Jones hasn't given up without a fight doesn't mean that he is the better fit long-term.

That doesn't answer my question. I agree with you for the reason Benson was drafted. It goes without saying they drafted him that early to be the man. As I'm sure they did, I thought he would be the man then too. But that was over a year ago and it hasn't even came close to happening. He's barely played. For an early 1st round rb, that's not good. Hurt or not, Benson has done next to nothing on the field and appears to have a bad attitude to go along with it. Now, I'm not saying it won't happen. As I said, I hope he gets it going and becomes the back they drafted him to be. However, there has been nothing to indicate the coaches have any great faith in him at this point as some on seem to think.

 

[flapgreen]

He seems to be having trouble adjusting to life in the NFL and his role on the team - consistently getting injured is not helping his case any, either.

He's a "hold him and hope" guy right now in fantasy terms.

Agreed. The positive news for Benson owners is Jones has not looked all that hot in the first two games. The Bears are winning so Lovie may be reluctant to make a change but if Jones doesn't pick things up and the Bears lose a game or two I could see Benson being given the starting job.

Neither has Benson. He is going to have to take the job and he hasn't separated himself. Otherwise, you won't see him get enough carries to make a fantasy impact until late this season or next year. I personally think Jones is gone next year, but that doesn't help Benson owners in 2006.

Why?

Posted this yesterday in one of the other 87 Jones/Benson threads:

Ask David Haugh - The Tribune's Bears writer answers reader questions

Are the pre-season injuries to Thomas Jones and Cedric Benson affecting their play?

Benson's shoulder injury hindered his progress or else he probably would have carried more than 21 times in the first two games, and possibly opened the season as the starter, but he looked healthy bowling over Boss Bailey last Sunday. Jones looks the same as he did last year but has been limited because teams simply have committed themselves to stopping the Bears' running game. The more downfield plays Rex Grossman makes to either Bernard Berrian or Muhsin Muhammad, the more dangerous Jones will become as he gets back into the rhythm with his offensive line. He did miss a significant part of training camp, which might account for part of the slow start, but the below-average numbers probably have more to do with the way defenses have attacked the Bears with eight players "in the box,'' more often than not.

In my opinion, it seems like the fans and, more importantly, the players all feel that Thomas Jones is the best running back on the Bears. That being said, what are the chances of him signing an extension and the Bears trading Cedric Benson?

If there was a running back to be dealt, the Bears would have traded one in the off-season when teams called about Jones. But they need him this season until Benson proves he can stay healthy and become a more well-rounded NFL back. Next year, obviously, the dynamic likely changes no matter what Jones' production level is this season. Benson will be entering Year 3 and still could be looking for that breakout season his $16 million bonus portended while Jones will be 28 –- middle-aged as far as NFL running backs go. Unless something unforeseen occurs this season that indicates Benson is a high-maintenance bust, Benson is about as untouchable for potential trade partners as any offensive player on the roster.

LINKUnless Jones rushes for 2K this year OR the Bears win the Super Bowl with him leading the way, he will be elsewhere in '07. Benson cannot thrive with Jones on the roster for a number of reasons.

Jones being there has nothing to do with Benson's inability to strive. If he were the better rb and deserved it, he would be playing. It's that simple. Whether or not the Bears trade Jones in the offseason and give Benson the job outright, I don't know. If nothing changes over the course of this season, I think it would be a big mistake though.

 

[brednbuddah]

this thread is nothing more than a bunch of implorable conjecture from a bunch of disheartened Benson owners.

as a Benson owner, I was hoping to gain something useful here.

 

[el-gato-grande]

He seems to be having trouble adjusting to life in the NFL and his role on the team - consistently getting injured is not helping his case any, either.

He's a "hold him and hope" guy right now in fantasy terms.

Agreed. The positive news for Benson owners is Jones has not looked all that hot in the first two games. The Bears are winning so Lovie may be reluctant to make a change but if Jones doesn't pick things up and the Bears lose a game or two I could see Benson being given the starting job.

Neither has Benson. He is going to have to take the job and he hasn't separated himself. Otherwise, you won't see him get enough carries to make a fantasy impact until late this season or next year. I personally think Jones is gone next year, but that doesn't help Benson owners in 2006.

Why?

Because unless Benson implodes, the coaching staff believes he is the best back for their system. The problem is he keeps tripping over his mouth and alienating his team mates. So rather than replace TJ and divide the locker room, they are hoping he justifies playing time through his performance on the field. Problem is - he hasn't yet. BTW, I'm a TJ owner in most of my leagues.

I don't understand where some of you guys are getting this from. It hasn't been evidenced by playing time or performance and I haven't heard the coaches come close to mentioning it. You have to back this up with something.

Local sports radio chatter here in Chicago. Nobody with the Bears is willing to go on record and say anything definatively. But its pretty common knowledge around here that Lovie and company want Benson in there. The players favor TJ because of the work he put in last year and he is a good locker room guy. Believe it or not believe it - your perogative. Like I said, I'm a TJ owner. It'd be great for me if Benson would get sent back to momma, but that doesn't sound like its going to happen unless he flakes again or gets injured.

 

[flapgreen]

He seems to be having trouble adjusting to life in the NFL and his role on the team - consistently getting injured is not helping his case any, either.

He's a "hold him and hope" guy right now in fantasy terms.

Agreed. The positive news for Benson owners is Jones has not looked all that hot in the first two games. The Bears are winning so Lovie may be reluctant to make a change but if Jones doesn't pick things up and the Bears lose a game or two I could see Benson being given the starting job.

Neither has Benson. He is going to have to take the job and he hasn't separated himself. Otherwise, you won't see him get enough carries to make a fantasy impact until late this season or next year. I personally think Jones is gone next year, but that doesn't help Benson owners in 2006.

Why?

Because unless Benson implodes, the coaching staff believes he is the best back for their system. The problem is he keeps tripping over his mouth and alienating his team mates. So rather than replace TJ and divide the locker room, they are hoping he justifies playing time through his performance on the field. Problem is - he hasn't yet. BTW, I'm a TJ owner in most of my leagues.

I don't understand where some of you guys are getting this from. It hasn't been evidenced by playing time or performance and I haven't heard the coaches come close to mentioning it. You have to back this up with something.

Local sports radio chatter here in Chicago. Nobody with the Bears is willing to go on record and say anything definatively. But its pretty common knowledge around here that Lovie and company want Benson in there. The players favor TJ because of the work he put in last year and he is a good locker room guy. Believe it or not believe it - your perogative. Like I said, I'm a TJ owner. It'd be great for me if Benson would get sent back to momma, but that doesn't sound like its going to happen unless he flakes again or gets injured.

As long as they have the rb in there that gives them the best chance to win, I'm fine with it. From what I've seen, Jones is certainly the guy. I don't live in a fantasy world though. I realize they have to get Benson in there some, at least for a while, because they paid him the big bucks. It's unfortunate that things have to turn out that way but it's a business.

 

[NatronIsMean]

As long as Chicago is winning, there is no reason to bring in Benson. With the emergance of Grossman, i doubt Lovie will make a change, as he's comfortable with TJ's pass blocking and doesn't want his QB to go down. Benson is no doubt the back of the future (i do not believe he is a bust), but TJ is the back to own now.

What has he done? He has been a complete bust so far. His draft status alone doesn't make him the back of the future. Listen. I'm a Bears fan. I really hope he gets his stuff together and becomes a great rb but the past year shows no signs of that happening. Potential won't last forever. Regardless of whether he's been hurt or not, he has to do something eventually. That's how it works.

And I don't understand how some keep saying the coaching staff doesn't want to make a change because it could mess up the rhythm of the team. If Lovie thought he was the better rb, he would have him in there the whole time. He's a 1st round pick.

Exactly. IF Benson were the better back, he would be playing, PERIOD. This is evidenced by Lovie's benching of the free safety last year for Chris Harris (a rookie at the time), and now his benching for the new rookie, Daniel Manning. It's not "popular" with the team to demote guys for rookies, and you BETTER believe that the Bears would be doing so with their #4 pick overall if they had the same feelings about him.

 

[JohnnyU]

What has he done? He has been a complete bust so far. His draft status alone doesn't make him the back of the future.

Listen. I'm a Bears fan. I really hope he gets his stuff together and becomes a great rb but the past year shows no signs of that happening. Potential won't last forever. Regardless of whether he's been hurt or not, he has to do something eventually. That's how it works.

And I don't understand how some keep saying the coaching staff doesn't want to make a change because it could mess up the rhythm of the team. If Lovie thought he was the better rb, he would have him in there the whole time. He's a 1st round pick.

Not a smart comment here. Benson hasn't really gotten his shot yet, so labeling him a bust is stupid. I don't think I can make it any clearer than that.

 

[JohnnyU]

[Exactly. IF Benson were the better back, he would be playing, PERIOD. This is evidenced by Lovie's benching of the free safety last year for Chris Harris (a rookie at the time), and now his benching for the new rookie, Daniel Manning. It's not "popular" with the team to demote guys for rookies, and you BETTER believe that the Bears would be doing so with their #4 pick overall if they had the same feelings about him.

I wish the Colts had him, even though he probably doesn't fit their system. The fact is, Cedric Benson hasn't had his shot yet, so we will see what happens when / if it does happen. A couple more bad games by TJ and we might find out sooner than later.

 

[BoulderBob]

Jones is still hopping around and running with a high center of gravity. His agility and quickness allow him to get away with this style of running, although much of his success has to be credited to his excellent offensive line, but there is no doubt in my mind that Smith wants a grinder as his #1 back. Benson will be the man by week 12.

 

[el-gato-grande]

Benson will be the man in full RBBC by week 12.

Fixed. He likely won't be "the man" until next year. If you are pinning your championship hopes on that happening, then go to Plan B.

 

[BoulderBob]

Benson will be the man in full RBBC by week 12.

Fixed. He likely won't be "the man" until next year. If you are pinning your championship hopes on that happening, then go to Plan B.

I agree, and I don't own either. RBBC is probably the best plan for the Bears. Both backs are strong, and they compliment each other. "The man" is simply my feeling on who will be in the game on 1st and 2nd downs.

 

[GRIDIRON ASSASSIN]

What has he done? He has been a complete bust so far. His draft status alone doesn't make him the back of the future.

Listen. I'm a Bears fan. I really hope he gets his stuff together and becomes a great rb but the past year shows no signs of that happening. Potential won't last forever. Regardless of whether he's been hurt or not, he has to do something eventually. That's how it works.

And I don't understand how some keep saying the coaching staff doesn't want to make a change because it could mess up the rhythm of the team. If Lovie thought he was the better rb, he would have him in there the whole time. He's a 1st round pick.

Not a smart comment here. Benson hasn't really gotten his shot yet, so labeling him a bust is stupid. I don't think I can make it any clearer than that.

He did get a start last year (against New Orleans), so I consider that 'a shot' and he only put up 79 yards- hell Adrian Peterson got a start and put up superior numbers (last year 120 yds and a TD against San Fran - a game in which SF KNEW the Bears would run, as there were 40-50MPH winds). The fact that he has yet to score a touchdown is very disheartening to most Bears fans.

 

[JohnnyU]

What has he done? He has been a complete bust so far. His draft status alone doesn't make him the back of the future.

Listen. I'm a Bears fan. I really hope he gets his stuff together and becomes a great rb but the past year shows no signs of that happening. Potential won't last forever. Regardless of whether he's been hurt or not, he has to do something eventually. That's how it works.

And I don't understand how some keep saying the coaching staff doesn't want to make a change because it could mess up the rhythm of the team. If Lovie thought he was the better rb, he would have him in there the whole time. He's a 1st round pick.

Not a smart comment here. Benson hasn't really gotten his shot yet, so labeling him a bust is stupid. I don't think I can make it any clearer than that.

He did get a start last year (against New Orleans), so I consider that 'a shot' and he only put up 79 yards- hell Adrian Peterson got a start and put up superior numbers (last year 120 yds and a TD against San Fran - a game in which SF KNEW the Bears would run, as there were 40-50MPH winds). The fact that he has yet to score a touchdown is very disheartening to most Bears fans.

One start does not = "shot", and besides, 79 yds isn't that bad. When CB starts to get the lions share of carries in multiple games, then I'll call that his "shot".

 

[NatronIsMean]

[Exactly. IF Benson were the better back, he would be playing, PERIOD. This is evidenced by Lovie's benching of the free safety last year for Chris Harris (a rookie at the time), and now his benching for the new rookie, Daniel Manning. It's not "popular" with the team to demote guys for rookies, and you BETTER believe that the Bears would be doing so with their #4 pick overall if they had the same feelings about him.

I wish the Colts had him, even though he probably doesn't fit their system. The fact is, Cedric Benson hasn't had his shot yet, so we will see what happens when / if it does happen. A couple more bad games by TJ and we might find out sooner than later.

I don't disagree with you in general that we haven't seen enough of Ced to make a determination. I am a Bears fan and happen to own both. Obviously, I'm hoping there's no RBBC and otherwise just want to have the RB position be settled. Right now, if I had to choose who I'd rather have be injured, it would be Ced. I know what Jones can do and know he won't split time with Adrian Peterson. Since I think it's more likely that TJ will get hurt, my fear is that A-Pete will make Ced less starteable when that time comes...

 

[babyhendrix]

He did get a start last year (against New Orleans), so I consider that 'a shot' and he only put up 79 yards- hell Adrian Peterson got a start and put up superior numbers (last year 120 yds and a TD against San Fran - a game in which SF KNEW the Bears would run, as there were 40-50MPH winds). The fact that he has yet to score a touchdown is very disheartening to most Bears fans.

Wrong. Jones started that game and left in the second quarter. Benson played about half a game and had 14 carries for 79 yards for about 5.6 YPC.

 

[flapgreen]

What has he done? He has been a complete bust so far. His draft status alone doesn't make him the back of the future.

Listen. I'm a Bears fan. I really hope he gets his stuff together and becomes a great rb but the past year shows no signs of that happening. Potential won't last forever. Regardless of whether he's been hurt or not, he has to do something eventually. That's how it works.

And I don't understand how some keep saying the coaching staff doesn't want to make a change because it could mess up the rhythm of the team. If Lovie thought he was the better rb, he would have him in there the whole time. He's a 1st round pick.

Not a smart comment here. Benson hasn't really gotten his shot yet, so labeling him a bust is stupid. I don't think I can make it any clearer than that.

 

[3nOut]

He seems to be having trouble adjusting to life in the NFL and his role on the team - consistently getting injured is not helping his case any, either.He's a "hold him and hope" guy right now in fantasy terms.

Agreed. The positive news for Benson owners is Jones has not looked all that hot in the first two games. The Bears are winning so Lovie may be reluctant to make a change but if Jones doesn't pick things up and the Bears lose a game or two I could see Benson being given the starting job.

Jones has not loked that hot because neither GB nor DET were taking Grossman seriously and were playing to stop the run. They both got burned by the pBears passing game. Now Defensve coordinatrs will have to account for Grossman and the passing game, which n turn will open up lanes for Jones. Chicago has a great OL and Jones' carries/yds/TDs will be there. This makes him a decent buy low candidate.

 

[JohnnyU]

What has he done? He has been a complete bust so far. His draft status alone doesn't make him the back of the future.

Listen. I'm a Bears fan. I really hope he gets his stuff together and becomes a great rb but the past year shows no signs of that happening. Potential won't last forever. Regardless of whether he's been hurt or not, he has to do something eventually. That's how it works.

And I don't understand how some keep saying the coaching staff doesn't want to make a change because it could mess up the rhythm of the team. If Lovie thought he was the better rb, he would have him in there the whole time. He's a 1st round pick.

Not a smart comment here. Benson hasn't really gotten his shot yet, so labeling him a bust is stupid. I don't think I can make it any clearer than that.

 

[Raider Nation]

I still don't think Jones is anything to write home about, but I'd go on a killing spree and write bad checks to have guns like his....

 

[flapgreen]

I still don't think Jones is anything to write home about, but I'd go on a killing spree and write bad checks to have guns like his....

Same here.