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Grossman may have 2 more weeks to "get it right" (1 Viewer)
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Bears_Man2
Footballguy
My guess is that the talk John speaks of is the talk he had with a buddy at a Chicago truck stop. Really grown tired of this guy's unfounded rumors and speculation. Unless he wants to provide sources, I'm of the opinion he simply posts things that run around in his head.
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Sleeper 43
Footballguy
Griese will be solid for Chi-town, nice ww pickup IMO. Rex messing up a couple more games wont be difficult for him. I wouldn't be one bit shocked if he got pulled Sunday night.
Edit - Whether or not this writer has credibility, its no secret Rex is on a short leash, the hard part is guessing what game Lovie pulls the trigger.
Edit - Whether or not this writer has credibility, its no secret Rex is on a short leash, the hard part is guessing what game Lovie pulls the trigger.
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NatronIsMean
Footballguy
As a Bears fan, Rex is not the answer. We knew that last year. He's a short, inconsistent QB that makes WAY too many mental errors, including a multitude of fumbled snaps. It sucks to know that we're wasting an elite defense with Grossman...
Bears_Man2
Footballguy
I don't know if Rex is the answer or not. He is however one of the best QB's in recent memory for us. (Not saying a lot but it's true). I really think Olsen is going to benefit Rex. Rex is/was at his best when using the equal inconsistent Desmond Clark .Do I think Griese is the answer either? No.
flapgreen
Footballguy
He hasn't even played yet. Believing he'll make that much of a difference for Rex is just wishful thinking, imo.As for Rex, I've been a backer of his since the beginning, but my patience has finally worn thin. I'm sure Lovie's has also. If a miracle doesn't occur over the next couple weeks, you have to get him out of there.
That being said, I don't think there's much to Griese either. This whole qb situation has really left me unsure about where we stand as a team. We need at least a decent qb, who doesn't turn over the ball, if we want to make it back to the SB.
Thankfully, our special teams and defense is as good as ever.
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Ghost Rider
Footballguy
True, but Griese is a lot less likely to give a game away with a bad INT.
I watched the Bears/Chiefs game two times, and I have to tell you even though I supported grossman in the past this was just terrible.
he threw flat footed, off his back foot, without strides and lofted a easy INT to the Chiefs D'
It was some of the worst QB play I have seen from an established starter in a very long time, even worse then a hobbled McNabb last Monday. Much worse.
He has Dallas and Detroit, if that doesn't right the ship then any QB is an upgrade. Too bad, Berrian needs a guy who can deliver it.
he threw flat footed, off his back foot, without strides and lofted a easy INT to the Chiefs D'
It was some of the worst QB play I have seen from an established starter in a very long time, even worse then a hobbled McNabb last Monday. Much worse.
He has Dallas and Detroit, if that doesn't right the ship then any QB is an upgrade. Too bad, Berrian needs a guy who can deliver it.
gigantor
Footballguy
What makes you think that?
I want to see what Griese can do though. It's been a while since I've seen Griese's games for Denver. He wasn't a HOF'er for sure. But I don't remember him being anywhere near as erratic as Grossman. I don't think Grossman has done anything that should keep the Bears from giving Griese an opportunity.
flapgreen
Footballguy
Can't disagree with you here.
The Big Guy
Fear the Blitz
But can Lovie admit that he is wrong and Rex isn't the guy? Lovie has more loyalty to this guy and refuses to admit what we all know, that Rex just sucks.
Sleeper 43
Footballguy
Griese will be more than just a "fill in".
Griese's been through alot, learned alot and has been with this offense and these receivers a good while now.
I wouldn't be shocked if he worked out well as a QB1 for teams in need later in the season.
Griese's been through alot, learned alot and has been with this offense and these receivers a good while now.
I wouldn't be shocked if he worked out well as a QB1 for teams in need later in the season.
PsychoMan
Footballguy
WhyTF are they giving him more games? This is BS. Watch, he'll have 1 good game and 1 mediocre game and they'll say he's "got it right" and we'll have to see even more of this idiot!!!!!!!!
as bad as grossman has looked, chicago can't mix it up. what they should do is to change the play calling substantially and have grossman go into trent dilfer mode and just not make mistakes. they have grossman winging the ball all over the field when they should be much more conservative.
griese does not give them a better chance to win. they need to get a QB in next year's draft like a JDB who will likely be there for them later in the first round or 2nd round. although if he doesn't get his low release fixed that has balls batted down at the LOS you may not even want him.
griese does not give them a better chance to win. they need to get a QB in next year's draft like a JDB who will likely be there for them later in the first round or 2nd round. although if he doesn't get his low release fixed that has balls batted down at the LOS you may not even want him.
SmoovySmoov
The Way of the Samurai
ALMOST willing to endure a losing season with either Grossman or Griese if it means that they finally wake up in the offseason and make a move at QB.WhyTF are they giving him more games? This is BS. Watch, he'll have 1 good game and 1 mediocre game and they'll say he's "got it right" and we'll have to see even more of this idiot!!!!!!!!
circelli17
Footballguy
Chicago has Detroit this week and Minnesota the week after that. That is 2 games this team needs to WIN period. If Grossman doesn't get it done against that pathetic Detroit defense by even halftime of this week I think you're going to see a change, and as a Bears fan I'll probably be rooting for him to struggle because I've had enough of Captain Erratic
I thought it might happen this year, but he's still doing the same stupid #### over and over. 
KnowledgeReignsSupreme
Footballguy
For all the injury cheering in NJ on opening day, I bet the Bears would love a Chad Pennington on their team.
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TommyGilmore
Footballguy
I'd say Griese was a bit better than just a game manager. He was a pro-bowler in 2000 and put up top-15 fantasy numbers in 2001 and 2004.
Without a doubt.Even a David Carr would be a better option at this point.
Unfortunately, one of Rex's most positive attributes is exactly what you are asking them to take away. The biggest difference between last season and this is that he isn't winging the ball. If the WR's can't make adjustments and catches, that was where they needed to upgrade in the off-season (Antonio Bryant?). If they're going to go into that mode, they might as well give the ball to Orton as they did in '05. The bottom line is, that they will probably give him the Detroit game to get it together and keep him on a short leash. Both Rex and Griese are getting equal reps in practice this week.
Lovie was just on 670 the Score, here in Chicago, and was very non committal to Rex. This is the first time ever, besides when Rex was injured, where Lovie did not clearly state "Rex is our starter." He stated that it will be clear who the starter is come Wednesday's practice, as that is when they will begin game planning for Detroit.
Take it however you want, but I think Rex is 3rd string this weekend.
Take it however you want, but I think Rex is 3rd string this weekend.
PsychoMan
Footballguy
Sleeper 43
Footballguy
Can we all agree Griese > Grossman yet ?
trader jake
Footballguy
The people who didn't agree, as early as late last regular season, were in denial.
the spanker
Footballguy
I totally missed the boat on this, well almost. At least I picked him off of waivers and have been freaking happy ever since Mannnnnnn!Can we all agree Griese > Grossman yet ?
TommyGilmore
Footballguy
Packers, Lions or Vikings fan?
