IOWA CITY, Iowa – The Chicago Bears (5-7) will host the
Washington Redskins (5-7) this Sunday in Soldier Field, where the home team has
struggled. Both teams will be looking to stay relevant in the playoff hunt in
this match up between NFC opponents.
Here are three ways the Bears come out with their sixth
win of the season.
1. End
drives with touchdowns: In last week’s loss to the 49ers the Bears only
scored two rushing touchdowns and the rest field goals. The Bears need to capitalize
on good starting field position and put the ball in the end zone. This is
something that this Bears offense has struggled to do all season. Offensive
coordinator Adam Gase needs to start the game out aggressive and get this offense
in a good rhythm. Throughout the entire season this offense has stalled when
reaching the red zone and with only four games left in the season the offense
has to show it can get touchdowns and not settle for field goals.
2. Utilize
the Passing Game: It’s time to start passing the ball. The Bears did a
great job last week running the ball, but never established any kind of passing
game. Jay Cutler and his receivers need to get in sync early. If Cutler gets
wide receiver Eddie Royal back this will help in third down situations and provide a weapon that can attack the middle of the field. The
Redskins will try and stack the box when the Bears run so the receivers and
Cutler need to be ready to make some plays. Play action should be a big part of
the game for the Bears and could be a good opportunity to throw the deep ball
to Alshon Jeffrey.
3. Finish
game strong defensively: The Bears defense in last week’s loss to the
49ers played well for three quarters, but had huge breakdowns in the fourth
quarter and overtime. The Bears defensive allowed two long touchdowns in critical
moments to the 49ers. When the game is close which it most likely will, the
Bears need to stay disciplined and stay on their assignments. Especially with a
play maker like Desean Jackson, who can score at any time when he has the ball
in his hands.
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