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We are not even through two seasons since Jay Cutler became a Bear, and it already feels like a long story: spectacular touchdowns undermined by inexcusable interceptions, petulant shoulder shrugs interpreted for greater meaning, and club-hopping with quasi-famous TV arm-candy.
Not too long ago, Lovie Smith seemed primed to be forced out of Chicago. Now, that doesn't seem as likely.
Plenty of quarterbacks don't reach their full potential in the NFL because they don't put in the classroom hours necessary. While Cutler is doing enough for right now, can he take his game to the next level?
The coaching staff has received plenty of criticism over the last few seasons. However, over the course of the last three games the coaches have put the team in position win.
I'm sure a gambler can explain to me how the Bears' 16-0 dismantling of the Dolphins somehow qualifies as an upset. Some lines had them as a 2.5-point underdog at kickoff, with Miami a clear, consensus favorite.
Some of Jay Cutler's passes this season have been forced into coverage. Cutler has been criticized for making these throws and not protecting the football. However, that aggressive attitude is just was Mike Martz wants.
Time is everything, especially when you're a quarterback in a Mike Martz offense. The more time Cutler has had to throw the ball the better the results have been and the more his confidence has grown.
The Mike Martz offense is heavily based on passing the ball down field. And Over his career, Martz has done little to change from that. But after the success of the Bears with a balanced offense, will Martz break from his tradition?
NFL Network analyst Joe Theismann, who will call Thursday's Bears game in Miami, joined the Mully & Hanley Show Monday and praised wide receiver Johnny Knox.
The Vikings are fighting to get back into the NFC North race while the Bears have a chance to tie the Packers for the lead. Both teams have a lot to gain from Sunday's game.
As Jay Cutler spoke to the media Wednesday leading up to the Bears' Sunday match-up with the Vikings, it became apparent that the plan and approach to the Bills has been ripped up, burnt and flushed away.
It was obvious that the Bears focused more on the running game when preparing for the Buffalo Bills. However, that focus may not be sustained for the rest of the season.
The Bears had a much more balanced offense on Sunday, something many Bears fans have been hoping to see for some time now. Troy Aikman joined the Mully and Hanley Show to talk about what that balance means for the Bears.
The Bears got back on track with a 22-19 win over the Buffalo Bills. While there is still mixed reaction from Bears fans, Dan Hampton sees some important positives.
Coming off of their bye week, the Chicago Bears are rested and ready to take on the winless Buffalo Bills.
The offensive line has come under plenty of scrutiny so far this season. But, simplification doesn't appear to be their strategy for improvement.
Jay Cutler said the Chicago Bears didn't come to him for his opinion in going after Randy Moss. He stated that Mike Martz's system is too difficult for someone new to grasp this late into the season. Had the Bears put in a claim, due to their record, they would have won the waiver claim.
Jay Cutler addressed the media today. And while he touched on how important it is to run the ball, he also emphasized that they couldn't completely change the offense.
Joe Ostrowski ranks the top ten teams in the NFL. And of course tells you where the Bears stack up.
A non-stop topic of conversation so far this Bears season has been the play of Jay Cutler. The best quarter back to ever play in the Mike Martz offense thinks he knows what is wrong with Cutler.
We can debate the actual merits of the Bears pursuing the just-waived Randy Moss. We can soberly weigh the risks and potential rewards of acquiring the unpredictable receiver, and reach a well-considered conclusion about how he makes the Bears better or worse.
With the Bears losing three of four, their offense is ranked among the worst. Chicago ranks 30th in yardage, 29th in rushing, 29th in passer rating and 26th in points per game. LISTEN: THE TOM THAYER REPORT
The offensive line, so far this season, has been a revolving door. Players are replaced, or change positions due to injuries or ineffectiveness. And through all this turnover, the biggest issue has been their lack of protection. However, they don't seem to be getting much help.
Stem cell donations save lives—and they are often a selfless act to help a stranger. But one case involving a Chicago man with leukemia shows it can help the donor too—in profound ways.
Marko Niketic, 17, was killed in a car crash last spring. An alleged drunken driver was speeding at more than 130 mph just before the crash, prosecutors have said.
Coby White scored 21 points and Zach Lavine had 18 for the Bulls.
Lenier Clayton was only 30 years old with so much more life left to live and love to give, his mother said.
The brewery was founded in the Ravinia District in Highland Park, where the music venue is also located.
The alders' idea is to move almost all city departments back to their budget allocation from 2020, but to add an inflation adjustment.
Walmart is rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, joining a growing list of major corporations doing the same after coming under attack by conservative activists.
While Henyard had no trouble getting into the giving spirit, there is something she simply can't get going — a trustee meeting. Some trustees are deliberately denying her a quorum.
Johnson had planned to eliminate dozens of positions in charge of overseeing the reforms in order to cuts costs from the city budget.
In the poll, a total of 800 Chicagoans were asked a dozen questions about city leadership, finances, and ways to balance the budget.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
Robin McElroy said she loves everything about her Morgan Park home—except for the panic-inducing surprises she has been getting in the mail about her supposedly unpaid taxes.
Scammers often get financial information and personal details, or lure in veterans with videos that claim they can win lots of money,
It's the season of giving, but if you're not careful with finances, you could be getting a hefty bill at the end of the holiday season.
Annesley Clark and Christine Corso were determined to say their vows before it was too late. So when Clark's nurses at Northwestern Medicine heard the couple's story, they jumped right into action.
Little Penelope Lo Destro's parents were about to start their family when there was a terrible diagnosis.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
The brewery was founded in the Ravinia District in Highland Park, where the music venue is also located.
The team says it is still focusing on a new stadium in the city of Chicago.
Owner Ricky Burns made a big dream come true in the tiny space on Western Avenue in West Ridge.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
The nonprofit Far South Community Development Corporation is working to create everlasting change—and has a vision specifically for the commercial corridor at 115th and Halsted streets.
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
The British pop star is bringing her Brat 2025 arena tour to the Allstate Arena on April 28 at 7 p.m
Ravyn Lenae, a rising R&B star from the South Side of Chicago, is among the artists announced Wednesday for the popular California desert music festival.
Speaking to American Theatre in 2018, Vire said he arrived in Chicago as a "lapsed actor," and fell into theatre criticism "through the back door."
"America demanded it and now it's happening: Taco Bell's new Cheesy Chalupa Supreme. In other news, I'm hosting the Oscars," Conan O'Brien said.
Marko Niketic, 17, was killed in a car crash last spring. On Tuesday night at the Glenview Community Ice Center, 1851 Landwehr Rd., those who knew and still love and remember Marko gathered for two memorial hockey games. Darius Johnson reports.
Meteorologist David Yeomans has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024.
Ald. Ray Lopez (15th) said 77 CPD members are currently deployed.
Stem cell donations save lives—and they are often a selfless act to help a stranger. But one case involving a Chicago man with leukemia shows it can help the donor too—in profound ways. Joe Donlon reports.
A Cook County domestic violence judge, already under fire for releasing a man who is accused of later killing his wife, has now been removed from cases involving domestic violence due to threats directed at him.
Lenier Clayton was only 30 years old with so much more life left to live and love to give, his mother said.
Marko Niketic, 17, was killed in a car crash last spring. An alleged drunken driver was speeding at more than 130 mph just before the crash, prosecutors have said.
Recent trends show Americans have prioritized travel this year, in which airports like O'Hare and Midway have seen record-setting travel numbers similar to pre-COVID times.
Stem cell donations save lives—and they are often a selfless act to help a stranger. But one case involving a Chicago man with leukemia shows it can help the donor too—in profound ways.
Coby White scored 21 points and Zach Lavine had 18 for the Bulls.
Police have said officers were investigating robberies near 55th and Pulaski, when they saw two suspects believed to be armed get into a Lexus and speed away.
Police are already looking ahead to the Thanksgiving Day Parade later this week.
The 29-person team will advise the prosecutor's office on everything from handling gun violence cases to wrongful convictions to public corruption.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
A judge released Constantin Beldie on electronic monitoring in October, after he allegedly beat and tried to kidnap his estranged wife. He's now accused of killing her weeks later.
Coby White scored 21 points and Zach Lavine had 18 for the Bulls.
Williams is on the first short week of his NFL career. He admitted he had a few "mess-ups" during the Bears' walkthrough on Tuesday, as he needs to speed up his learning of this week's game plan.
Louisville transfer Tre White also scored 16 points and Will Riley added 13 for Illinois (5-1).
The team says it is still focusing on a new stadium in the city of Chicago.
It was the second championship for the second-seeded Wildcats (23-1-0), who have played for the title in four straight seasons.
Lenier Clayton was only 30 years old with so much more life left to live and love to give, his mother said.
The victim was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center where he was listed in critical condition.
Police said 52-year-old Victor Sessoms has been charged with one count of felony theft.
Police have said officers were investigating robberies near 55th and Pulaski, when they saw two suspects believed to be armed get into a Lexus and speed away.
Earlier, thieves also broke into a restaurant in the South Loop.
