What Are the Bears Saying Ahead of Sunday’s NFC North Showdown Against the Lions?

Let’s break it down:

1. Protection Issues: Interim head coach Thomas Brown stressed fixing persistent protection problems, noting Chicago has allowed 58 sacks this season, tied for the league’s most. Rookie QB Caleb Williams is also focusing on improving his progression speed.
2. Missed Opportunities: Williams voiced frustration over missed throws and big-play chances, despite his 61.9% completion rate being slightly below the league average of 65.2%.
3. Thanksgiving Lessons: Reflecting on Week 13’s first-half struggles against Detroit, Brown emphasized avoiding penalties and winning man-to-man matchups as key improvements.
4. Execution Is Key: Williams pinpointed execution as the solution for Sunday’s rematch, including better pass accuracy, protection, and man-route wins—factors that turned around the second half of their last Detroit clash.
5. Capitalizing on Detroit’s Injuries: Brown noted Detroit’s defensive challenges due to injuries but acknowledged their aggressive play and man-coverage style, focusing on maintaining a consistent attack strategy.
6. Rookie Reflections: Williams described his season as both frustrating (eight-game losing streak) and encouraging, highlighting his growth despite setbacks.

Will the Bears bounce back and end their losing streak? Stay tuned for Sunday’s game!