Bears writer raises the biggest concern for Chicago ahead of Sunday's game
While the Chicago Bears have looked pretty bad at times this season, they are still 2-2 and they are still very much alive in the NFC playoffs' race. Well, this Sunday's game against the Vikings is a crucial one.
However, here is what Nate Atkins listed as the biggest concern for the Bears ahead of Sunday's game:
Chicago converts third downs just 34% of the time, good enough for seventh worst in the NFL. The passing game has been under fire by the media and fans, but the Bears' offense needs strategic help.
The Bears fail to convert on third down because they're playing «behind the sticks.» Chicago's offense, on average, has 7.6 yards to go on third down. So, on first and second down, the Bears typically gain 2.4 yards (not great!), putting themselves at a disadvantage.
The Bears also have one of the lowest times of possessions per drive in the NFL, with 2:29 minutes. Again, this is because the offense fails to gain yards early and sustain drives. Chicago needs to improve dramatically on offense, pick up first downs, and put pressure on opposing defenses.
The Bears fail to convert on third down because they're playing «behind the sticks.» Chicago's offense, on average, has 7.6 yards to go on third down. So, on first and second down, the Bears typically gain 2.4 yards (not great!), putting themselves at a disadvantage.
The Bears also have one of the lowest times of possessions per drive in the NFL, with 2:29 minutes. Again, this is because the offense fails to gain yards early and sustain drives. Chicago needs to improve dramatically on offense, pick up first downs, and put pressure on opposing defenses.
This is correct. Luke Getsy has to be more creative on 3rd down and help his young struggling quarterback a little more. I also think he needs to make sure that his offense stays ahead of the sticks and avoids many long third-down. The Vikings' pass rush is lethal and Fields will struggles if he is always facing long thrid downs.
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