The Chicago Bears' latest acquisition raises concerns for the secondary.
Are there any 'New Girl' enthusiasts reading? If you haven't indulged in this show, give it a go. Nick Miller, one of its characters and a staunch Chicago sports aficionado, is played by Jake Johnson � a true-blue Chicago sports enthusiast in real life. He even brings to life a character named Julius Pepperwood. Why the sidetrack to a TV show in a sports discourse? Perhaps because the current state of the Chicago Bears might need a comedic relief. Kidding aside, every time I heard about the Bears signing Joejuan Williams, my mind kept echoing "Dequan" - a nod to another 'New Girl' reference.
Now, transitioning to the gridiron updates. This past Wednesday witnessed the Chicago Bears recruiting Joejuan Williams from the Minnesota Vikings' practice roster. It doesn't seem like a strategic play for inside information. If the signing was closer to the Bears' impending clash against the Vikings in Week 6, it might've been seen as intelligence gathering. But that theory seems stretched now.
The Bears' secondary isn't in great shape. As many are aware, Kyler Gordon is still sidelined. Alongside him, the team might also miss Jaylon Johnson, Eddie Jackson, and Josh Blackwell for the upcoming games. All face potential playtime disruptions due to injuries.
Stevenson's health situation also raises eyebrows. Despite the official injury report mentioning a neck issue followed by an illness, the real cause of his discomfort after a direct hit to the head remains suspect. It's concerning if the Bears aren't transparent about such issues.
Given the injury saga, it was logical for the Bears to seek reinforcements. Enter Joejuan Williams, a 2019 second-round pick by the Patriots. Standing tall at 6'4", this cornerback has participated in 36 games but started only once. His playstyle leans towards a physical approach, preferring man-to-man coverage. It remains to be seen how he fits into the Bears' predominantly zone defense, and if he even gets significant field time.
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28 SEPTEMBRE | 72 ANSWERS The Chicago Bears' latest acquisition raises concerns for the secondary. Are you worried about the Bears' future? | ||
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| No | 14 | 19.4 % |
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