Bears Blitz

Published by Ryan Lester on June 6, 2010
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Chicago Bears

The Bears are a complete mess. Their leader on defense is having it out with the team’s legends (Not surprising given the name of this site, but I support the legends).

As far as their fantasy outlook, they are perhaps the most volatile bunch in the league. Cutler and Forte could emerge or they could disappear into the fantasy wasteland.

Fantasy Playoffs Schedule:  Extremely Difficult
First up in Week 14 is the New England Patriots. They are playing at home so weather could be a factor. Next up is the Minnesota Vikings on the road. They won’t have to deal with the elements, but they will be facing back-to-back Super Bowl contenders.

The road doesn’t get any smoother in the fantasy championship game as they return home to face the Jets.

Five Star Fantasy Options
None

Four Star Fantasy Options
Jay Cutler — I know he’s not loved around the league or by fantasy owners, especially after he threw 26 interceptions last year, but he is a talented Quarterback. Mike Martz was brought in to improve the offense, and I think Cutler will be the main benefactor.

Greg Olsen — I know Tight Ends don’t excel in Martz’s offense, but when has he had a TE of Olsen’s caliber? He had Vernon Davis, but that was before he emerged. Olsen followed a 54 catch, 574 yard, 5 TD sophomore season with 60 catches for 612 yards and 8 TDs. He remains the Bears’ best option in the passing game, and he will be utilized.

Three Star Fantasy Options
Matt Forte — Forte was one of the major disappointments last year, but I think Chester Taylor’s presence will help. Taylor is a crafty veteran who will help show Forte the ropes. He will also take away some of the pressure on Forte making him a more effective runner.

Two Star Fantasy Options
Chester Taylor — Assuming Forte holds onto the starting gig, Taylor only makes for a decent backup RB or flex option. He can do it all. Run, catch, block. His work ethic could win him the starting job at some point, which kind of makes him a 2.5 star guy.

Devin Aromashodu, Earl Bennett, Devin Hester, Johnny Knox — The Bears have four capable receivers. Unfortunately there isn’t much separating them. Hester had the most catches and yards. Knox had the most TDs. Aromashodu had an explosive finish. Bennett was #2 in catches and yards. Hester is probably the safest bet. Aromashodu has the most upside. While all four should be owned in most deep leagues, I wouldn’t want any of them as anything more than a 4th or 5th WR.

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