Chicago Bears: Five Keys for Navigating Tough Winter Schedule
Published by Andrew Chadwick on November 16, 2010
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Chicago Bears
Coming off two big victories against Buffalo and Minnesota, the Chicago Bears have reclaimed their tentative half-game lead over their rival Green Bay Packers for control of the NFC North.
Although Chicago sits at 6-3 and appears poised for a playoff run, the Bears’ future remains uncertain, as a tough schedule lies ahead for the Monsters of the Midway.
As winter descends on the Windy City, the Bears’ competition will stiffen. Five of Chicago’s next seven games come against playoff contenders: Miami, Philadelphia, New England, the Jets and the Packers. Successfully navigating this treacherous route to the postseason will be challenging.
However, if Chicago can accomplish five essential objectives in this daunting seven-game stretch, the Bears should clinch their first playoff appearance since 2006.
