Lions vs. Bears: Giving the Edge at Each Critical Matchup
Published by Bob Warja on November 10, 2011
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Chicago Bears
The Chicago Bears play the Detroit Lions on Sunday in what is an important divisional matchup with potential playoff implications. But haven’t we been saying every game is important for the Bears?
Well, that’s because the team started slowly and has had to win three consecutive games to lift its record to 5-3. Still, that is only good for third best in the NFC North.
The Lions stand at 6-2 and are coming off of a bye week.
With the Packers undefeated, we could be looking at the possibility of all three NFC playoff teams coming from the same division for the first time.
As far as injuries are concerned, the Bears will still be without rookie right tackle Gabe Carimi, but that shouldn’t be a problem with Lance Louis playing well there.
The Lions, however, will likely be without the services of running back Jahvid Best, who is recovering form another concussion.
If you recall, Best ran for 163 yards on just 12 carries in the Lions 24-13 victory in Week 5.
Meanwhile, for the Bears to gain revenge, they have to be able to win the individual battles. Let’s see how they match up.
