1) Way back on Thursday http://www.bearscheapstores.com/nick-kwiatkoski-jersey-cheap , the Cleveland Browns picked up a win over the New York Jets behind rookie quarterback Baker Mayfieldry, and he completed 17 of 23 passes for 201 yards. More important than the numbers was the way in which Mayfield played. He looked like a young quarterback ready to take over a franchise, and that’s exactly what the Browns will do as they’ve named him their week 4 starter. 2) Another rookie QB getting his first start this weekend is the Arizona Cardinals’ Josh Rosen, but Rosen’s debut wasn’t as sparkly as Mayfield’s. On Sunday against the Chicago Bears, Rosen relieved Sam Bradford and went 4 of 7 for 36 yards and an interception. The Bears blitzed him on the final play of the game and got home for the game sealing sack. 3) Staying with the rookie QB theme, the Buffalo Bills’ Josh Allen helped orchestrate the biggest upset of the last 23 years when they knocked off the Minnesota Vikings (who were favored by 17) by a score of 27-6. Josh Allen also did this...4) I guess I’ll circle back to that Browns vs. Jets game and talk about the other rookie QB that’s been playing. Things sure are different for New York’s Sam Darnold, who was universally praised after his week one performance in Detroit where his passer rating was 116.8. It dropped to 74.6 in a week 2 loss, and down again on Sunday to a 38.2. 5) Did anyone have Adam Gase and the Miami Dolphins at 3-0 and atop the AFC East?6) This has been such a week to week season so far. Did anyone expect a 9 to 6 Tennessee Titans win over the Jacksonville Jaguars, who the week prior smacked around the New England Patriots?7) Did anyone expect the Detroit Lions to take it to the Patriots on Sunday Night Football?News came out over the weekend that the Pats tried to trade Rob Gronkowski to the Lions this offseason, but Gronk wasn’t going to cooperate. “Yeah, it happened,’’ Gronkowski said after their 26-10 loss in Detroit. “Brady’s my quarterback, that’s all. I wasn’t going anywhere without Brady.’’The Patriots are 1-2 and some cracks are starting to show, but with the way this season is going I wouldn’t be surprised if New England dropped 50 on the Dolphins on Sunday.8) The one constant, and the one thing that isn’t surprising to me is the dominance of the Los Angeles Rams. That is a complete football team. 9) Packers linebacker Clay Matthews was flagged again for a roughing the passer penalty, and for a second week in a row I feel dirty for agreeing with him. Here’s Matthews from SI:Matthews did land on Alex Smith, but how else is he supposed to tackle him? He immediately rolled off of Smith, but with his momentum going into the QB there’s no physical way he could have stopped his body from making a “tackle.”10) Fitz magic is real.Ryan Fitzpatrick was on fire through two games this year http://www.bearscheapstores.com/bobby-massie-jersey-cheap , then three first half interceptions against the Steelers made it seem like the magic was fizzling out, but uh-uh! Even though the Buccaneers came up short, Fitzpatrick still went over 400 passing yards while almost leading his team back from a 30-10 halftime deficit. He’s the first player in NFL history to throw for 400 yards in three consecutive games. His offensive line has been solid, his pocket presence has been outstanding, and his group of receivers has been good all year long. This will be a tough match-up for Khalil Mack and the Bears’ defense next week, but if they get to him he’ll chuck it up for grabs. Chicago’s secondary could be in for a big game. WATCH THIS ONE FOLKS!BEAR DOWN, CHICAGO BEARS, BEAR DOWN!!!!BEARRRSSSSStankevitz: Bears film breakdown - How a perfectly called and executed screen led to a 70-yard touchdown for Tarik Cohen | NBC Sports Chicago - How did a simple screen pass turn into a 70-yard touchdown? It starts with every Bears player on the field doing his job correctly.Perez: Bears will face Bills backup Nathan Peterman in Week 9 - Bears Wire - The Chicago Bears will face Buffalo Bills backup QB Nathan Peterman in the teams' Week 9 matchup at Buffalo.Bryce Callahan named to Pro Football Focus’ Week 8 Team of the Week - Bears Wire - Chicago Bears CB Bryce Callahan's stellar performance against the Jets earned him a spot on Pro Football Focus' Week 8 Team of the WeekMayer's Chalk Talk: How did Daniels grade out? - ChicagoBears.com - Senior writer Larry Mayer discusses how James Daniels performed in his first NFL start, the last time the Bears won and all three of their division rivals lost on the same weekend and if a quarterback has ever led the Bears in rushing.Lunch with Larry: 10.30.18 - ChicagoBears.com - Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer talks Mitchell Trubisky, the multitude of offensive weapons, the injury outlook and more during his weekly Q&A with fans.Medina: The Bills Are a Mess Right Now and The Bears Should Be Expected to Win - Bleacher Nation - The Bills are riding the struggle bus and awaiting them at their next stop are the Chicago Bears.Dannehy: Is This Bears Offense Destined For Greatness? They May Be Getting Close Already - Da Bears Blog - Even after a bad start to the season, the Bears are 9th in points scored, 11th in points per drive and 10th in yardage.Bernstein: Active NFL Trade Season All Good Fun - 670 The Score - A sometimes habitually transaction-reluctant league was busy Tuesday.Emma: NFL Trade Deadline Passes Without Deal By Bears - 670 The Score - Two NFC North foes were busy making moves.Emma: Bears Expected To Face Bills 3rd-String QB Nathan Peterman - 670 The Score - Peterman has an abysmal 20.8 quarterback rating this season.Jahns: Bears Kyle Long injury update - Long in walking boot, team has back-up plan - Sun Times - With Kyle Long injured, the Bears will turn to James Daniels, Eric Kush and Bryan Witzmann at guard.Kane: The story behind what Bears linebacker Danny Trevathan called ‘the best surprise I ever had’ - Chicago Tribune - The Bears surprised Danny Trevathan with a visit from his grandmother. "I just know I have to appreciate the days I have with her right now," he said.Real Talk: What Kyle Long's latest injury means for the Bears and his future - Chicago Tribune - Chicago Bears guard Kyle Long was wheeling around Halas Hall on Tuesday morning on a scooter, with his injured right foot elevated and in a boot. As the Bears slow-play their revelation of Long's latest injury Cheap Eddie Jackson Jersey , there are serious questions about his future and how his absence will affect the team.Campbell: 5 observations from rewatching Bears-Jets: Mitch Trubisky's 2nd half, Leonard Floyd's sack drought and a nasty run defense - Chicago Tribune - 5 observations from rewatching the Bears' 24-10 win over the Jets include Mitch Trubisky's second-half surge, Leonard Floyd's sack drought, the Bears terrific run defense, the late re-emergence of Jordan Howard and Bryce Callahan's active day.Rosenthal: Bears receiver Taylor Gabriel tweets support for oft-criticized ESPN 'MNF' analyst Jason Witten - Chicago Tribune - Bears wide receiver Taylor Gabriel tweeted his support for much-criticized rookie ESPN "Monday Night Football" analyst Jason Witten. Among Witten's many critics has been Bears teammate Danny Trevathan, who tweeted a complaint that Witten mispronounced his name on "MNF" earlier this season.NFL Week 8 wrap-up: How can Mitch Trubisky compete with Patrick Mahomes and Deshaun Watson? - Chicago Tribune - How can Bears quarterback Mitch Trubisky compete with draft classmates Patrick Mahomes and Deshaun Watson? There's discord in Green Bay after a costly fumble against the Rams.Meet the Buffalo Bills (with the Rockpile Report Podcast) - Da Bears Brothers Podcast - Da Bears Brothers kick off their Week 9 preview by gaining a firsthand scouting report with everything you need to know about the Buffalo Bills.Letizia: It’s Time to Give Charles Leno Jr. the Recognition He Deserves - Da Bears Brothers Blog - Charles Leno Jr. is a top-five NFL tackle, and it's time that he's seen as one.Ellis: Report - Kyle Long out for 6-8 weeks with foot injury - NBC Sports Chicago - The Bears' O-Line will be missing its leader for the next two months or so.Ellis: What the Golden Tate trade does for the Bears' pursuit of an NFC North title - NBC Sports Chicago - The NFC North landscape shifts a bit.POLISH SAUSAGESeahawks release veteran WR Brandon Marshall - NFL.com - Brandon Marshall’s stint in Seattle is over. The Seahawks announced they’ve parted ways with the veteran WR. Marshall signed a one-year deal with the team this past offseason.NFL Trade Deadline 2018: Vikings stand pat; Lions, Packers make significant deals - Daily Norseman - Including one guy that historically does very well against the VikingsKNOW THY ENEMYBuffalo Bills Nathan Peterman expected to start vs. Chicago Bears in Week 9 following Josh Allen, Derek Anderson injuries - Buffalo Rumblings - After Derek Anderson suffered a concussion Monday night, it looks like Petermania is backFormer Jets, Browns wide receiver Terrelle Pryor signs with Buffalo Bills - Buffalo Rumblings - After a free agent visit, the receiver is staying in BuffaloBuffalo Bills stand pat at trade deadline, holding onto LeSean McCoy, Kelvin Benjamin - Buffalo Rumblings - LeSean McCoy and Kelvin Benjamin stay put.Five observations: opinions on Buffalo Bills loss to New England Patriots opinion - Buffalo Rumblings - The Bills defense is playoff-caliber. The offense is -dumpster-caliber.Buffalo Bills not ruling out Josh Allen missing rest of 2018 season - Buffalo Rumblings - Gulp.NFL trade: Packers ship RB Ty Montgomery to Ravens for 2020 7th-rounder - Acme Packing Company - Green Bay gets a 7th-round pick in 2020 in the deal.Aaron Jones is now the Green Bay Packers lead back - Acme Packing Company - After a worrisome few weeks with Mike McCarthy hemming and hawing over backfield snaps, it’s now clear Jones is the guy.Top 5 moments of Golden Tate’s time with the Detroit Lions - Pride Of Detroit - The Lions just traded away one of their most fun to watch players on the team.Quick thoughts on the Golden Tate trade: The Lions done messed up - Pride Of Detroit - Trying to make sense of the Lions trade.Golden Tate trade: Detroit Lions players react to losing WR to Eagles - Pride Of Detroit - The Lions roster weighed in on the loss of one Detroit’s most prolific players in the franchise’s history.Playoffs? Playoffs?! Who said anything about playoffs? - Daily Norseman - Taking stock of the Vikings playoff chances at the halfway pointNFL trade: Packers send Ha Ha Clinton-Dix to Washington at deadline - Acme Packing Company - Ha Ha is on his way to Washington thanks to a last-minute deal.Tom Brady: Aaron Rodgers inspires me – ProFootballTalk - A promo for Sunday night’s game between the Patriots and Packers features Michael Jordan musing about who is the greatest quarterback ever while hyping a rare matchup between Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers.NFL 2018 Trade Deadline Tracker: Ty Montgomery headed to Baltimore - Acme Packing Company - A veteran wideout is headed to Houston in the first trade of the day.IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRONZeglinski: Chicago Bears Kyle Long out 6-8 weeks with foot injury - Windy City Gridiron - The Bears will unfortunately likely not see the veteran stalwart the rest of the 2018 season.Infante: Bears stay quiet as trade deadline passes - Windy City Gridiron - The 2018 NFL trade deadline has passed, and the Bears did not do anything.Householder's Stock up, Stock down: Chicago Bears New York Jets edition - Windy City Gridiron - Back on the winning side, we’ll highlight three good players and three struggling for the BearsWiltfong's NFL Power Rankings: Bears back in 1st place Cheap Anthony Miller Jersey , but where are they ranked? - Windy City Gridiron - We take our weekly trip around the interwebs to see where "they" rank the Chicago Bears in their Power Rankings.Wiltfong: Ten Thoughts on the NFL and the Bears - Windy City Gridiron - 1) Patrick Mahomes’ special season continues as he went over 300 yards passing for the seventh straight game. 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