Bears Show They Can Finish With Eagle Win

Late in the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles, the Chicago Bears looked like they could be in the same boat as the last two weeks, where they lost in the final minutes.  With only minutes to go, the Bears were up 24-20, but the Eagles had driven down the field and were now only a yard short of the goal line on second down.  The Bears had no problems finishing this time, keeping the Eagles out of the end zone three times when it mattered the most, and the game ended with the same 24-20 score.

Although the Bears defense lived up to their reputation as a unit to be feared, the offense also came together for the win.  Although quarterback Kyle Orton had two interceptions, he also was 18 for 34 with 199 yards and three touchdowns.  The best part about his touchdowns is that he didn’t connect with one receiver twice in the end zone, handing Greg Olsen, Devin Hester and Marty Booker each a touchdown pass.  The last dive after the defensive stand, the Bears needed to get out of harm’s way, which was accomplished by rookie running back Matt Forte.  Forte had 43 yards rushing and 42 yards receiving.  Get your Chicago Bears tickets at StubHub.com.

Posted in General on September 29, 2008

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