LAKE FOREST, Ill. — One of the first things head coach Matt Eberflus did after the Bears’ 30-12 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday was praise injured quarterback Justin Fields for his help both in-game and during the week. With Fields out with a dislocated right thumb, undrafted rookie Tyson Bagent started and … Read more
CHICAGO — There’s a common thread among successful people regardless of their field: An unshakable self-confidence that stems from an internal belief that their process prepares them to excel in the highest pressure situations. Say what you will about Tyson Bagent. Yes, he’s an undrafted rookie from Division II Shepherd College who made the Bears’ … Read more
Never underestimate the mediocrity of the NFL. Just when you thought the San Francisco 49ers and Philadelphia Eagles would cruise to 6-0 records Sunday, both laid eggs against undermanned teams. The 49ers rolled into Cleveland and took an early 7-0 lead before getting stuck in neutral and falling to backup quarterback P.J. Walker. The Eagles, … Read more