Bears' Focus Shifts to Eliminating Penalties Ahead of Rematch with Detroit
ICARO Media Group
In their quest to improve their performance on the field, the Chicago Bears have identified a crucial aspect to address - pre-snap penalties. Currently tied for the eighth-most penalized team in the NFL, the Bears are determined to eliminate these costly errors moving forward.
During their recent loss to the Detroit Lions, the Bears found themselves flagged numerous times, accumulating a total of six penalties for 69 yards. Among these penalties were false starts and delay of game infractions. This unacceptable level of undisciplined play has become a point of concern for Head Coach Matt Eberflus and his coaching staff.
To rectify this issue, the Bears are implementing a series of focused training exercises and increased emphasis on discipline during practice sessions. Eberflus firmly believes that eliminating pre-snap penalties will significantly enhance their performance on game day.
Linebacker T.J. Edwards expressed his satisfaction with the quick turnaround to face the Detroit Lions just three weeks after their initial matchup. He views this opportunity as a chance for the Bears' defense to seek redemption and showcase their improvement. Edwards highlighted the importance of generating more negative plays against Detroit, building on their recent success against the Minnesota Vikings.
Eberflus, while preparing for the rematch, expressed his contentment with the team's overall health. Following a thorough self-scouting process during their bye week, the Bears are pleased with their current injury status. Eberflus intends to provide further updates on Chicago's injury report on Wednesday.
With their focus now squarely on eliminating pre-snap penalties, the Chicago Bears are determined to rectify their mistakes and emerge victorious in their upcoming rematch against the Detroit Lions. The entire organization, from the coaching staff to the players, is committed to demonstrating marked improvement and delivering a strong performance on the field.