Dennis Allen's sidestepping aside from his disastrous defensive performance against the 49ers will be put to the test this Sunday as the Chicago Bears face off against the Detroit Lions, with the playoffs on the line.
The "on to Detroit" tactic, a quirk that has raised eyebrows in Allen's 24 years of experience in the NFL, may be just what his defense needs to get back on track. But can it? The Bears' defensive performance started strong, with linebacker T.J. Edwards picking off a first-quarter pass from quarterback Brock Purdy, but faltered in crunch time.
The Lions, meanwhile, will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing 8-8 season, with quarterback Jared Goff coming off a lackluster performance against the Vikings. The Bears' defense has struggled to contain opposing quarterbacks, allowing an average of 26.4 points per game this season.
The Bears' offense, led by rookie quarterback Caleb Williams, is looking to build on its recent success, having scored 31 points against the 49ers last week. But can they contain Goff and the Lions' offense? The Lions will be without three secondary starters, but still boast a potent running game led by Jahmyr Gibbs.
The Bears are headed into the playoffs with an offense that has shown promise, but a defense that is ranked 22nd in the NFL. Can Allen's crew step up and make the necessary adjustments to get the job done? Or will they fall short once again?
One thing is certain: this Sunday's matchup between the Bears and Lions will be a pivotal test of Allen's defensive strategy. Will he be able to get his team ready for the playoffs, or will it prove to be too little, too late? The clock is ticking, and the stakes are high.
The "on to Detroit" tactic, a quirk that has raised eyebrows in Allen's 24 years of experience in the NFL, may be just what his defense needs to get back on track. But can it? The Bears' defensive performance started strong, with linebacker T.J. Edwards picking off a first-quarter pass from quarterback Brock Purdy, but faltered in crunch time.
The Lions, meanwhile, will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing 8-8 season, with quarterback Jared Goff coming off a lackluster performance against the Vikings. The Bears' defense has struggled to contain opposing quarterbacks, allowing an average of 26.4 points per game this season.
The Bears' offense, led by rookie quarterback Caleb Williams, is looking to build on its recent success, having scored 31 points against the 49ers last week. But can they contain Goff and the Lions' offense? The Lions will be without three secondary starters, but still boast a potent running game led by Jahmyr Gibbs.
The Bears are headed into the playoffs with an offense that has shown promise, but a defense that is ranked 22nd in the NFL. Can Allen's crew step up and make the necessary adjustments to get the job done? Or will they fall short once again?
One thing is certain: this Sunday's matchup between the Bears and Lions will be a pivotal test of Allen's defensive strategy. Will he be able to get his team ready for the playoffs, or will it prove to be too little, too late? The clock is ticking, and the stakes are high.
. I mean, 24 years of experience in the NFL and he's still relying on that quirk? It sounds like a Hail Mary to me 
. The Bears' defense needs to step up their game, plain and simple. They can't keep giving up points to opposing QBs - it's just too much to overcome. And what about Caleb Williams' growth as the rookie QB? Can he lead the team to victory without Allen's defense making things tough for him? 
This game is gonna be a real test of Allen's mettle, and I'm not sure they're ready for the playoffs just yet 
I mean, can't they just simplify their search bar? Now I've got to sift through a million irrelevant threads just to find what I actually want to read about football 
. And don't even get me started on the formatting - it's always some crazy font or layout that makes my eyes water 
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. The Lions' offense is looking potent, and if Caleb Williams can keep up, it could be a long day for Allen's defense 
. Can't wait to see how this one plays out... or at least that's what I'd like to watch, but first I need to wade through all the clutter on this site 
24 years of experience and Dennis Allen still gonna try that "on to Detroit" tactic lol what's next he'll be telling us to run with it 
. gotta root for the underdog tho, Lions have a legit shot at beating them 
I think the "on to Detroit" tactic might actually work for the Bears this time! Dennis Allen's defense has been a bit of a disaster lately 
, but maybe this fresh start in the Motor City will be just what they need to get back on track. The Lions are looking to bounce back from an 8-8 season too, so this could be a big game for both teams. Caleb Williams' offense is getting more confident by the week 
, and if they can contain Goff's passing game, I think they've got a good shot at winning. Of course, it all depends on how well Allen's defense can adjust to their new strategy... 
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. This is where experience matters, and the Bears are sorely lacking in that department. The Lions may be an 8-8 team, but at least they know what it takes to win a game when it counts. Meanwhile, Allen's crew is still trying to figure out how to stop the opposing QB 
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And what if this is all part of some bigger scheme to get an edge in the playoffs? 
I know it sounds crazy, but just imagine it...
. The Bears need a win, like, bad 
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gotta see if he can keep that momentum going on sunday. caleb williams is looking good under center, but can the o-line protect him against jahmyr gibs' powerful running? this game has all the makings of a wild card thriller 
- its gonna be a war between the bears' defense & lions' offense 
Dennis Allen's got a rep for being all about the "on to Detroit" vibe, but can he really make that work? I think it's gonna be a wild ride, especially since the Lions are coming off an 8-8 season and they're low on secondary players. Caleb Williams' offense is looking fire though, so if they can contain Goff, they might just take this one!