Chicago BEARS 35

Green Bay PACKERS 7 F.

Frozen Tundra, huh Packer fans? I think the Packers found out what Frozen Tundra really is. I am not here to brag, simply to review the game between this great rivalry game.

The Packers have currently lost three games. Two of those three losses were to DA BEARS. Sweep. The Bears looked like the Bears of last year. They handled the cold really well (and the Packers didn't), the defense played well, the offense did a little something, anf special teams did well, except Devin Hester.

Hester didn't have a great game because they didn't get the ball right to him at all.

Favre had two interceptions, no touchdowns, and in the neighborhood of 115 yrds. Sorry to anyone that had him in fantasy now that it's playoff season.

Other than Hester, the special teams did well. Two blocked punts, and a little luck from the Packers punter.

Some say: "Useless win." It mattered. This is a good win for this team. Lovie Smith said before the game, "We are thinking of these last two games as the begining of a new season. Well, the Bears are 1-0 going into this season. There is another reason that this game means something. History says the Bears future looks good.

Remember last year when the Packers beat the Bears and came back the next year and are having the season they're having? History says the Bears could do it, too.

The Bears lost the Super Bowl last year, and most teams that lose the SB have a bad year, and then come back. History has it.

Orton looks like the best QB on the team, but I still like Rex. How about Orton starting, Rex 2nd string, Greise 3rd string, but that's if the Bears don't make any offseason moves.

So, the Bears could do it. The Bears still need a lot more additions in the offseason, so let's not think that their set next year, but it feels good to sweep the Packers.

                                                                      Lovie Smith 2 years ago, sporting the same goal today.

To me, the Chicago Bears and the Green Bay Packers rivalry is the best in all of sports. No matter what the teams records are, both come out to play, and play hard. The intensity between the fans has been going on for over 80 years now, and is still very alive today. This post is NOT a tribute, but an explanation of the best rivalry in sports today, the Chicago Bears and the Green Bay Packers.

Pride: Pride is what holds this rivalry together. Throughout history, it's been pride in your state. Illinois vs. Wisconsin. The people of these states have not been too friendly with eachother, making this a great rivalry. Especially in the 70s and 80s, when slogans, songs, t-shirts, and other things were made about those of the other state/team.

Tradition: Of course there is tradition in this rivalry. It goes back to when the teams became teams. George Halas, great former founder, owner, president, GM, manager, and player of the Bears, was coaching the Bears, recently moved from a small town in southern Illinois, where they were the Decatur Staleys. Vince Lombardi, great former Packers coach, was coaching GB. After each game is played, it is custom that the coaches shake hands, even today. The two went to shake hands, but they wouldn't shake eachother. They avoided eachother.

Excitement: There has been much excitement in this rivalry. Like when everybody was leaving Lambeau Field because the Packers were about to kick a  short field goal to win the game. The kicker misses it! It is said that Walter Payton's ghost blocked the field goal, because it was right after his passing. What about when the Bears won the game, but the referees reveiwed the play and the Packers got the win? There are many more exciting moments, and many more to come.

Talent: There is much talent in the history of this rivalry, and I don't have time to explain all of them. Two of the most noteable are Walter Payton and Brett Favre. Walter "Sweetness" Payton led the Bears to the Super Bowl in 1985 and was one of the best RBs to ever run this earth. Brett Favre has all the records you could imagine when it comes to a QB (including INTs). He can throw all over the field. He has records at Soldier Field over the Bears QBs, and he only plays there once a year! Other noteable names are George Halas (chi), Vince Lombardi (gb), Curly Lambeau (gb), Bart Starr (gb), Mike Ditka (chi), Mike Singletary (chi), Red Grange (chi), Devin Hester (chi), Mike Holmgren (gb), Jim McMahon (chi), Reggie White (gb), Gale Sayers (chi), Dick Butkus (chi), and many more.

Take a look at the current (as of December 23, 2007) poll on the FOX Sports home page. It says "Which game are you most excited for this weekend?" 1st place- Pats vs. Phins (28%) 2nd place- Pack vs. Bears (27%). Of course, everyone wants to watch the Pats play for a perfect season, but a meaningless game, Pack-Bears, get 2nd by 1%, you know it's something special. The players, the states, and the rest of the USA is excited for this, meaningless game, because it's for pride.

So this is why I think that the Packers and the Bears hold the greatest rivalry in all of sports.

The team that's out of it seems to come out on top often, and we'll see what happens.

Good day America, and GO BEARS!!!

The news is in. Chicago Bears @ Minnesota Vikings. A rivalry game on Monday night football, the Bears are playing for pride on national television.

It was announced that KYLE ORTON is to start for the Bears in this game. Bear fans have been waiting for this. I think it's a good move. I still think that REX GROSSMAN is the best QB for this team, and was improving.

However, he went out of Thrursday's game with an injury. The dilema began. GRIESE VS. ORTON. It's time for a new face on the field. Griese was more than dissapointing in a failed comeback last week, and the Bears had a chance if GROSSMAN wouldn't have gotten injured.

Kyle Orton is that new face. He led the team to the playoffs in 2005 taking over for Rex Grossman, and was a good QB with help from the "D".

The Bears are out of it, but I'm actually excited to see Orton start. Monday night in the Metrodome, which isn't as tough as it used to be. Hopefully Devin Hester can run one back, too.

"Devin Hester, you are RIDICULOUS!!!"

Vote:Illinois vs. USC; Rose Bowl; Who wins?

Illinois upset Ohio State. Can they upset USC? Yes. We know USC gets the Rose Bowl because they get a little favoritism.

The Illini get it without that. They are actually looked down upon. The Big Ten is never looked highly upon. The Illini came out of nowhere. The last time they were in the Rose Bowl was 1984. Their basketball team thrives above their football team. FB at Illinois hasn't been what it was once.

The Illini want to do it. USC does it every year, so it isn't sepcial. Illinois hasn't gone to a bowl since 2001. They thought they should've gotten the Rose Bowl that year, so momentum is key.

Do you think Illinois can do it? Vote in a comment. Voting is tallied December 20th. Vote now.

Vote:Illinois vs. USC; Rose Bowl; Who wins?

RESULTS:

Total Votes: 11

Illinois-37%

USC-67%

(Percents are rounded)

THANK YOU!!! CONTINUE TO RESPOND, BUT VOTING IS CLOSED!!!

It's done. It's done. The Bears were in big trouble. Out of it for sure. Watching the Packers win, win, and win. Watching the Vikings get back into it. When....The Bears are still in it?

Chicago is restored with faith. The Bears could do it. There was a good chance. The win against Denver is a momentum game. People in Chicago- Illinois in general-are faithful. Rex is doing better. The recievers are doing better. The O-Line is doing better. The defense is doing better (kind of). It is all coming together.

The Bears lose to the Giants. Are they out of it? Maybe not. Many other teams lot, too. They could still do it. Beat the Redskins, and you restore faith.

Washington 24

BEARS 16

FINAL

Rex is hurt. He was doing so good and he's hurt. His rough career coninues. He was injured the first years of his career. Comes back, "leads" the team to the Super Bowl. Loses it for them. Next year gets hit by critics. Gets benched. Comes back. Does better. Gets injured.

A huge sigh goes through the house of all Bears fans. No playoffs. Frusteration is flying. Expectations were not met. Is this franchise downfalling? Will the Bears go into hibernation? Is it just the curse of the Super Bowl loser?

Bears fans don't want that. Football is big in Chicago. Some live for it. Some just enjoy it. But in Illinois it's big. The Bears need to step it up next year.

Wait 'till next year.

The saddest of possible words.