Despite not having Khalil Mack or Allen Robinson on the field Bobby Massie Jerseys 2019 , the Chicago Bears left Soldier Field with their third win at home on the year.the Bears held a lead for all but nine minutes and 36 seconds of the game and finished the game with a 24-10 victory. Now at 4-3 on the year, they are in a favorable situation heading into their Week 9 matchup against the Buffalo Bills. These are my notes from Sunday’s action.OffenseThe Windy City lived up to its name yesterday, with winds reaching roughly 20 miles per hour throughout the game. Needless to say, it did have some effect on Mitchell Trubisky’s accuracy.Trubisky completed just 55.2 percent of his passes this week, his second-lowest percentage of the year. He struggled with ball placement on a handful of throws throughout the first half, and his continuous decision making issues showed up in flashes. This was far from his best game, but he didn’t make any truly terrible decisions. His pocket presence was overall solid, as he did a good job of not panicking under pressure and knowing when to scramble. His production on the ground continued, as well, as he added 51 yards on six carries to his 220 passing yards. Trubisky threw two touchdown passes, giving him 13 touchdowns in the past four games, a total that ties Sid Luckman in 1947 for the most by a Bears quarterback in a four-game span. While the second-year signal-caller hasn’t been perfect by any means, he has shown improvement from the beginning of the year and didn’t play terribly in unfavorable conditions.Jordan Howard put together one of his best performances of the year, tallying 81 yards and a touchdown on carries, marking his second game with 80 or more rushing yards on the season. Although 53 of those yards came in the fourth quarter, his playmaking helped the Bears seal the deal late in the game. His ball-carrier vision and explosiveness were both missing for most of the game, as has been the case throughout the year. However, he flashed a lot of promise late in the game. At this point, it seems unlikely that he will retain his former glory this season, but he can still carry out his niche as a heavy-hitting back who can do damage on opposing defenses and tire them out.Tarik Cohen also had a good game. He finished up with 40 rushing yards on five carries, as well as catching one pass for a 70-yard touchdown. The dynamic tail back had nothing but daylight ahead of him on the screen, as the Jets rushed seven on the blitz and had no defenders in coverage at the second level. It was a great play call on Matt Nagy’s part to give one of the most explosive backs in the league acres of green grass to outrun New York’s secondary.The Bears didn’t have Allen Robinson, but they still managed to put together a solid game through the air. Taylor Gabriel and Josh Bellamy - yes, that Josh Bellamy - led the team with four receptions each, while Anthony Miller and Trey Burton each snagged in three balls, with the former scoring his third touchdown of the year on a corner route in tight coverage. Kevin White even got in on the action with one catch, as well as another catch that got called back due to a penalty. Chicago did a good job of involving several weapons in their offense despite poor throwing conditions, which proves that their spread offense concepts are working well.The Bears gave up some pressure off the edge, and their run blocking was not all that impressive for a good chunk of the game. James Daniels, in his first game in the starting lineup, had a good game, though, as he executed his assignments well and made his fair share of good blocks. With the unfortunate injury to Kyle Long, Daniels’ spot in the starting rotation is likely secure barring an injury.DefenseChicago missed Khalil Mack, as they only managed to sack Sam Darnold once all game. Pressure off the edge was lacking, with neither Aaron Lynch nor Leonard Floyd stepping up in the All-Pro’s absence. Darnold’s poor completion percentage - just 48.3 percent on the day - serving mostly as a result of the performance Bears’ secondary and the rookie’s own mistakes.Save for a poorly-timed interception attempt, Kyle Fuller had a solid game. He managed to keep up with New York’s depleted group of receivers step for step, as did Prince Amukamara. Bryce Callahan also had a fantastic game, breaking up three passes and notching the Bears’ lone sack. He should be a priority for them to bring back this offseason. Adrian Amos was quiet, though, as was Eddie Jackson, save for an unnecessary roughness penalty that helped the Jets score their only touchdown of the game.The Bears shut down the Jets’ ground game, only allowing 57 yards all game. Isaiah Crowell and Trenton Cannon both averaged less than two yards per carry, with Sam Darnold being their own player to pick up a gain of more than eight rushing yards on a single play all game. Akiem Hicks and Bilal Nichols both had three tackles, while Eddie Goldman had four. All three did a good job of eating up gaps and swallowing the Jets’ running backs whole. Danny Trevathan led the team with seven total tackles as he continued his resurgence, and Roquan Smith picked up five tackles of his own. The Bears entered the game as the third-best defense against the run, and they backed up the numbers with their outing this week.Three and out3. Edge rusher may be a bigger need for the Bears than previously thought. Save for Khalil Mack - obviously - they don’t have any reliable pass rushers at the outside linebacker position. Aaron Lynch has been decent, but he’s a rotational piece at best. Leonard Floyd has done next to nothing as a pass rusher this year, Isaiah Irving didn’t have a single snap on defense before this week White Akiem Hicks Jerseys , and Kylie Fitts hasn’t played a down this season. Chicago won’t have a high draft pick or an excess of salary cap to spend on another starter, but here are a few collegiate pass rushers that could be available in Round 3 or later in next April’s draft:Sutton Smith, Northern IllinoisChase Winovich, MichiganAustin Bryant, ClemsonCarl Granderson, Wyoming2. The Bears may be better off resting Robinson and Mack next week, too. With Derek Anderson at the helm and several holes on the roster, Buffalo doesn’t project as much of a threat to Chicago, even with the game taking place at New Era Field. Mack’s long-term health in particular is far more important than having him play in a game that shouldn’t be much of a tough one, as the Bears need both him and Robinson at full health for when they play five of their six divisional games late in the year.1. Bears players dressed up as their favorite legends in the franchise’s history before the game, showing up to the field in throwback jerseys. Mitchell Trubisky showed up in a top-notch Mike Ditka costume, and Matt Nagy showed up to his postgame presser in a George Halas jersey. The best jersey choices, though, have to go to Pat O’Donnell and Patrick Scales, who chose Brad Maynard and Patrick Mannelly, respectively. Much love for two legend who helped represent the pinnacle of Bears special teams play. Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner is out against the New England Patriots.The sixth-leading rusher in the NFL is inactive for a second straight game with a sprained left ankle.Rookie Jaylen Samuels and former Patriot Stevan Ridley will split carries against New England. Wide receiver Eli Rogers will make his 2018 debut for Pittsburgh. Rogers hasn't played since tearing the ACL in his right knee in a playoff loss to Jacksonville.In the only other late-afternoon kickoff, the San Francisco 49ers will have starting running back Matt Breida and receiver Marquise Goodwin available against Seattle.Breida was listed as questionable with an ankle injury and Goodwin was questionable with a calf injury but both are active.The Seahawks will be without guard D.J. Fluker, who was doubtful with a hamstring injury but receiver Doug Baldwin will play despite being listed as questionable with a hip injury.Here's the full list of inactives for the Week 15 games:SEATTLE-SAN FRANCISCOSeahawks: S Maurice Alexander (concussion), RB Rashaad Penny (knee), LB K.J. Wright (knee), G D.J. Fluker (hamstring), C Joey Hunt, CB Kalan Reed, DT Nazair Jones.49ers: S Jaquiski Tartt (shoulder), CB K'Waun Williams (knee), RB Alfred Morris, S Tyree Robinson, OL Erik Magnuson, OL Shon Coleman, DL Sheldon Day.NEW ENGLAND-PITTSBURGHPatriots: DB Obi Melifonwu, DB Duke Dawson Jr., TE Jacob Hollister, DL Keionta Davis, OL James Ferentz, DL Danny Shelton, DE Derek Rivers.Steelers: QB Mason Rudolph, S Marcus Allen, CB Brian Allen, RB James Conner, T Zach Banner, OLB Ola Adeniyi, DE L.T. Walton.TENNESSEE-NEW YORK GIANTSTitans: OLB Brian Orakpo, RB David Fluellen, TE Cole Wick, G Aaron Stinnie, OL Austin Pasztor, DE Matt Dickerson, RB Jeremy McNichols.Giants: QB Kyle Lauletta, WR Odell Beckham Jr., DB Tony Lippett Akiem Hicks Jerseys 2019 , S Kamrin Moore, C Evan Brown, TE Garrett Dickerson and DT John Jenkins.GREEN BAY-CHICAGOPackers: QB Tim Boyle, CB Natrell Jamerson, G Nico Siragusa, T Bryan Bulaga, G/T Adam Pankey, LB Kendall Donnerson, DL Kenny Clark.Bears: QB Tyler Bray, WR Kevin White, FB Michael Burton, LB Kylie Fitts, OL Rashaad Coward, WR Javon Wims, DT Nick Williams.DETROIT-BUFFALOLions: RB Kerryon Johnson (knee), WR Bruce Ellington (hamstring), DE Da'Shawn Hand (knee), OT Rick Wagner (concussion), S Charles Washington (hamstring), CB Marcus Cooper (back), FB Nick Bellore (ankle).Bills: RBs LeSean McCoy (left hamstring) and Chris Ivory (left shoulder), S Dean Marlow, CB Ryan Lewis (concussion), OL Vladimir Ducasse, TE Logan Thomas (hamstring), QB Derek Anderson.TAMPA BAY-BALTIMOREBuccaneers: S Justin Evans (toe), WR DeSean Jackson (thumb), QB Ryan Griffin, CB David Rivers, LB Adarius Taylor, DT Rakeem Nunez-Roches, TE Tanner Hudson.Ravens: OL Alex Lewis (shoulder), QB Robert Griffin III, WR Jordan Lasley, LB Tim Williams, RB Ty Montgomery, FB/DL Patrick Ricard, OL Zach Sieler.ARIZONA-ATLANTACardinals: WR Chad Williams, CB Quinten Rollins, CB Dontae Johnson, LB Jonathan Anderson, DE Vontarrius Dora, LT Zack Golditch, TE Darrell Daniels.Falcons: K Giorgio Tavecchio, FB Ricky Ortiz, CB Blidi Wreh-Wilson, S Ryan Neal, RT Matt Gono, DT Justin Zimmer, DT Terrell McClain.OAKLAND-CINCINNATIRaiders: DE Kony Ealy White Danny Trevathan Jerseys , G Gabe Jackson, WR Keon Hatcher, CB Montrel Meander, OT Justin Murray, OL Kelechi Osemele, LB Kyle Wilber.Bengals: CB KeiVarae Russell, CB Davontae Harris, LB Vontaze Burfict, OT Cedric Ogbuehi, WR Josh Malone, TE Jordan Franks, DE Kasim Edebali.DALLAS-INDIANAPOLISCowboys: QB Mike White, WR Tavon Austin, LB Chris Covington, G Zack Martin, TE Geoff Swaim, DT David Irving, DE Taco Charlton.Colts: C Josh Andrews, WR Daurice Fountain, G Mark Glowinski, S Mike Mitchell, LB Skai Moore, DT Hassan Ridgeway, RB Jonathan Williams.MIAMI-MINNESOTADolphins: QB David Fales, CB Xavien Howard, C/G Hroniss Grasu, G Isaac Asiata, T Zach Sterup, DE Jonathan Woodard, WR Isaiah Ford.Vikings: QB Kyle Sloter, WR Chad Beebe, RB Mike Boone, LB Devante Downs, C Brett Jones, DE Tashawn Bower.WASHINGTON-JACKSONVILLERedskins: QB Colt McCoy, RB Samaje Perine, CB Greg Stroman, LB Ryan Anderson, OL Kyle Fuller, OL Tony Bergstrom, TE Jordan Reed.Jaguars: WR DJ Chark, RT Jermey Parnell, PK Josh Lambo, LB Martrell Spaight, RB Carlos Hyde, CB Tyler Patmon, DT Eli Ankou.