As the Chicago Bears prepare to play out the string, David Haugh of the Chicago Tribune is calling for them to start using some new players to find out what they have. Running back Garrett Wolfe, wideout Mark Bradley and linebacker Jamar Williams are all players that the Bears need to see more of to assess their future with the club. Haugh also points to Kyle Orton as a player in need of some field time. Orton could have some trade value in the offseason. It's not a bad idea but it is looking more and more like Rex Grossman will be back next season. Since that's the case he needs as many reps as possible even at the expense of Orton's marginal trade value.
Sunday's game provided ample evidence that the Bears believe their offensive future is in Grossman's arm. Why else would they pass the ball on nine of 13 plays after taking a 16-7 lead against the Giants on Sunday? Adrian Peterson carried the ball twice with the lead in the fourth quarter, bizarre play calling when you're trying to outlast your opponent but even stranger when you factor in your line's inability to protect Grossman.
It could be that Ron Turner knows that the team won't want to install a new offense if they keep Grossman. What better way to ensure that choice then calling tons of passes to show off Rex's cannon and keep your job in the process.
