Chicago Bears fans are anxiously awaiting that game. Everybody knows the one. The coveted Mitch Trubisky breakout game. In other words a performance that for the first time showcases the talent that might make him the first franchise quarterback Chicago has had in decades. The problem is to this point the Bears haven’t really torn the plastic off their new toy.
He’s been largely relegated to first gear, throwing 48 total passes in three games. Under normal circumstances people would heavily criticize that. Naturally the Bears are never surrounded by anything normal. They’re 2-1 despite such a limited passing game and a lack of weapon has made the approach a necessity. That and the bevy of good defenses they’ve had to play. Minnesota, Baltimore and Carolina are all top 12 against the pass.
New Orleans represents the first unit ranked 20th or lower. They rank 21st. Of course this is on the road and the Saints have played well of late. Will it be more growing pains for the 23-year old quarterback? Not according to a former star cornerback-turned-analyst.
Ike Taylor declares Mitch Trubisky breakout arrives in Superdome
Two-time Super Bowl champion cornerback Ike Taylor has seen his fair share of quarterbacks across his career. The NFL.com analyst hasn’t been shy in his liking of Trubisky. He sees big things ahead for the Bears quarterback and like everybody else is awaiting that first boost. In fact he predicted in comes in New Orleans today
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“One of these days, I’m going to hit on this prediction of Mitchell Trubisky, who’s shown promise since getting his first start Week 5. The Bears rookie QB throws for more than 300 yards and has three TDs vs. the Saints.”
That would be a considerable performance for Trubisky and a huge confidence boost. Of course the question must be asked of whether that will be enough to win. Sure it sounds crazy but remember this is Drew Brees. Few rack up points in his home building like he does. Eli Manning threw six touchdowns in a game down there once, without an interception, and still lost 52-49.
It’s worth noting this will be the first football game that Trubisky has ever started in a dome. So there are a lot of unknowns about what to expect.
