1. Remain calm
Just because the Bears manhandled the favorites to win the NFC title doesn’t mean THE BEARS ARE GOING TO THE SUPER BOWL! So don’t jump to any conclusions that THE BEARS ARE GOING TO THE SUPER BOWL!
2. Dare you
Go ahead and think the Bears defense on Sunday looked like the ’85 Bears. Just don’t say it. Not unless you want to lose the respect of your peers.
3. As for me
The Bears defense on Sunday looked like the ’85 Bears. I have no peers.
4. Growing pains
Love you, Kyle, you know I do, but please shave that thing on your face. I’ll even lend you my Steve McMichael brand straight razor.
5. 2-9 is one thing
Now comes the hard part for Ron Zook. Staying in Champaign all winter.
6. Terrell Owens 101
Terrell Owens leaves San Francisco, they fall apart. Now he’s told to leave Philadelphia, and they fall apart. My conclusion: T.O. should play in Green Bay.
7. Go to bed
If you’re staying up late to watch the Bulls on the West Coast, let me be the first to say you either need professional help or TiVo.
8. Small potatoes
The Cubs sign Scott Eyre, which means all they need now is a leadoff man, right-fielder and a starting pitcher.
9. Not to mention
It also wouldn’t hurt if Albert Pujols and Roy Oswalt visit an FBI shooting range with Olin Kreutz.
FIVE MORE …
… things Carolina QB Jake Delhomme said to his offensive line Sunday:
“Would somebody please remind me what my name is?”
“Be a dear and block someone next time. Just for kicks.”
“Do any of you guys want to try QB? I’m really pooped.”
“For the last time, I’m sorry I slept with your wives.”
“You guys stink.”
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