The Bears believe their club’s leadership stability will keep them in good shape after the NFL’s lockout. How could it affect some of their 2011 opponents?
Falcons:
Rookie seasons are difficult for wide receivers, but the Falcons have a terrific one they want to get up to speed in Julio Jones.
Packers:
They are no longer worrying about being rested up after their Super Bowl run.
Panthers:
How quickly can new coach Ron Rivera get new quarterback Cam Newton on the field?
Lions:
Finally healthy, quarterback Matthew Stafford needs to work with some new offensive weapons.
Vikings:
They figure to acquire a veteran quarterback, but first-year coach Leslie Frazier doesn’t know who it will be?
Eagles:
Andy Reid did the unconventional when he moved offensive line coach Juan Castillo to the defensive coordinator position.
Raiders:
Change is a constant in Oakland and Hue Jackson takes over with an eye toward taking the next step with quarterback Jason Campbell.
Broncos:
John Fox takes over under new President John Elway and it sounds like Tim Tebow will be taking over at quarterback.
