Gage vs. Terrell

Chicago Bears

Gage came on strong as a rookie last season, and has the team excited about his play. He had a 100-yard game against Arizona in late November on four catches. He doesn't run as well as those numbers suggest, but he found a way to make plays down the field. In the new offense under coach Lovie Smith, Gage should be even more effective. David Terrell has been a major disappointment after being a first-round pick in 2001. He had his best season in 2002, catching 43 passes, but he averaged only 8.4 per catch. That's not what the Bears hoped he'd bring. Maybe the change of offense will help him, and he's been committed this offseason to being a better player. He has the tools, but if he doesn't do it this year, the word flop will go next to his name.

Edge: Terrell. He's been around longer, even if both players are learning a new system.

Opening-day starter: Terrell. You'll be surprised how different he looks.

posted by Anonymous @ 7:29 AM

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