Colts' Special Team vs Bears' Special Teams
The
Colts' special teams suffered one major breakdown versus Detroit. And
it almost cost them the game. Punt returner Desmond Howard streaked
down the sidelines n the third quarter with only the end zone in
sight. Or so he thought. At the last possible moment, Hunter Smith
lowered his shoulder and angled Howard out of bounds at the 2 yard
line! Not only did this force the Lions offense to score, but on third
down the defense forced a James Stewart fumble and nullified the
Detroit attack.
While
our kickers continue to dominate the league statistically, a single
breakdown on special teams can often turn the tide of a game. Surprisingly,
return man Terrence Wilkins has yet to break through with any large
gains. Whether this is the result of poor blocking or Terrence not
running north and south, this is an area where the Colts can
definitely improve.
That
being said, the Bears special teams unit is adequate but nothing more.
Veteran P Louie Aguiar has been brought in to replace the injured
Brent Bartholomew. K Paul Edinger has made 9/12 field goals. If the
game is close, the Colts have the personnel
to make big plays.
Advantage: Colts
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Chicago Bears
11/05/2000
when:
1:00
where: Soldier Field
TV: CBS
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