By: Jordan Sharp
The NFL Odds are favoring the Bears in this one at -3. Manning will likely only play one series, as the Broncos are going to take no chances. However, they will want to see him make a few live throws this preseason. Even though he probably won’t play much more than four to six throws, those are going to be the most watched four to six throws in the preseason.
NFL fans will get their first look at Peyton Manning, as the veteran takes the field with the Denver Broncos for the first time. Facing them in this preseason battle will be the Chicago Bears. Can NFL bettors find any value in this matchup?
Are you sick of hearing about Chick Fil-A? Let’s talk some football! The NFL preseason kicks off this weekend, and steadily throughout the next month, NFL teams will be trying to set their final rosters. This game has some special appeal to it, as it is Peyton Manning’s return to the field. What better way to get broken in back to the NFL game then to face one of the NFL’s best defenses?
The NFL Odds are favoring the Bears in this one at -3. Manning will likely only play one series, as the Broncos are going to take no chances. However, they will want to see him make a few live throws this preseason. Even though he probably won’t play much more than four to six throws, those are going to be the most watched four to six throws in the preseason.
Return of a legend
Manning has looked good in Bronco’s training camp, and I’m sure he will be ready to start the season. The 36 year-old Manning does have some tread left on the tires, and I’m sure he is as anxious to get back on the field, as we are to see him out there.
Manning is coming into a good situation. He has one of the leagues best rushing attacks, along with offensive lines. He has some good and young receivers, and a good coach. He has installed the no huddle offense in Denver, which will make other AFC teams silly. If you just tune in for a few minutes to this game, make sure it’s while Manning and the Bear’s first team defense is on the field.
From Koala to Kodiak
The Bears were playing very well last season until the wheels fell off. Jay Cutler went down and then soon after, Matt Forte fell. The Bears went from a playoff team to a borderline bad team. This season, Cutler is healthy, Forte is finally signed and healthy, and the Bears have added more talent than almost any other team in the league.
With a new arsenal ready, Chicago is going to try and compete with the Packers for the NFC North. While I don’t think they will win the division, I think they will be closer than a lot of people think. I understand people’s reservations about the Bears, but if Jay Cutler can stay healthy and focused, this team can go a very long way.
The Sharp Pick
The Bears will be looking for revenge against the Broncos in this game as well. Denver and Tim Tebow ultimately ended what little hope the Bears had to make the playoffs last season. Even though Marion Barber was to blame A LOT for that as well, Denver put the nail in the coffin.
Now resurrected from the dead, the Bears are a scary zombie, just waiting for the taste of blood. If you recall, Manning is the one that beat the Bears in the Super Bowl a few seasons ago. This game has revenge written all over it for Chicago, even if it is a preseason game.
With all that being said, I have to add the Bears to my NFL picks here. I wouldn’t be surprised if Manning didn’t throw at all in this one. He might come in, hand the ball of a few times, and get pulled. Lay the points.
My Pick: Bears -3 ---
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