Chicago Bears’ Week 1 Report Card

Sep 11, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) attempts a pass during the first quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 11, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) attempts a pass during the first quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
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Linebackers

Sep 11, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans running back Lamar Miller (26) runs as Chicago Bears outside linebacker Leonard Floyd (94) defends during the first half at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 11, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans running back Lamar Miller (26) runs as Chicago Bears outside linebacker Leonard Floyd (94) defends during the first half at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

Both Danny Trevathan and Jerrell Freeman proved to be worth every penny they received from the Bears this offseason. Trevathan and Freeman flew from sideline to sideline making the majority of Chicago’s tackles. Rookie Leonard Floyd had a couple of solo tackles, and recorded a half sack in his professional debut.

Grade: C

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