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Chicago Bears’ Week 3 Report Card

By Clyde A. Speller

Sep 25, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) is tackled by Chicago Bears inside linebacker Christian Jones (52) in the first quarter at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 25, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) is tackled by Chicago Bears inside linebacker Christian Jones (52) in the first quarter at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 25, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Chicago Bears head coach John Fox signals from the sidelines in the third quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 25, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Chicago Bears head coach John Fox signals from the sidelines in the third quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports /

It appears that John Fox’s running back-by-committee approach to the game is a thing of the past. Fox and offensive coordinator Dowell Loggains opted not to use draw plays for Langford and Howard to exploit Dallas’ over pursuit in rushing the passer. However, Fox and company did make some good decisions with challenging a spot on a third down in the first quarter, and going for the touchdown on fourth-and-goal in third quarter. Their gutsy onside kick call deserves some recognition as well. But in the end, their unwillingness to run the ball in order to help an offensive line that’s struggling to pass protect still doesn’t sit well.

Grade: D

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