The Chicago Tribune highlights the Bears' victory.
It was a great start for the Windy City's football team, as their debut on Sunday resulted in a 41-21 victory over the Colts. The Chicago Tribune had extensive coverage of all the NFL action this past weekend and provided extensive coverage on the local team, the Bears. The coverage was both pre- and post- game. Several articles were posted on the newspaper's website which highlighted star players, provided experts' opinion on how the Bears stood before the game, and gave full reviews after the game including what the Bears did good and bad as they look to their next game against the Green Bay Packers on Thursday.
As a preview to the game, Tribune writers gave their predictions, which were only available online through digital membership. One article highlighted how ex-Bears wide receiver Roy Williams has retired and another noted how Brian Ulracher, Chris Conte and punter Adam Podlesh would be present in the lineup after recovering from former injuries.
During the game, David Haugh, Dan Pompei and Vaughn McClure (writers for the Tribune) all gave their input throughout the different quarters of the game. Before and after the victory, the Tribune included photos and videos with key moments of the game, including backstage interviews with some of the players including Jay Cutler and Brandon Marshall, whose teamwork was commended by the Chicago press.
Quarterback Jay Cutler and wide receiver Earl Bennett during the game on Sunday. | Brandon Marshall scores a touchdown for the winning team. |
The coverage continues and as one article exclusively for digital members of the Tribune featured "10 thoughts after Bears' win over Colts," another gave a quick look at the Bears' next rivals: the Green Bay Packers. One fun fact: "The Bears haven't beaten the Packers in four tries, and they haven't won at Lambeau Field since 2007. The Packers have won seven of nine from the Bears." Overall, though somewhat limited and some articles exclusive for digital members, the Chicago Tribune offered plenty of coverage in regards to the Bears' performance before, during and after the game. They keep a watchful eye on their team's every move, on and off the field.