Mitch Trubisky is a Top-10 MVP Candidate and Other Bullets

I’m just trying to blaze through Bullets because there is so much to get to today.

FINALLY, some respect for Chicago Bears quarterback Mitch Trubisky:

https://twitter.com/espn/status/1167442411393622016

ESPN’s panel of NFL experts came up with 10 candidates who they think will win the league’s most valuable player award, and Trubisky is among a talented crop of quarterbacks who the insiders see as vying for the award. Any time you’re on a list with Patrick Mahomes, Drew Brees, Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, and Russell Wilson, you’re in good company.

But still … it’s a bit of a surprise to see Trubisky here. Trubisky hasn’t checked in among the top-10 of any preseason quarterback power rankings entering the season, with PFF’s preseason rankings painting a portrait of a sub-par signal caller who is a product of the system. The traditional metrics suggest Trubisky is better than that, and perhaps ESPN’s experts are seeing what PFF’s numbers can’t (because, you know, numbers don’t have eyes).

Gil Brandt, a Hall of Fame NFL executive who knows a thing or two about talent evaluation, seems to see a bright future ahead for Trubisky:

he was very inexperienced coming into the NFL but he's in good hands with Nagy and is improving. The rookie Montgomery will aid in in his progression this year. https://t.co/ISEyVz5uxk

— Gil Brandt (@Gil_Brandt) August 30, 2019

An aside: Having your Hall of Fame bust as your profile pic/avatar on social media is a real power move. I respect the heck out of that.

If anyone needs me, I’ll be holding my Trubisky NFL MVP ticket (35/1) tightly from now until the award ceremony.

Tarik Cohen is a real one:

https://www.instagram.com/p/B10DGlXF1fm/

Spooky SZN is coming:

https://twitter.com/TarikCohen/status/1167574792112877568

You can add not taking Cohen to my list of fantasy football draft regrets. Don’t worry, I fully expect that list to be extra long by the time this season is over.

FRISBEE DOGS:

Fancy vacuums, bags, and more are your Deals of the Day at Amazon today.

BIG TRADE:

Scoopage: SEA & HOU have agreed to trade parameters re: Jadeveon Clowney contingent upon Clowney & other players involved passing physicals. Still lot of moving parts but believed Clowney, who rejected going to Miami at first, is headed for his physical with Hawks. @NFLONFOX

— Jay Glazer (@JayGlazer) August 31, 2019

Jadeveon Clowney is a monster and the Seahawks have upgraded their pass-rush by adding him and Ziggy Ansah. Bears fans should be glad they don’t have to face Seattle in the regular season.

Some kickers you can cross off your wish list:

The Panthers have announced that kicker Graham Gano (knee) has been placed on injured reserve. Joey Slye, you're up.

— Jourdan Rodrigue (@JourdanRodrigue) August 30, 2019

Cross Him Off the List: Matt Bryant Returns to Falcons https://t.co/1aWcBvkeDc pic.twitter.com/qSgpfXFeIU

— Bleacher Nation Bears (@BN_Bears) August 31, 2019

Signed to a two-year contract extension: K Stephen Hauschka pic.twitter.com/9SXz6gar6y

— Buffalo Bills PR (@BuffaloBillsPR) August 28, 2019

Something to keep an eye on as cuts come through:

#Bears will be monitoring transaction wire and positions to keep an eye on are offensive tackle and cornerback.

— Brad Biggs (@BradBiggs) August 31, 2019

Un-Ficken-believable:

This indicates Mason Crosby will begin his 13th season as the #Packers kicker Thursday night … perhaps with Ficken on the other sideline with the #Bears? He'll have to go through waivers. https://t.co/zVJMFBbn1M

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) August 31, 2019

(But seriously, it would be a surprise if the Bears opted to go after Ficken at this point.)

Glad I’m not the only one with love for Roy Robertson-Harris:

Bears breakout player this year defensively is Roy Robertson-Harris. 6’7 300 great power and quickness. Had a great camp. Attention is gonna be on Mack and Hicks. Would be suprised if he doesn’t have his coming out party. #bears #nfl

— Corey Wootton (@CoreyWootton) August 31, 2019

You can bet on the Bears going to the Super Bowl, but only if you cross state lines into Indiana:

Wanna bet on #DaBears? Minutes from Chicago, northwest Indiana casinos launch sports wagering next week — just in time for the NFL season openers #gambling #sportsbetting https://t.co/dPinFEcijS

— Robert Channick (@RobertChannick) August 30, 2019

The simple thought of the Bears in red and gold makes my brain hurt:

What the Chicago Bears wear: 97 years of orange and blue (3 of red and gold) https://t.co/wnRQR0ytmQ

— Phil Hecken (@PhilHecken) August 30, 2019

Art is cool:

https://twitter.com/BearsLocal/status/1167831122086158338

My alma mater’s football team is off to another rough start, but safety Jeremy Chinn is already making waves:

The @seniorbowl is looking live at @SEMOfootball vs. @SIU_Football. Delaware’s Nasir Adderley was our top FCS target going into last season and he ended up the @Chargers 2nd round pick. This year, Saluki FS Jeremy Chinn (@ChinnJeremy2) is our guy. #thedraftstartsinMobile pic.twitter.com/9zqGDMIU94

— Jim Nagy (@JimNagy_SB) August 30, 2019

It’s probably too early to start stumping for a Saluki to join the Bears, but there is no doubt I’ll be keeping an eye on Jeremy Chinn this fall.

I had to make sure this was from the real Ian Rapoport before putting this tweet in Bullets:

The #Raiders are expected to keep 3 QBs, with Mike Glennon slotting in behind starter Derek Carr, source said. Coach Jon Gruden really does like Nathan Peterman and wants to help resurrect his career. Peterman should stick, too.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 31, 2019

n old friend is looking for a new home:

The #Colts are releasing veteran OT J'Marcus Webb, who passed along this statement 👇🏽 pic.twitter.com/sxDviPknQq

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 31, 2019

Have the Cubs re-signed Nick Castellanos yet?

Every Day is Opening Day: Big in the Box, Kick High, Swing Hard, Run Fast https://t.co/Z2JQNFh8MF pic.twitter.com/P1iGN89y9m

— Bleacher Nation (@BleacherNation) August 31, 2019

The Bulls could use some clutch performances in the year to come:

Otto Porter and Thad Young Could Show Up in the Clutch This Season https://t.co/zqRcJSmRCr pic.twitter.com/vMiHZDl6aO

— Bleacher Nation Bulls (@BN_Bulls) August 30, 2019