Favre comes to town

Feels like the old days again with Favre visiting Chicago in the dead of winter. I don't think I'll hear much dissension if I say that Favre is the only thing giving the Bears a chance in this one. Everyone remembers the last time Favre played at Soldier Field: a 35-7 drubbing that lead to the unforgettable Favre quote, "It was cold as hell...I’m not going to lie to you. I haven’t thawed out yet." The forecast certainly looks promising.




If Favre has a similar performance this time around, 17 of 32 for 153 yards no TDs and two INTs, Chicago might have a prayer. Of course this Vikings team is superior enough that they may be able to absorb a bad-Favre day. And Chicago would need a good day from Cutler and Forte so don't hold your breath.


There are a few trends on Chicago's side, courtesy of Kevin Seifert. Chicago has won 10 straight games when the temperature is below freezing, doubling their opponents scores in that span. Favre has lost seven straight when the mercury drops to 38 degrees or lower.


No one will try to tell you that Chicago should win this game on paper, but we can always hope that the weather will come to the rescue. On the other hand, if the Bears pull this upset will it give management an excuse to stand pat with it's coaches and GM? Is it worth that risk?