Part 8/11:
The Cultural and Mental Challenge
Jim pointed out that the Bears need to exhibit more poise in high-pressure moments and avoid panicking. Given that early setbacks are common in long seasons, his advice was for players to introspect, maintain focus, and keep working toward improvement.
Urgency in the Division and Building for the Future
With two consecutive divisional losses, the Bears’ playoff chances are dwindling, with only 14 of 139 teams starting 0-2 making the postseason since 2007. The panel discussed how overcoming these early obstacles requires patience, discipline, and a concerted effort to execute better in practice and games.