Forte and Taylor Together: Mike Martz discussed the possibility of combining Matt Forte and Chester Taylor in the backfield. That would indicate a renewed committment to the run game. The offense has self-destructed after a good start, and a more balanced attack has been discussed, but still hasn’t materialized.

Keep your lines straight: The rumors and speculation around Halas Hall is that Roberto Garza is expected to start agains the Bills in Toronto. While a healthy veteran presence on the offensive line is always positive, it would mean the fifth configuration of the o-line, in eight games. Garza would come at right guard, meaning Edwin Williams would come to make room.