Despite run-heavy plan, Mitch Trubisky shows signs of growth, stardom

Posted Oct 15, 2017
As unimpressive as Mitch Trubisky’s final numbers were against the Ravens because of the Bears’ insistence on sticking to their run-heavy game plan, the Bears don’t win 27-24 in overtime without their rookie quarterback’s playmaking abilities at M&T Stadium. “He’s a different kid of guy,” receiver Kendall Wright said. “He’s a baller.” (Chicago Sun-Times)

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