... the 2008 Chicago Bears looked forward to leaving a disappointing 7-9 record behind them. At the start of the season, it appeared they were ready to do just that, upsetting the mighty Indianapolis Colts in a Super Bowl XLI rematch.

The addition of rookie Matt Forte’s powerful running style and ability to catch the ball out of the backfield, along with a (surprisingly) solid performance by quarterback Kyle Orton, gave Chicago’s offense a new identity. Paired with what seemed to be the resurgence of one of the league’s best defenses, Chicago fans held hope that 2007 was a fluke and the Bears would be in Tampa Bay come February.

Unfortunately, a good start and a few bright spots wasn’t enough. The Bears ...

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