Bears Tackle the Challenge of Simulating Myles Garrett
The Chicago Bears have found themselves in a unique predicament this week as they prepare to face one of the NFL’s most formidable pass rushers, Myles Garrett. Known for his explosive speed and relentless pressure, Garrett poses a significant challenge that the Bears are trying to replicate in practice.
Striving for Realism in Practice
To adequately prepare their offensive line, the Bears implemented a strategy commonly used in the league: they assigned a player to emulate Garrett’s position during practice sessions. However, as offensive coordinator Declan Doyle pointed out, this approach can only go so far.
“That’s a big challenge,” Doyle stated. “There’s not a lot of guys like him. Obviously, you’re trying to simulate it as best you can on scout teams and things like that. Yet, he provides a very unique challenge—one where those guys just don’t grow on trees.”
Doyle emphasized the importance of studying game tape and devising a solid game plan to counter Garrett’s impact. “He’s a guy that we’re very aware of. We maintain focus on that player throughout the game and make sure we have a plan for how to handle him,” he added.
Garrett’s Unique Dominance
Interestingly, what is often overlooked is that Garrett excels even when his team is not in a leading position. This unique aspect of his performance is noteworthy; he rarely has the luxury of pinning his ears back and rushing solely for the quarterback. His ability to generate pressure under these circumstances is what sets him apart from many other defensive players in the league.
Garrett leads a defense that often forces opponents off the field quickly, which in turn limits the number of plays he can impact. Despite these constraints, his performance remains nothing short of extraordinary.
As the Bears gear up for their upcoming matchup, they know that containing Myles Garrett will require more than just a simple practice simulation. It demands a dedicated focus and a comprehensive strategy to mitigate his game-changing abilities.
