Chicago Bears: 5 Reasons they can make a long playoff run

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - DECEMBER 30: Khalil Mack #52 of the Chicago Bears downs Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings as he holds the ball in the second quarter of the game at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 30, 2018 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Adam Bettcher/Getty Images)
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - DECEMBER 30: Khalil Mack #52 of the Chicago Bears downs Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings as he holds the ball in the second quarter of the game at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 30, 2018 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Adam Bettcher/Getty Images) /
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3. Burton knows what it takes to win and will help his teammates

The man who ran the greatest play in Philadelphia Eagles history can help another city win a championship. Tight end Trey Burton helped the Eagles win the Super Bowl last year. He is famous for throwing the pass in the “Philly Special” that scored a key touchdown against the New England Patriots.

He may do the same for Chicago this season.

Burton moved on and signed with the Bears this past offseason. He’s been a key player for the Bears’ offense, hauling in 54 catches for 569 yards and 6 touchdowns. He’s been a dependable target for Trubisky.

There aren’t many people (coaches and players) on this Bears team that have a lot of playoff experience, let alone Super Bowl experience. Burton can help his teammates know what to expect, and he can make plays as well. He can be a valuable help for the young quarterback.

Another player who can reap the benefits of Burton’s experience is Adam Shaheen. Shaheen dealt with injuries this season but he can be a key player. If he and Burton can be a good duo it really jump-starts the offense. To have multiple targets who are big and athletic give Trubisky and the coaches more options in the play-calling.

With head coach Matt Nagy’s penchant for trick plays who knows if there is a “Chi-Town Special” in the wings with Burton. In any case, he’ll provide his teammates with much-needed information and can help keep them calm in the face of the storm.