Fifth in a series

The Bears have a new offensive coordinator in Mike Tice and he plans to emphasis a balanced power rushing attack. It's an old-school attitude that works well. A great example is former Redskins head coach Joe Gibbs, who believed in strong offensive lines to pound the ball, which would open downfield opportunities. It's the key reason why Tice wants a playmaking wide receiver.

That's good news for Matt Forté owners and it will allow Jay Cutler to be a solid No. 2 fantasy quarterback. Tice also plans to adjust his play-calling and schemes to fit his players instead of trying to force the players to fit the system.

QB Jay Cutler: How will the new offense affect him in 2012? 

Cutler is beginning to remind me of 49ers QB Alex Smith. He's on his third coordinator in four years and the fourth in his six-year career. Remember, everyone wanted former offensive coordinator Mike Martz and his pass-happy schemes to maximize Cutler's play after two lackluster seasons in a vanilla offense.  It turned into a bad fit, but in Cutler's defense, between subpar wide receivers, schemes and poor offensive-line play, at times he never had a chance. 

He had an average of 231.9 yards and 1.3 TDs with 0.7 interceptions in 10 games last season. Right now, view him as a No. 2 fantasy QB, as his play must improve. He has been on the roster long enough where high expectations have turned into fantasy disappointment. The team needs to make sure he stays on his feet with better play from the line and upgrades at wide receiver. How that shakes out will play a hand with his value but it's time to be practical using historical data versus potential talent.

RB Matt Forté: Will he get his contract or hold out?