The Bears fell to 0-2 on the preseason with a 23-22 loss to the Patriots Thursday night in New England. But there were at least four positives to build on in the defeat:
(1) Jay Cutler and the passing game found a rhythm right from the outset.
Cutler led the Bears to a field goal and touchdown on their first two possessions, completing 8 of 12 passes for 83 yards. He connected with receivers Alshon Jeffery and Kevin White, running back Jeremy Langford and tight end Tony Moeaki, and hit tight end Rob Housler with a two-point conversion pass, as the Bears jumped to an early 11-0 lead.