John Fox spoke to the media Tuesday after reviewing tape of Sunday's 23-14 season-opening loss to the Texans. Here are seven things we learned from the Bears coach:
(1) The Bears had opportunities to win, but failed to take advantage of those chances. Asked what stood out after he watched the game on tape, Fox said: "Just how really close we are."
Fox cited two plays in particular: With the Bears leading 14-13 midway through the third quarter, Akiem Hicks stripped the ball from Lamar Miller at the Houston 28. But the Texans running back recovered the loose ball.