Quarterback Roulette

As a Bears fan born in 1987, it is simple to say that we haven't had a solid starting quarterback in my lifetime. Reading Rick Morrissey's latest column, where he insinuates that Kurt Warner would have been the solution here in our quarterback-wasteland, makes me wonder quite the opposite. Rather than asking what Kurt Warner might have done were he here in Chicago, ask what Kyle Orton might manage with playmakers like Fitzgerald, Boldin and Breaston catching passes. It's a simple conclusion that each of those receivers are better than any on the Bears' roster, with Devin Hester still very much a work in progress. Though this has been rehashed again and again, having a receiving corps that could actually get separation or keep their hands on a ball would make the quarterback's job significantly easier. With Matt Forte at running back and the formidable tandem of Des Clark and Greg Olsen at tight end, a true #1 wide receiver would allow 2WR/2TE/1RB sets that would be feared. If I had any faith in Angelo's ability to draft offensive talent I would hope the Bears would grab a playmaker in the first or second round. Regardless, I don't think the quarterback is the problem. Kyle Orton may have made some poor decisions later in the season (especially during the pivotal Vikings game), but watching sub-par Bears receivers drop more above-average throws next year would drive me to insanity. Perhaps Morrissey is right that we need a consultant, but rather than looking for a quarterback he should be looking for a wide receiver.