Since when can you not have a reasonable conversation between Bears and Broncos fans?

Unless you have been living under a rock, the Denver Broncos and Chicago Bears struck a deal early in April when the Broncos traded their Pro Bowl quarterback Jay Cutler and a fifth-round pick to the Bears for quarterback Kyle Orton, two first-round picks, and a third-round pick.

Ever since that day, the two franchises’ fanbases have been at each other’s throats, almost like Broncos and Raiders fans.

It makes sense why Broncos fans have a bit of animosity. Their supposed “franchise” quarterback demanded a trade from their beloved home team and has dissed the team, fans, and city on numerous occasions.

But that does not mean Broncos fans give a rat’s behind about the rest of the Bears’ team.

So why do Bears fans keep bludgeoning Orton with criticism?

Are they insecure?

Did Orton demand a trade?

Did the Bears win more games than the Broncos will with him at the helm?

I do not like to generalize, but many Bears fans seem to believe that Orton is destined for failure in the Mile High City, but on what premise?

Brandon Marshall, begrudgingly or not, returns to Denver in 2009 as the team’s leading receiver over the last two seasons. Only Wes Welker has more receptions than Marshall since the beginning of the 2007 season, and he is one of the better receivers in the NFL at getting yards after the catch.

Second-year receiver Eddie Royal led the Broncos in all-purpose yardage last season, compiling 91 receptions for 981 yards, 109 rushing yards, 600 kick return yards, and 140 punt return yards. 

Fourth-year tight end Tony Scheffler led the NFL in yards per reception among tight ends last year at 16.1.

Brandon Stokley is widely considered to be one of the top slot receivers of all time and has been Orton’s favorite target in training camp.

Jabar Gaffney was a red zone star for the Patriots, catching seven of his eight touchdown passes inside the opponent’s 20-yard line for them.

Peyton Hillis is a power back who can run, catch, and block as well as any fullback/tight end/H-back in the league. If you do not believe me, just check out his YouTube credentials.

First-round pick Knowshon Moreno is also an electric option on offense, and the Broncos feel he can be an every-down back at this level because of his power, receiving skills, and blocking skills.

The Broncos also had an offensive line that allowed Cutler to be sacked 11 times in 2008 on 616 pass attempts, better than any other team in the NFL.

So what is it, Bears fans? Why will you not leave Denver alone here? 

Do you all want to see Orton fail, or are you simply bitter that while you inherited the better quarterback physically, you also still have a meager excuse for offensive supporting talent while Denver’s offensive group is world-class?

Ultimately, there is no connection between Bears fans and Broncos fans. Broncos fans have reason to be connected to Bears fans, as their dim-witted quarterback demanded a trade from the clear better situation.

But why do Bears fans care about Orton anymore if he is so bad?

What is the need to raise sand with Broncos fans over a quarterback who was happy to be in Chicago?

Since the trade, Cutler has made more negative news than any other player in the NFL that does not include legal issues.

He was recently quoted as saying Broncos fans are a “six” compared to Chicago’s fans, which are a “nine.”

While the Bears did get a greater turnout for their training camp session, the Broncos and their fans have sold out every home game since the 1970s. There was no reason for Cutler to call out Denver fans the way he did, although nobody really cares what he says anymore.

There is no denying Cutler is the superior athlete to Orton. He has a stronger arm, is faster, and is willing to take more risks.

In other words, Cutler is the better video game quarterback.

For the Broncos, Orton will be a game manager and a leader of the offense. He struggles throwing the deep ball, but he is more than capable of making any and every NFL throw.

On paper, it seems each team has what the other needs. Aside from the quarterback position, the Broncos have a superior secondary, but the Bears have the better front seven. The Broncos have a stellar offensive line, and the Bears’ offensive line is comprised of aging players and castoffs. 

Due to the fact that neither team will play each other for a couple of years, unless they meet in the Super Bowl, why is there animosity between fanbases?

It certainly is not because of Kyle Orton.

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