Luke Goedeke airs grievances about Jeffery Simmons
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Key Points:
- The Buccaneers forced five turnovers but still lost to the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field, with the Bears' defense playing a crucial role in the victory.
- Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield complained that Bears players were shouting cadence calls, causing Bucs offensive linemen to commit false starts.
- Right tackle Luke Goedeke criticized Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons for repeatedly holding him during pass protection, a tactic Simmons is known for to free up defensive ends.
- Goedeke stated that despite informing officials about Simmons' holding, no penalties were called, and he believes this technique is rarely penalized because it happens too quickly.
- Simmons' disruptive play was instrumental in the Bears' win, highlighting the effectiveness of his controversial defensive tactics.
