Article updated: 11/22/2011 8:45 PM

Schedule biggest factor in Bears’ favor

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Bears quarterback Jay Cutler warms up on the sideline before going back in the game after injuring his right thumb in the fourth quarter Sunday.

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Even with quarterback Jay Cutler sidelined for several weeks with a fractured right thumb, the 7-3 Bears have what appears to be a clear path to the playoffs.

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