Chicago Bears

Linebacker Ernest Jones IV (13) and a slew of Seahawks defenders tackle Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker II on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026, in Seattle. (Kevin Ng/AP)

5 things to watch in the Chicago Bears-Seattle Seahawks matchup Monday night — plus our Week 8 predictions

By Sean Hammond

October 31, 2026 at 4:42 p.m.

In an NFC heavyweight battle, the Chicago Bears and Seahawks will square off Monday night...

Newly acquired Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons speaks to the media after practice Friday, Oct. 30, 2026, at Halas Hall. (Terrence Antonio James/baiduhai)

What we learned about new Chicago Bears DT Jeffery Simmons, a ‘terrifying guy to go against’

By Phil Thompson

October 30, 2026 at 6:31 p.m.

Jeffery Simmons on Friday explained his emotional reaction to his trade to the Chicago Bears...

Newly acquired Bears defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons warms up before practice Friday, Oct. 30, 2026, at Halas Hall. (Terrence Antonio James/baiduhai)

Column: Are Chicago Bears ‘all-in’ with Jeffery Simmons deal? Ryan Poles sees it as boon now — and in future.

By Brad Biggs

October 30, 2026 at 3:26 p.m.

Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles believes the blockbuster trade for DT Jeffery Simmons will help...

Bills quarterback Josh Allen runs the ball against the Texans during the first half on Sept. 13, 2026, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

In Buffalo and elsewhere, NFL players find grass to be the better choice over artificial turf

By John Wawrow

September 15, 2026 at 8:28 a.m.

There's little debate when it comes to NFL players' preference for playing on grass versus...

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams hands off to running back D'Andre Swift against the Carolina Panthers in the first quarter Sept. 13, 2026, at Bank of America Stadium. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Pressing questions after Chicago Bears’ Week 1 win, including the biggest overreactions and underreactions

By Sean Hammond

September 15, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

After scoring 59 points, the Chicago Bears were one of the big winners in Week...

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray (1) scrambles under pressure from Green Bay Packers linebacker Edgerrin Cooper (56) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, in Minneapolis, Minn. (AP Photo/Bailey Hillesheim)

Minnesota Vikings aren’t sure if Kyler Murray can play the Chicago Bears this week after concussion protocol

By Dave Campbell

September 14, 2026 at 7:37 p.m.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray began the week in the NFL concussion protocol in continuing...

Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard holds off Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson while driving for the end zone in the second quarter on Sept. 13, 2026, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

4 things we learned from the Chicago Bears, including both cornerbacks looking to bounce back

By Phil Thompson

September 14, 2026 at 6:18 p.m.

Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young threw for 361 yards and three TDs, but Chicago Bears...

Packers quarterback Jordan Love walks off the field after the Week 1 loss to the Vikings on Sept. 13, 2026, in Minneapolis, Minn. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Green Bay Packers get stuffed on 4th down to turn a promising start against Minnesota Vikings into poor finish

By Dave Campbell

September 14, 2026 at 11:55 a.m.

The Green Bay Packers erased three quarters of dominance over a division rival with an...

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams runs for a touchdown against the Panthers in the first quarter Sept. 13, 2026, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Chicago Bears debut a new brand — and they believe it can get better: Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts on Week 1 win

By Brad Biggs

September 14, 2026 at 6:03 a.m.

It was big plays galore in the Chicago Bears' season-opening 59-37 win. It's why a...

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson celebrates a defensive stop against the Green Bay Packers as he watches from the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, in Minneapolis, Minn. (AP Photo/Bailey Hillesheim)

NFC North roundup: Vikings post 29 straight points to beat Packers — and Lions win in OT

By Associated Press

September 13, 2026 at 7:40 p.m.

Carson Wentz came in after Kyler Murray’s first-quarter concussion in his Minnesota debut and led...

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) breaks free for a rushing touchdown in the second quarter against the Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on Sept. 13, 2026, in Charlotte. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Ben Johnson ‘could kind of tell’ Caleb Williams was locked in before Chicago Bears’ 59-point outburst

By Sean Hammond

September 13, 2026 at 7:09 p.m.

Ben Johnson saw a different Caleb Williams in their final QB meeting Saturday night before...

Bears running back D'Andre Swift (4) celebrates his touchdown with center Garrett Bradbury in the fourth quarter against the Panthers on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

D’Andre Swift’s 3-TD day — after signing a new deal — leads a monster Chicago Bears running game

By Phil Thompson

September 13, 2026 at 6:31 p.m.

D'Andre Swift was one-third of a dominant day on the ground for the Chicago Bears...

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams celebrates the win over the Carolina Panthers on Sept. 13, 2026, at Bank of America Stadium. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Week 1 photos: Chicago Bears 59, Carolina Panthers 37

By Brian Cassella

September 13, 2026 at 4:59 p.m.

Photos from the Chicago Bears' Week 1 game against the Carolina Panthers on Sept. 13,...