Chicago Bears

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

Column: Jeffery Simmons’ arrival changes the math for Chicago Bears defense, which finally has ‘a true alpha’

By Brad Biggs

November 1, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Jeffery Simmons' arrival gives the Chicago Bears a boost just as their NFC North rivals...

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...

Bears wide receiver Zavion Thomas runs a route during a preseason game against the Titans on Aug. 29, 2026, in Nashville, Tenn. (Stew Milne/AP)

Chicago Bears rookie Zavion Thomas starred in preseason finale. What will his role be in the regular season?

By Sean Hammond

September 5, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Zavion Thomas was the star of preseason game No. 3 with a 97-yard touchdown. But...

Cardinals linebacker Josh Sweat heads to the locker room at halftime of a game against the Texans on Dec. 14, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/Maria Lysaker)

Chicago Bears Q&A: Could Ryan Poles make a play for Josh Sweat? Easiest way for the defense to improve?

By Brad Biggs

September 4, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Could edge rusher Josh Sweat be a prime trade target for GM Ryan Poles? Brad...

A man crosses the street in front of a video game advertisement mural showing Bears quarterback Caleb Williams in his "Iceman" pose in the 100 block of North Halsted Street on Sept. 1, 2026, in Chicago. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Iceman on ‘Hot Ones:’ Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams takes on popular YouTube series’ gauntlet of scorching wings

By Zareen Syed

September 5, 2026 at 2:41 p.m.

Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams faced the "Wings of Death" on the popular YouTube series...

Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze, right, talks with Colston Loveland before a preseason game against the Browns on Aug. 15, 2026, at Soldier Field. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Rome Odunze and D’Andre Swift exit Chicago Bears practice with apparent injuries

By Sean Hammond

September 3, 2026 at 6:20 p.m.

Apparent injuries to Rome Odunze and D'Andre Swift come just 10 days before the Chicago...

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams talks with teammates before a preseason game against the Browns on Aug. 15, 2026, at Soldier Field. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams dials in on his diet — his ‘Hot Ones’ appearance aside

By Phil Thompson

September 3, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams appears on “Hot Ones” on Thursday, but that was a...

Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson watches from the sideline as teammates warm up for a game against the Browns on Aug. 15, 2026, at Soldier Field. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

What we learned from the Chicago Bears, including the latest on CBs Jaylon Johnson and Tyrique Stevenson

By Sean Hammond

September 2, 2026 at 5:13 p.m.

Chicago Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen had high praise for cornerback Jaylon Johnson, who appeared...

Falcons cornerback Clark Phillips III lines up during a preseason game against the Broncos on Aug. 14, 2026, in Atlanta. (Danny Karnik/AP)

Could Clark Phillips III be Chicago Bears’ solution at slot corner? ‘I see him fitting into that nickel mix.’

By Phil Thompson

September 2, 2026 at 5:13 p.m.

For now, new Chicago Bears defensive back Clark Phillips III is just trying to fit...

Bears general manager Ryan Poles steps up to the lectern during a news conference July 28, 2026, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest. (Stacey Wescott/baiduhai)

What we learned from Ryan Poles and the Chicago Bears, including why Gervon Dexter Sr. was expendable

By Phil Thompson

September 1, 2026 at 6:47 p.m.

Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles didn't shy away from acknowledging a pair of Day 2...

Bears linebacker Jack Sanborn practices Aug. 13, 2026, during training camp at Halas Hall in Lake Forest. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Chicago Bears re-sign Jack Sanborn and James Lynch to the 53-man roster — plus 14 to the practice squad

By Phil Thompson

September 1, 2026 at 7:50 p.m.

The Chicago Bears re-signed linebacker Jack Sanborn and defensive lineman James Lynch to the active...

Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon signs autographs for fans before facing the Commanders on Oct. 13, 2025, at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Column: Will Kyler Gordon play for the Chicago Bears this season? GM Ryan Poles admits he doesn’t know.

By Brad Biggs

September 1, 2026 at 11:46 a.m.

Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles says he's still hopeful nickel cornerback Kyler Gordon will play...