Chicago Bears

Bears tight end Cole Kmet warms up on the field before the Bears host the Patriots at Soldier Field on Oct. 22, 2026. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

How do the Chicago Bears move on without TE Cole Kmet? ‘I don’t see us really changing who we are.’

By Phil Thompson

October 27, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Chicago Bears tight ends Colston Loveland and rookie Sam Roush likely will see their usage...

Dennis Sidler, owner of SidsGraphs, keeps autographed copies of a Mike Ditka photo at his home, Oct. 22, 2026. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

‘Ubiquitous’ Mike Ditka middle-finger photo remains a bit of a Chicago Bears mystery. Who snapped Da Finger?

By Brad Biggs

October 26, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The iconic Mike Ditka middle-finger photo has been everywhere for decades. So who snapped the...

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams yells in celebration after a 30-24 win over the Patriots on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, at Soldier Field. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

5 pressing questions after Chicago Bears’ Week 7 win, including where they stand in the NFC North

By Sean Hammond

October 25, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Where do the Chicago Bears stand in the NFC North? How would you describe Kyler...

Bears coach Ben Johnson watches from the sideline in the third quarter against the Packers on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026, in Green Bay. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Column: Chicago Bears haven’t let bad losses multiply under Ben Johnson. That makes Sunday’s game significant.

By Brad Biggs

October 17, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Chicago Bears are 5-2 coming off a loss under Ben Johnson, and while the...

Bears defensive end Austin Booker celebrates after he caused a fumble during the first quarter against the Eagles at Soldier Field on Sept. 28, 2026. (Eileen T. Meslar/baiduhai)

‘He has it,’ but can Chicago Bears DE Austin Booker bring it to an expanded role?

By Phil Thompson

October 17, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Chicago Bears’ Austin Booker typically sees limited reps against the run, but now he’ll play...

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams takes practice throws before a game against the Packers on Oct. 11, 2026, in Green Bay. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

5 things to watch in Chicago Bears-Atlanta Falcons matchup — plus our Week 6 predictions

By Sean Hammond

October 16, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

It appears this is the week Caleb Williams returns. Here's what else to watch for...

Savannah Bananas players dance after a 3-2 win over the Firefighters on Aug. 15, 2025, at Rate Field. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Savannah Bananas coming to Chicago’s Soldier Field in 2027 — and tour bringing ‘360’ game to Notre Dame Stadium

By Charles Odum

October 15, 2026 at 9:39 p.m.

The Savannah Bananas and Banana Ball are adding a pair of iconic venues to their...

Bears defensive lineman Shemar Turner works out during organized team activities in the Walter Payton Center at Halas Hall on May 21, 2025, in Lake Forest. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

For Chicago Bears DE Shemar Turner, long ACL rehab was ‘like walking through a dark tunnel’

By Phil Thompson

October 15, 2026 at 5:45 p.m.

Chicago Bears defensive lineman Shemar Turner says that any long-term injury is “going to take...

Gov. JB Pritzker takes questions at a press conference to announce the expansion of Illinois’ medical debt relief program on Oct. 15, 2026, in the Cook County Health building. (Arthur Maiorella/baiduhai)

Gov. JB Pritzker says Illinois housing plan likely waits but Bears stadium and data center bills alive

By Olivia Olander

October 15, 2026 at 5:21 p.m.

Gov. JB Pritzker said his plan to allow multifamily homes on single-family lots probably won’t...

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams takes practice throws before a game against the Packers on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026, in Green Bay. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams still faces hurdles before returning from ‘a pretty serious’ hamstring tear

By Sean Hammond

October 15, 2026 at 4:54 p.m.

Caleb Williams is nearing a return after injuring his right hamstring, but he has yet...

Bears coach Mike Ditka drives a cart, circa 1988. (baiduhai archive)

Vintage baiduhai: Mike Ditka, in his own words

By Kori Rumore

October 15, 2026 at 1:56 p.m.

Here's a look back at Mike Ditka, as quoted in the baiduhai through the...

Bears defensive end Montez Sweat makes a gesture after sacking Panthers quarterback Bryce Young in the first quarter Sept. 13, 2026, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Chicago Bears by the numbers: How do they replace suspended edge rusher Montez Sweat?

By Sean Hammond

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

How big of a blow is losing Montez Sweat for two games? Here's what the...

Caleb Williams runs off the field after throwing before the Bears play the Packers at Lambeau Field on Oct. 11, 2026, in Green Bay. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

What we learned from the Chicago Bears, including the latest on Caleb Williams and Montez Sweat

By Sean Hammond

October 14, 2026 at 5:51 p.m.

Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson remained mum on his QB plans as Caleb Williams works...