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On YouTubeChicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / May 16
Chicago Bears 2026 Forecast Shows How Ben Johnson's Year 2 Could Turn Tense
Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams brought the Bears a division title after six seasons without one. The real goal announced in the past was not winning a division title but repeated success.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / May 16
Chicago Bears in conversations to build new stadium project in Chicago
Last month, the NFL Stadium Committee told the Chicago Bears that only the sites at Arlington Heights and Hammond, Indiana, were viable options for the team.
Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 16
Bears’ scariest pitfall to overcome on 2026 NFL schedule
The Chicago Bears took a huge step up last season, winning the NFC North and fulfilling the hopes of their long-suffering fans who had grown used to losing seasons and serving as cannon fodder for their rivals in the NFC North.
The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz
How many of the active NFL players who have rushed for 1,000 or more yards in a season can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / May 16
Bears Named Top Landing Spot for Down-and-Out Free Agent Who Thrived Under Al Harris
One of the positions the Chicago Bears could still use more help at is cornerback. Chicago is slated to have a competition on the boundary opposite Jaylon Johnson between veteran Tyrique Stevenson and rookie Malik Muhammad.
The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft
With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / May 16
ESPN bold prediction goes against Chicago Bears
The 2026 NFL schedule is officially out and for the Chicago Bears, it’s full of prime time/standalone games. In total, the Bears are scheduled to have seven of those stand alone games including one on Thanksgiving and one on Christmas Day.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / May 16
Caleb Williams’ unfiltered reaction to Rome Odunze’s Chicago Bears move
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams reacted to teammate Rome Odunze’s appearance in the team’s latest promotional video. On Thursday, the Bears released the clip titled “Happy Little Matchups” to unveil their 17-game regular-season schedule.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / May 16
3 Chicago Bears Schedule Factors That Will Actually Matter (and 2 That Won't)
The 2026 NFL schedule was released yesterday, and we now know how the Bears' schedule will be laid out. We always knew that Chicago would have to run the gauntlet with the league's most difficult schedule, and there are definitely a few unforgiving stretches that will put them to the test.
Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / May 16
Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams makes request to NFL
Caleb Williams stayed healthy last season. He played in all 17 regular-season and two playoff games for the Chicago Bears. The quarterback impressed fans and led the team to the Divisional Round after they missed the playoffs in the previous campaign.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / May 15
While NFL whips Chicago Bears, league helped out Packers big-time
The Chicago Bears are set to defend the NFC North for the first time since the 2019 season, and it won’t be easy. Based on opponent records from last season, the Bears will face the toughest schedule in the league.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / May 15
Chicago Bears could acquire controversial 1,000-yard WR in daring move
The Chicago Bears‘ wide receiver room is definitely a point of contention heading into 2026, as they subtracted both D.J. Moore and Olamide Zacchaeus and replaced them with Kalif Raymond and rookie third-round pick Zavion Thomas.
25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season
The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / May 15
Chicago Bears Face a Punishing 2026 Primetime Slate and the Outlook Is Tense
The Bears have a whopping seven primetime games (counting the two standalone early games on Thanksgiving and Christmas) in 2026. It's not at all surprising to see them tied for the top spot in that regard after their miraculous 2025 campaign, and it's good to see that they've finally earned the respect of the league office.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / May 15
Bears QB Caleb Williams receives high praise ahead of 2026 season
Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears have plenty to be proud of from their highlight-heavy 2025-26 season, as the team went from the bottom of the NFC North to the top in just one season.
Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / May 15
Chicago Bears: Ben Johnson named ‘biggest loser’ of schedule release
Even before the NFL released the regular season schedule on Thursday, the Chicago Bears knew they would be embarking on one of the tougher schedules, if not the toughest schedule in the league this season.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / May 15
Ranking the NFC North Safeties: Bears Have a Lot to Prove in 2026
The Chicago Bears shocked their fans and analysts alike when they allowed both of their starting safeties, Kevin Byard III and Jaquan Brisker, to leave in free agency.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / May 15
Chicago Bears 2026 Schedule Tiers Show Exactly Where Things Could Turn Dangerous
The Bears 2026 schedule was officially released, and while the road ahead won’t be easy, Chicago did catch one major break before the season even begins.
Rome Odunze News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 15
Bears’ Rome Odunze as Bob Ross for schedule release is absolutely perfect
In what has become tradition around the NFL, team’s social media departments always come up with something creative for their schedule releases. The Bears were no different, calling on wide receiver Rome Odunze to deliver the news.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / May 15
Chicago Bears' 2026 Schedule Comes With a Historic Rest Advantage Few Teams Ever Get
For all of the attention on how tough the Chicago Bears' schedule is for the 2026 season, there are some positives to point out, too. Yes, the Bears own
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / May 15
Bears’ frustrating offseason move makes more sense after new development
The Chicago Bears did not exactly have a banner offseason in the eyes of most, as they lost some key players and didn’t really address their most prominent needs.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / May 15
Why the Bears Week 10 Bye Is a Massive Advantage in 2026
For years, Chicago Bears fans have had plenty of reasons to complain about bye week timing. But the 2026 schedule is a different story. Some seasons, the break comes so early that it barely helps.
NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / May 15
Bears' 2026 Schedule Drew a Lazy Commanders Comparison That Misses the Point
The Chicago Bears 2026 schedule was released on Thursday night, along with the rest of the NFL, with each team announcing its schedule by a unique video.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 15
Bears game-by-game predictions after 2026 NFL Schedule release
With their 11-6 record, the Chicago Bears reached the playoffs for the first time since 2020 in 2025. By advancing to the Divisional Round, the Bears secured their first postseason victory since 2010.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / May 15
Chicago Bears Too-Early 2026 Schedule Prediction Ends With Brutal Challenges, NFC North Glory
The Chicago Bears' 2026 schedule was released on Thursday night, giving us the exact dates and times for every game. As we expected, the Bears are seeing an uptick in their primetime games following a successful 2025 campaign.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / May 15
Bears receive brutal news after full 2026 NFL schedule is released
Quarterback Caleb Williams and other members of the Bears haven't hidden this offseason that they are eyeing a trip to the Super Bowl coming off the club's postseason appearance.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / May 11
Ben Johnson and Bears pulled off a move so good it feels unfair
Ben Johnson and the Chicago Bears had a tremendous comeback season in 2025-26, with the team landing at No. 1 in the NFC North and making it to the playoffs. But there still is work to do.
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