Can you imagine being a rookie defender playing your first snaps in the NFL, and they come against a Ben Johnson-led offense? That's the position two or three Minnesota Vikings players could find themselves in on Sunday.
The Chicago Bears are riding into Week 2 with plenty of momentum after scoring 59 in their season opener. But to Ben Johnson, the Bears haven’t accomplished anything yet.
Now healthy, the Chicago Bears are counting on Jaylon Johnson to lead their cornerback room. But to do so, Johnson knows he needs to improve on his performance from Week 1.
The final score will grab the headlines. Explosive plays from Caleb Williams will dominate social media. Ben Johnson’s creative play calling will generate the national buzz.
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The Chicago Bears will not beat the Minnesota Vikings simply by asking quarterback Caleb Williams to repeat the improvisational brilliance that powered a 59-point opener.
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
The Chicago Bears released their final Week 2 injury report before their game against the Minnesota Vikings, and it literally could not have been any better.
The Chicago Bears are confident in their defensive line. So much so that they were willing to trade defensive tackle Gervon Dexter prior to the season.
The Chicago Bears have signed 26-year-old defensive back Keidron Smith to the practice squad, a familiar move that brings the Kentucky product back to Halas Hall after a brief earlier stint this month.
Preparing to take on the Minnesota Vikings is a difficult test as is. But heading into the Week 2 matchup, the Chicago Bears had to be ready for two potential quarterback outcomes.
Friday is officially here, meaning the Chicago Bears are just two days away from their Week 2 matchup with the Minnesota Vikings. After an impressive 59-37 victory in Week 1, the Bears will look to win their second consecutive game of the season.
The Chicago Bears final injury report going into Week 2 is a green light all across the board, and it’s even bigger news for Ben Johnson’s offense going up against the Minnesota Vikings.
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The Chicago Bears released their Friday Week 2 injury report ahead of Sunday’s home opener against the Minnesota Vikings. Every player on the report practiced fully Friday, including running backs D’Andre Swift (ankle/knee) and Kyle Monangai (hamstring), and offensive tackle Darnell Wright (knee).
The Chicago Bears entered 2026 with injuries across their secondary. Matters were made even worse when Xavier Woods, who is replacing the injured Coby Bryant, was ruled out in Week 1.
On Friday, the Vikings confirmed what had become expected news.
The Chicago Bears offense will face a much tougher challenge in Week 2 than they did against the Carolina Panthers in Week 1. The Bears put up 59 points in a thrilling 59-37 win over the Panthers.
The Chicago Bears made a pair of practice squad moves ahead of their Week 2 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings. The Bears announced that they have placed defensive back Anthony Johnson on practice squad injured reserve.
The Bears lead the NFL in multiple offensive categories after a 59-37 win in the season opener at the Carolina Panthers.
The Chicago Bears have signed defensive back Keidron Smith to the club’s practice squad and placed DB Anthony Johnson on the practice squad; injured, Bears Communications announced Friday.
The Chicago Bears announced they signed DB Keidron Smith to the practice squad and placed DB Anthony Johnson on the practice squad’s injured list. Chicago’s practice squad now includes: RB Salvon Ahmed G Caden Barnett TE Stephen Carlson DE Marcus Davenport WR Kaden Davis G Kyle Hergel LB Wayne Matthews WR Scott Miller DB Deantre Prince WR J.P.
The Minnesota Vikings’ defense is sure to give the Chicago Bears one of their more challenging tests of the season. But with just one touchdown pass, quarterback Caleb Williams can etch his name in the record books forever.
When the Chicago Bears take the field against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, my eyes will be on two offensive line positions to see how they hold up against Brian Flores’ pass rush.
Maxx Crosby looked solid in his Las Vegas Raiders season debut, which has seemingly ramped up trade speculation after the Ravens backed out of a deal for the star pass rusher over medical concerns.
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Ben Johnson had his eyes on the prize throughout the Chicago Bears’ Week 1 win over the Carolina Panthers. The Bears put on an offensive clinic against the Panthers in front of a partisan crowd at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C.
Talk about a strong start to the season.
The Bears were reportedly in the mix to get Crosby before his failed trade to the Baltimore Ravens.
Here's what head coach Ben Johnson and the Bears need to do to improve in Week 2.
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