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The Chicago Bears are just days away from their first game of the 2026 NFL season, which will take place on Sunday, Sept. 13, against the Carolina Panthers.

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Bears Release S Marlen Sewell With Injury Settlement

Per Brad Biggs, the Bears released S Marlen Sewell from the practice squad with an injury settlement. Sewell, 23, was a three-star recruit and the 196th-ranked cornerback in the 2021 recruiting class out of Birmingham, Alabama.

Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 10

NFL Week 1 QB Ranking Roundup: Bears' Caleb Williams in Elite Company

The 2026 NFL season is officially underway, and the Chicago Bears are set to kickoff their season opener on Sunday in Charlotte, North Carolina, against the Carolina Panthers.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 10

What Bears vs Panthers Points Spread Tells Us About This Week 1 Matchup

For the first time since at least 2019, the Chicago Bears are entering a new NFL season with considerable hype. Some fans and analysts around the league see the Bears as a regression team for 2026, but others think they can build on their success last year and make another playoff run.

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Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / September 10

One key statistic could show just how much the Chicago Bears offense has improved

When the Chicago Bears hired Ben Johnson as head coach, the organization envisioned and hoped for early success. Well, they got it. The former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson was a hot commodity last coaching cycle, as he was viewed as the top candidate coming into last offseason.

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Colston Loveland News / ChiCitySports / September 10

‘He’s a problem’: Luther Burden addresses Colston Loveland development

Colston Loveland proved in his rookie season that he belongs in the NFL. The Chicago Bears tight end impressed his coaches, analysts and teammates, including Luther Burden.

Tyrique Stevenson News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 10

Tyrique Stevenson Has the Takeaway Bug Thanks to Bears DBs Coach

The Bears have heard the talk about teams finding it hard to lead the NFL in takeaways for consecutive seasons. They're not buying it, partly because their own secondary coach, Al Harris, had a group lead in takeaways in 2021 and 2022 at Dallas.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 10

NFL Insider Adds to Jordan van den Berg Hype Ahead of First Season With Bears

The excitement for Chicago Bears rookie defensive lineman Jordan van den Berg has seen a slow build-up to where it is currently. We didn't hear much from the sixth-round pick during the team's OTAS and minicamp and, in fact, it appeared he was going through the usual growing pains you'd expect from a rookie at that time.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / September 10

Former Bears executive Ian Cunningham proves he just can’t help himself after bringing another failed Chicago draft pick to Atlanta

Former Chicago Bears assistant general manager Ian Cunningham has now added two former Bears draft picks to the interior of his defensive line with the Atlanta Falcons.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / September 10

Chicago Bears must listen to Ben Johnson’s warning on Panthers linebacker

As the Chicago Bears play caller, head Ben Johnson must keep close tabs on any opposing team’s defense. In Week 1, that happens to be the Carolina Panthers.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 10

Bear Necessities: The Three Top Factors That Will Decide the Bears’ Season Opener

The Chicago Bears travel to Carolina to play the Panthers in their season opener on Sunday afternoon. It'll be a quality matchup between two playoff teams from last season (and two teams that took the Rams down to the wire in the postseason).

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / September 10

Ben Johnson keeps Bears grounded amid NFL season hype

The start of a new NFL season gets some players overly excited, especially coming off a success run. That’s a cause of concern for Ben Johnson, and he is doing his best to keep the Chicago Bears grounded ahead of their Week 1 game.

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / September 10

Bears Injury Report: Odunze Limited, Bagent DNP Ahead of Panthers

The Chicago Bears released their first official injury report of the 2026 season Wednesday ahead of Sunday’s Week 1 opener against the Carolina Panthers.

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Chicago Bears News / Viral Sports News / September 10

Bears Receive Bad QB Injury News Before Panthers Game

Tyson Bagent’s name has hovered around Chicago Bears trade conversations for months, which is why his absence from Wednesday’s practice landed with extra weight just days before the Bears open the season.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / September 10

Bears QB Caleb Williams addresses decision during Cubs game

Caleb Williams has embraced the Chicago. The Chicago Bears quarterback supports the city’s other professional teams like the Cubs, and shares a close friendship with Pete Crow-Armstrong.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / September 9

Bears’ Caleb Williams entering 2026 chasing top 10 prophecy

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is entering the 2026 season with plenty of hype underneath his wings. If everything pans out as expected, he’d finish the year considered amongst the best quarterbacks in the league.

Colston Loveland News / ChiCitySports / September 9

Bears TE Colston Loveland shares big announcement before NFL season

The Chicago Bears are set to open their 2026 regular season on Sunday. Colston Loveland will play a bigger role this year and he shared a huge announcement four days before their first game.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 9

Four Reasons Why the Bears Could Win Super Bowl 61

A pivotal 2026 season awaits the Chicago Bears. After shocking the NFL world with an NFC North championship and a miraculous Wild Card win over the Green Bay Packers, the Bears face heightened expectations for the first time since at least 2019.

NFL News / Field Level Media / September 9

Bears, Panthers powered by connected past, collide in Week 1

Presented with the opportunity to draft Bryce Young with the No. 1 overall pick in 2023, the Chicago Bears opted for delayed gratification. General manager Ryan Poles found a trade partner in the Carolina Panthers, swapped the No.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / September 9

Ben Johnson, Bears expected to light fantasy football world on fire

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson has made his desire to lead the NFL’s best offense no secret. Now, the fantasy football world has taken notice. During the 2025 season, Chicago finished sixth in total offense, averaging 369.2 yards per game.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 9

Bears Signed DB Keidron Smith To Practice Squad

The Chicago Bears announced they have signed DB Keidron Smith to the practice squad. They had an open slot available. 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.

Ben Johnson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 9

Bears’ Ben Johnson’s LT competition announcement comes with warning to winner

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles praised head coach Ben Johnson for effectively eliminating the risk of post-playoff complacency. In an interview with The New York Times, Poles noted that Johnson’s strong offseason approach kept the organization from becoming too relaxed after last year’s surprising postseason success.

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / September 8

Bears Name Braxton Jones Starting LT; Ozzy Trapilo Not Ready To Return

As the Bears prepare for a weekend trip to Carolina to open the season, they are doing so with plans for Braxton Jones to start at left tackle, per ESPN’s Courtney Cronin.

Chicago Bears News / Field Level Media / September 8

Bears optimistic about WR Rome Odunze (foot), CB Kyler Gordon (calf)

The Chicago Bears are optimistic about wide receiver Rome Odunze's availability for Sunday's season opener. Head coach Ben Johnson told reporters Tuesday that Odunze is "more day-to-day right now" with a foot injury sustained in practice last Thursday.

Kyler Gordon News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 8

Bears CB Kyler Gordon Rehabbing Away From Team, Planning To Return Early In Season

According to Ian Rapoport, Bears CB Kyler Gordon is rehabbing his calf injury away from the team with his own trainer. However, Rapoport says Gordon is planning to return a few weeks into the season and resume practicing. Gordon is on injured reserve right now and would have to miss the first four games before he’s eligible to return.