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Montez Sweat reveals Bears’ 2025 difference-maker

Ben Johnson’s arrival in the Windy City has undeniably had a huge impact on the Chicago Bears. In his first season as the NFC East franchise’s sideline boss, Johnson managed to steer the Bears to an 11-6 record — the most wins Chicago has had in a season since 2018, when the team went 12-4.

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Coby Bryant is bringing a championship mindset and level of play to the Bears defense at mandatory minicamp

Chicago Bears safety Coby Bryant is finally starting to introduce himself to his new teammates both on and off the field during mandatory minicamp. The

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / June 11

Jaylon Johnson has big day as Chicago Bears’ minicamp begins

The Chicago Bears began mandatory minicamp on Tuesday afternoon in what was a muggy day at Halas Hall. The next three days will be the final practices for Ben Johnson’s team as they will break until training camp in late July.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / June 10

Caleb Williams has a message for his haters after big career move

Caleb Williams made Chicago Bears franchise history as the first player to appear on the cover of Madden 27. While many celebrated his achievement, others questioned whether he deserved the honor.

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The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

Some of the greatest players in NFL history have graced the cover of "Madden." How many of these players can you name in five minutes?

The 'Offensive Rookies of the Year' quiz

The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most career passing touchdowns' quiz

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 10

Bears' Super Bowl Hopes May Depend on a Defense Critics Are Reading Wrong

For the first time in seven years, the Chicago Bears face an upcoming NFL season with genuine hope of a bright future. They won the NFC North division title in 2025, pulled off a miraculous Wild Card win over the Green Bay Packers, and took a dominant L.A.

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The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / June 10

Patrick Mahomes’ record-breaking extension just gave the Bears the absolute worst news ahead of contract talks with Caleb Williams

The Chicago Bears have started laying the foundation for a contract extensions with quarterback Caleb Williams and those plans just got shaken up in a big way by Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 10

Ben Johnson's Praise Suggests Kalif Raymond Could Matter More for Bears in 2026

Ben Johnson loves to try to gain any sort of advantage he can when dealing with Packers coach Matt LaFleur, based on last year's games. Johnson hasn't

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / June 10

Ben Johnson has high expectations for Chicago Bears’ second year tight end

With mandatory minicamp beginning Tuesday for the Chicago Bears, one of the biggest goals for the team is taking Ben Johnson’s offense to the next level,

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / June 10

‘Motivated’ Dayo Odeyingbo returned to team drills on the first day of Mandatory Minicamp, much to the surprise of Ben Johnson

Chicago Bears defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo was a big ticket addition last offseason who’s first season was cut short due to injury. His return at mandatory minicamp was the first positive step in what the team is looking to see.

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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.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / June 10

Chicago Bears have concerning injury update on key pass-rusher

After failing to seriously address the defensive line during free agency and the draft, the Chicago Bears were planning on using a few techniques to help the unit rush the passer this fall.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 10

Chicago Bears Veterans Who Gained and Lost Ground on Day 1 of Minicamp

For the first time this offseason, the Chicago Bears had all of their healthy rookies and veterans on the practice field for the first day of mandatory minicamp on Tuesday.

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The 'Youngest 30-point NBA Finals games' quiz

The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most 20-point, 10-rebound seasons' quiz

The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

Chicago Bears News / Total Apex Sports / June 10

JB Pritzker Calls Out Chicago Bears: 'Come Talk to Us' About Staying in Illinois

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is done waiting for the Chicago Bears to make the next move. With the team exploring stadium options outside the city, and even outside the state, Pritzker made it clear this week that the door is wide open for negotiations.

Jaylon Johnson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 10

Jaylon Johnson sends loud minicamp reminder of dominant potential

The Chicago Bears are ready to claw their way back to the playoffs in 2026. Chicago made some solid moves this offseason and should be in the hunt for the NFC North crown this fall.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 10

Jaylon Johnson Opens Bears Minicamp With Statement That Could Silence Doubters

Jaylon Johnson has been a franchise cornerstone since the Bears drafted him in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft. While he has rarely received the recognition that he deserves, he's been one of the league's top cover men throughout much of his career.

Colston Loveland News / A to Z Sports / June 10

Colston Loveland sends clear message on Year 2 goals and it reveals why the Bears may have only scratched the surface of his potential

Chicago Bears second-year tight end Colston Loveland exploded onto the season during the second-half of the 2025-26 season. His assessment? It was good for a rookie as he aims to accomplish even more.

Chicago Bears News / Football Analysis / June 10

Bears’ New Stadium Hunt Sparks a Bidding War Between Two Mystery Teams

The phone started ringing in Hammond, Indiana, and the callers weren’t from Chicago. Once the Bears’ board of directors voted to advance a stadium development project across the state line, Northwest Indiana officials found themselves fielding interest from franchises nobody expected.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / June 10

Bears DT Gervon Dexter Sr. has plenty of motivation behind him to finally have his breakout season at a critical time

Chicago Bears former second-round pick Gervon Dexter Sr. is set to enter into a contract year in 2026 and is one of the key players the team is hoping can turn the corner to improve the overall defensive pass rush.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / June 10

Chicago Bears predicted to land freakish 6-foot-6 pass rusher

The Chicago Bears had some very key needs heading into the offseason, and one of the most glaring was their pass rush. Montez Sweat is really the only reliable pass rusher on the team right now.

Adam Schefter News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 10

Bears rumors: Indiana move no bluff after Illinois politics ‘f’d up’ new stadium, per Adam Schefter

The Chicago Bears could be one step closer to leaving Illinois. Chicago’s Board of Directors voted to advance a stadium development project in Hammon, Indiana.

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 10

Ben Johnson, Bears encouraged to add former Cowboys star to lineup

Depending on his asking price, it's a deal that realistically could happen before September.

Bears fans should be terrified over this fresh NFC North ranking

Chicago Bears star is the center of this bold take by ESPN analyst

Packers' Tucker Kraft gets massive contract extension prediction

The 'Active NFL receiving-yards leaders' quiz

Entertainment News / Athlon Sports / June 9

Ten best football movies of all time

Football may be the most popular sport in the United States, and the United States may be home to Hollywood, but the game lacks when it comes to great sports movies.

Greatest Sports Movie Quotes of All Time

Chicago Bears News / Football Analysis / June 9

Bears’ $39M Franchise QB Names Chicago’s Biggest Tormentor His No. 2 All-Time

Caleb Williams sat down for an interview and did something no Bears quarterback is supposed to do. He praised Aaron Rodgers. Not a polite nod. Not a diplomatic hedge about respecting the game.

Tyson Bagent News / Yardbarker / June 7