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NFC Notes: Ben Johnson, Tucker Kraft, Bears, Packers, Vikings

Ben Johnson enters his second year as the Bears’ head coach after leading them to the NFC North title and Divisional Round. When asked what he learned

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How Caleb Williams' Command of Ben Johnson's Offense Will Take Him to the Next Level

Despite a breakout season in 2025, one in which Caleb Williams fell agonizingly short of Chicago Bears history, the third-year quarterback knows that he has plenty of growing yet to do.

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Jordan van den Berg's Minicamp Issue Gives Bears Rookie Clear Focus for Training Camp

One of the Chicago Bears' solutions to their defensive line issues was drafting Jordan van den Berg out of Georgia Tech back in April. The Bears had a

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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

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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.

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Gerald McCoy Accuses Bears Coaches of 'Creating Bad Habits' and Warren Sapp Agrees

One of the points of emphasis mentioned by Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson this offseason was doing a better job coaching. Johnson referenced that on multiple occasions, and most notably when talking about how the team can improve its pass-rush, which finished tied for the seventh-fewest sacks in 2025.

Cole Kmet News / ChiCitySports / June 13

Chicago Bears have had ‘honest’ conversations with Cole Kmet

The Chicago Bears have drafted two tight ends in the last two years, and it’s fair to wonder how much more time Cole Kmet has with the team. Colston Loveland, the No.

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Chicago Bears can make massive trade ahead of 2026 season

The Chicago Bears have been one of the teams looking to make a big splash ahead of Week 1. They had a clear weakness following the 2025 season, and that was getting to the quarterback defensively.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / June 13

Caleb Williams turns heads at Summer Smash Festival

Caleb Williams has had an eventful 2026 so far. He led the Chicago Bears to a Divisional Round matchup against the Los Angeles Rams on Jan. 18. Although they lost 20-17 in overtime, he earned respect across the NFL and proved his doubters wrong.

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Chicago Bears Called Best Landing Spot for Pro Bowl EDGE with Ties to Dennis Allen

The Chicago Bears got some good news when it comes to their edge rushers group during minicamp, but that doesn't erase the overall concerns the team has at the position.

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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

NFL News / ChiCitySports / June 12

Caleb Williams responds to Micah Parsons’ blunt warning

Caleb Williams entered the NFL as the No. 1 pick in 2024. He has since embraced playing for the Chicago Bears and the rivalry the franchise has with the Green Bay Packers.

Ben Johnson News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 12

Ben Johnson Promises Brutal Bears Training Camp as Roster Fights Heat Up

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Anyone who sat waiting with bated breath to hear who was ahead in various position battles at Bears minicamp or OTAs is going to be awfully disappointed.

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The '6+ three-pointer NBA Finals games' quiz

The 'Single-playoff goal leaders' quiz

The 'Youngest 30-point NBA Finals games' quiz

The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

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QB Caleb Williams, Bears capture attention of analyst

Caleb Williams, Bears capture attention of NFL analyst before 2026 season

Ben Johnson and the Chicago Bears went from being a laughingstock in the NFL to a Super Bowl contender in just one season, and that's caught the attention of people covering the NFL.

Bears QB Caleb Williams' eyebrow-raising comments should put NFL on notice

Ben Johnson, Bears are sitting on a goldmine in underrated talent

2026 NFL make-or-break team: One player under pressure from every franchise

The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

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Bears Named Landing Spot for Ex-Pro Bowler Amid Injuries, Competition in Secondary

The Chicago Bears just finished off mandatory minicamp this week and it's clear the team has some questions to answer in the secondary ahead of training camp next month.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / June 12

Caleb Williams gets honest on Bears training camp after ‘drowning’ last year

Caleb Williams’ 2025 NFL season was nothing short of spectacular. He led the Chicago Bears to their best record since 2018. They finished with an 11-6 record en route to winning the NFC North title. Chicago qualified for the postseason for the first time since the 2020 season.

Malik Muhammad News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 12

Malik Muhammad Is Already Becoming a Coaching Priority for the Bears

The Chicago Bears don't have many true position battles this year, but one of the more important ones is at cornerback. Jaylon Johnson is, of course, the No.

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2 underrated Bears sleepers who could break out in 2026 NFL season

The Chicago Bears are far from being the once rebuilding curiosity. Of course, most of the attention will naturally gravitate toward Caleb Williams. However, the Bears’ path toward becoming a legitimate contender may ultimately depend on a pair of lesser-known contributors.

Adam Schefter News / HITC / June 12

Chicago Bears’ $5bn move to Indiana a ‘done deal’ claims ESPN’s Adam Schefter

Adam Schefter has claimed the Chicago Bears’ proposed move to Hammond, Indiana is no bluff, describing the stadium push as close to a done deal. The Bears’ stadium saga has dragged through Chicago, Arlington Heights, and now Northwest Indiana, but this latest turn feels different.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / June 12