Chicago Bears: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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.

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.

Ben Johnson News / A to Z Sports / June 10

Ben Johnson sends a bold message to teams thinking they can figure him out after his first season with the Bears

The entire NFL got a 19-game sample to understand what Ben Johnson’s offense will look like for the Chicago Bears and Johnson isn’t concerned about any team getting the upper hand against him.

Caleb Williams News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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?

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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.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

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.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 10

Stock Up, Down for Chicago Bears Draft Picks After Day 1 of Mandatory Minicamp

The Chicago Bears turned the page to the next chapter of their offseason program when the Bears began their mandatory minicamp on Tuesday afternoon. If you missed anything that happened on Day 1 of minicamp, don't worry because we've got you covered with our biggest takeaways from the session, which covers standouts, injuries and more.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 10

Micah Parsons Praises Caleb Williams, Then Fires Warning Shot at Bears QB

After Caleb Williams' breakout season in 2025, he's been a near-constant topic of conversation in the NFL world. From winning the Moment of the Year award

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 10

Former Fan-Favorite Ian Wheeler Proves That He Belongs with the Bears

Every offseason, one or two players capture the hearts and minds of Chicago Bears fans with their plucky, underdog attitude and strong preseason performances.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 9

Chicago Bears have surprise rookie turning heads at minicamp

There were plenty of critics when the Chicago Bears used a third-round pick on LSU wide receiver Zavion Thomas. Thomas recorded 41 receptions for 488 yards and four touchdowns during his final season with the Tigers.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / June 9

Chicago Bears: Caleb Williams humbled with multiple INTs at minicamp

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams put the NFL on notice late last season and in January when he helped engineer exciting comebacks against the Green Bay Packers and Los Angeles Rams.

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 9

Plan Could Breathe New Life Into Illinois' Bears Stadium Hopes

The never-ending story of the Bears stadium is just that. It hasn't ended even after the Bears said they're focusing now on Indiana. For one, where in Indiana?

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 9

Colston Loveland’s comments hint at who WR1 might be for Bears’ Caleb Williams

Quarterback Caleb Williams proved to be a strong fit in Ben Johnson’s offense by leading the Chicago Bears on a run to the Divisional Round. In 2026, he is looking to prove his past season wasn’t a fluke while further reaching for his No.

D.J. Moore News / Total Pro Sports / June 9

Chicago Bears Predicted To Land 11,504-Yard WR As Dream Replacement For DJ Moore

The Chicago Bears surprised many around the NFL when they traded veteran wide receiver DJ Moore to the Buffalo Bills earlier this offseason. The move created more flexibility for the franchise, but it also left a major opening in the receiving corps.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 9

Bears receive mixed bag defensive injury update at minicamp

The Chicago Bears officially began mandatory minicamp on Tuesday as the club prepares for the 2026-27 season. With head coach Ben Johnson further evaluating his team, the defense received a mixed bag of injury updates for three key players.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 9

Biggest Takeaways From Chicago Bears' First Practice of Mandatory Minicamp

The Chicago Bears kicked off mandatory minicamp on Tuesday and the session was also open to the media, so we got an inside look at what went on during Day 1.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / June 9

Bears should instantly jump on this WR who is predicted to get cut

The Chicago Bears‘ wide receiver room was an area of strength last season, and it played a major role in Caleb Williams having a very impressive sophomore campaign.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / June 9

Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams reacts to engagement announcement

Caleb Williams continues to become a major part of the Chicago Bears culture. In just two seasons, he has helped the franchise bounce back. The 24-year-old quarterback led the Bears to their best NFL record since 2018.

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

Tyson Bagent News / Yardbarker / June 7