Chicago Bears: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / June 14

Chicago Bears could lose Caleb Williams for playoffs without new contract

The Chicago Bears will have 18 games for Caleb Williams to play under his rookie contract for sure. Then some drama could ensue, and it could come before the Bears play in the postseason (should they make it that far).

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 14

Cairo Santos May Be Expanding His Range at Bears Minicamp and That Matters

The Bears closed out minicamp on Thursday, and there were a few notable takeaways on both sides of the ball. However, one of the most positive developments came via the third phase.

Coby Bryant News / ChiCitySports / June 14

Bears fans react to Coby Bryant’s statement during Super Bowl ring ceremony

Coby Bryant signed with the Chicago Bears on March 11. He agreed to a three-year, $40 million contract with the franchise after spending the first four seasons of his NFL career with the Seattle Seahawks.

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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?

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The 'Most career passing touchdowns' quiz

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 14

Why Chicago Bears Backfield Renion with an MVP Appears Unlikely

When Ian Wheeler played for the Bears, it led to an emotional moment for a national TV audience and eventually his departure from Chicago. Now it's worth wondering whether they might be interested in bringing him back to Chicago, although the more accurate question might be whether he would even be interested in returning.

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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.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 14

3 Bears in danger of getting cut after 2026 minicamp

Head coach Ben Johnson got off to a strong start with the Chicago Bears, leading the franchise to their first NFC North title since 2018. Johnson and the Bears will now enter the 2026 season trying to prove they aren’t a fluke and that they’ll be contenders for the foreseeable future.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 14

Predicting the Chicago Bears' 53-Man Roster After Minicamp

It was predictable, although in the past similar questions to the head coach at the end of offseason practices met with varied responses. No one wants to show their cards now and Ben Johnson wasn't when asked who jumped out at him during offseason work.

Zavion Thomas News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 14

Early Signs Point to Major Role for Rookie Zavion Thomas With Chicago Bears

Out of all of the Chicago Bears' rookies, third-round pick Zavion Thomas might be having the best offseason and the early signs are pointing toward the young wideout having a big role.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 14

Bears’ Caleb Williams going from ‘drowning’ to ‘fun’ under Ben Johnson is scary for NFL

Entering his second season with third-year quarterback Caleb Williams, Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson recently made an eye-opening admission about his development in the Windy City.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / June 14

Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams reveals the hardest hit he’s ever taken

Caleb Williams had his best NFL season in 2025. Many doubted him after he had a disappointing rookie campaign, but he silenced his critics with strong performances.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 14

Biggest Winners and Losers From Chicago Bears Minicamp

The Bears held their veteran minicamp this week, and they were a bit healthier than expected, with a few surprise appearances from Dayo Odeyingbo and T.J.

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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 14

Chicago Bears have a top running back duo heading into 2026 season

The Chicago Bears are gearing up for a strong 2026 season out of their running backs. With the team having the third-best rushing offense in the NFL in 2025, this is expected to be a strength for the Bears in 2026.

Kyler Gordon News / Pro Football Rumors / June 13

Bears CB Kyler Gordon Remains Injured Through Minicamp

Kyler Gordon made only five combined regular and postseason appearances in 2025. Well into the offseason, the veteran cornerback has still not been able to participate in practices.

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / June 13

Bears Announce More Front Office Updates

As the Bears have continued to update staff positions on their website over the past few days, Neil Stratton of SucceedinFootball.com has noticed a few new changes in the team’s front office.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 13

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

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 13

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.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 13

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

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.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / June 13

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.

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.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / June 12

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

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