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Bears HC Ben Johnson talked about RB Kyle Monangai‘s absence last week and how it impacted the running game. “We kind of went into the game with a little bit less in the running back room than we normally do with Monangai being active and going,” Johnson said, via Bears Wire.

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What Losing T.J. Edwards Actually Means for Bears Against Falcons

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Bears' run defense figures to be challenged greatly against Atlanta's NFL rushing leader Bijan Robinson by the absence of starting defensive ends Montez Sweat and Dayo Odeyingbo.

Chicago Bears News / TWSN / October 16

The Chicago Bears Run Game Just Got Elevated

The Bears have battled through injuries all season, but one absence that has quietly impacted the offense is left tackle Ozzy Trapilo. While much of the attention has gone toward Caleb Williams‘ hamstring injury and Kyle Monangai‘s recent injuries, the offensive line has also taken a hit without its starting left tackle.

Ozzy Trapilo News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 16

Should Ozzy Trapilo be the Bears Starting LT? Expectations are High in Season Debut

A pair of the Bears' second-round selections from the 2025 NFL Draft will make their season debuts on Sunday against the Falcons. Defensive lineman Shemar

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Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Rome Odunze Says the Bears Feel Caleb Williams' Absence as His Hamstring Return Nears

Rome Odunze hasn’t hidden what the Chicago Bears have been missing. With Caleb Williams practicing in full Thursday and a return possibly days away, the receiver made it clear how much the offense has felt the quarterback’s absence.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Chicago Bears News / Viral Sports News / October 16

Chicago Bears Announce Brutal RB News on Friday

The Chicago Bears’ ground game faces a familiar test this weekend as they travel to Atlanta without one of their most productive runners. Kyle Monangai has been ruled out for Sunday’s Week 6 matchup against the Falcons because of thumb and turf toe injuries that have already cost him the previous contest.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 16

Chicago Bears make unsurprising final injury announcement before Falcons clash

All eyes will be on quarterback Caleb Williams’ injury status heading into the Chicago Bears vs. Atlanta Falcons matchup. He is questionable, for the record, after getting in three full practices during the week.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Bears Week 6 Final Injury Report: Game Day Status

The Chicago Bears are heading to Atlanta to face the 2-3 Falcons in Week 6, with both teams looking to bounce back from crushing losses in Week 5. Chicago hopes to have star quarterback Caleb Williams back in the lineup, while Atlanta is waiting for Michael Penix Jr. to return sooner rather than later.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 16

Top Matchups that Will Make or Break the Bears in Week 6 vs Falcons

Old-school football fans are in for a treat this Sunday. The Chicago Bears are set to take on the Atlanta Falcons on the road in a matchup of the No. 1 and No.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Caleb Williams News / Field Level Media / October 16

Bears QB Caleb Williams 'on track' for Week 6 return

Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears are optimistic he turned the corner from hamstring injury recovery to full acceleration this week. But head coach Ben Johnson didn't want to declare Williams ready to go Friday.

Ben Johnson News / The Spun / October 16

Ben Johnson Accused Of Hurting Bears With Sideline Antics

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson has taken some heat this week over how he’s acted on the sidelines, and one former player believes he’s doing more harm than good.

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Jaylon Johnson News / ChiCitySports / October 16

Chicago Bears coach sees Jaylon Johnson glimmer of hope despite struggles

Cornerback Jaylon Johnson hasn’t had the start to 2026 that he or the Chicago Bears were hoping for. Entering Week 6, his 42.3 grade from Pro Football Focus ranks 96/104 cornerbacks.

Luther Burden III News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Luther Burden III is Bears X-Factor in Week 6 and Beyond

The Chicago Bears have an opportunity to bounce back in Week 6 when they travel to Atlanta to face the Falcons. With both teams looking to respond after disappointing losses, Chicago needs its young playmakers to step up.

Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 16

Bears Officially Rule Out Four Players For Week 6

The Chicago Bears officially ruled out LB T.J. Edwards, LB Keyshaun Elliott, RB Kyle Monangai, and DL Dayo Odeyingbo for Week 6 against the Falcons. This marks Monangai’s second consecutive game to be ruled out.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 16

Stephen A. Smith gives Caleb Williams harsh lesson after awkward spat with reporter

The Chicago Bears are still without Caleb Williams due to a hamstring injury. Naturally, media members want to ask whether his injury is more serious than anyone is letting on.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 16

Chicago Bears offensive lineman could make season debut in Week 6 matchup with Falcons

The Chicago Bears will travel to Atlanta, Georgia, this weekend to take on the Falcons in a highly anticipated Week 6 matchup. After their embarrassing loss to the Green Bay Packers last Sunday, the Bears will look to right their wrongs against a surging Falcons team.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 16

4 Thoughts Ahead of Bears Week 6 Battle in Atlanta

The Chicago Bears are looking to bounce back in Week 6 after a disappointing loss to the Packers, but they’ll face another challenging test on the road against the Atlanta Falcons.

Shemar Turner News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 16

Shemar Turner Prepared to Emerge for Bears from a 'Dark Tunnel'

Caleb Williams isn't the only Bears player making a likely return this week. During the dog and pony show Thursday that was Caleb Williams' "return press conference," Shemar Turner quietly and simply described his own battle to return from a much more serious injury, one requiring not three or four weeks to overcome but instead nearly a full year.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 16

3 Key Matchups for Bears in Week 6 at Atlanta

The Chicago Bears will look to bounce back from a disappointing Week 5 loss when they travel to Atlanta to face the Falcons on Sunday. With both teams looking to get back on track, several individual matchups could determine the outcome.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 16

Odeyingbo Injury, Sweat Suspension Leaves Bears Depending on Uncertain Cast of Edge Rushers

The Chicago Bears go into their Week 6 game against the Atlanta Falcons with a major problem at edge rusher. The Bears were blindsided earlier this week when it was revealed that their best edge rusher, Montez Sweat, had been suspended for two games for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing substances.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / October 16

Bears star Caleb Williams’ 3-word message will scare opponents

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is still working his way back from a troubling hamstring injury. Whether or not he plays in Week 6 against the Falcons is still up in the air.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / October 15

Bears' Caleb Williams addresses online trolling of his emotional reaction to getting injured

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was injured in Week 2 of the NFL season, and at the time, based off his reaction, the injury appeared to be a serious one.

Bears' Caleb Williams, Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. on track to play in Week 6 clash

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Bears have one major problem after loss to Packers, NFL reporter says

Head coach Ben Johnson and the Bears are assessing what they need to focus on going forward, and one NFL reporter has an idea of their biggest problem.

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