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The long NFL offseason is finally over, and Chicago Bears football is back. Next Sunday, they'll take on the Carolina Panthers in their regular season opener, a game that the Bears are expected to win.

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Bears’ Colston Loveland immediately caught new teammate’s attention

Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland turned plenty of heads during his rookie season. Still, he has his foot on the gas and is trying to take a further step forward in 2026.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 4

6 Bold Predictions For the Chicago Bears 2026 NFL Season

We're now only five days away from the start of the 2026 NFL season. The Chicago Bears (the league's top regression candidates) will be eager to prove their doubters wrong and show that their improbable 2025 campaign was no fluke.

Ray-Ray McCloud News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 4

Bears Release WR Ray-Ray McCloud From Injured Reserve

The Chicago Bears officially cut veteran WR Ray-Ray McCloud from injured reserve with a settlement on Friday, per the NFL Transactions wire. McCloud, 29, is a former sixth-round pick of the Bills back in 2018 out of Clemson.

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How many of the quarterbacks to start at least 150 NFL games in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) can you name in six minutes?

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Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 4

Caleb Williams Names Chicago Bears Teammate 'Who Never Shuts Up'

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was on "Hot Ones" recently and was asked an interesting question about his teammates. The host, Sean Evans, asked Williams to name a teammate "who never shuts up, even in the huddle." It took Williams no time to come up with his answer: wide receiver Jahdae Walker.

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Clark Phillips News / TWSN / September 4

Clark Phillips Will Prove the Chicago Bears Won The Trade

When the Chicago Bears went on to acquire Clark Phillips III in a trade with the Atlanta Falcons, as they shipped Gervon Dexter to Atlanta, it might seem like just a numbers game thing on the surface to make the trade work.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 4

One major concern that could derail the Chicago Bears season

Every NFL team has high aspirations coming into the new season. Whether it is competing for a Super Bowl, making the playoffs, or developing young talent, there’s always a storyline.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 4

Why the Bears Can Feel More Confident in Roschon Johnson for Opener

Last year Roschon Johnson seemed invisible after he had carved out a bit of a niche for himself in the Bears' offense over his first two years when Matt Eberflus was head coach.

Dillon Thieneman News / The Lead / September 4

Dillon Thieneman Has More Pressure on Him Than Expected

When the Chicago Bears selected Dillon Thieneman with the 25th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, there was already going to be pressure. First-round picks are expected to contribute, and Thieneman was viewed as a player talented enough to compete for a starting role immediately.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 4

Bears TE Colston Loveland comments on Ben Johnson’s behavior

Colston Loveland has a lot of respect for Ben Johnson. The second-year tight end has seen how intense he is during practices and games, taking his job seriously.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / September 4

Bears Restructure Contracts Of Joe Thuney, Dayo Odeyingbo, T.J. Edwards

A number of teams found themselves in need of moves to create immediate cap space leading up to the start of the season. The Bears were among them, and a set of restructures has been executed.

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Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 4

Bears create $17 million in cap space with 3 contract tweaks

The Chicago Bears are almost a week away from opening their season against the Carolina Panthers, and many are expecting a big year from the team. As for general manager Ryan Poles, his plan is to build a complete team, and that never stops, which is maybe why he restructured the contracts of several players this late in the offseason.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 4

Chicago Bears RB D’Andre Swift’s 7-word message before contract season

Running back D’Andre Swift is entering the final season of his three-year contract with the Chicago Bears. All offseason, he has put in the work to make sure it counts.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 4

Bears and Cardinals Amount to Ideal Trade Partners After Recent Rumors

It looks like the Chicago Bears are interested in adding to their roster ahead of the 2026 NFL season. In a recent report from ESPN's Dan Graziano, he notes that the Bears are still looking for an edge rusher, and he surmises the Bears could pull off a trade to land one.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 4

Chicago Bears gain $17 million in cap space after trio of contract restructures

The Chicago Bears are putting the finishing touches on their roster as they prepare for the 2026 season. Now, the franchise will have some extra money to work with.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 4

Chicago Bears’ potential trade target appears to be off the table, per reports

During most of this preseason, the Chicago Bears have been rumored to trade for a pass rusher. The defensive line is certainly one of the roster’s weak spots.

Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 4

Bears Restructuring Three Players For Around $17M In Cap Space

ESPN’s Field Yates reports the Bears are restructuring G Joe Thuney, DE Dayo Odeyingbo and LB T.J. Edwards for around $17 million in 2026 cap space. Thuney, Odeyingbo and Edwards were scheduled to have three of the higher cap hits on the team at $16 million, $15.5 million and $8.25 million, respectively.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / September 4

Bears RB D’Andre Swift gets honest on Caleb Williams’ leadership

D’Andre Swift and the Chicago Bears are just over a week away from opening their 2026 regular season. The team is coming off a strong season led by Caleb Williams.

Caleb Williams News / HITC / September 4

Bears star Caleb Williams ends an unpleasant rumor about city of Chicago

Chicago Bears star Caleb Williams speaks out a common misconception about the city. Ahead of Year 3 in the NFL, Caleb Williams has quickly become a crowd favorite for fans of the Chicago Bears.

Chicago Bears News / Viral Sports News / September 3

Chicago Bears Receive Major Update on Injured Running Back

Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift left Thursday’s practice session earlier than planned after appearing to deal with an issue late in the workout.

Chicago Bears News / Field Level Media / September 3

Reports: Bears RB D'Andre Swift, WR Rome Odunze injured at practice

Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift and wide receiver Rome Odunze made early exits from practice on Thursday due to apparent injuries, according to multiple reports.

Rome Odunze News / TWSN / September 3

Chicago Bears' Offense Dodges Major Setback Before Week 1

The Chicago Bears ended up having a scare during Thursday’s practice as Rome Odunze left early with a leg injury. Thankfully, later on, it was reported that Odunze is believed to be “all good” after being evaluated.