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Ben Johnson Proving Elite Coaching is Worth $50 Million in Cap Space

Ben Johnson was the hottest name in the head coaching market for two years while serving as offensive coordinator of the Detroit Lions, and for good reason.

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Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams shares powerful message on mental health

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is a true role model on and off the gridiron. The 24-year-old signal-caller enters Year 3 as one of the most exciting players in the league. Williams threw for 3,942 yards, 27 touchdowns and posted a 90.1 passer rating in 2025.

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Chicago mayor rips ‘ultra-rich’ in last-ditch attempt to block Bears’ stadium move

One of the biggest stories of the last few months for the Chicago Bears is what their next home stadium will be. While team loyalists pine for the Bears to stay put in the iconic Soldier Field, the team is considering multiple new locations, including one in Indiana and one in the Illinois city of Arlington Heights.

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Ranking the NFC North Tight Ends: Colston Loveland Stands Atop a Loaded Division

In the 2026 NFL draft, we saw an unexpected run on tight ends in the second and third rounds, with eight selected between picks No. 54 and No. 95. Perhaps this shouldn't have been surprising, however.

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The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz

36 NFL quarterbacks have thrown for over 35,000 passing yards in their careers. How many of the 36 can you name in six minutes?

The 'NFL Comeback Players of the Year' quiz

The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz

Tyrique Stevenson News / ChiCitySports / May 6

Chicago Bears prefer Tyrique Stevenson to rookie in bizarre post-draft twist

The Chicago Bears didn’t draft as many Week 1 guaranteed starters in the 2026 NFL Draft as much as they added depth for competition at multiple spots on the offense and defense this offseason.

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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

Colston Loveland News / ChiCitySports / May 6

Chicago Bears’ Colston Loveland turns heads after move for community

After a strong 2025 season, Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland is gaining more support and recognition from local fans. The Idaho native recorded 58 receptions for 713 yards and six touchdowns last season.

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Proposed Bears Free-Agent Signing Would Offer More Help at Linebacker and Edge Rusher

The Chicago Bears have more than one need left to address on the defensive side of the ball. We know about interior defensive line and edge rusher, but the linebacker position is another one to keep an eye on after the injury to T.J.

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Bears and Ravens Would Be Perfect Trade Partners if Logan Jones Takes Starting Job

The Chicago Bears threw more than one curveball during the 2026 NFL Draft, and one of those curveballs was the selection of Iowa center Logan Jones. That's not to say that a center pick was a total shock, because it was not.

Dayo Odeyingbo News / ChiCitySports / May 5

Chicago Bears’ $48 million nightmare has no end in sight

Last offseason, the Chicago Bears attempted to address their pass rush by signing Dayo Odeyingbo to a three-year, $48 million contract, a move that was well-regarded at the time thanks to Odeyingbo’s largely successful run with the Indianapolis Colts.

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Chicago Bears: Mayor Brandon Johnson trying to sabotage stadium deal

The Chicago Bears are waiting on the Illinois Senate to pass a megaprojects bill that would provide the team with property tax relief for a new stadium project in Arlington Heights.

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The Potential for a Dramatic Reversal in Dennis Allen's Bears Defense

The lack of edge rushers, or impactful defensive tackles added to this Bears defensive front, triggered virtually all criticism of what GM Ryan Poles did during this offseason.

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25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

Montez Sweat News / ChiCitySports / May 5

Chicago Bears linked to $12 million pass rusher to pair opposite Montez Sweat

General Manager Ryan Poles checked a big box by adding Dillon Thieneman to the safety room during the NFL Draft, but the Chicago Bears still have one major need to address if the franchise hopes to lift coordinator Dennis Allen’s defense to the next level in 2026.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / May 5

Bears' Success Means Chaotic Schedule That Makes Already Tough Slate More Difficult

NFL teams prefer to have a consistent schedule over the course of the regular season, but the Chicago Bears might not have that luxury in 2026. With success