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Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 9

NFL Analyst Makes Bold 2026 Coach of the Year Case for Bears' Ben Johnson

The Chicago Bears are at 3-1, and head coach Ben Johnson deserves plenty of credit. Chicago has won games with Caleb Williams, Case Keenum and Tyson Bagent under center.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 9

Bears’ Tyson Bagent behind Mitch Trubisky in backup quarterback rankings

Quarterback Tyson Bagent is set to make another start for the Chicago Bears in Week 5. While he’s clearly earned the trust of head coach Ben Johnson, Bagent is still trying to prove himself to the NFL world at large.

Tyson Bagent News / ChiCitySports / October 9

Tyson Bagent will love latest Chicago Bears injury update

With quarterback Caleb Williams still on the shelf, Chicago Bears fans will be watching each injury update like a hawk. But Williams isn’t the only Bear banged up.

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The 'NFL most receiving-1st downs' quiz

How many of the NFL players to record at least 80 first downs as a receiver in a single season can you name in five minutes?

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 8

Chicago Bears secondary duo earns All-Rookie nomination

The Chicago Bears have built the nucleus of their roster through the NFL Draft. In 2026, they landed a pair of secondary standouts in safety Dillon Thieneman and cornerback Malik Muhammad.

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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 / On Tap Sports Net / October 8

Bears Injury Report: Elliott Downgraded to DNP; Jackson, Thuney, Wright Limited vs Packers

The Chicago Bears released their Thursday injury report ahead of Sunday’s Week 5 matchup against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Three players did not practice Thursday: linebacker Keyshaun Elliott (quadricep), who was downgraded from limited Wednesday, running back Kyle Monangai (thumb/toe), and quarterback Caleb Williams (hamstring).

Kyle Monangai News / Pro Football Rumors / October 8

Bears RB Kyle Monangai Dealing With Turf Toe

Bears running back Kyle Monangai could miss time with a turf toe injury, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. A one- to two-week absence may be on tap for the second-year running back, but his outlook as yet to be decided.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 8

When Was the Last Time the Chicago Bears Have Been Favored at Lambeau Field?

The great Billy Joel once said, 'the times they are a-changin'. That sentiment can easily be applied to the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers since Ben Johnson landed at O'Hare in the 2025 offseason.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / October 8

Chicago Bears all-in on Ben Johnson’s Packers message

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson wants to leave an unforgettable legacy with the franchise. A big part of how he’ll be remember is how the Bears fare against their rival Green Bay Packers.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 8

Bears-Packers Thursday Injury Report: Latest Updates and Analysis For Week 5

The Chicago Bears opened Week 5 with a lengthy injury report as they prepare to face the Green Bay Packers. Several key players missed Wednesday’s practice, including quarterback Caleb Williams, running backs Kyle Monangai and D’Andre Swift, and offensive linemen Jonah Jackson, Joe Thuney and Darnell Wright.

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Chicago Bears News / Field Level Media / October 8

Bears RB D'Andre Swift limited, Kyle Monangai DNP again

Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift was a limited participant in practice Thursday, one day after sitting out the session due to hip and knee injuries.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / October 8

D’Andre Swift isn’t in the doghouse despite soft benching in Week 4 and the Bears will need more from him against Packers

Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift was pulled out of the game in Week 4 after his near-costly turnover but the Bears aren’t expected to punish him moving forward.

Kyler Gordon News / ChiCitySports / October 8

Chicago Bears coach gives Kyler Gordon a reality check before Packers game

The injury report looks promising for a couple of Chicago Bears defenders who started the season on injured reserve/physically unable to perform. Cornerback

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 8

Bears get crucial running back injury updates ahead of Packers game

The Chicago Bears are preparing for a huge rivalry game this weekend. Chicago will travel to Lambeau to face Green Bay in Week 5 for a massive NFC North showdown.

Tyson Bagent News / EasySportz / October 8

Tyson Bagent Embraces Heated Packers Rivalry

The tension between the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers is reaching a boiling point. For a while, the rivalry felt a bit flat because Chicago wasn’t winning.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 8

3 Bears Whose Roster Spots Could be in Jeopardy With Players Returning From IR

The Chicago Bears a few tough decisions to make over the next two weeks. They opened up the 21-day practice windows for linebacker Noah Sewell and defensive lineman Shemar Turner on September 23.

Caleb Williams News / A to Z Sports / October 8

Latest update on Caleb Williams’ recovery paints a cloudy picture on when the Bears could expect to have the starting QB back on the field

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is continuing to rehab from his Grade 2 hamstring injury but is still considered week-to-week while the Bears are 2-0 without him.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 8

Ideal Defensive Line Trade Acquisition for Bears Is Not an Edge Rusher

As it draws closer to this year's later Nov. 10 trade deadline, the contending Bears will be attached more and more to potential players to acquire. Barring some sort of unforeseen disaster between now and then, they'll be in the playoff hunt and can use help.

Chicago Bears News / TWSN / October 8

Chicago’s Running Back Conversation Just Got Complicated

The Chicago Bears walked out of their dominant win over the Jets with clarity at quarterback and a brand‑new storyline at running back. Kyle Monangai didn’t just step up when D’Andre Swift fumbled early.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 8

Chicago Bears Defensive Report Card One Quarter Into 2026 NFL Season

The Chicago Bears' defense got off to a horrid start to the season after allowing 37 points to the Carolina Panthers in Week 1. However, since then, Dennis Allen's unit has been putting the clamps on opponents, with just 28 points allowed combined throughout the previous three weeks.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 7

Jordan Morgan knows how Packers can quiet Ben Johnson, Bears

The Green Bay Packers know there's only one way to deal with the bravado coming from the Chicago Bears and their head coach, Ben Johnson.

Packers HC Matt LaFleur has strong words for Bears ahead of Week 5

Jordan Love draws high praise amid Packers' struggling running game

Bears make a huge leap in ESPN's NFL Power Rankings

Bears player suddenly retires a day after playing his final game

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Dillon Thieneman News / A to Z Sports / October 7

Bears rookie Dillon Thieneman already looks like the draft pick everyone overthought, and Chicago’s defense is better for it

Chicago Bears safety Dillon Thieneman has been all over the field early in his career, and two NFL draft analysts singled him out while revisiting which 2026 picks landed in exactly the right place.