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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 5

Where Bears Rank in Average Age of Offense, Defense Going Into 2026 NFL Season

The Chicago Bears are coming off an upstart season in which they went 11-6, won the division and went on to achieve a postseason victory. But Bears fans know all too well it's too early to get excited about a multi-year run.

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Chicago Bears left tackle battle gets X-factor label before Week 1

While the Chicago Bears have invested heavily on their offensive line, left tackle has been a revolving door. That looks to be the case again entering the 2026 campaign.

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A Rebooted 2026 Chicago Bears Game-by-Game Prediction After Camp

Back when the schedule first came out everyone took shots at predicting the week-by-week results for a given team, and the Bears looked capable of double-digit wins based on Ben Johnson's offensive expertise.

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Colston Loveland News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 5

Colston Loveland's Tireless Work Ethic, Even on Off Days, Impressing Bears Teammates

Talent will only get you so far in the NFL. It also takes tireless work ethic and it's pretty clear Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland has both of those qualities.

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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.

Caleb Williams News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 5

2 Bears bold predictions for 2026 NFL season as Caleb Williams tries to finally make 4,000-yard history

The Chicago Bears face significant pressure in 2026. They found a winning combination last season as head coach Ben Johnson and second-year QB Caleb Williams meshed and the Bears rose from last-place to win the NFC North title and then found success with a Wild Card playoff victory.

D'Andre Swift News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 5

Chicago Bears RB D’Andre Swift Could Be Ready to Explode in Contract Year

Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson have raised the level of expectations for the Chicago Bears offense. They not only want to be the highest-scoring in the league this season; They're shooting for the all-time scoring record.

Chicago Bears News / Stadium Rant / September 5

D’Andre Swift Injury Update: 3 Critical Concerns Before Week One

Last Updated: September 4, 2026 D’Andre Swift injury update is more encouraging than it first appeared when Swift made his Thursday’s practice exit. The Chicago Bears have not confirmed a diagnosis or given him a Week One game status.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / September 5

Bears’ Ben Johnson already considered amongst 4th quarter kings

Ben Johnson has always been lauded for his offensive play calling abilities. He proved that making the leap up to head coach with the Chicago Bears wasn’t going to throw a wrench into his plans.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / September 5

5 bold predictions for the Chicago Bears’ offense, including a Top-3 ranking for Colston Loveland and a league-high rushing offense

The Chicago Bears head into the 2026 regular season with an offense that has nuclear potential. Let’s boldly predict how good this unit could actually be this upcoming season and then come back to our predictions after the season.

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Predicting 2026 NFC North Standings: Bears Face a Long Road to a Second Title

The 2026 NFL season is upon us, and the Chicago Bears will play their season opener against the Carolina Panthers in exactly one week. But before we run out of time for preseason predictions, let's project the final standings for the NFC North.

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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 / ChiCitySports / September 5

Bears’ Caleb Williams still chasing Drake Maye for 2024 supremacy

Being selected in the same NFL draft class will forever have your careers intertwined, especially at the quarterback position. In the same draft the Chicago Bears selected Caleb Williams at No.1, players like Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels and Bo Nix all heard their name called in the first round.

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Examining the Real Edge Bears Have in Opening Season Against Panthers

While everyone fretted over the non-injury to Bears running back D'Andre Swift or an uncertain one to wide receiver Rome Oduzne after Thursday's final practice before game week, the really good news went by virtually undiscussed.

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Austin Booker News / ChiCitySports / September 4

Report: Chicago Bears’ Austin Booker makes practice return amid groin injury

The Chicago Bears have been without pass rusher Austin Booker since mid August due to a groin injury. But as Week 1 looms closer, the pass rusher has finally made his return to practice.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 4

Biggest Winners and Losers from Bears 2026 Offseason Includes Both Playcallers

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.

Colston Loveland News / ChiCitySports / September 4

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.

Chicago Bears News / HITC / September 4

Ben Johnson has Bears free agents bought in, but one critical flaw threatens breakthrough season

The Bears have everyone pulling in the same direction. The problem is the secondary may not be healthy enough to join in. Ben Johnson changed the culture in Chicago in year one, winning the NFC North after years of misery.

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.