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On YouTubeChicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / December 31
Bears' likely playoff opponent makes huge addition to defense
When some NFL players hit the open market, they don't remain available for long. Just hours after the Dallas Cowboys released Trevon Diggs, the Green Bay Packers swooped in and claimed the two-time Pro Bowl cornerback off waivers.
Ben Johnson News / Larry Brown Sports / December 31
Ben Johnson has awkward exchange with reporter over infamous Bears stat
Whether he wanted one or not, Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson got a history lesson from the team’s media on Wednesday. Johnson was asked if there was any added incentive to get quarterback Caleb Williams over 4,000 passing yards for the season during the team’s final game.
Noah Sewell News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 31
Bears Made Two Moves, Put LB Noah Sewell On IR
The Chicago Bears announced they have placed LB Noah Sewell on injured reserve with his Achilles injury. The team also restored TE Nikola Kalinic to the practice squad from the practice squad injured list. Sewell, 23, was selected in the fifth round by the Bears in the 2023 draft.
The 'Top-50 all-time NFL rushers' quiz
How many of the 50 NFL players with the most career rushing yards can you name in six minutes?
The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run
Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.
Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / December 31
Bears legend reveals when Caleb Williams won him over
Despite being the consensus first-overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft, Caleb Williams was, and remains to this day, a polarizing quarterback. Many fans and analysts doubted whether his 'backyard' style of football would transfer to the NFL.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / December 31
Chicago Bears expect wide receiver to be good for regular season finale
The Chicago Bears will end their regular season with a rematch from week 2 against the eliminated Detroit Lions. While the Bears have already clinched the NFC North title and a spot in the postseason, the team still has a lot to play for in the regular season finale.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / December 31
This weakness could be a major problem for the Bears in the playoffs
The Chicago Bears are one game away from locking in the No. 2 overall seed in the NFC, especially with the news that Philadelphia plans to rest most of its plays against the Washington Commanders this weekend.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / December 31
Bears’ playoff opponent may have just been decided, and it’s a doozy
The Chicago Bears are entering their regular-season finale against the Detroit Lions as the No. 2 seed in the NFC thanks to their tiebreaker over the Philadelphia Eagles, who they beat on Black Friday last month.
Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game
For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / December 31
Chicago Bears provide curious update on Rome Odunze, Luther Burden III
The Chicago Bears will host the Detroit Lions on Sunday to finish the regular season. While the Bears cannot earn the NFC’s No. 1 seed after a 42-38 loss to the San Francisco 49ers on “Sunday Night Football”, Chicago can clinch the No.
NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / December 31
Cowboys' release of Trevon Diggs is a warning to Bears' Ryan Poles
The Dallas Cowboys shocked the NFL world on Tuesday when they released two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Trevon Diggs. Diggs, who had made a run at the single-season interception record in 2021 when he racked up 11 picks in six games, had signed a massive five-year, $97 million extension in July of 2023.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / December 31
Bears vs. Lions Week 18 Broadcast Map: Will you be able to watch Chicago's regular season finale on TV?
One game stands between the Chicago Bears and the first-round of the NFC playoffs and it's still going to be a big one on Sunday when the Bears host the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field.
Colston Loveland News / A to Z Sports / December 31
Bears veteran’s new nickname for Colston Loveland says everything about the trust the team has in the rookie tight end
When the Chicago Bears drafted tight end Colston Loveland with the 10th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, the Bears were hoping to land a big-time player that could shine in big moments.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / December 31
Chicago Bears linked to top edge rusher in this PFF mock draft
The Chicago Bears have been dominating throughout the season following their 0-2 start to the year. They are sitting as the second seed in the NFC Playoffs and are expected to have a late first-round pick in the 2026 draft.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / December 31
Ryan Poles' rookie class might be best since the Mike Ditka era
GM Ryan Poles had absorbed a ton of heat at the bye week for this year's Bears draft, even though his selections were heavily influenced by Ben Johnson .
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / December 30
Chicago Bears rookie ranks 4th in PFF ratings this season
The Chicago Bears have been impressing people throughout the league with their young talent impacting winning right away. With the team looking to lock up the second seed in the NFC this week, they are continuing to dominate.
Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 30
NFC Notes: Brian Flores, Jaquan Brisker, Bears, Giants, Vikings
Bears DB Jaquan Brisker said he felt the defense let the offense down, and they still gained enough points to win the game. “We let the offense down,” Brisker said, via Bears Wire.
NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / December 31
Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions preview, betting for Week 18
My how things have changed since Week 2, when the Bears went to Detroit for the much-anticipated reunion game for Ben Johnson against his former boss. Facing Dan Campbell in Week 2 didn't turn out to be the best scheduling for Johnson, as his team hadn't yet figured out his offense.
Chicago Bears News / Larry Brown Sports / December 29
Ben Johnson admits to screwing up Bears’ final play
Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson admitted that he erred on the team’s final play in their loss to the San Francisco 49ers. The Bears had one chance to get a game-winning touchdown on 2nd and goal with five seconds left in Sunday’s 42-38 loss at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca.
Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / December 29
Bears Fear Achilles Tear For Noah Sewell
The Bears lost out on the opportunity to secure the No. 1 seed during their loss yesterday. The team’s defense was also dealt a blow in the process. Linebacker Noah Sewell was carted off the field Sunday and quickly ruled out with an ankle injury.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / December 29
Bears defense proves it isn't ready for prime time
The Bears have seemingly got every fortuitous bounce during this magical turnaround season, and it was fair to question whether they could hang with the league’s best offenses without generating takeaways.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / December 29
Bears QB Caleb Williams is a rising star, but this issue is preventing him from reaching his ceiling
Williams is already an impressive talent, but he could be even better if he fixes one glaring problem.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / December 29
Bears, Caleb Williams may regret missed wide-open throw on final drive vs. 49ers
The Chicago Bears lost a heartbreaking game to the San Francisco 49ers on a game-ending incomplete pass from the two-yard line, but there was a play earlier on Chicago's final march down the field that the Bears could rue forever.
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