Chicago Bears: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / October 30

Surprise Bears pass rush standout catches Ben Johnson’s attention

Over their last two games, the Chicago Bears have been severely shorthanded in their pass rush. Montez Sweat was suspended for a PED violation while Dayo Odeyingbo was on injured reserve with a quad ailment.

Chicago Bears News / Field Level Media / October 29

Report: Bears, Illinois near agreement to keep team in Chicagoland

Illinois is close to a deal with the Bears that would keep the franchise close to Chicago -- and out of Indiana -- according to a report in Crain's Chicago Business.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 29

Bears QB Caleb Williams reacts to Luther Burden III’s pregame moment

The Chicago Bears’ Week 7 game against the New England Patriots was a successful one. They won their second consecutive game, performing admirably in front of their fans and families at Soldier Field.

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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?

The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

The 'Active 5-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz

The '2K yards through 2 NFL seasons' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Jeffery Simmons News / ChiCitySports / October 29

Report: Chicago Bears Jeffery Simmons deal to open trade deadline floodgates

The Chicago Bears wanted to be aggressive at the trade deadline. They did so by landing All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons in a deal with the Tennessee Titans.

Kyle Monangai News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 29

Bears’ Kyle Monangai gets discouraging injury update ahead of Seahawks clash

The Chicago Bears have a challenging assignment in Week 8 when they travel to the Pacific Northwest to take on the Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks Monday night.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / October 29

Bears’ Caleb Williams throws subtle shade at Vikings before Seahawks battle

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams will draw the full attention of any defense he plays. His ability to escape the pocket and make big plays is unlike most other QBs in the NFL.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / October 29

Bears QB Caleb Williams slapped with another big NFL punishment

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is back on the field after being out for three games with an injury, but he's already getting slapped with punishment from the NFL.

Bears' Caleb Williams makes defiant decision after NFL fines him over cleats

Ex-NFL QB argues Caleb Williams’ MVP case

Bears' historic Jeffery Simmons trade highlights shifting league priorities

The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

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.

Jeffery Simmons News / ChiCitySports / October 29

Chicago Bears: Seahawks player concerned about Jeffery Simmons trade

The Chicago Bears are set to showcase their newest addition on “Monday Night Football” in Week 8 when they travel to play the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks.

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / October 29

Report: Bears Close to Illinois Stadium Deal, Arlington Heights Favored

The Chicago Bears may not be leaving Illinois after all. Greg Hinz of Crain’s Chicago Business reported Thursday morning that the team is close to a deal to stay in the state, with a new stadium in Arlington Heights the most likely outcome.

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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz

The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / October 29

Bears Waive Jamree Kromah, Sign Josh Butler to Practice Squad

The Chicago Bears waived defensive lineman Jamree Kromah and signed defensive back Josh Butler to the practice squad on Thursday, Oct. 29. The team announced both moves at 3:15 p.m.

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / October 29

Bears Injury Report: Monangai DNP, Malik Muhammad Limited Before Seahawks

The first Bears injury report of Week 8 is out, and running back Kyle Monangai (thumb/toe) is the only player estimated as a non-participant ahead of Monday’s 7:15 p.m.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 29

Bears Injury Week 8 Thursday Injury Report: First Report and Analysis

The Chicago Bears enter Week 8 with another primetime matchup on the schedule. After defeating the defending AFC champions at home in Week 7, Chicago heads to Seattle to face the defending Super Bowl champions.

Chicago Bears News / EssentiallySports / October 29

Bears Reportedly Close to Ending Chicago Exit Rumors as Franchise Nears Signing Illinois Deal

For months, the Chicago Bears said Hammond, Indiana, was their only focus. They said it in August, and they kept saying it. But in the NFL, what a team says in public and what it does behind closed doors are rarely the same thing, and a new report suggests that gap may be wider than anyone realized.

Jeffery Simmons News / ChiCitySports / October 29

Chicago Bears release preseason standout after Jeffery Simmons trade

At 5-2, and with quarterback Caleb Williams playing at an elite level, the Chicago Bears decided to take a massive swing. For two first-round picks and a fourth, the Bears acquired All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons in a trade with the Tennessee Titans.

Chicago Bears News / Total Pro Sports / October 29

Chicago Bears Near Breakthrough Agreement On New Home In Major Update That Nobody Saw Coming

The Chicago Bears spent months insisting they were focused on building a new stadium in Indiana. Seeing them move from Illinois was insane for many people, but the situation looks different now.

Jamree Kromah News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 29

Bears Releasing DE Jamree Kromah

Jordan Schultz reports the Bears are releasing DE Jamree Kromah to create a roster spot for recently acquired DT Jeffery Simmons. The Bears announced they also signed DB Josh Butler to the practice squad.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 29

Chicago Bears ‘close’ to deal on new stadium with officials: Report

Following statements from the Chicago Bears that they were focusing solely on the two sites in Hammond, Indiana, for their new stadium project, there appears to be some movement in Illinois not long after NFL commissioner Roger Goodell met with Gov.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 29

ESPN reporter predicts if Titans could use Simmons trade to replace Ward

ESPN reporter predicts if Titans could use Jeffery Simmons trade to replace Cam Ward

Ward hasn't yet made any sort of leap while playing under first-year offensive coordinator Brian Daboll.

Bears' historic Jeffery Simmons trade highlights shifting league priorities

Bears have declared their Super Bowl window open with Jeffery Simmons acquisition

Bears’ Jeffery Simmons trade reportedly came together overnight

The 'Last 100-receiving-yard rookies' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 29

How does Simmons stack up to legends after Colin Cowherd's hot take?

How does Jeffery Simmons stack up to legends after Colin Cowherd's hot take?

In the aftermath of the Tennessee Titans trading defensive tackle Simmons to the Chicago Bears, fans and media have been busy evaluating the return and debating the impact.

Bears' historic Jeffery Simmons trade highlights shifting league priorities

Bears have declared their Super Bowl window open with Jeffery Simmons acquisition

Bears’ Jeffery Simmons trade reportedly came together overnight

The 'NFL 100-sack club' quiz