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Gerald McCoy Makes Caleb Williams Prediction Chicago Bears Hope Will Come True

The Chicago Bears are hoping Caleb Williams will take a step forward and cement himself as an elite quarterback in 2026. It goes without saying that's the case, but general manager Ryan Poles has basically said as much this offseason, with Poles saying he hopes to get the "green light" from Williams so Chicago can lock him up for the long haul.

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Chicago Bears: Caleb Williams plans to ‘shut everybody up’

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is aware of a negative narrative that’s following him around this offseason. Frankly, there should be nothing but optimism for the 2024 No.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 1

NFC Notes: Colston Loveland, Jameson Williams, Bears, Lions, Vikings

Bears HC Ben Johnson spoke about TE Colston Loveland‘s work ethic and expressed excitement to see whether he can make a second-year jump. “I love what he brings to the table,” Johnson said, via Bears Wire.

Jonathan Taylor News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 1

Why Bears making blockbuster Jonathan Taylor trade with Colts would make them Super Bowl favorites

The Chicago Bears are quietly building one of the most intriguing rosters in the NFC. Caleb Williams threw for 3,942 yards and 27 touchdowns in 2025, finished sixth in the NFL in passing touchdowns, and added 388 rushing yards as a dual-threat weapon.

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The '100-rushing-yard NFL QBs' quiz

In the Super Bowl era (1966 to present) of the NFL, a total of 30 QBs have rushed for 100 yards or more in a regular-season game. How many of the 30 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL's 4,500-yard passers' quiz

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NFL News / Yardbarker

25 first-round NFL picks that left fans confused

The NFL Draft always delivers many twists and turns that leave fans and analysts scratching their heads. This list isn't looking at hindsight and finding the biggest busts in history.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 1

The Most Deceptive Numbers Behind Predictions of a Bears Collapse

From the very start of the offseason, the demise of the Bears in the NFC North has been predicted by analysts as well as fans of the other divisional teams.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 1

Caleb Williams Outpaces Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye in Yet Another Important Stat

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams thrilled the NFL world with a breakout sophomore season in 2025, setting an NFL record for the most fourth quarter comebacks by a quarterback younger than 25 years old in the process.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / July 1

Chicago Bears predicted to add 3x Pro Bowl running back via trade in 2026

The Chicago Bears are going into the 2026 NFL season with high expectations. They won the NFC North last season with a record of 11-6 and advanced to the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs.

Ben Johnson News / A to Z Sports / July 1

ESPN’s bold Bears trade prediction would give Ben Johnson an elite RB again but patience could pay off for Chicago

ESPN’s Ben Solak dropped 10 bold predictions for the 2026 season and instead of having the Chicago Bears landing a top edge rusher, he predicts the Bears will pursue another top offensive weapon.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 1

Chicago Bears Viewed as Future Home for Running Back Jonathan Taylor

Running back situations for teams in the NFL can be fragile. One day there is the Detroit duo of Sonic and Knuckles, and suddenly Knuckles — aka David Montgomery — is replaced by Isiah Pacheco.

Caleb Williams News / Yardbarker / July 1

Bears' Williams sends fresh message to haters amid high expectations

Bears QB Caleb Williams sends fresh message to haters amid high expectations

Williams hasn't been shy about clapping back at critics since even before the Bears made him the first overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft.

Rams' Sean McVay has reportedly major Matthew Stafford wish amid Ty Simpson uncertainty

Massive update about Aaron Donald possibly returning to Rams surfaces

Ravens' Lamar Jackson could be winner of AFC North's 'transition year'

The 'Passing leaders in a Conference Title loss' quiz

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Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / July 1

Ben Johnson’s stubbornness could cost the Bears dearly in one key area

The Chicago Bears entered the offseason with some very clear needs on their roster, and perhaps the most glaring of all was at pass rusher. The Bears amassed a grand total of 35 sacks in 2025, which ranked toward the bottom of the NFL.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / July 1

Coby Bryant highlights ‘the biggest thing’ about Bears rookie Dillon Thieneman

The Chicago Bears’ secondary is going to look a lot different in the upcoming NFL season. The Bears lost both of their starting safeties in free agency.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 1

Chicago Bears 2027 3-Round Mock Draft: Righting the Wrongs of 2026 Offseason

The Chicago Bears made what we believe could be two critical errors by not adequately addressing edge rusher and interior defensive line this offseason.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / July 1

Bears QB Caleb Williams proclaims loyalty to Chicago with one word

The Chicago Bears put all their eggs in the Caleb Williams basket when they selected him No. 1 overall in the 2024 NFL Draft. For a franchise that last tasted Super Bowl glory in 1986, using their top pick on Williams — despite all that he had achieved in college at Oklahoma and USC — posed a significant risk.

Logan Jones News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 1

Top 26 Chicago Bears of 2026: Rookie Logan Jones is Waiting for Starting Opportunity

Logan Jones is the second straight rookie to be announced in our impact rankings for the 2026 NFL season. The Bears landed the University of Iowa center with the 57th pick in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / June 30

Dillon Thieneman Pushing For Bears’ Starting Safety Job

Kevin Byard and Jaquan Brisker played virtually all of the Bears’ safety snaps in 2025. The former has since reunited with Mike Vrabel in New England, while the latter took a one-year deal with the Steelers.

Rome Odunze News / A to Z Sports / June 30

Bears WR Rome Odunze is studying the right receivers to transform the most disappointing part of his game ahead of Year 3

Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze had a hot start to his 2025 season that was quickly cooled down and turned into a disappointing end. Now, he’s taking the right steps to put a full elite-caliber season together in 2026.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / June 30

Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze reveal the ruthless Ben Johnson mentality that quickly won over the Bears locker room

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and wide receiver Rome Odunze joined Cam Newton on the 4th&1 show and couldn’t stop praising the mentality head coach Ben Johnson brought to the locker room.

Dillon Thieneman News / ChiCitySports / June 30

Bears rookie Dillon Thieneman’s sister turns heads with bikini photos

Chicago Bears rookie Dillon Thieneman drew a lot of attention last season with the Oregon Ducks. Thieneman spent his first two years with Purdue, where he established himself as one of the top defensive backs of his class.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 30

Chicago Bears' Offseason Grade Barely Docked for Two Critical Missteps

While we wouldn't view the Chicago Bears' offseason as a total failure, we certainly aren't super high on it, either. However, one analyst views things differently.

Luther Burden III News / A to Z Sports / June 30

Bears WR Luther Burden III is set to inherit one role that could send his value soaring in both the NFL and fantasy football

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson said he’s buying stock in wide receiver Luther Burden III earlier this offseason and one role he’s set to inherit should entice fantasy football managers to do the same ahead of the 2026 season.

NFL News / ChiCitySports / June 30

Caleb Williams vs. Jordan Love: the fans have spoken, and it’s not even close

The last time Caleb Williams and Jordan Love faced off on the football field was in the Wild Card Round of the NFL Playoffs last season. Both quarterbacks had a big night, but it was the Chicago Bears that reigned supreme over their bitter rivals, the Green Bay Packers, 31-27.