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Bears LB Jack Sanborn said he believes in what HC Ben Johnson is building in Chicago, which prompted him to re-sign with the team. “I love it here in Chicago and being part of what [coach] Ben Johnson and [defensive coordinator] Dennis Allen have been building here and the success that they’ve had,” Sanborn said, via Bears Wire.

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Bears Need to Determine How Much Grooming One Center Prospect Needs

When Bears offensive line coach Dan Roushar revealed on a podcast that his team likes to use its 30 visits as a check on questions they have about particular prospects rather than an indication of real intent to draft someone, he never actually said they would not draft those players.

Chicago Bears News / Total Apex Sports / March 28

Chicago Bears Reportedly Enthusiastic About Development Of Young Pass Rusher

The Chicago Bears are aggressively searching for a consistent pass rush. While fans often look toward high-profile trades and expensive free agents, the front office is quietly evaluating the talent already developing on the roster.

Chicago Bears News / Total Apex Sports / March 28

Bears QB Caleb Williams Bashes Skip Bayless Over Brainless ‘Iceman’ Trademark Take

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is a part of one of the most interesting news stories of the NFL offseason. After filing a trademark for his new “Iceman” nickname, basketball legend George Gervin, who also goes by that nickname, felt disrespected and filed his own trademark days later.

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How many of the NFL quarterbacks with at least 200 touchdown passes in their career can you name name in seven minutes?

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Press Taylor News / A to Z Sports / March 28

Bears quarterback provides more insight on what Chicago should expect from Press Taylor after his promotion to offensive coordinator

One of the more underrated losses of the Chicago Bears offseason was losing offensive coordinator Declan Doyle after one season with Doyle taking a lateral position with the Baltimore Ravens under new head coach Jesse Minter.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza's big issue among latest intel

Alabama QB Ty Simpson appears to be tumbling down draft boards

Steelers-Seahawks trade proposal lands Pittsburgh a second first-round pick

2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

Chicago Bears News / Total Pro Sports / March 28

Bears Star Caleb Williams Accused Of Stealing

Caleb Williams is dealing with an unexpected issue this offseason over his “Iceman” nickname. Reports say he recently filed several trademark applications for the name.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 28

The Chicago Bears' Most Likely First-Round Targets at Every Position of Need

We now have less than one month to go before the 2026 NFL Draft. While the Bears addressed some of their major needs in free agency, I don't think virtually any position that was a weakness one month ago (besides maybe linebacker) is off the board for Chicago at pick 25.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 28

Teams with the Best Chances to Totally Ruin This Chicago Bears Draft

The draft is conducted in public and is unlike most mock drafts because there are actually interested parties trying to steal away prize prospects before a team can lay claim.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / March 28

Ryan Poles' actions are contradicting his words when it comes to Ozzy Trapilo and the Bears' plans at left tackle

The Chicago Bears are going into the second consecutive season with a weak link at the left tackle position after starting four different players at the position during the 2025 season.

Dayo Odeyingbo News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 28

Bears' Free-Agent Mistake Named Chicago's Most Overpaid Player Entering 2026

The Chicago Bears took a swing at a big free-agent acquisition at edge rusher last offseason and so far that move has not paid off. That free-agent acquisition was edge rusher Dayo Odeyingbo, who Bleacher Report's Gary Davenport recently dubbed as the team's most overpaid player entering the 2026 campaign.

Colston Loveland News / ChiCitySports / March 28

Chicago Bears TE Colston Loveland draws a message from the NFL

Colston Loveland is ramping up the preparation for his second season in the NFL. The 21-year-old tight end was selected with the 10th overall pick by the Chicago Bears in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 27

Bears’ Caleb Williams takes shot at Skip Bayless amid ‘Iceman’ controversy

Caleb Williams fired shots at Skip Bayless following the latter’s disagreement towards the Chicago Bears star quarterback having the “iceman” nickname.

Chicago Bears News / Larry Brown Sports / March 27

Caleb Williams fires back at critics of his 'Iceman' nickname

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams responded to critics who are unhappy with his attempt to trademark the name “Iceman.” Williams’ attempt to trademark the nickname was met with resistance from NBA icon George Gervin, who has long been closely associated with the moniker.

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Chicago Bears News / 5 GOATs / March 27

Caleb Williams claps back at Skip Bayless amid ‘Iceman’ trademark dispute with George Gervin

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams‘ attempt to trademark his “Iceman” nickname has sparked both a legal battle and controversy that spans generations of sports fans, especially after NBA legend George “the Iceman” Gervin pushed back on the idea with his own trademark request.

Chicago Bears News / The Spun / March 27

Caleb Williams Accused Of 'Stealing' Legendary Athlete's Nickname

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is apparently in a feud with a San Antonio Spurs legend this offseason. Williams, the No. 1 pick from the 2024 NFL Draft, had an excellent sophomore season.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 27

The Chicago Bears Are Linked to Explosive Prospect Flying Well Under the Radar

The Bears are dead set on improving their depth at the defensive tackle position this offseason. They signed three defensive tackles in free agency (although two were signed to contracts that will pay them near the veteran minimum for the position), and they certainly appear intent on addressing the defensive interior via the draft, as well.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 27

Chicago Bears’ Caleb Williams blasts Skip Bayless’ accusation of stealing

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is trying to take care of a few business ideas during the offseason, and he recently got into a run-in with Skip Bayless.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / March 27

Subtle scouting move by Ryan Poles hints the Bears could be looking at two first-round prospects for head coach Ben Johnson

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles is getting active on the Pro Day circuit with less than a month until the 2026 NFL Draft. Poles previously attended Pro Days at Oklahoma, Miami, Alabama and now can add Arizona State to the list after his visit on Friday.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 27

Chicago Bears most overpaid player in 2026 identified by NFL analyst

The Chicago Bears have been busily re-tooling their roster ahead of the 2026 NFL season. In doing so, they have been able to shed tens of millions of dollars in salary cap space, which has allowed them the flexibility to be players in free agency.

Ryan Poles News / A to Z Sports / March 27

Ryan Poles has his eyes set on a highly athletic defensive line prospect than can help continue a successful trend for the Bears

The pre-draft process is gaining steam with less than a month until the 2026 NFL Draft. The Chicago Bearshave been busy between Pro Days and Top-30 visits to scout various prospects across the entire range of projections.