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Bears insider points to positive momentum for Ben Johnson when it comes to retaining vital pieces to his coaching staff

The Chicago Bears have a big offseason ahead going into Year 2 under head coach Ben Johnson and the pressing concerns the last two weeks involved which members of the coaching staff would be retained going into 2026.

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Chicago Bears Could Clear Massive Cap Space With One Shocking Defensive Move

If the Chicago Bears are looking for a single move that would dramatically reshape their salary cap outlook, it's impossible to ignore linebacker Tremaine Edmunds.

Chicago Bears News / Stadium Rant / January 29

Chicago Bears 2025 Season Ends In Overtime Heartbreak, Yet The Future Is Finally Clear

The Chicago Bears watched their season end in overtime against the Los Angeles Rams in the divisional round of the playoffs earlier this month. It was a finish that felt both crushing and revealing.

Cole Kmet News / NFL Analysis Network / January 29

Cole Kmet was supposed to be Chicago’s tight end of the future. Then something changed

The Chicago Bears went 11-6 and won the NFC North. They inquired about Myles Garrett at the trade deadline. Cole Kmet could be traded to Carolina for a fifth-round pick.

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The '100-yards + TD Conference Champ games' quiz

How many of the 53 players in NFL history rack up at least 100 receiving yards and catch a touchdown pass in a Conference Championship game can you name in seven minutes?

The 'Franchise passing-TD leaders' quiz

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 29

A Key Piece of Ben Johnson's Offense Could Be a Surprise Chicago Bears Cap Casualty

On paper, D'Andre Swift delivered exactly what the Chicago Bears hoped for in 2025. He eclipsed the 1,000-yard rushing mark for the first time in his Bears tenure, provided durability, and helped stabilize Ben Johnson's offense.

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The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 29

Bears’ 7-round 2026 NFL Draft according to PFF mock draft simulator

The Chicago Bears lost to the Los Angeles Rams in the Divisional Round this year, ending an incredible season. The first year with Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams together could not have gone better.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 29

Popular Chicago Bears Starter Could Be on the Chopping Block This Offseason

The Chicago Bears are walking a financial fine line entering the 2026 NFL offseason. After a breakthrough year in 2025, general manager Ryan Poles' goal over the next few months is clear: add to the core of this team and go from a team good enough to make the playoffs to a squad that can legitimately win the Super Bowl.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / January 29

Strength of the 2026 NFL Draft could box the Bears in and force them to explore alternative paths to fix an offensive need

The Chicago Bears have positioned themselves into a solid spot going into the 2026 offseason thanks to the moves made by general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson last offseason.

Eric Bieniemy News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 29

Eric Bieniemy Finally Reveals Why He Left Bears After One Season

The Chicago Bears weren't supposed to have a good ground attack in 2025. The running back room was considered the weakest position group on the roster once the offensive line had been fixed, and the only meaningful addition that the Bears made was the selection of Kyle Monangai in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL draft.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 29

Caleb Williams' Hilarious Reaction to Signed Puka Nacua Jersey

The 2025 NFL season was a magical one for the Chicago Bears and their long-suffering fanbase, but all good things must come to an end, and the Bears' season ended with a heartbreaking Divisional round loss to the Los Angeles Rams earlier this month.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / January 29

Chicago Bears anticipating historic NFL announcement

Caleb Williams had a memorable second season with the Chicago Bears. The 24-year-old quarterback was the driving force for Chicago’s success in 2025. Williams, however, would not have been in the position to lead the Bears to an impressive campaign had it not been for his offensive line.

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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 / Chicago Bears on SI / January 29

Indiana Takes One More Step Toward Pulling Bears Across Border

If Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Illinois lawmakers thought they had locked up the Bears merely by changing their tune by saying they'll pay for a new stadium's infrastructure and work on a tax freeze law, they'll be surprised to see their competition hasn't shriveled up and died.

Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 28

Caleb Williams' Breakout Season Earns Him a Prestigious Honor

Pigs can now fly, and hell has frozen over. After decades of futility at the quarterback position, the Bears have finally found someone who looks more than capable of breaking the QB curse in Caleb Williams.

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Ryan Poles News / ChiCitySports / January 29

Ryan Poles, Chicago Bears have major free agent dilemma with no easy answers

The Chicago Bears have some difficult decisions to make when NFL free agency gets underway in March. Unlike last season, the Bears are currently projected to be upwards of $9.7 million over the salary cap, but have plenty of holes to plug and positions to upgrade, especially across the defense.

Joe Thuney News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 28

Bears' Joe Thuney a Finalist for Inaugural 'Protector of the Year' Award

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles made several good moves in the 2025 offseason, but arguably the best one (besides, of course, hiring Ben Johnson as head coach) was the massive trade for All-Pro guard Joe Thuney.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 28

Chicago Bears Predicted to Reunite with Hall of Fame Pass Rusher in Free Agency

An idea that once seemed impossible for the Chicago Bears is suddenly gaining real traction as 2026 NFL free agency approaches. According to a new CBS Sports free-agency projection, the Bears could reunite with one of the most dominant defensive players in franchise history: Khalil Mack.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 28

Five Sound Ways for Bears Offense to Improve Before Next Season

When recent offseasons began for the Chicago Bears , the possibilities for improvement always seemed endless. That's because when your team stinks so much, there is a lot you can do to improve.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / January 28

Chicago Bears linked to 113-sack free agent pass rusher

General manager Ryan Poles and the Chicago Bears could be about to flip the script. After committing significant resources at the top of the free agent

Ozzy Trapilo News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 28

Pro Football Focus Names Impressive Bears Rookie as Early Breakout Candidate for 2026

The Chicago Bears may already have their next foundational offensive lineman in place, and Pro Football Focus believes he's poised to make a significant leap in 2026.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / January 28

Eric Bieniemy makes sure to give Ben Johnson his flowers and praises what the Bears are building after his lone season in Chicago

The Chicago Bears had a strong run during the 2025-26 season after making it to the NFC's Divisional Round in the playoffs during the first season under first-year head coach Ben Johnson.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / January 28

ESPN free agent rankings gives Chicago some good news in their chances of re-signing one of their top defensive players

Free agency is coming up quick for the NFL and the Chicago Bears will be a team to watch over the next few weeks to try and get over the hump as a Super Bowl contender going into Year 2 of the Ben Johnson Era.

Caleb Williams News / Total Apex Sports / January 28

Caleb Williams Named Chicago Bears Offensive Player Of The Year

If there was ever a “no-brainer” award in the history of Halas Hall, this might be it. The Chicago Bears officially named quarterback Caleb Williams their Offensive Player of the Year this week, and honestly, who else could it have been?

Kyle Monangai News / NFL Analysis Network / January 28

The Bears drafted Kyle Monangai in the 7th round. He led their rookie class with 947 scrimmage yards

The Chicago Bears went from 5-12 to 11-6 and won the NFC North. Three rookies each topped 650 scrimmage yards, a first in the Super Bowl era. Ben Johnson is a Coach of the Year finalist in his first season.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 28

3 players Bears must re-sign this offseason after flaming out of playoffs

The Chicago Bears went from forgotten to feared and suddenly fragile again. For the first time in years, Chicago wasn’t clinging to hope in 2025. Instead, the Bears were commanding belief.

Jamree Kromah News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 27

Bears Signed DE Jamree Kromah For 2026

The Chicago Bears signed DE Jamree Kromah to a futures contract for the 2026 season, per the NFL transaction wire. Futures deals are essentially camp invites that will allow players to compete for roster spots during offseason workouts and training camp.