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Bears' linebacker room falls 11 spots in PFF's 2025 unit rankings

Pro Football Focus recently released their 2025 NFL linebacker unit rankings . Chicago Bears' linebackers ranked fourteenth of thirty-two teams. "The Bears will be hoping for a bounce-back campaign from their two highly paid veteran linebackers.

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Best things said to indicate Chicago Bears are ready for camp

Offseason is for talking, regular season for walking. Bears coaches and players can only respond to the questions about what their plans will be and won't

Caleb Williams News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 6

Bears rumors: Why former coaches aren’t ‘thrilled’ with Caleb Williams

As Chicago Bears fans are eager to see how Caleb Williams will play in his second season in the NFL, there could also be some concerns in regards to how he will develop or his maturity.

Chase Claypool News / ChiCitySports / July 6

Former Bears WR accuses team of suppressing his talent

In 2022, the Bears traded what became the No. 32 pick in the 2023 draft to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for the WR.

NFL Draft bust hoping for another shot after injury

The NFL's best position groups for 2025 season

The 'Monsters of the Midway' quiz

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The 'NFL head coaches' quiz

How many of the 32 NFL head coaches to at the start of the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL head coaches with 2+ Super Bowl appearances' quiz

The 'NFL rookie quarterback passing yard leaders' quiz

The 'Most recent 100-reception season for each NFL team' quiz

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 6

Why Chicago Bears' delay on GM extension might not be a bad thing

The Bears have been unofficial winners of the last three offseasons and it has yet to produce anything worthwhile. It did help get a coaching staff fired.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 6

NFC Notes: D.J. Moore, J.J. McCarthy, Bears, Packers, Vikings

Bears WR D.J. Moore revealed that new HC Ben Johnson has already addressed Moore’s bad body language this offseason. “Just don’t do it,” Moore said, Johnson told him, via Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 6

Chicago Bears 2025 offseason upgrades at critical position ranked best in NFL

Expectations for the Chicago Bears' 2025 season feel like they're at an all-time high. Coach Ben Johnson and second-year quarterback Caleb Williams are the closest thing to a dream team that modern-day Bears fans have ever experienced, and it's made the run up to the regular season feel very different.

Dennis Allen News / Windy City Gridiron / July 6

Where would you rank Bears' Dennis Allen among NFL defensive coordinators

The Bears are gettting a defensive upgrade at coordinator in 2025. With so much excitement surrounding head coach Ben Johnson and the new offense he’s bringing to the Chicago Bears, the Dennis Allen hire has kind of slipped under the radar.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / July 6

Two Bears Starters Just Got Placed on a List No Player Wants to See

Managing the NFL salary cap has never been more critical than it is today—especially for a franchise in transition. With Ben Johnson taking over as head coach—a play-caller known for offensive discipline and efficiency—Chicago is entering a new era of accountability.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 6

Bears' worst contract hasn't even played a game with Chicago yet

When it comes to determining the Chicago Bears' worst contract, edge rusher Montez Sweat and tight end Cole Kmet seem to be the most popular names. But neither of those players may be the answer.

Ryan Poles News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 5

One of Ryan Poles' biggest mistakes looking for NFL comeback

He's baaaaack. Or, he hopes to be. Just when Bears fans thought they might have seen the last of possibly the biggest mistake made by GM Ryan Poles , wide receiver Chase Claypool , is ready to make an NFL comeback according to his social media and NFL.com.

Bears LB Ruben Hyppolite in contention for starting spot

Earlier this offseason, Bears head coach Ben Johnson made it clear an open competition would take place for the weakside linebacker position. Training camp will of course be critical in determining a winner, but an early standout emerged during spring practices.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / July 5

Chicago Bears player questioned big staff decision Ben Johnson made

Thomas Brown enjoyed a quick rise up the coaching ranks of the Chicago Bears last season, and one player on the team wanted him to remain at Halas Hall in 2025.

Chicago Bears News / Windy City Gridiron / July 5

10 Most Important Bears of 2025: #9 Cole Kmet and Colston Loveland

For the 17th straight year, we’re bringing you who we believe will be the ten most important Chicago Bears for the upcoming season, and at number 9 is Chicago’s 12 Personnel.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 5

Pinpointing potential Chicago Bears training camp surpises

It's as inevitable as hamstring injuries during the first week of an NFL training camp . Unexpected players will make a statement during the July and August heat and catch the eyes of coaches .

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The 'MLB ballpark names' quiz

The '2025 MLB All-Star Starters' quiz

The 'Leading scorer by NBA franchise' quiz

The 'NBA all-time assists leaders' quiz

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / July 5

Bears Training Camp Battle Breakdown: Will Roschon Johnson be able to impress the staff or will Kyle Monangai push for the RB2 job?

Continuing on with the Chicago Bears training camp preview, today we will be diving into another positional battle on the offensive side of the ball. The first breakdown was at the left tackle position between Braxton Jones, Ozzy Trapilo, and Kiran Amegadjie.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 5

Bears predicted to cut ties with former Steelers weapon

Back in early April, the Chicago Bears decided to add another free agent to their receiving corps by signing Miles Boykin, who last played in an NFL game with the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2023.

Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 5

NFC North in 2025 NFL season may hinge on QB not named Caleb Williams

Poll any Chicago Bears fan, and they'll tell you that QB Caleb Williams is the key to the NFC North this season. If he takes the developmental step under coach Ben Johnson that's expected, he'll terrorize opposing defenses and give the Bears as good of a chance as any NFC North team at winning the division.

Ryan Poles News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 5

Another GM's contract extended and still nothing for Ryan Poles

The Bears interviewed Omar Khan for their vacant general manager position in 2022 but decided on Ryan Poles . Khan, meanwhile, got promoted to Pittsburgh Steelers GM and three winning seasons with two playoff berths later, Khan has been given a contract extension by the Steelers.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 5

NFL coaches who have given Ben Johnson the biggest problems

Every hero has a nemesis. Otherwise, what's the point of having the hero? For Sherlock Holmes there was Moriarty, for Harry Potter there was He Who Must Not Be Named.

D.J. Moore News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 4

Best reasons Chicago Bears can expect a huge year from DJ Moore

Expecting more from every Bears receiver this season is natural considering coach Ben Johnson's offensive credentials, and the way he was even able to elevate lesser-known receivers like Kalif Raymond, Josh Reynolds and Tim Patrick with Detroit.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / July 4

Chicago Bears’ Caleb Williams earning MVP buzz entering training camp

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is preparing for life playing under new head coach Ben Johnson. Before even taking a snap in 2025, lofty expectations have already been placed on Williams’ shoulders.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / July 4

Chicago Bears quarterback is thinking about his ‘death’ a lot

A Chicago Bears quarterback is pondering the meaning of life during the offseason. The summer dead period can be a scary time for teams and players. With extra time away from the facility, many players return to their hometowns and can get into legal trouble.

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / July 4