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Bears Facing Patriots Roster With Even Worse Injury Luck This Week on 'TNF'

The Chicago Bears didn't escape a 31-23 win over the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium unscathed. Starting right guard Jonah Jackson left the game with a hip injury and may not be back in time for the team's Thursday Night Football matchup with the New England Patriots.

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NFL To Announce Punishment Decision After Caleb Williams Incident

Atlanta Falcons defensive end LaCale London will await the NFL’s decision on his Week 6 foul on Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. On Sunday, Williams returned with a vengeance and led Chicago to a 31-23 road win over Atlanta at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, improving his team’s record to 4-2.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 19

Chicago Bears Reunite With Defensive Back Ahead of Week 7 Game vs. Patriots

The Chicago Bears are making an addition to their practice squad ahead of the Week 7 game against the New England Patriots on Thursday night. The Bears announced on Monday that they have signed defensive back KC Eziomume to the practice squad.

Caleb Williams News / On Tap Sports Net / October 19

Bear Essentials Week 6 Takeaways: Bears Survive Falcons Scare in Caleb Williams’ Return

The Chicago Bears needed a response after being run out of Lambeau Field, and they delivered. Chicago went into Atlanta and jumped to a 31-7 lead with Caleb Williams back under center, then watched the Falcons score 16 points in a hurry in the fourth quarter before Kyler Gordon sealed it with a strip-sack.

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How many of the quarterbacks to most recently reach the 30-TD milestone for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 19

Chicago Bears add to cornerback room before Patriots clash

The Chicago Bears saw Kyler Gordon make his explosive return to the gridiron in Week 6. However, the franchise still has questions in their cornerback room.

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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.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 19

Chicago Bears: Patriots lose key weapon ahead of Thursday Night Football

In just three days, the Chicago Bears will host the New England Patriots on Thursday Night Football. Both teams have a short week after yesterday’s victories, as this will be a highly anticipated matchup.

Kyler Gordon News / ChiCitySports / October 19

Bears’ Kyler Gordon drops fiery 1-word message after explosive injury return

Kyler Gordon officially made his return to the Chicago Bears in explosive fashion. He was hard to miss in Week 6’s 31-23 victory over the Atlanta Falcons.

KC Eziomume News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 19

Bears Signing CB KC Eziomume

Jordan Schultz reports the Bears are signing CB KC Eziomume. Eziomume, 24, played four years at Alabama A&M before transferring to Albany for a year and then transferring again to Tulane for his final collegiate season.

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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.

Ozzy Trapilo News / ChiCitySports / October 19

Chicago Bears’ Ozzy Trapilo breaks silence after Week 6 injury return

When the offseason begun, left tackle Ozzy Trapilo’s status was murky at best. He ruptured his patellar tendon in the Divisional Round, with some estimations keeping him out of the entire 2026 campaign.

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Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / October 19

Did Caleb Williams take veiled shot at ESPN after Bears game?

Caleb Williams returned on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons after a three-game absence. He led the Chicago Bears to a 31-23 win at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, proving the team’s doubters wrong again.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 19

Bears NFC North Round Up: Divisional Outlook After Week 6

The Chicago Bears earned a much-needed 31-23 win over the Atlanta Falcons in Week 6, giving them a chance to build momentum as they navigate a competitive NFC North race.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 19

Bears already have a few developing injury situations to watch going into Thursday’s game against the Patriots

The Chicago Bears will have a few injury situations to monitor during the short week before facing the New England Patriots on Thursday, including the one involving right guard Jonah Jackson.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 19

Chicago Bears, Tampa Bay Buccaneers Trending Toward Becoming Perfect Trade Partners

The Chicago Bears improved to 4-2 with a 31-23 win over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, but it's another NFC South team whose dysfunction is most pertinent to Ryan Poles and the rest of the franchise's brain trust.

Chicago Bears News / TWSN / October 19

The Chicago Bears Offense Looks Dangerous Again

For the first time in weeks, the Chicago Bears looked like the team many expected entering the season. Chicago’s 31–23 win over Atlanta may appear somewhat competitive on the scoreboard, but anyone who watched the game knows the Bears controlled it from start to finish.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 19

Bears Fans Earn Assist With Falcons' Embarrassing Admission About Crowd Noise in Week 6

The Chicago Bears' 2026 schedule says they have nine home games, but we can tack on another after the Week 6 contest against the Atlanta Falcons. That's because Bears fans showed up in force for the game at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday, when Chicago topped the Falcons, 31-23.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 19

Reasonable or Overreaction? 3 Bears Takes From Week 6

The Chicago Bears bounced back from a disappointing Week 5 loss to defeat the Atlanta Falcons 31-23 in Week 6. Caleb Williams returned to the lineup, Kyle Monangai’s absence remained noticeable in the ground game, and the defense showed signs of improvement after struggling against Green Bay.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 19

Bears DB Kyler Gordon Accomplishes Feat Not Seen in Over 40 Years

Kyler Gordon made an immediate impact in his return to the Chicago Bears, recording three sacks and forcing two fumbles in Sunday’s 31-23 victory over the Atlanta Falcons.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / October 19

Bears could pounce on disgruntled veteran after latest NFL decision opens the door for one AFC team to be a seller at the trade deadline

A front office shake-up in Indianapolis has put a frustrated veteran defensive tackle on Chicago’s radar, and the price might be lower than you’d expect.

Colston Loveland News / TWSN / October 19

Colston Loveland’s Fantasy Breakout Is Finally Here

With Caleb Williams back, things were always going to start looking better for the Chicago Bears‘ offense in their Week 6 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons.

Ben Johnson News / Athlon Sports / October 19

Ben Johnson Explains How Two Returning Bears Fueled Week 6 Victory

After the Chicago Bears defeated the Atlanta Falcons, head coach Ben Johnson had plenty of reasons to feel better than he did a week ago. Following a lopsided loss to their NFC North rival in Week 5, the Bears bounced back with a strong performance to secure a 31-23 victory in Atlanta.