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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / August 10

Slow-Mo video of Bears QB Caleb Williams’ TD pass to Rome Odunze is a must-see

Caleb Williams is entering another crucial season with the Chicago Bears. He led the franchise to an NFC North title and reached the Divisional Round. The team will once again rely on the quarterback, including his connection with Rome Odunze.

Luther Burden III News / On Tap Sports Net / August 9

Bears WR Luther Burden III Sidelined With Groin Injury

The Chicago Bears’ roster depth continues to be tested as the list of injuries mounts this summer, with the receiver room the latest casualty. WR Zavion Thomas left Sunday’s practice, and we now have confirmation on WR Luther Burden III, who left Saturday’s practice early.

Kyler Gordon News / ChiCitySports / August 9

Chicago Bears: Rookie getting thrown into fire with Kyler Gordon problem

The Chicago Bears will enter their first preseason game against the Cleveland Browns on Saturday with the longest of injuries in the secondary at receiver.

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The 'Rushing TD leaders by season' quiz

Since 1990, 46 NFL running backs have led or tied for the lead in rushing touchdowns on the season. How many of these leaders can you name in five minutes?

Austin Booker News / ChiCitySports / August 9

Austin Booker addresses Chicago Bears decision

Austin Booker is entering his third NFL season with a lot to prove. The Chicago Bears will rely heavily on the defensive end for his pass rush and to help prevent opponents from scoring.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 9

Xavier Woods Makes His First Mark as Bears Defense Loses More Players

Bears defensive coordinator Denis Allen rallied the troops or sounded the battle cry before practice, depending on your viewpoint, as he discussed all of the practice injuries so far on defense.

Gervon Dexter News / ChiCitySports / August 9

Chicago Bears DT Gervon Dexter’s plan after trade chatter

Chicago Bears defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. was the subject of trade rumors at the NFL’s scouting combine this winter. Dexter, a second-round pick by the Bears in 2023, is set to play on the final year of his rookie contract.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 9

Three NFL teams whose seasons are in big trouble before Week 1

Three NFL teams whose seasons are already in big trouble before Week 1

Nobody should declare a season dead in August. Still, these three teams have each absorbed blows that could follow them long after the preseason ends.

Commanders receive brutal Laremy Tunsil injury news

Laremy Tunsil's injury leaves Commanders with one obvious replacement

Bears' Caleb Williams projected to get historic extension if one thing happens

Three NFL owners who can't stop getting in their own team's way

The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 9

NFC Notes: Tyrique Stevenson, Devin White, Bears, Lions, Packers

Bears CB Tyrique Stevenson enters the final year of his contract this season. Stevenson is focused on playing well and is confident everything will work out in the end. “Honestly,” Stevenson said, via Dan Weiderer of The Athletic.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 9

Power Ranking the Chicago Bears' Projected Defensive Starters by Importance

The Chicago Bears underwent significant turnover on the defensive side of the ball this offseason. However, many of their new additions will probably have to wait their turn before seeing the starting lineup, as they will return eight (projected) defensive starters.

Dillon Thieneman News / ChiCitySports / August 9

Bears have five words for rookie Dillon Thieneman after career first

The Chicago Bears already have a lot of trust in Dillon Thieneman ahead of his rookie season. They used their No. 25 in this year’s draft to select him and address their need at safety.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 9

The Good and Not So Good From Day 10 of Chicago Bears Training Camp

Day 10 of Chicago Bears training camp is in the books and it's time to check out all of the good and not so good that came from it. Due to inclement weather outside, the Bears were forced to move practice indoors and it was closed to the public as a result.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / August 9

Chicago Bears Signing of Beanie Bishop Breakdown

Between the injuries the Chicago Bears have suffered in the secondary, such as Kyler Gordon and Coby Bryant, they chose to sign Beanie Bishop. Bears Communications

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Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 9

Prized rookie adds to laundry list of Bears’ training camp injuries

The Chicago Bears are looking forward to Year Two of the Ben Johnson experience. After winning the NFC North title and a Wild Card playoff game last year, the Bears have greater aspirations this year.

Zavion Thomas News / On Tap Sports Net / August 9

Bears WR Zavion Thomas Exits Practice Early After 7-on-7 Collision

Chicago Bears rookie wide receiver Zavion Thomas left Sunday’s practice early after a collision during 7-on-7 work, according to multiple reports. The nature of the injury has not been disclosed.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / August 9

Chicago Bears rookie suffers painful injury, clutches knee

The Chicago Bears wide receivers have taken a beaten in recent days, with a rookie leaving Sunday’s practice with what appears to be a knee injury. On Saturday, second-year receiver Luther Burden III limped off the practice field.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 9

Bears' Injury Woes Get Even Worse as Another Receiver Leaves Practice Early

When it rains, it pours, and on a stormy Sunday afternoon in Chicago, injury woes continue to plague the Chicago Bears. Rookie wide receiver Zavion Thomas exited practice early with an athletic trainer and did not return.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / August 9

Ian Rapoport Reveals Information About Luther Burden III Injury

Since it was reported that Luther Burden III left practice early due to an injury, Chicago Bears fans have been waiting for an update. To go back and get some context, here’s what first came out about the Burden injury.

Luther Burden III News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 9

Bears’ injury bug gets worse with Luther Burden III groin issue

The Chicago Bears have been dealing with some injuries lately as training camp continues ahead of the upcoming NFL season. The Bears’ injury woes have been highlighted by safety Coby Bryant, but he isn’t the only player who is banged up as camp continues.

Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 9

Bears Signing DB Beanie Bishop

Per Brad Biggs, the Bears are signing DB Beanie Bishop after a workout with the team on Friday. The team is waiving LS Luke Elkin in a corresponding move.

Luther Burden III News / Total Pro Sports / August 9

New Slow-Motion Footage Shows Bears WR Luther Burden III Injuring His Leg, And It Does Not Look Good

Luther Burden left Chicago Bears practice early on Saturday. The young wide receiver tangled with cornerback Tyrique Stevenson during a red-zone one-on-one drill.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / August 8

Bears' Caleb Williams projected to get historic extension if one thing happens

Fox Sports released a feature with NFL analyst Ben Arthur discussing a group of players in the NFL with "the most to gain" in 2026. He has Caleb Williams in there.

Ben Johnson should love what one NFL analyst is saying about the Bears

The 'Season passing-leaders by team' quiz

Chicago Bears News / Field Level Media / August 8

Bears WR Luther Burden limps off field with leg injury

Bears wide receiver Luther Burden limped off the field with an apparent leg injury following an awkward landing making a contested catch in Saturday's training camp practice.

Ben Johnson News / Yardbarker / August 8