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Former Chicago Bears GM Ryan Pace Is in the News Again

Former Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Pace is once again on the outside of an NFL front office, this time after the Atlanta Falcons parted ways with him in a move that quietly closed another chapter of his post-Chicago career.

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Grading the Chicago Bears' Decision to Promote Press Taylor to Offensive Coordinator

The Chicago Bears have a new offensive coordinator. After losing Declan Doyle to the Baltimore Ravens, the Bears announced the promotion of Press Taylor from passing game coordinator to OC.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 8

Caleb Williams' Comments Highlight Why Ben Johnson's Coach of the Year Snub Stings

Ben Johnson didn't need the 2025 NFL Coach of the Year Award to validate what he did for the Chicago Bears this season. Still, Bears fans are justified in feeling like he deserved a few more than just one vote for the hardware.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 8

George McCaskey Confesses Hilarious Reaction to Bears' Wild Card Win vs Packers

"I'm just a fan. I'm not a football evaluator," said Chicago Bears owner George McCaskey in a press conference following the 2021 NFL season. He caught a lot of flak from the fans for this quote, and deservedly so, given the state of the team at the time.

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The 'NFL active TD-pass leaders' quiz

Can you name the active NFL quarterbacks with at least 100 career touchdown passes?

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The 25 greatest NFL teams that didn't win a Super Bowl

Some franchises' best efforts have not led to victory parades or even Super Bowl berths. Because of untimely injuries, unfortunate circumstances, or myriad other reasons, many teams' plans throughout NFL history have not produced the desired result.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 8

Bears Promote Press Taylor To Offensive Coordinator

According to Ian Rapoport, the Bears have promoted passing game coordinator Press Taylor to offensive coordinator. He replaces former OC Declan Doyle, who Chicago allowed to leave in a lateral move to the Ravens because HC Ben Johnson is the play-caller for the Bears. He’s the younger brother of Bengals HC Zac Taylor.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 8

Bears’ Ben Johnson promotes coach to be his new OC

Ben Johnson’s first year with the Chicago Bears has been a resounding success. In just his first year at the helm, Johnson has turned this team into a dark-horse contender in the NFC.

Ben Johnson News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 8

Ben Johnson Makes Controversial Choice for New Bears' OC

The Chicago Bears have their new offensive coordinator, but the fanbase is almost certainly going to be split on this latest hire. In their quest to replace former offensive coordinator Declan Doyle, the Bears are making an internal hire, promoting passing game coordinator Press Taylor.

Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 8

Bears 2026 Offseason: Team Needs, Pending FAs, Draft Picks & More

Projected Cap Space: -9.5M Draft Picks: 7 1st (No. 15) 2nd (No. 57) 3rd (No. 89) 4th (No. 129, LAR) 5th (No. 163) 7th (No. 239, PHI) 7th (No. 241) Notable Free Agents: S Jaquan Brisker S Kevin Byard CB Nahshon Wright DB C.J.

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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 / Pro Football Rumors / February 7

Bears T Ozzy Trapilo Expected To Miss Time In 2026

Ozzy Trapilo was a key figure on the Bears’ offensive line during his rookie season. His second NFL campaign is likely to be delayed, though. Trapilo suffered a torn patellar tendon during Chicago’s wild-card victory.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 7

What Bears Defense Needs to Battle Both Super Bowl Teams Next Season

Bears fans might want to look closely at Sunday's Super Bowl from a scouting standpoint and especially the offenses for both the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks.

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The 'Super Bowl halftime show artists' quiz

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / February 7

Chicago Bears owner regrets stiff-arming Packers fan in parking lot

Before the Chicago Bears‘ 31-27 win over the Green Bay Packers in the wild-card round, team owner George McCaskey had a moment that went viral during a photo opportunity with fans.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / February 7

Former Chicago Bears GM parting ways with Falcons after Ian Cunningham hire

Though he will not be the “primary” football executive worthy of giving the Chicago Bears two compensatory third-round picks, new Atlanta Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham is setting up his structure.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / February 7

Failed Bears draft pick gets the biggest opportunity of his career after being elevated for Super Bowl LX

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles has had plenty of misses during his tenure with the team since being hired in 2022 but arguably the biggest miss came with Velus Jones Jr.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / February 7

Bears legend Brian Urlacher urges blockbuster offseason trade

There are few names more recognizable connected to the Chicago Bears than former superstar linebacker and NFL Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher. Urlacher embodied everything it meant to play for the Bears.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 7

This Bears Mock Draft 1.0 Gifts Bears Third-Round Pick Stolen by NFL

These extra third-round draft picks the Bears should be getting for the next two years, according to NFL rules , are still irritating Bears fans. They supposedly won't get the picks because Ian Cunningham took a job as GM where there is a higher personnel authority in Matt Ryan, with the newly created president of football.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 7

Has the Chicago Bears' Weakness At Defensive End Gotten Overblown?

A few weeks ago, I wrote that the defensive end spot was the Bears' third-most glaring weakness entering the offseason. Upon further reflection, I honestly think that was a mistake.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 7

How the Chicago Bears' 2025 Offseason Additions Look One Year Later

The Chicago Bears were one of the most aggressive teams during the 2025 NFL offseason. They hired the most sought-after head coaching candidate in a decade and rebuilt the roster through trades, free agency, and a few home runs in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 7

The Lesson for Bears About Cap Spending from Two Super Bowl Teams

You get what you pay for is an expression not entirely accurate, and especially in the NFL. There is no official salary cap for life, but there is for NFL teams.

Maxx Crosby News / ChiCitySports / February 7

Chicago Bears: Bad news on Raiders’ Maxx Crosby trade front

The Chicago Bears need help at defensive end this offseason. It’s no secret the Bears need to add pass-rushers at defensive end and defensive tackle after recording just 35 sacks during the regular season.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / February 7

Chicago Bears sign potential starting left tackle to $1 million contract for 2026

The Chicago Bears engineered one of the best turnarounds in the NFL during the 2025 season. The offense, led by head coach Ben Johnson and quarterback Caleb Williams, was a huge part of their success.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / February 7

Bears linked to possible franchise-changing $87.5 million trade

Ryan Poles and the Chicago Bears have left no stone unturned over the last few years as they have pursued getting back into playoff contention. Not only did the Bears accomplish the goal of making the playoffs last season, they put themselves on the map as a serious Super Bowl contender moving forward.

Caleb Williams News / A to Z Sports / February 6

'He is going to be unstoppable' — Caleb Williams dominates Super Bowl week chatter in a big way and it's getting impossible to ignore

The Chicago Bears were hoping for a different feeling during Super Bowl week and expected to be the NFC representative set to play in the big game on Sunday.

Joe Thuney News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 5

Bears G Joe Thuney Wins Protector Of The Year

Bears G Joe Thuney was announced as the first ever Protector Of The Year award on Thursday at NFL Honors. Thuney, 33, was drafted by the Patriots in the third round out of N.C.

Eric Studesville News / Pro Football Rumors / February 5

Bears To Hire Eric Studesville As RBs Coach

The Bears have found their replacement for Eric Bienemy, their running backs coach in 2025 who returned to Kansas City as the Chiefs’ offensive coordinator this offseason.