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Chicago Bears News / Viral Sports News / October 6
Colin Cowherd Doesn’t Hold Back About Bears HC Ben Johnson
The Chicago Bears have spent years searching for steady footing in a league that rarely waits. Their roster has turned over, their quarterback room has stayed unsettled, and their offense has often looked like a work still in progress.
Marcus Davenport News / Field Level Media / October 5
DE Marcus Davenport announces retirement after release from Bears
Veteran defensive end Marcus Davenport confirmed his retirement Monday, NFL Network reported. Davenport, 30, saw action in one game with the Chicago Bears this season, recording one tackle in 12 defensive snaps in Sunday's 23-12 home victory over the New York Jets.
The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz
How many of the NFL running backs of the Super Bowl Era (since 1966) to catch at least 20 touchdowns in their career can you name in five minutes?
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.
Marcus Davenport News / Larry Brown Sports / October 5
Bears player suddenly retires a day after playing his final game
Chicago Bears veteran Marcus Davenport is retiring at age 30. The 6’6″ defensive end is reportedly retiring after nine seasons in the NFL. According to NFL reporter Ian Rapoport, Davenport asked to be released after playing in the Bears’ game on Sunday against the New York Jets at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill.
Marcus Davenport News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 5
Marcus Davenport Retiring From NFL
Former Bears DL Marcus Davenport has opted to retire from the NFL, according to Ian Rapoport. Davenport, 30, was drafted by the Saints in the first round out of UTSA in 2018.
Marcus Davenport News / Pro Football Rumors / October 5
DE Marcus Davenport Retires
9:02pm: We now know why Davenport asked for his release. He has chosen to retire, per Ian Rapoport of NFL.com. Davenport will hang up his cleats with 166 tackles, 25 sacks and seven forced fumbles over 78 games and parts of nine seasons.
Chicago Bears News / TWSN / October 5
Malik Muhammad Is Quietly Becoming One of the NFL’s Best Rookie Corners
The Chicago Bears’ defensive identity has flipped faster than anyone expected, and Dennis Allen deserves every ounce of credit for it. After a brutal Week 1 showing where the secondary was torched for 361 yards and three touchdowns, Allen’s unit has responded with one of the most dramatic early‑season turnarounds in the league.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 5
Bears HC Ben Johnson doesn’t mince words on Tyson Bagent
Tyson Bagent started his first game of the season on Sunday against the New York Jets. The Chicago Bears quarterback played well, leading the team to a 23-12 win at Soldier Field.
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.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 5
Packers vs. Bears: Green Bay could use some more from Matt LaFleur
It's one of the oldest rivalries in professional sports and the NFL's longest-running one, stemming all the way back to 1921.
Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / October 5
LOOK: Ultra rare Caleb Williams Bowman anime superfractor
The 2026 NFL season is underway and with that is new product for sports card collectors. One of the latest releases is the new Bowman football which hit shelves last week.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 5
Chicago Bears’ D’Andre Swift owns up to fumble mistake against Jets
Kyle Monongai had a breakout game in Week 4, earning a career-high 30 carries. His heightened responsibilities came in part due to starting running back D’Andre Swift fumbling the ball.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 5
Chicago Bears: Pass rusher requests release from team
The vibes should be high in the Chicago Bears locker room after they suffocated the New York Jets on Sunday to earn a 23-12 win and improve to 3-1 despite having a backup quarterback for their last two games.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 5
Chicago Bears HC Ben Johnson made comment Matt LaFleur might notice
In the third quarter, D’Andre Swift made a play he’d regret, fumbling the football at the Chicago Bears’ 28-yard line that resulted in the New York Jets cutting the lead to 13-6 via a Jason Sanders field goal.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / October 5
Bears’ latest roster decision is making headlines for the wrong reason, although this is expected to be the first of several moves to come
The Chicago Bears released veteran defensive end Marcus Davenport from the practice squad on Monday, the first of several roster moves to come on the defensive side of the ball.
Marcus Davenport News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 5
Bears Released DL Marcus Davenport
The Chicago Bears have released DL Marcus Davenport, according to Aaron Wilson. Adam Jahns added that Davenport asked for his release and was granted it.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 5
‘It was one of the easiest NFL games I’ve ever played in’: Bears defender embarrasses Jets with brutal postgame admission
The New York Jets fell to 1-3 against a Chicago Bears team playing without QB Caleb Williams. One Bears defender’s locker room comments made the afternoon look even uglier.
Khalil Mack News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 5
Khalil Mack Reflects Fondly on Bears Stint as Chicago Might Have Chance to Bring Him Home
Khalil Mack didn't want to leave the Chicago Bears. We know that because Mack called the 2022 trade to the Los Angeles Chargers "bittersweet" after it went down.
Rome Odunze News / ChiCitySports / October 5
Rome Odunze ready to catch passes from any Chicago Bears quarterback
The Chicago Bears exited Week 4 with a 3-1 record. In each win, they had a different quarterback under center. Caleb Williams helped topple the Carolina Panthers.
Kyle Monangai News / ChiCitySports / October 5
Chicago Bears’ Kyle Monangai taunts NFL amid rushing dominance
Through the first four weeks of the 2026 season, the Chicago Bears lead the league in rushing, averaging 196.3 yards per game. Kyle Monangai has played a key role in helping Chicago hold the top spot.
Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 5
Bears NFC North Round Up: Division Outlook Going into Week 5
The Chicago Bears enter Week 5 sitting near the top of the NFC North after a strong 23-12 victory over the New York Jets. While Chicago still has plenty to prove, the division race is beginning to take shape as the Bears prepare for their first matchup with Green Bay this season.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 5
Bears' Ben Johnson confirms Tyson Bagent, Caleb Williams decision for Packers game
Ahead of the Chicago Bears' Week 4 game versus the 1-2 New York Jets on Sunday, Johnson declined to reveal whether Bagent or Case Keenum would start at quarterback over injured Williams. Johnson has decided to go down a different route as the 3-1 Bears prepare to play at the rival Green Bay Packers (2-2) on Oct. 11.
Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 5
Do the Chicago Bears Have the Best Defense in Football?
The Chicago Bears entered the 2026 season with plenty of questions surrounding their defense, but those questions have quickly faded after an impressive three-game stretch.
Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / October 4
Bears Could Pursue Trade Additions
The Bears beat the Jets on Sunday, winning their second straight game without Caleb Williams at quarterback. That puts Chicago at 3-1 on the year. Having found success with Case Keenum and then Tyson Bagent under center, the Bears have managed to put themselves in strong early contention for a playoff spot.
Minkah Fitzpatrick News / Yardbarker / October 4
Jets collect first interception in nearly two years
The team went the entire 2025-26 season without collecting one, a stat that felt almost impossible to accomplish.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / October 4
Bears HC Ben Johnson got creative with Week 4 starting QB decision
The Chicago Bears are in action Sunday afternoon against the New York Jets, once again without starting quarterback Caleb Williams. This left head coach Ben Johnson with a decision to make.
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