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How Bears Hit the Ground Running Even Without Injured Kyle Monangai

The Bears put pads on Monday and the running game then comes to the forefront. Johnson, it seems, has already been at work on the running attack even while it appears they can't do much without wearing pads.

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Bears Unlikely To Make EDGE Addition?

Nearly three months ago, it was reported that the Bears, who had not acquired a notable pass rusher via trade, free agency, or the draft, could still be in the market for one.

Cole Kmet News / ChiCitySports / August 2

‘It’s miserable’: Bears TE Cole Kmet gets brutally honest about lack of touches

Cole Kmet saw his role diminish last season with the Chicago Bears with then-rookie Colston Loveland’s strong play. The veteran started and played more snaps early in the campaign before playing less as the year progressed.

Zavion Thomas News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 2

Past Bears Rookie Receiver Success Says Plan for Zavion Thomas Can Work

After Week 1 of Bears practices, the rookie who stood out the most probably should surprise no one. It's the rookie the Bears had a well thought-out plan to use, and that's third-round receiver Zavion Thomas.

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Austin Booker News / Stadium Rant / August 2

Chicago Bears Training Camp 2026: Austin Booker Rising As Left Tackle Battle Tightens

Now that Chicago Bears training camp is in full swing, all eyes are on the various position battles happening on the field. After the first week of practices, a couple of the position battles are facing more questions than answers.

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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.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / August 2

Caleb Williams, Bears welcome special guest at practice

The Chicago Bears are preparing for next season and putting in work in training camp. They reached the Divisional Round after winning the NFC North last season, with Caleb Williams leading the way.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 2

Why the Chicago Bears Left Tackle Battle Isn't Nearly as Close as Fans Think

The Chicago Bears entered the offseason with the goal of having a competition at left tackle between at least Braxton Jones, Kiran Amegadjie and Jedrick Wills after Ozzy Trapilo suffered a torn patellar tendon during last year's playoffs.

Jaylon Johnson News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 2

The Best Quote to Come Out of Chicago Bears Training Camp on Day 4

Few players on the Chicago Bears have more pressure on them in 2026 than cornerback Jaylon Johnson. Johnson is coming off a season in which he appeared in just seven games during the regular season due to injury, and he wasn't very good in those seven games, either.

Jedrick Wills News / Athlon Sports / August 1

Jedrick Wills Jr. Taking the Most Snaps as Starting Left Tackle on Day 4

The Chicago Bears starting left tackle job is one that we talked about in a prior Athlon Sports Bears article. In that article, we highlighted a post on X from Chris Emma (July 31st) which talks about how, “The Bears seem set on a rotation at left tackle as they evaluate their options.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / August 1

Bears QB Caleb Williams admits Ben Johnson frustration

Chicago Bears star Caleb Williams made a surprising revelation about their head coach Ben Johnson and how he frustrates him. Recently, Williams spoke to SiriusXM NFL Radio and was asked how Johnson pushes his buttons with verbal tactics and taunting.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 1

Breakout Player at Start of Bears Training Camp? That’s Easy

When it comes to the breakout candidates on the Chicago Bears' 2026 roster, the name Luther Burden undoubtedly comes up the most. Hype has been building for Burden ever since he finished off last year strong, and the hype has only continued to build more and more this offseason.

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / August 1

Chicago Bears: 2x Pro Bowl CB Jaylon Johnson makes confident Caleb Williams declaration

Last season, the Chicago Bears were one of the biggest surprises in the NFL. After going 5-12 in 2024, Chicago hired Ben Johnson as their new head coach.

Ben Johnson News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 1

Ben Johnson Provides Key Insight Into Bears' Combative WR1 Conversation

The Bears are in an interesting position when it comes to their receiver room. They have a DJ Moore-sized hole on that unit, and a few promising pass-catchers eager to fill it.

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / August 1

Chicago Bears: Justin Fields caught a stray from former teammate

Months before the Chicago Bears selected Caleb Williams with the No. 1 pick in the 2024 draft, cornerback Jaylon Johnson was vocal in his support for Justin Fields, arguing that he wasn’t the problem with the team’s lack of success on offense and in the win column.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / August 1

Chicago Bears Defense Makes Noise at 4th Practice

It’s fun to watch the Caleb Williams highlights and marvel at the potential he brings to the Chicago Bears. At the same time, this wasn’t the weak point for Chicago.

Jaylon Johnson News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 1

Jaylon Johnson Feels Like 'Night and Day' and Ready for Contract Run

Throughout the first three days training camp, the one defensive back who seemed to escape the damage being inflicted by the Bears' passing attack was the one who most needs to deliver.

Kalif Raymond News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 1

Kalif Raymond 's Skills Suit Bears Fine Even at Exaggerated Speed

When the Bears have lined up for punt return drills, unlike with kick return it's been a three-man rotation. The kick return has been a full lineup of players taking turns and it figured to be this way.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 1

Chicago Bears Position Battle Updates After First Week of Training Camp

The Chicago Bears have officially wrapped up their first week of training camp and there are some updates to share on key competitions up and down the roster.

Kyle Monangai News / Athlon Sports / August 1

Kyle Monangai Misses Yet Another Practice for the Bears

There’s been a ton of great reports coming out of Chicago Bears camp, but one of the negatives has involved Kyle Monangai. It’s still early, but Monangai has once again not been seen at practice.

Caleb Williams News / A to Z Sports / August 1

Caleb Williams and the offense dominate, defense responds in a big way, left tackle updates, and more from first week of Bears training camp

The Chicago Bears have wrapped up the first week of training camp following a wet practice on Saturday. The team will return to action on Monday in full pads but in the meantime, here are the top updates from the first week back at Halas Hall.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 1

2 key Bears struggling early during 2026 NFL training camp

Championship expectations have a way of exposing weaknesses. The Chicago Bears are facing this right now. After building one of the NFL’s deepest rosters around quarterback Caleb Williams, the Bears entered Halas Hall believing they possessed all the ingredients necessary to challenge for a Super Bowl.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 31

Jaguars, Bears facing different expectations for 2026 season

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Darnell Wright News / Pro Football Rumors / July 31

Darnell Wright Addresses Bears Extension Talks

One month ago, it was reported the Bears hoped to have a Darnell Wright extension in place by the start of training camp. That checkpoint has come and gone, but a long-term deal remains the team’s goal.

Ben Johnson News / A to Z Sports / July 31

Ben Johnson publicly embraces outside narrative about the Bears, using it as a team rallying cry heading into 2026 season

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson usually keeps his team motivations behind closed doors but it’s clear the national narrative about his team heading into 2026 has deeply rooted inside him.

Darnell Wright News / Pro Football Rumors / July 29

Bears Seeking Extension For RT Darnell Wright

The Bears would like to sign right tackle Darnell Wright to a contract extension by the start of the regular season, general manager Ryan Poles said on Wednesday (via Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times).

Montez Sweat News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 29

Bears Activate DL Montez Sweat From NFI List

The Chicago Bears announced they activated DL Montez Sweat from the Non-Football Illness list on Wednesday. Chicago placed Sweat on the NFI list on Tuesday, making this a quick turnaround.