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Bears Week 6 Inactives: Chicago shuts down another defensive starter, final call on the QB hierarchy, and other notes

The Chicago Bears are getting set for kickoff against the Atlanta Falcons and released the final inactives list, which includes another defensive starter that will not be playing.

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Coby Bryant Shows Progress in Injury Recovery Ahead of Bears vs. Falcons

The Chicago Bears have been operating short-handed at the safety position all offseason long thanks to the injury to Coby Bryant. Bryant, who was one of

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 18

Fantasy Start-Sit Week 6: D'Andre Swift, Luther Burden, Rome Odunze, Colston Loveland

The Chicago Bears will be getting a huge piece of their offense back in Week 6 and that will hopefully provide a lift for guys like D'Andre Swift, Colston Loveland, Rome Odunze and Luther Burden.

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / October 18

Predictions On Tap Week 6: Bears at Falcons

The Chicago Bears haven’t had much time to sit with their Week 5 loss, and that might be a good thing. A 31-7 loss at Lambeau Field was ugly in every phase.

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The 'Last 30-TD season by NFL team' quiz

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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Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 18

Stat Predictions for Bears vs Falcons Includes Three-TD Day for Caleb Williams

The Chicago Bears are hoping that Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons will help them wash out the bad tase of their disastrous Week 5 loss to the Green Bay Packers.

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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 / Athlon Sports / October 18

Bears’ Top-Graded Matchups to Watch in Week 6

The Chicago Bears hit the road in Week 6 to take on the Atlanta Falcons in a matchup featuring two offenses with plenty of firepower. However, the individual battles across the field could ultimately determine the outcome.

Kyler Gordon News / Athlon Sports / October 18

Bears Make Move Ahead of Kyler Gordon's Season Debut

The Chicago Bears have activated cornerback Kyler Gordon from the physically unable to perform list before Sunday’s matchup with the Atlanta Falcons. Chicago announced the move Saturday, clearing Gordon to return after a calf injury kept him out of training camp and the first five regular-season games.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 18

3 Bears Bold Predictions For Week 6 at Atlanta

The Chicago Bears head to Atlanta for a Week 6 matchup with an opportunity to build on their early-season momentum. With Caleb Williams back in the lineup, the Bears could get a much-needed boost on offense, particularly if their passing game and rushing attack find their rhythm.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 18

Which Bears to Start or Sit in Week 6 at Falcons

The Chicago Bears head to Atlanta for a Week 6 matchup against the Falcons, and fantasy football managers will have some important decisions to make. With Caleb Williams returning to the lineup and Kyle Monangai sidelined, several Bears players could see their fantasy value shift.

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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.

Chicago Bears News / Viral Sports News / October 18

Former Chicago Bears Player Has Died

Jon Morris, the veteran center who closed his 15-year professional career with the Chicago Bears in 1978, died October 15, 2026, at age 84. The New England Patriots Hall of Famer’s brief but notable chapter in Chicago came as a free-agent signing that brought experienced depth to an offensive line supporting one of the franchise’s rising stars.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / October 17

What Caleb Williams' expected return would mean for Bears, Falcons

For the first time since suffering an injury in Week 2, it appears that Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is ready to return to action.

Jalen Hurts injury takes concerning turn with move to injured reserve

Latest Micah Parsons injury update is bad news for Packers

Commanders expected to be without RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt against 49ers

Patriots' A.J. Brown expected to return in Week 6

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Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / October 17

Bears QB Caleb Williams Expected To Start In Week 6

After a three-game absence, Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is on track to return in Week 6 against the Falcons. The Bears are planning to start Williams on Sunday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / October 17

Bears Activate Kyler Gordon, Place Dayo Odeyingbo On IR

Injuries have plagued Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon since 2025, but he is finally nearing his season debut. The Bears activated Gordon from the reserve/PUP list on Saturday, per a team announcement.

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / October 17

Bears Injury Report: Edwards, Elliott, Monangai, Odeyingbo Out; Caleb Williams Questionable vs. Falcons

The Chicago Bears released their final Week 6 injury report on Friday, ruling out four players for Sunday’s game against the Atlanta Falcons. Linebackers T.J.

Chicago Bears News / TWSN / October 16

The Chicago Bears Run Game Just Got Elevated

The Bears have battled through injuries all season, but one absence that has quietly impacted the offense is left tackle Ozzy Trapilo. While much of the attention has gone toward Caleb Williams‘ hamstring injury and Kyle Monangai‘s recent injuries, the offensive line has also taken a hit without its starting left tackle.

Chicago Bears News / Viral Sports News / October 16

Chicago Bears Announce Brutal RB News on Friday

The Chicago Bears’ ground game faces a familiar test this weekend as they travel to Atlanta without one of their most productive runners. Kyle Monangai has been ruled out for Sunday’s Week 6 matchup against the Falcons because of thumb and turf toe injuries that have already cost him the previous contest.