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Chicago Bears Roster Ranking: Where Does the Bears' Defensive Line Rank in the NFL?

The Bears didn't make any big splashes in their defensive line room this offseason. That is, unless the addition of Georgia Tech defensive tackle Jordan van den Berg fits an agenda you're trying to push against suddenly insecure Packer fans on X.

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Identifying the Non-QB Who Can Swing the Chicago Bears' 2026 Season

Of NFL players who are paid more, much more is expected. Quarterbacks always face the highest scrutiny, but there are highly paid players at other positions whose salary cap hits dictate success be assumed.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / July 23

Chicago Bears: Caleb Williams declared one of the most 'disappointing' first-round decisions since 2020

One could make the argument that very few players are having as good of an off-season as Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. Entering his third NFL season, the case could be made that he is already a top-five quarterback in franchise history, and well on his way to becoming the absolute best the Bears have ever had.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 23

The Most Important Chicago Bears Extension Candidate Entering Training Camp

As the Chicago Bears' 2023 draft class enters its fourth season in the NFL, players from that group are now extension eligible, and at least one of those players is a no-brainer to keep for the long haul.

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The 'NFL yards-per-catch leaders' quiz

How many of the players to lead the NFL in yards-per-reception since 2000 can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL yards-from-scrimmage leaders' quiz

The 'Active 10-TD rookie seasons' quiz

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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.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 23

Training camp will determine if Bears looks to free agency to answer biggest question

The Chicago Bears should be under a lot of pressure in 2026. Chicago started the Ben Johnson era on a high note, almost beating LA for a trip to the NFC Championship.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 23

Chicago Bears Veterans Who Could Lose Their Starting Jobs This Summer

We are days away from the start of Chicago Bears training camp and there will be plenty of interesting competitions to watch, especially when it comes to starting jobs.

Jahmyr Gibbs News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 23

Bears insider busts out ambitious Jahmyr Gibbs comp for ‘electric’ rookie

With head coach Ben Johnson in charge, the Chicago Bears are always looking for playmakers. In the third-round of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Bears may have found another premier option.

Ozzy Trapilo News / A to Z Sports / July 23

Bears’ hopes of getting Ozzy Trapilo back in 2026 get boost based on the Panthers’ handling of its own injured left tackle

The Carolina Panthers remain optimistic that injured left tackle Ikem Ekwonu will return during the 2026 season, which should be good news as well for the Chicago Bears and Ozzy Trapilo.

Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 23

Caleb Williams Leads Bears' Exciting Young Core, But the Defense Lags Far Behind

When Ryan Poles took the Chicago Bears' general manager job in 2022, he inherited an aging, expensive roster. His first order of business was stripping this roster down to the studs and remaking it in his image, and that commitment to rebuild a storied franchise is finally bearing fruit.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 23

Chicago Bears 53-Man Roster Projections 1.0: Pre-Training Camp Edition

The 2026 NFL season is finally right around the corner, and training camp kicks off over the weekend. Rookies will make the trip to Lake Forest on Saturday, and the veterans will arrive on Tuesday.

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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.

NFL News / ChiCitySports / July 23

Ex-Packers star gets brutally honest on lingering Bears beef

The Green Bay Packers selected Clay Matthews at No. 26 overall in 2009. He starred for the team until 2018, winning multiple honors and establishing himself as one of the best linebackers in the NFL.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / July 23

Chicago Bears’ young core ranked among best in NFL

The Chicago Bears are expected to build on their impressive year last season. They finished the 2025 NFL season with 11 wins and six losses, their best record in seven years.

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The 'Most 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

The 'NFL yards-per-catch leaders' quiz

The 'Youngest 4K-yard NFL passers' quiz

The '2K-yard NFL rushers' quiz

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 22

Ten Bold Predictions About 2026 Chicago Bears Training Camp

Bears quarterbacks and all rookies report for training camp on Saturday, and when the full squad comes to Halas Hall on Tuesday the drama really begins.

Adam Schefter News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 22

Adam Schefter Highlights One Big Concern for Chicago Bears' Defense in 2026

The Chicago Bears didn't have a good defense in 2025, and we need not look further than their rankings to know that. Chicago sported the 11th-worst pass defense, the sixth-worst run defense and gave up the 10th-most points per game in the NFL.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 22

ESPN’s young core rankings prove future is very bright for Bears

As the 2026 season approaches, Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love is under scrutiny following comments from insider Bill Huber, who pointed out Love’s significant struggles under pressure during the 2025 campaign.

Colston Loveland News / ChiCitySports / July 22

Bears star Colston Loveland named on NFLPA watch list

Colston Loveland proved in his rookie season that he deserved to be drafted at No. 10 overall in 2025. The Chicago Bears tight end played in 16 regular-season games, including 11 starts.

Adam Schefter News / A to Z Sports / July 22

Adam Schefter’s short-sighted concern for the Bears underestimates one of the Chicago’s most underrated offseason moves

ESPN’s Adam Schefter isn’t sold on the Chicago Bears repeating the level of success the team had last season in 2026 and the reason why is incredibly short-sighted and misses one important detail.

NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / July 22

How Ben Johnson’s raid on Detroit Lions is set to make Caleb Williams even more dangerous

The Chicago Bears are looking to take another leap forward in the 2026 season following a promising first year under head coach Ben Johnson. Last year, Johnson made the divisive move from the Detroit Lions to their NFC North rivals, the Bears, but it was a move that worked out for the 40-year-old coach.

Caleb Williams News / Yardbarker / July 22

Caleb Williams could make the Bears' next decision painfully expensive

The Chicago Bears spent decades searching for a franchise quarterback. Caleb Williams may soon make them pay handsomely for finally finding one.

Two-minute drill: Aaron Donald rumors, contract extensions, training camp kicks into full gear

Bears WR Rome Odunze Adjusting To ‘New Normal’ After Foot Injury

Bears fans react strongly to NFC North ‘disrespect’

The 'Season passing-leaders by team' quiz

Austin Booker News / ChiCitySports / July 22

Chicago Bears DL Austin Booker drawing support after personal announcement

Chicago Bears defensive lineman Austin Booker had a promising 2025 campaign. He played 10 games last season, starting nine. He registered 4.5 sacks, 35 combined tackles (19 solo), 12 QB hits, three passes defended and one forced fumble. The 23-year-old also started both playoff games for Chicago.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / July 21

Bears rookie center Logan Jones reveals why he feels ready for Ben Johnson’s biggest challenge

The Chicago Bears start training camp in just a few days and one of the biggest stories will be how quickly rookie center Logan Jones can adjust to life in the NFL and to head coach Ben Johnson’s offense.

Rome Odunze News / Pro Football Rumors / July 20

Bears WR Rome Odunze Adjusting To ‘New Normal’ After Foot Injury

After going ninth overall in the 2024 draft, Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze played a full 17-game rookie season. Teaming with rookie quarterback Caleb Williams, the first overall pick in the class, Odunze caught 54 of 101 targets for 734 yards and three touchdowns.