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Caleb Williams Primed for Vengeance Against Drake Maye, Patriots

It's hard to find a darker time for the Chicago Bears in recent memory than that three-week period of the 2024 season that started with the infamous Hail Mary loss to the Washington Commanders and ended with a humiliating 19-3 loss to the New England Patriots at Soldier Field.

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Bears already have a few developing injury situations to watch going into Thursday’s game against the Patriots

The Chicago Bears will have a few injury situations to monitor during the short week before facing the New England Patriots on Thursday, including the one involving right guard Jonah Jackson.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 19

Chicago Bears, Tampa Bay Buccaneers Trending Toward Becoming Perfect Trade Partners

The Chicago Bears improved to 4-2 with a 31-23 win over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, but it's another NFC South team whose dysfunction is most pertinent to Ryan Poles and the rest of the franchise's brain trust.

Chicago Bears News / TWSN / October 19

The Chicago Bears Offense Looks Dangerous Again

For the first time in weeks, the Chicago Bears looked like the team many expected entering the season. Chicago’s 31–23 win over Atlanta may appear somewhat competitive on the scoreboard, but anyone who watched the game knows the Bears controlled it from start to finish.

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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?

The 'Best completion % by NFL team' quiz

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NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 19

Bears Fans Earn Assist With Falcons' Embarrassing Admission About Crowd Noise in Week 6

The Chicago Bears' 2026 schedule says they have nine home games, but we can tack on another after the Week 6 contest against the Atlanta Falcons. That's because Bears fans showed up in force for the game at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday, when Chicago topped the Falcons, 31-23.

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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 19

Reasonable or Overreaction? 3 Bears Takes From Week 6

The Chicago Bears bounced back from a disappointing Week 5 loss to defeat the Atlanta Falcons 31-23 in Week 6. Caleb Williams returned to the lineup, Kyle Monangai’s absence remained noticeable in the ground game, and the defense showed signs of improvement after struggling against Green Bay.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 19

Bears DB Kyler Gordon Accomplishes Feat Not Seen in Over 40 Years

Kyler Gordon made an immediate impact in his return to the Chicago Bears, recording three sacks and forcing two fumbles in Sunday’s 31-23 victory over the Atlanta Falcons.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / October 19

Bears could pounce on disgruntled veteran after latest NFL decision opens the door for one AFC team to be a seller at the trade deadline

A front office shake-up in Indianapolis has put a frustrated veteran defensive tackle on Chicago’s radar, and the price might be lower than you’d expect.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / October 19

Bears had one word after Caleb Williams’ immediate reaction to Falcons win

Caleb Williams was hyped after his successful return on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons. The Chicago Bears posted a video of him celebrating on the field after the 31-23 win and added a one-word reaction in the caption.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / October 19

Ben Johnson further proves all-time Bears great status in win over Falcons

Week 6’s matchup against the Atlanta Falcons marked Ben Johnson’s 23rd game as head coach. Already, he has proven to be at least one of the best head coach’s in recent franchise history.

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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 / A to Z Sports / October 19

Ben Johnson tried to play a dangerous game against the Falcons and it nearly backfired in a big way for the Bears on Sunday

The Chicago Bears held a 31-7 lead over the Atlanta Falcons and thought they could coast to a win by taking their foot off the gas. And they almost learned a valuable lesson the hard way.

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The 'Most WNBA double-doubles' quiz

The '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz

The '35-TD, 10-INT NFL seasons' quiz

The '100-yard, 1-rushing TD games' quiz

Colston Loveland News / TWSN / October 19

Colston Loveland’s Fantasy Breakout Is Finally Here

With Caleb Williams back, things were always going to start looking better for the Chicago Bears‘ offense in their Week 6 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 19

Chicago Bears Report Card for Week 6 Win Over Falcons: A Complete Victory

It didn't make up for the two third-round draft picks the Bears would have received from the NFL if Atlanta had organized its franchise the way real NFL teams do.

NFL News / ChiCitySports / October 19

Bears fans facing backlash for ‘unacceptable’ behavior during Falcons game

The Chicago Bears suffered a 31-7 loss to the their rivals, the Green Bay Packers, in Week 5. However, their fans appeared to still not be over it on Sunday.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 19

Bears’ Caleb Williams gets full Tom Brady endorsement after Week 6 win

All eyes were on quarterback Caleb Williams as he made his return to the Chicago Bears. That included Tom Brady, who was broadcasting the game with Fox Sports.

Kyler Gordon News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 19

Bears’ Kyler Gordon ties NFL record with monster game in return from injury vs. Falcons

Chicago Bears fifth-year cornerback Kyler Gordon made an immediate impact in his first appearance of the 2026 season, recording three sacks and forcing two fumbles during Sunday afternoon’s 31-23 win over the Atlanta Falcons.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / October 19

Bears’ Caleb Williams goes full Kirk Cousins after defeating Falcons

Quarterback Caleb Williams was itching for Sunday’s matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. He had missed the previous three weeks and just watched his team get embarrassed by the Green Bay Packers.

Kyler Gordon News / ChiCitySports / October 19

Bears make Kyler Gordon announcement after Falcons game

Kyler Gordon has dealt with multiple injuries in the last two years, limiting his availability. He started this season on the on the PUP list due to a calf injury but was activated for the Chicago Bears’ clash with the Atlanta Falcons.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 18

Bears’ Kyler Gordon gets 100% real about Ryan Poles’ comments

The Chicago Bears were able to walk out with a win against the Atlanta Falcons, and it was the defense that led the way for them. More specifically, it was Kyler Gordon’s day, as he made his season debut after returning from injury, and he finished the game with four tackles, three sacks and two forced fumbles.

Kyler Gordon News / ChiCitySports / October 18

Chicago Bears: Kyler Gordon makes NFL history with feat that dates back to 1982

If you didn’t buy into the Kyler Gordon hype, you may need to now. The Chicago Bears traveled to Atlanta today and left with an impressive 31-23 victory.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / October 18

Bears' Caleb Williams shines in first game back from injury

After missing three games while recovering from a torn hamstring, Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams returned to the field Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons.

Giants bench QB Jameis Winston in favor of J.J. McCarthy during Saints game

Giants appear to be sending clear message to Cam Skattebo with demotion

Saints RB Alvin Kamara makes NFL history vs. Giants

Browns leading AFC North, but will they be on pumpkin watch soon?

The 'NFL QB playoff debut-winners' quiz

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.

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

The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 16

Bears Officially Rule Out Four Players For Week 6

The Chicago Bears officially ruled out LB T.J. Edwards, LB Keyshaun Elliott, RB Kyle Monangai, and DL Dayo Odeyingbo for Week 6 against the Falcons. This marks Monangai’s second consecutive game to be ruled out.