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Lamar Jackson's return to health presents obvious obstacle to Bears

Lamar Jackson returned to the Baltimore Ravens practice field on a limited basis Wednesday from a hamstring injury and the Bears definitely took note. If he’s practicing at all on Wednesday it bodes well for his return on Sunday to face the Bears, but they have been operating as if they expect to face him, anyway.

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Good, Better, Best: Chicago Bears vs New Orleans Saints – Special Edition

Hello Chicago Bears fans! This is a special edition of the GBB column, as I relate not only the good, the better, and the best of the game against the New Orleans Saints, but I also tell you what it was like to be there, in person, for the first-time home game, in Chicago, at Soldier Field, for my son as a Bears fan. Let’s get into it, shall we?

Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 22

The trouble spot where Caleb Williams and Bears offense bog down

The Bears have been kicking an awful lot of field goals lately. While making four the last two games has been good for the career chances of backup kicker Jake Moody, it's doing little for the scoreboard .

D.J. Moore News / Windy City Gridiron / October 22

Bears vs. Ravens Injury Report: D’Andre Swift, DJ Moore DNP

As the Chicago Bears prepare for the seventh game of the season against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, both teams have released their first official injury report for week eight.

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The 'Active 3-passing-TD game leaders' quiz

There are 26 active NFL quarterbacks who have thrown three touchdowns in a game at least eight times. How many of them can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active NFL passing leaders' quiz

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Chicago Bears News / Stadium Rant / October 22

Four Straight And Counting: Chicago Bears Out To Prove 2025 Squad Is Built Different

At this time last year, the Chicago Bears were a team that appeared to be turning a corner. They entered Week Seven with a 4–2 record, their optimism rising, only to suffer one of the most demoralizing losses in recent years.

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The most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time

Many teams have made missteps regarding a separation from a head coach or coordinator. Some have been straight firings, others de facto dismissals described as mutual separations.

Lamar Jackson News / ChiCitySports / October 22

Chicago Bears receive big news on Ravens QB Lamar Jackson

How easy it is for the Chicago Bears to win Sunday’s game against the Baltimore Ravens will come down to the availability of Lamar Jackson. More News: Bears have curious position battle surface in Week 8 Jackson suffered a hamstring injury during the Ravens’ 37-20 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 4.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 22

Bears at Ravens NFL Week 8 Broadcast Map: Will you be able to watch on TV?

The Chicago Bears are looking ahead to another noon kickoff on Sunday against another one win opponent the team shouldn't overlook. Chicago will be on the road this weekend taking on the Baltimore Ravens coming out of their bye week.

Chicago Bears News / Windy City Gridiron / October 22

It’s time to accept it, this is no longer the same old Bears

That’s four wins in a row for our Chicago Bears, and four wins in games that had moments where previous Bears teams would have likely crumbled. Let’s examine all the times past teams would have found a way to Bear it up.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 22

Why Rome Odunze's slowdown poses no problem to Ben Johnson and Bears

What needs to be understood about Bears coach Ben Johnson is he doesn't care. He doesn't care about who gets the numbers from week to week. His job and style is to get the game plan for a particular opponent together and working.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / October 22

Bears linked as a top fit for two young pass rushers ahead of the NFL trade deadline, but is it the right move to fix the short and long term issues

The Nov. 4th NFL trade deadline is fast approaching and it's only a matter of time until we see more trades start to come through with teams figuring out who they are, and what they need, or don't.

Colston Loveland News / A to Z Sports / October 22

Colston Loveland continues to earn trust and impress in multiple facets of the game for the Bears with a perfect opportunity ahead

Six games into the regular season, a lot of people on the outside are frustrated with the lack of involvement from the Chicago Bears' rookie class and rightfully so when looking at the usage and impact from the majority of the class.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

Bijan Robinson has a simple message for Texas QB Manning

Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 22

Caleb Williams grudgingly pays off lost football game 'bet' with Bears teammate

Caleb Williams won a big game last weekend. But he also lost a big bet. The quarterback didn't have his "A" game Sunday, but he helped navigate his Chicago Bears to a 12-point victory over the lowly New Orleans Saints at Soldier Field.

Chicago Bears News / Windy City Gridiron / October 22

The Mac & Read Show: Bears on a 4 Game Win Streak Heading to Baltimore

The Chicago Bears’ winning streak is up to four games now, and winning always makes for some fun conversation. Check out Even McLean and Ross Read on their latest show for their breakdown of the win against the New Orleans Saints, a discussion on Caleb Williams’ performance, and also what to expect against the Ravens.

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The 'MLB playoff RBI leaders' quiz

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The 'College basketball AP preseason No. 1 teams' quiz

NFL News / EasySportz / October 22

Monsters of the Midway Roar Again: Bears Defense Crushes Saints in Week 7

Dennis Allen’s unit made it personal — and unforgettable — in Chicago’s 26-14 victory The Monsters of the Midway are back on the prowl. The Chicago Bears’ defense turned back the clock — relentless, physical and unforgiving — in a 26-14 win over the New Orleans Saints that reminded everyone what real Chicago football looks like.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 21

Growth of Bears run consistency comes at perfect time to face Ravens

While much scrutiny is being devoted to Caleb Williams' inconsistency and season's worst effort against New Orleans, there was a development more critical to success this week for the Bears .

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 21

Chicago Bears skyrocket up ESPN's Week 8 NFL Power Rankings

What a difference one week (and one convincing win) makes for the Chicago Bears in ESPN's NFL Power Rankings. The Bears, led by a dominant defense, outpaced the Saints, 26-14, extending their winning streak to four games and improving their record to 4-2.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 21

Bears' surprise standout among top fantasy football waiver targets in Week 8

The 2025 fantasy football season is at its midway point, and now that the early season trends are becoming crystallized as 2025 storylines, fantasy managers are searching for players who can tip the scales and lead them to a league championship.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 21

Chicago Bears surging up in NFL power rankings

For the first time since the 2018 season, the Chicago Bears have won four games in a row. After a brutal 0-2 start to the season, the Bears might have begun to turn it around.

Ben Johnson News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 21

Ben Johnson was mic'd up in Bears' Week 7 win vs Saints and the video is perfect

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson has only been on the job for six regular season games, but he has already gained a certain reputation among the fanbase: a psychopath, and the fans mean that in the best possible way.

Chicago Bears News / The Lead / October 21

Bears’ Front Seven Has Finally Started to Prove Themselves

The Chicago Bears are riding a four-game win streak, their longest since 2018. While many could point to D’Andre Swift dominating the ground game as of late or having perhaps the strongest special teams units in the league thus far, the real story is unfolding on the other side of the ball.

Tanoh Kpassagnon News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 21

Bears Released DL Tanoh Kpassagnon From PS

The Bears announced they have released veteran DL Tanoh Kpassagnon from their practice squad, just days after cutting him and re-signing him to the unit.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 21

Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson calls out player for 'inconsistent' play

Theo Benedet has been the left tackle for the Chicago Bears since replacing Braxton Jones during Week 4’s win over the Las Vegas Raiders. The undrafted Canadian has impressed many since becoming the starter, especially with run blocking.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / October 21

How Odunze remained positive after disappointing rookie season

How Bears' Rome Odunze remained positive after disappointing rookie season

Rome Odunze spoke with ESPN's Courtney Cronin about how he stayed positive despite everything that went wrong for the Bears during his first pro season.

Bears defense does its job against Saints to keep winning streak going

Ravens get discouraging Lamar Jackson update coming out of bye week

Record-breaking Chargers TE Oronde Gadsden II leads list of standout rookies from Week 7

NFL assistants who could soon become head coaches

The 'NFL franchise rookie QB touchdown leaders' quiz

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 21

The Chicago Bears defense has turned it around

After a brutal start to the 2025 season, Dennis Allen might have brought back the monsters of the midway. Through the Chicago Bears’ four game winning streak, the defense has seen a major turnaround.