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On YouTubeChicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 20
Hard-Charging Back Among Bears Returning on Futures Contracts
The Bears were undergoing a rash of running back injuries back near midseason and they had to turn to their practice squad for help. They found it. They elevated Brittain Brown after bringing him back following roster cuts and a strong late preseason performance.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / January 20
NFL Reserve/Futures Deals: 1/20/26
Today’s reserve/futures deals: Chicago Bears WR Maurice Alexander, RB Brittain Brown, TE Stephen Carlson, LS Luke Elkin, DB Dallis Flowers, DL Jonathan
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / January 20
NFL Analyst: Chicago Bears’ playoff loss shines spotlight on glaring need
The Chicago Bears shocked the NFL world, going from worst-to-first, winning the NFC North and toppling the Green Bay Packers in comeback fashion in the NFC Wild Card, before first-year head coach Ben Johnson’s team’s season came to an end in an overtime loss to the Los Angeles Rams in the NFL Divisional Round.
The 'Last three-passing-TD playoff game' quiz
Can you name the last quarterback to throw at least three touchdown passes in a playoff game for each NFL franchise?
Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 20
NFC Notes: Caleb Williams, Drew Petzing, Kevin Byard, Bears, Lions
Bears S Kevin Byard led the league in interceptions for the second time in his career, since doing so with the Titans back in 2017. He feels comfortable with his role in Chicago and is hoping to be back with the team in 2026, yet notes that anything could happen.
The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history
The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.
Jaylon Johnson News / ChiCitySports / January 20
Chicago Bears could lose $76 million Pro Bowler in gut-wrenching fashion
The Chicago Bears were just eliminated by the Los Angeles Rams in the Divisional Round of the playoffs, so now, they will be heading into an offseason full of tough decisions.
Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 20
4 Unteachable Traits That Make Caleb Williams a Superstar
While he fell agonizingly short of making Chicago Bears history, Caleb Williams still had an incredible sophomore season in 2025. He set a franchise record
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / January 20
ESPN insider predicts Bears could get priced out of one of their top free agents, here's two clear options to potentially replace him
The Chicago Bears are onto the offseason with some tough conversations coming up the pipeline for general manager Ryan Poles, head coach Ben Johnson, and defensive coordinator Dennis Allen to continue shaping this team into a Super Bowl contender.
Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 20
Bears Signed 14 Players To Futures Deals
The Chicago Bears announced they signed 14 players to futures contracts for the 2026 season. The full list includes: WR Maurice Alexander RB Brittain Brown TE Stephen Carlson LS Luke Elkin DB Dallis Flowers DL Jonathan Garvin LB Dominique Hampton OL Kyle Hergel TE Nikola Kalinic DB Dontae Manning DL Jeremiah Martin DB Gervarrius Owens WR J.P.
Jaquan Brisker News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 20
NFL Insider Suggests Bears Defensive Leader May Have Played His Way Out of Chicago
The Chicago Bears have no shortage of important decisions awaiting them this offseason, but one of the most complicated may involve the future of safety Jaquan Brisker.
Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game
For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / January 20
Chicago Bears veteran warns team could see mass exodus in free agency
The Chicago Bears exceeded expectations in head coach Ben Johnson’s first season with the team. The Bears won the NFC North and their first playoff game since 2010 by beating their rival, the Green Bay Packers, in the wild-card round.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 20
Superlatives for the Chicago Bears' 2025 NFL Season
Very few had the Bears winning the NFC North this season before the season began. After all, they were the only team in the division to have fewer than 11 wins last season, and they went 5-12.
Ozzy Trapilo News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 20
PFF Names an Unlikely Chicago Bears Rookie a 'Secret Superstar' in 2025
Every NFL season produces a handful of players whose value isn't fully recognized. For the Chicago Bears in 2025, rookie left tackle Ozzy Trapilo fits that description.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / January 20
Chicago Bears’ playmaker listed as top offseason trade candidate across the NFL
The Chicago Bears are going to have some difficult decisions to make this offseason. After a gangbusters spending spree that saw general manager Ryan Poles
D.J. Moore News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 20
Trade Buzz Around Chicago Bears WR D.J. Moore Growing Louder
The Chicago Bears' 2025 season ended one game short of the NFC Championship, but it was a legitimate breakthrough year for the franchise. Under first-year head coach Ben Johnson and second-year QB Caleb Williams, the Bears rebuilt their offense into one of the league's best all-around units.
Rome Odunze News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 20
Do the Chicago Bears have a Rome Odunze problem?
Ask most Chicago Bears fans about the 2025 season, and the mood is overwhelmingly positive. The Bears finished with an 11-6 record, were NFC North champions, and came oh-so-close to beating the Los Angeles Rams in the Divisional Round.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / January 20
Chicago Bears’ major offseason acquisition went bust in loss to Los Angeles Rams
The Chicago Bears revamped the offensive line last offseason, to outstanding returns. In head coach Ben Johnson’s first season at the helm, after signing
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 20
A new Bears running backs coach could make one major improvement
Much will be made within the NFC North of the Bears losing running backs coach Eric Bieniemy as a Kansas City rehire at offensive coordinator, once that becomes official .
Darnell Wright News / ChiCitySports / January 20
Chicago Bears’ Darnell Wright breaks silence on hopes for new contract
Following an offseason revamp along the Chicago Bears‘ offensive line, tackle Darnell Wright was the constant and developed into a driving force up front.
Chicago Bears News / Total Apex Sports / January 20
Chicago Bears Face Uncertainty at Left Tackle Heading into Offseason
The Chicago Bears are entering the offseason with a glaring question mark at one of the most critical positions on the field: left tackle. Injuries and inconsistent play have left the team scrambling for answers, and the situation has only grown more complicated following the latest update on rookie Ozzy Trapilo.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / January 20
All-Pro safety Kevin Byard III sends Bears message with free agency looming
Byard spent the past two campaigns with the Bears, and he led the NFL this past regular season with seven interceptions.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / January 20
Multiple Bears defensive backs have more than earned a high pay day, plus a quick look at the other pending free agents with the offseason underway
The offseason is officially underway for the Chicago Bears after an abrupt ending to the team's postseason, and Super Bowl hopes, in the first year under head coach Ben Johnson.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / January 20
Caleb Williams taking this big lesson from Bears' playoff loss to Rams
While speaking with reporters on Monday, Williams indicated that what happened during the postseason defeat can be a teaching moment for everybody involved.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / January 19
Ben Johnson reflects on 'ridiculous' Caleb Williams play after Bears' loss to Rams
The Chicago Bears seemed destined to make a trip to this year's NFC Championship Game when quarterback Caleb Williams pulled a rabbit out of his hat and connected with tight end Cole Kmet for a highlight-reel touchdown late in Sunday night's divisional-round playoff game versus the Los Angeles Rams.
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