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Cold Soldier Field Conditions Give Bears an Edge Over Rams
Now that the dust has settled from the Chicago Bears’ first playoff win in 15 years, the celebration period is officially over. The focus shifts to Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams, where the winner secures a spot in the NFC Championship.
C.J. Gardner-Johnson News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 15
C.J. Gardner-Johnson's return gives Bears back an unbeaten slot duo
Anyone who thinks the Bears will hold a big edge on the Rams because of wind chill below zero will be awfully disappointed, according to cornerback C.J.
The 'Most passes thrown by NFL season' quiz
How many of the NFL quarterbacks to lead the league in passes attempted for each season since the AFL/NFL merger can you name in six minutes?
Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 15
Caleb Williams has a new sculpture to commemorate his iconic season
Caleb Williams not only had the best passing season in franchise history this year, but he also pioneered one of the most improbable seasons in NFL history.
Who had the most sacks in a season during the NFL's pre-modern era?
Thanks to pro-football-reference.com's addition of unofficial sack totals to players' resumes, more clarity has emerged about the best pass-rushing years from previous eras.
Dennis Allen News / ChiCitySports / January 15
Chicago Bears’ Dennis Allen leaning hard on proven veteran amid playoff run
The Chicago Bears‘ defense is much more than turnover vultures. While it’s true that Chicago led the league in takeaways this season, the Bears’ defense has been coming up big with timely stops over the final month of the season, including holding the Green Bay Packers to six second-half points in a thrilling 31-27 comeback victory.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / January 15
Dennis Allen's vision for the Bears defense is finally coming to fruition and it can give Chicago a real advantage against Matthew Stafford
The Chicago Bears had a comeback for the ages last week against the Green Bay Packers in the first round of the NFC playoffs, erasing a 21-3 deficit to ultimately win the game and advance to the NFC Divisional Round against the Los Angeles Rams.
Matthew Stafford News / ChiCitySports / January 15
Bears vs. Rams weather forecast: How Chicago may get an assist from the weather vs. Matthew Stafford
Soldier Field has the potential to be the ultimate homefield advantage for the Chicago Bears, in Sunday night’s NFC Divisional Playoff game against Matthew Stafford and the high-flying Los Angeles Rams.
NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 15
Bears apparently not finished embarrassing the Packers just yet
There seem to be a great deal of concern nationally about the feelings of the Green Bay Packers after Ben Johnson dropped F-bombs referring to them in his postgame locker room rant following Saturday night's playoff win.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 15
National experts are lining up against the Bears heading into the Divisional Round
If you're looking for belief in the Chicago Bears this week, you won't find much of it. According to NFL Pick Watch, 78% of experts are picking the Los Angeles Rams to defeat the Bears in Sunday's Divisional Round matchup at Soldier Field.
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 15
The truth behind Chicago Bears’ biggest key to beating the Rams, Advancing to NFC Championship Game
The Chicago Bears‘ success in the clutch has been a driving force behind head coach Ben Johnson’s team’s run to the NFC Divisional Playoffs, but it isn’t the only thing that makes this team dangerous ahead of Sunday night’s matchup against Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams.
NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 15
Former Bears' coach believes an under-the-radar factor could be in Chicago's favor against the Rams
The Rams have been a full-blown head coach pipeline under Sean McVay, as other teams have been eager to find some McVay magic of their own. Liam Coen, Kevin O'Connell, Zac Taylor, and Matt LaFleur all previously worked on his staff.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / January 15
Former Chicago Bears QB explains how Ben Johnson is sparking Caleb Williams’ late-game heroics
Caleb Williams has become the Chicago Bears‘ secret weapon in the clutch. After toppling the Green Bay Packers, in what was the largest postseason comeback
D'Andre Swift News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 15
Bears’ D’Andre Swift earns Pro Football Focus honor after breakout 2025 season
Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift always felt like an enigma. His talent was obvious, but the production never quite matched it. However, that changed in 2025.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / January 15
Chicago Bears’ rookie garners ‘All-Breakout’ recognition
The Chicago Bears, in some ways, arrived ahead of schedule in 2025. Buoyed by Caleb Williams’ dramatic rise in his first year in head coach Ben Johnson’s system, and a defense that flew to the football on its way to leading the NFL in takeaways, Chicago finds itself two wins shy of a trip to the Super Bowl.
NFL News / ChiCitySports / January 15
Matt LaFleur trying to sabotage Chicago Bears amid Packers’ contract talks
The Chicago Bears crushed Matt LaFleur before he started negotiating with the Green Bay Packers for a new deal following the end of the head coach’s seventh season.
Skip Bayless News / Gridiron Heroics / January 15
'He Is So Gifted': Skip Bayless Names NFL Playoff QB Who Is 'One of One on Package of Sheer Talent'
Skip Bayless joined the chorus of high praise for Caleb Williams after the Chicago Bears’ dramatic NFL wild‑card victory, describing the young quarterback as uniquely gifted and a rare talent at the playoff level.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / January 15
Why Caleb Williams feels he excels when Bears are trailing in the fourth quarter of games
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams recorded six comeback wins after trailing in the fourth quarter of games from Week 1 through Week 16 of this season and added another in his first playoff start.
Ben Johnson News / A to Z Sports / January 15
Ben Johnson's push to add proven veterans is paying dividends in January, creating a culture built for pressure moments
The Chicago Bears have had a complete 180 as an organization over the last twelve months with head coach Ben Johnson in the building and he's now leading this team into a home divisional round playoff game on Sunday night.
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 15
Rams' Matthew Stafford addresses cold-weather concerns after warning from Bears' Ben Johnson
Stafford addressed the extremely cold forecast for the playoff game against the Bears.
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 15
Did Rams coach Sean McVay call Matt Lafleur about Bears game strategy?
Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay was a little evasive when asked if he had been seeking advice about how to beat the Chicago Bears in Sunday’s divisional playoff game from his friend, Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur.
Chicago Bears News / Total Apex Sports / January 14
Chicago Bears Sign Defensive Starter’s Brother After Devastating TJ Edwards Injury
The Chicago Bears have made a move to bolster their linebacker depth ahead of their Divisional Round playoff game against the Los Angeles Rams. On Tuesday, the team announced the signing of linebacker Nephi Sewell to the practice squad, a move necessitated by a season-ending injury to starter T.J.
Braxton Jones News / Pro Football Rumors / January 14
Bears Activate Braxton Jones From IR
The Bears lost left tackle starter Ozzy Trapilo for the season. They have placed both he and linebacker T.J. Edwards on IR; the veteran linebacker also suffered a season-ending injury against the Packers.
Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 13
Bears Made Five Moves, Placed OT Ozzy Trapilo & LB T.J. Edwards On IR
The Chicago Bears announced they have placed second-round OT Ozzy Trapilo and LB T.J. Edwards on injured reserve. Trapilo suffered a torn patellar tendon and Edwards broke his ankle.
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