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Kyler Gordon News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 17

Bears Announce Six Moves, Activate CB Kyler Gordon

The Bears announced on Saturday that they have activated CB Kyler Gordon from the PUP list and signed DB Nick McCloud to the active roster. In corresponding moves, the Bears have placed DL Dayo Odeyingbo on IR and released veteran DB Xavier Woods.

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How many of the quarterbacks who have thrown the second-most touchdowns for each NFL team can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 17

6 Make-or-Break Players Who Will Decide Whether the Bears Leave Atlanta With a Week 6 Win

Caleb Williams has been stuck on the sideline for three weeks, and the Chicago Bears have felt every snap of it. Whether he’s cleared or not, Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium comes down to a handful of players on each side, and the Bears can’t afford another trip like the Week 5 loss to Packers.

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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.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Austin Booker's 4 Sacks vs. Michael Penix Jr.'s Sore Ribs Could Decide Bears-Falcons

Austin Booker didn’t enter the season as the name Bears fans circled on the defensive line. Five games in, he’s the one carrying it, and on Sunday the Chicago Bears need him to make life miserable for Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr., who is playing through a rib injury.

Caleb Williams News / Lindy's Sports / October 17

Caleb Williams hamstring news calls Week 6 return into question

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams said it was a hamstring tear, not the strain that had been widely reported. Whether he plays in Week 6 could come down to one more test.

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / October 17

Bears Injury Report: Edwards, Elliott, Monangai, Odeyingbo Out; Caleb Williams Questionable vs. Falcons

The Chicago Bears released their final Week 6 injury report on Friday, ruling out four players for Sunday’s game against the Atlanta Falcons. Linebackers T.J.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Bears Stat Line Predictions: Three Players Poised to Deliver Against Falcons

The Chicago Bears head to Atlanta for a Week 6 matchup with plenty to prove after a disappointing loss to the Green Bay Packers. Chicago needs bounce-back performances on both sides of the ball, and several players have opportunities to make an impact against a Falcons team also looking to get back on track.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / Chicago Bears on SI / October 17

Bears Injury Crisis: 4 Players Who Must Stop Bijan Without Dayo, Sweat, and Edwards

The Chicago Bears enter Week 6 against the Atlanta Falcons as slight favorites on the road at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday, despite dealing with a full-on injury crisis.

NFL News / TWSN / October 17

The Atlanta Falcons Have the Blueprint to Expose the Chicago Bears’ Biggest Weakness

For most of the offseason and early parts of the year, the conversation around the Chicago Bears centered on the offense. Could Ben Johnson‘s system work?

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Dennis Allen News / ChiCitySports / October 17

Atlanta Falcons deal Chicago Bears challenge rarely seen over last 15 years

With Michael Penix Jr picking up a ribs injury, there has been a bit of controversy in terms of who starts at quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons. But whether it’s Penix or backup Tua Tagovailoa, the Chicago Bears can be certain of one thing.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 17

4 Things Bears Must Do to Beat the Falcons in Week 6

The Chicago Bears head to Atlanta in Week 6 looking to bounce back from a disastrous loss to the Green Bay Packers. Five turnovers doomed Chicago in Week 5, and the Bears cannot afford another performance like that against a Falcons team capable of capitalizing on mistakes.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 17

Chicago Bears Projected to Be Major Players at NFL Trade Deadline

It has been tough to fully gauge exactly where the 3-2 Chicago Bears stand when it comes to the team being a true contender when it comes to a Super Bowl.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Bears HC Ben Johnson Provides Encouraging Kyle Monangai Injury Update

Chicago Bears second-year running back Kyle Monangai is making progress in his recovery, giving the team reason for optimism after his recent injury. Bears

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 17

Chicago Bears at Atlanta Falcons: Who Wins and Why for Week 6

The Bears have made bouncing back their theme for the week. It's all you can do after being embarrassed by your biggest rival. “That story has yet to be written," coach Ben Johnson said.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Bears Projected Inactives for Week 6 at Falcons

The Chicago Bears head to Atlanta for a Week 6 showdown with the Falcons, with both teams looking to bounce back from crushing losses in Week 5. Chicago not only suffered a disappointing defeat but also lost several key defenders to injuries.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 17

Bears’ Kyler Gordon earns Ben Johnson stamp of approval amid injury return

All offseason, cornerback Kyler Gordon’s status with the the Chicago Bears was a mystery. But now entering Week 6, Gordon looks to be on the verge of finally making his return.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / October 17

Injury absence doesn’t change Caleb Williams’ 2026 Bears expectations

At minimum, quarterback Caleb Williams will have missed three games for the Chicago Bears in 2026. If he sits again against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 6, that will essentially be a quarter of the season.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 17

Bears HC Ben Johnson addresses Caleb Williams’ viral comments

Caleb Williams discussed his hamstring injury in front of the media on Thursday. It became testy as he expressed his frustration with reporters on how they reported his situation.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 16

NFC Notes: Kyle Monangai, Christian Watson, Laken Tomlinson, Bears, Packers

Bears HC Ben Johnson talked about RB Kyle Monangai‘s absence last week and how it impacted the running game. “We kind of went into the game with a little bit less in the running back room than we normally do with Monangai being active and going,” Johnson said, via Bears Wire.

Chicago Bears News / TWSN / October 16

The Chicago Bears Run Game Just Got Elevated

The Bears have battled through injuries all season, but one absence that has quietly impacted the offense is left tackle Ozzy Trapilo. While much of the attention has gone toward Caleb Williams‘ hamstring injury and Kyle Monangai‘s recent injuries, the offensive line has also taken a hit without its starting left tackle.

Chicago Bears News / Viral Sports News / October 16

Chicago Bears Announce Brutal RB News on Friday

The Chicago Bears’ ground game faces a familiar test this weekend as they travel to Atlanta without one of their most productive runners. Kyle Monangai has been ruled out for Sunday’s Week 6 matchup against the Falcons because of thumb and turf toe injuries that have already cost him the previous contest.