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ESPN Sends Bears a Needed Defensive Boost in Latest 2026 Mock Draft

The Chicago Bears don't have many weaknesses entering the 2026 offseason. But one that will continue to come up during free agency and the NFL draft is the team's lackluster pass rush.

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5 Prospects the Bears Could Target If They Use “Need” As Their First-Round Strategy

There are several strategies that NFL teams employ when it comes to the draft. Two of the most significant ones are drafting for need and taking the top player on the board regardless of position.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 12

NFC Notes: Potential Cap Cuts, Bears, Packers, Vikings

The Bears are currently $5.3 million over the cap going into the offseason. Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic takes a look at Chicago’s salary cap situation:

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / February 12

Chicago Bears ‘worst-case scenario’ may be offseason’s most likely outcome

The Chicago Bears‘ roster is a bit of a mirror image. On offense, Chicago has built a young and ascending core around emerging star quarterback Caleb Williams

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 12

Bears Initiated Talks with Hammond and Got an Offer Tough to Refuse

A comment by the mayor of Hammond on Bears flagship station ESPN AM-1000 seems to be sparking a silly backlash against the team among the more naive in the fan base.

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The most awful NFL coaching jobs of all time

As franchises prepare wish lists for their next hires, numerous cautionary tales exist. Here are the worst head-coaching tenures since the 1970 merger.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / February 12

Chicago Bears’ Caleb Williams about to take NBA All-Star weekend by storm

It’s safe to say Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams’ star is rising. Beyond being the catalyst to a franchise record six comeback victories en route

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 12

The Chicago Bears’ 2025 Rookie Class Might Just Be Special

Stop us if you’ve heard this before: the Chicago Bears hit the 2025 NFL Draft out of the park. Led by the dynamism of their first two picks, Colston Loveland and Luther Burden III, and buoyed by solid performances from Ozzy Trapilo and Kyle Monangai, the Bears might’ve just pulled their best rookie class in years—a tremendous sign for the future.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / February 12

Big worry could lead to Chicago Bears taking ‘major fall’ in 2026

There’s a lot to be optimistic about the Chicago Bears‘ immediate and long-term future. From Caleb Williams’ rapid development into one of the NFL’s top quarterbacks in his first season in head coach Ben Johnson’s scheme, to the personnel in place to maximize one of the brightest offensive minds and playcallers in the league.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 12

Why The Chicago Bears Need To Extend Darnell Wright Immediately

We’ve spent a lot of time talking about the tough roster decisions the Chicago Bears have to make as far as who they may need to trade, cut, or restructure.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / February 12

Chicago Bears urged to add 5-interception defensive back to fill pressing need

The Chicago Bears‘ defense improved by leaps and bounds last season, but major offseason questions loom as does the uncertainty over whether relying on producing the most takeaways in the league is sustainable.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 12

Chicago Bears 2026 4-Round Mock Draft

The Bears added a significant amount of talent to their offense in the 2025 NFL Draft. They need to do the same thing to the defensive side of the ball in April.

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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.

Nahshon Wright News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 12

Potential Nahshon Wright Types Bears Could Scavenge From Rivals

In 2025, the Bears signed a practice squad player the Minnesota Vikings didn't want and discarded in April, and he became a Pro Bowl cornerback. Not only

Ryan Poles News / ChiCitySports / February 12

Chicago Bears, Ryan Poles get major endorsement after 2025 Cinderella run

The Chicago Bears claiming the NFC North crown and toppling the division rival Green Bay Packers in the NFC Wild Card wasn’t just a major step forward, but a showcase of the homegrown talent assembled by general manager Ryan Poles.

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Dennis Allen News / A to Z Sports / February 12

FOX Sports predicts the Bears will land three free agents that would make Dennis Allen happy, but one puzzling move on offense

Free agency is right around the corner and with the Chicago Bears currently about $5 million over the projected salary cap, the team will have to make some strategic moves before even thinking about acquiring new talent.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / February 12

Chicago Bears could move on veteran defensive lineman in free agency

The Chicago Bears front seven struggled to generate a pass rush in Dennis Allen’s first season as the defensive coordinator. The problem started well before Allen arrived in Chicago.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / February 12

Bears Predicted to Sign 81 Sack DE in Free Agency

Year 1 for head coach Ben Johnson and the Chicago Bears was a significant success. The former offensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions took over a team that had not experienced a winning season since 2018 and had only two seasons with double-digit wins since 2011.

Ryan Poles News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 12

Why the Bears' Salary Cap Situation isn't Nearly as Bad as it Seems

For the last three years of Ryan Poles' tenure as general manager of the Chicago Bears, the team was flush with cash at the start of free agency, often ranking at the top of the league for salary cap space.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 12

3 sneaky good NFL free agents Bears must sign in 2026 offseason

The Chicago Bears finally had the kind of success in 2025 that the team had been hoping to have for years. They went from worst to first in the NFC North.

Colin Cowherd News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 12

Colin Cowherd Takes a Bold Stance on Bears in 2026 NFL Rankings

Outside of the city of Chicago, not many people were buying what the Bears were selling last offseason. Everything looked good on paper. Caleb Williams was a young quarterback with limitless potential, and the Bears' hiring of Ben Johnson as their next head coach signaled a turning point for this snakebitten franchise.

Kevin Byard News / A to Z Sports / February 12

Bears Free Agent Profile: Kevin Byard III is shaping out to be the easiest decision for Chicago to make

The NFL free agency window is getting closer and closer and the Chicago Bears are set to be an exciting team to watch when the madness begins. Before it gets to that point, the Bears have to first weigh the pros and cons of re-signing the 22 players set to become unrestricted free agents.

NFL News / HITC / February 12

NBA Celebrity Three-Point Contest participants revealed, featuring Caleb Williams and Druski

The NBA has unveiled the confirmed lineup for its Celebrity Three-Point Contest ahead of All-Star Weekend. The competition will be staged Friday at NBA Crossover in Los Angeles as part of the league’s annual three-day celebration.

Chicago Bears News / Field Level Media / February 11

Iowa lawmakers propose bill in effort to lure NFL's Bears

A new wrinkle has emerged in the Chicago Bears stadium saga as Iowa lawmakers try to position the state as a landing spot if the franchise's long-running search for a new home drifts beyond Illinois and Indiana.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / February 11

Bears can clear tons of cap space this offseason, but it includes some risks not worth gambling on

The Chicago Bears enter into the offseason $5.3 million over the updated salary cap projections according to Over The Cap and will need to do some in-house maintenance until the team can even think about re-signing pending free agent or adding any external players.

Miles Boykin News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 11

Veteran WR Miles Boykin Announces Retirement

According to Mike Berardino, veteran NFL WR Miles Boykin has announced his retirement from the league on Instagram. Boykin, 29, was the No. 93 overall pick in the third round by the Ravens out of Notre Dame in 2019.