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Patriots rookie play-maker admits he thought he was headed to the Bears during the 2025 NFL Draft and it nearly happened

The 2025 NFL Draft was a frustrating process for the Chicago Bears after seemingly getting sniped out of all their top targets on the team's draft board, but the results proved to work out just fine.

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TreVeyon Henderson Thought He Was Going to Be a Chicago Bear

Many thought Ohio State running back TreVeyon Henderson was an ideal candidate for the Bears in the second round. He would instantly shore up one of their most glaring weaknesses and provide some much-needed juice to an uninspiring RB room.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / February 4

Ben Johnson news announced after first season with Chicago Bears

Ben Johnson had a huge impact in his Chicago Bears debut in the 2025 NFL season. Not the least of which is establishing a winning culture within the franchise.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 3

Bears' Patience Regarding Stadium Legislation Reportedly Exhausted

There is every reason for Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker to be worried because his final chance to keep the Bears from leaving Illinois now has a deadline of sorts applied.

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The 'Skill-position Pro-Bowlers' quiz

How many of the offensive skill-position players to be named a Pro Bowler for the 2025-26 season (including the players replaced AND their alternates) can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most TD in first two NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Fewest passing-yards by a Pro Bowler' quiz

The '2025 NFL first-team All-Pro' quiz

Kevin Byard News / ChiCitySports / February 4

Bears Safety Kevin Byard Gets Honest About Upcoming Free Agency

The Chicago Bears are gearing up for what will be a pivotal offseason as the team looks to make a push towards Super Bowl contention. During the 2025 NFL season, the Bears were one of the biggest surprises in the entire league.

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The 25 greatest NFL teams that didn't win a Super Bowl

Some franchises' best efforts have not led to victory parades or even Super Bowl berths. Because of untimely injuries, unfortunate circumstances, or myriad other reasons, many teams' plans throughout NFL history have not produced the desired result.

Joe Thuney News / ChiCitySports / February 3

Chicago Bears star reacts to major NFL announcement

Chicago Bears veteran guard Joe Thuney is one of the finalists for the inaugural NFL Protector of the Year award. The 2025 NFL season marks the first time that the league is recognizing the top offensive lineman for their valuable contribution to their respective teams.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 3

The Chicago Bears Most Underrated Resign Candidate

The Bears have a few tough decisions to make this offseason. One of the most significant ones will be what to do with linebacker Tremaine Edmunds, who is set to make roughly $17.5 million in the final year of his deal.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / February 3

Chicago Bears linked to major trade for former first-round pass rusher

The Chicago Bears are definitely in need of pass-rushing help this offseason, as Montez Sweat and Gervon Dexter were their only truly reliable players in that department this past year.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 3

2026 NFL Mock Draft Has Bears Looking Inside to Fix a Growing Defensive Need

Lance Zierlein's latest 2026 NFL mock draft for NFL.com takes a practical approach to where the Chicago Bears stand as a contender, and why fixing the middle of the defense may matter just as much as edge rusher and safety.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / February 3

Ian Cunningham plans to steal a draft strategy from the Bears as he leads Atlanta’s process for the first time

The Chicago Bears front office suffered a big blow last week when assistant general manager Ian Cunningham, the right-hand man to general manager Ryan Poles, was hired by the Atlanta Falcons for their vacant general manager position.

Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 3

Caleb Williams Is Reaching Icon Status With Latest Honor

For the second year in a row, Caleb Williams has proving himself the best in the league—at styling on everyone. On Monday, Williams kicked off Super Bowl week with some more (figurative) hardware in his trophy case, having been voted GQ’s 2026 Most Stylish Football Player.

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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.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 3

Why Pass-Rusher Isn’t The Most Important Priority For The Bears

Coming into last season, Ryan Poles’ top draft picks with the Chicago Bears had been largely followed the script people expected (minus not taking a receiver early in 2022).

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The 'Skill-position Pro-Bowlers' quiz

The 'Super Bowl starting QBs' quiz

The 'Super Bowl host cities' quiz

The 'Most TD in first two NFL seasons' quiz

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 3

Ascending WR Coach Declines Chicago Bears Request to Interview For OC Job

The Bears have been shopping for a new offensive coordinator after Declan Doyle got poached by the Ravens. Some believed they would potentially look to promote from within, potentially a promotion of QB coach J.T.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / February 3

Former Bears wide receiver fires shot at team Before Super Bowl

The Chicago Bears were a massive surprise during the 2025 NFL season, winning the NFC North division race and making the playoffs as the No. 2 seed in the NFC.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 3

Bears Looking at Raw Candidate After Being Rejected by Coaching Vet

Bears coach Ben Johnson beat Packers coach Matt LaFleur twice as he promised. The two remain in competition into the offseason, apparently, because the first reported candidate for Bears offensive coordinator is a candidate for a Packers coaching staff position.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 3

Chicago Bears Named a Fit For Super Bowl Edge Rusher in 2026 NFL Free Agency

When CBS Sports listed Boye Mafe among its top 50 free agents available in 2026 NFL free agency, the connection to the Chicago Bears was obvious. For a team in desperate need of reliable pass rushers opposite Montez Sweat, Mafe represents exactly what GM Ryan Poles is expected to target this March.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 3

Chicago Bears Linked to $60 Million Edge Rusher in 2026 Free Agency

The Chicago Bears' 2025 breakout season clarified one thing entering the offseason: Ryan Poles' rebuild is over. The Bears are actually good. Like, Divisional Round good.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 3

Ben Johnson Set to Interview Curious Candidate for Bears' OC Job

When news broke last year that the Chicago Bears were hiring Declan Doyle as offensive coordinator, most Bears fans didn't know how to react. The 28-year-old tight ends coach from Denver was a complete mystery and had no real track record in the NFL upon which an opinion could be formed.