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2 Concerns Chicago Bears Must Address During Bye Week Before Their Playoff Push

2 Concerns Chicago Bears Must Address During Bye Week Before Their Playoff Push

With the bye week underway, the Chicago Bears have extra time to find ways to get better. The trade deadline has passed, so any improvement will have to come from within.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 12

Another Last-Ditch Stadium Idea to Sell Bears on Hospital Site Arises

When the Illinois legislature convenes next week for its lame duck session and considers Bears stadium legislation, it's possible they could be looking at a different suggestion.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 12
Chicago Bears Trades That Should Have Been Made at the Deadline But Weren't

Chicago Bears Trades That Should Have Been Made at the Deadline But Weren't

The Chicago Bears made one of the biggest trades of not only 2026, but in NFL history when they acquired Jeffery Simmons after reaching a deal with the Tennessee Titans.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / November 12
Bears Midseason Rookie Report: Who’s Rising and Who’s Falling

Bears Midseason Rookie Report: Who’s Rising and Who’s Falling

The Chicago Bears are approaching the midway point of the season, which makes it a good time to look at how their rookie class has performed and where things stand heading into the second half.

NFL News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The '35 passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

The '35 passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the QB's with at least 35 touchdown passes in a single season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active NFL QB start-leaders' quiz
The '4-INT wins by NFL quarterback' quiz
The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 12
4 Bears Offseason Trade Candidates Now That the Deadline Has Passed

4 Bears Offseason Trade Candidates Now That the Deadline Has Passed

The NFL trade deadline has passed, and the Chicago Bears did not acquire any more players after their blockbuster trade for Jeffery Simmons two weeks ago, nor did they send away any players, despite trade rumors around involving Tyson Bagent.

NFL News / Yardbarker
Ranking the quarterback history of every NFL franchise

Ranking the quarterback history of every NFL franchise

Quarterback is the most important position for an NFL team. That wasn’t always the case, but it has been the case for, you know, 50 years at this point essentially.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / November 12
Chicago Bears facing tricky roster crunch upon injury return

Chicago Bears facing tricky roster crunch upon injury return

The Chicago Bears are using their bye week to heal up for the second half of the season. Head coach Ben Johnson and company will also fully evaluate where the roster stands.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / November 12
3 Bears Coaches Who Could Get Head Coaching Interviews in 2027

3 Bears Coaches Who Could Get Head Coaching Interviews in 2027

When a team puts together back-to-back successful seasons the way the Chicago Bears have, the NFL’s coaching carousel usually comes calling. Several Bears assistants are starting to catch the attention of decision-makers around the league, and the interest goes beyond head coaching jobs.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 12
3 Cornerbacks Bears Can Sign Right Now After Not Addressing Need at Trade Deadline

3 Cornerbacks Bears Can Sign Right Now After Not Addressing Need at Trade Deadline

In the weeks leading up to the NFL trade deadline, there were no shortage of rumors saying the Chicago Bears were in the cornerback market. And it's not hard to see why.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / November 12
Are the Bears Super Bowl Contenders? Analytics Say Yes, With One Catch

Are the Bears Super Bowl Contenders? Analytics Say Yes, With One Catch

The Chicago Bears hit their bye in Week 10, a little more than halfway through the season. At 7-2, they’re in position to defend their division title and make another deep playoff run.

Ben Johnson News / A to Z Sports / November 12
Ben Johnson faces similar important bye-week challenge with the Bears and last year’s turnaround shows what could come next

Ben Johnson faces similar important bye-week challenge with the Bears and last year’s turnaround shows what could come next

The Chicago Bears are among the top rushing offenses in the league after nine games, but still not hitting at the consistent rate they expect to see. That’ll be one of the top challenges for head coach Ben Johnson to improve over the bye week.

Gale Sayers News / Athlon Sports / November 12
In 1984, Gale Sayers founded Crest Computer Supply Company in Chicago; within 10 years, it had more than $50 million in sales

In 1984, Gale Sayers founded Crest Computer Supply Company in Chicago; within 10 years, it had more than $50 million in sales

Gale Sayers built a second career after football, turning a Chicago-area computer supply company into a business generating more than $50 million in sales.

NFL News / Yardbarker
The greatest return man for every NFL franchise

The greatest return man for every NFL franchise

From Billy "White Shoes" Johnson to Deion Sanders to Devin Hester, here are the greatest return men for each of the NFL's 32 teams.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 12
Chicago Bears' Most Disappointing Players at Halfway Point of 2026 Season

Chicago Bears' Most Disappointing Players at Halfway Point of 2026 Season

As the Chicago Bears enjoy their bye in Week 10, they are also at the midway point of the 2026 season, so it's a perfect time to reflect on what has transpired through nine games.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / November 12
Chicago Bears Midseason Awards: Caleb Williams, Luther Burden III Lead the Way

Chicago Bears Midseason Awards: Caleb Williams, Luther Burden III Lead the Way

Several players have made strong contributions to the Chicago Bears throughout the 2026 season, but a handful have separated themselves through the first half of the year.

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The '35 passing TD NFL seasons' quiz
 The '35 passing TD NFL seasons' quiz
The 'Last 30-rush game by NFL team' quiz
 The 'Last 30-rush game by NFL team' quiz
The '150-Rec.-Yard NFL teammates' quiz
 The '150-Rec.-Yard NFL teammates' quiz
The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz
 The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz
Chicago Bears News / HITC / November 12
Skip Bayless says one NFC quarterback has been slightly better than Caleb Williams in MVP race

Skip Bayless says one NFC quarterback has been slightly better than Caleb Williams in MVP race

Skip Bayless has been a fan of Caleb Williams and how well he has played this season, but believes one other quarterback has outperformed him. The Bears are currently first in the NFC North standings with a 7-2 record, with many considering them one of the favourites to emerge from the NFC to reach the Super Bowl this season.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 12
Grading Chicago Bears 2026 Free Agent Additions at Midseason

Grading Chicago Bears 2026 Free Agent Additions at Midseason

The Chicago Bears currently sit atop the loaded NFC North with a 6-2 record. They've built a roster that looks prepared for a deep playoff run. While it was largely built through the draft, they've also found some success in free agency over the past few offseasons.

Ben Johnson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 12
Bears’ Ben Johnson reveals absolute bar his dad texted him about ‘mediocre people’ after messy SNF win

Bears’ Ben Johnson reveals absolute bar his dad texted him about ‘mediocre people’ after messy SNF win

Every time Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson gives a pep talk, he makes everyone want to run a wall for him. Johnson has a way of rallying his players with his wit and eloquence.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / November 12
Chicago Bears’ biggest takeaways at halfway point of 2026 season

Chicago Bears’ biggest takeaways at halfway point of 2026 season

It’s week 10 and the Chicago Bears are officially at the halfway point of the 2026 season. The team is currently in the middle of their bye week, with the team returning on November 22nd against the New Orleans Saints at Soldier Field.

Luther Burden III News / ChiCitySports / November 12
Luther Burden III earns new nicknames from Bears teammates

Luther Burden III earns new nicknames from Bears teammates

Luther Burden III is enjoying his second NFL season with the Chicago Bears. He has appeared in four games, including three starts, and has earned new nicknames from his teammates.

Chicago Bears News / Viral Sports News / November 11
Chicago Bears Have Ex-Packers Defender on Their Radar

Chicago Bears Have Ex-Packers Defender on Their Radar

The Chicago Bears brought in former Packers cornerback Robert Rochell for a tryout this week as they look for secondary depth after standing pat at the trade deadline.

Jeffery Simmons News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 11
Jeffery Simmons' Leadership, Trash Talk on Display in Mic'd Up Video From Bears vs. Bucs

Jeffery Simmons' Leadership, Trash Talk on Display in Mic'd Up Video From Bears vs. Bucs

Defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons was mic'd up for his second game with the Chicago Bears when they took on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday night in Week 9.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / November 11
Bears updated playoff, division, and Super Bowl outlook as competitive NFC North race heats up following the trade deadline

Bears updated playoff, division, and Super Bowl outlook as competitive NFC North race heats up following the trade deadline

The Chicago Bears are 7-2 and on top of the NFC North entering the bye week after the first-half of the 2026 season. Here’s how the current percentages look for the Bears to make playoffs, win the North, and even win the Super Bowl.

Chicago Bears News / The Lead / November 10
The Chicago Bears Proved They Can Win Ugly Sunday Night

The Chicago Bears Proved They Can Win Ugly Sunday Night

The Chicago Bears have spent much of the 2026 season proving they belong among the NFL’s best teams. On Sunday night, they demonstrated something equally important: They can win even when nearly everything goes wrong.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 10
Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield, Luke Goedeke share strong accusations after loss to Bears

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield, Luke Goedeke share strong accusations after loss to Bears

Mayfield and Goedeke were not pleased with some antics they believe the Bears were engaging in.

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield shoulders blame after throwing two interceptions in loss to Bears
'SNF' takeaways: Bears walk off Buccaneers despite career-high four interceptions from QB Caleb Williams
Defiant Caleb Williams vows to 'keep rippin' it' after throwing four interceptions in Bears' win over Buccaneers
The 'Fewest completions in a win by team' quiz
Baker Mayfield News / Yardbarker / November 9
Bucs' Mayfield shoulders blame after throwing two interceptions in loss

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield shoulders blame after throwing two interceptions in loss to Bears

Ahead of the season, Mayfield and the Buccaneers agreed to a three-year contract extension reportedly worth $165M. Tampa Bay will need him to start matching the value of that deal with his on-the-field play.

Defiant Caleb Williams vows to 'keep rippin' it' after throwing four interceptions in Bears' win over Buccaneers
'SNF' takeaways: Bears walk off Buccaneers despite career-high four interceptions from QB Caleb Williams
The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz
Caleb Williams News / Yardbarker / November 9
Defiant Williams vows to 'keep rippin' it' after throwing four interceptions

Defiant Caleb Williams vows to 'keep rippin' it' after throwing four interceptions in Bears' win over Buccaneers

While Williams missed time earlier this fall due to a hamstring injury, he had tossed just a single pick over five games this season until Sunday's matchup got underway.

'SNF' takeaways: Bears walk off Buccaneers despite career-high four interceptions from QB Caleb Williams
The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz

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