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An NFL head coach reportedly wanted to hire Ben Johnson in a completely different role

Upstart defensive coordinator Ben Johnson? The thought might not be as crazy as it sounds. Chicago Bears reporter Brad Biggs mentioned on 670 The Score's Mully & Haugh show that Bengals head coach Zac Taylor tried to lure Johnson to Cincinnati's defensive staff.

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Jaylon Johnson discovers changed Bears team upon return to lineup

The Bears could get back one of the key forces on their defense this week as linebacker T.J. Edwards was able to practice Tuesday for the first time since suffering a hamstring injury Nov.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / December 2

Ben Johnson sounds off on tough week 14 matchup against Green Bay Packers

Week 14 is here and it’s finally Packer week. The 9-3 Chicago Bears will be facing their 8-3-1 NFC North rival this Sunday in one of the most pivotal games of the 2025 season.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / December 2

Chicago Bears starting linebacker returns to practice ahead of Packers game

Chicago Bears starting linebacker TJ Edwards has been dealing with a rough round of injuries in 2025. The star linebacker had surgery on a fractured hand back in November while he was dealing with a previous hamstring injury.

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The 'Last pair of 100-yard rushers by team' quiz

How many of the players to rush for 100 yards each in the same game for the same NFL team can you name in eight minutes?

The 'Last 175-scrimmage-yard games by NFL team' quiz

The 'Five game-winning-drives in a season' quiz

The 'Last rookie QB three-TD games by NFL team' quiz

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The 25 greatest receiving performances from one NFL playoff run

The increasingly pass-focused NFL continues to see wide receivers and tight ends play central roles in Super Bowl journeys. Here are the best yardage performances by pass catchers during a single playoffs throughout NFL history.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / December 2

Surging Bears get Week 16 showdown vs. Packers moved to primetime

With big success comes ... bigger exposure. A Chicago Bears' season that began with general intrigue is now blossoming into a full obsession as NFL fans flock to see the twist and turns of one of the most surprising teams of the season.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / December 2

The Chicago Bears offensive line has become one of the very best in the NFL

The true MVP’s of the Chicago Bears’ statement victory over the Philadelphia Eagles was the offensive line. The Bears’ offensive line dominated a very good Eagles defensive front all four quarters.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / December 2

Bears legend gives a glowing review of Chicago's offensive line

The Bears' offensive line has been rolling over their opponents for the greater part of two months now. An utterly dominant performance against the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles (on their own turf) was undoubtedly their magnum opus, though.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / December 2

Packers radio hosts are freaking out over the Bears being good again

The Chicago Bears’ status as the top seed in the NFC has drawn plenty of skepticism across the league as they continue through their tough end-of-season stretch, even after knocking off the defending champion Philadelphia Eagles.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 2

NFL Week 13 fantasy football takeaways: Buy Bears backfield

After a busy Week 13 in the NFL, it's time for fantasy football owners to finalize their rosters before the playoffs start. Here are the four biggest fantasy takeaways from Week 13.

Bears HC Ben Johnson offers blunt critique of Caleb Williams-led passing attack

Mike Jackson sends warning to Panthers about upcoming game at lowly Saints

Cowboys' Jerry Jones clarifies claim about potential Quinnen Williams, Micah Parsons trade

The 'Famous athletes named Jason' quiz

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / December 2

Bears earn shocking ranking from former Super Bowl champion

Through the first 12 weeks of the 2025 NFL season, fans and analysts around the league maintained a 'wait and see' attitude when evaluating the Chicago Bears.

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The 'Last pair of 100-yard rushers by team' quiz

The '1,500-receiving-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Five game-winning-drives in a season' quiz

The 'Turkey Leg/Galloping Gobbler winners' quiz

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / December 2

Ben Johnson confirms permanent change at left tackle for Chicago Bears

The Chicago Bears may have finally found their permanent left tackle moving into the most important stretch of the 2025 season. Rookie tackle Ozzy Trapilo got his first career start two weeks ago against the Pittsburgh Steelers due to an injured Theo Benedet.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / December 2