Chicago Bears: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

T.J. Edwards News / Athlon Sports / January 18

Bears Sign LB During Playoffs After Season-Ending T.J. Edwards Injury

The Chicago Bears are one of the most prestigious franchises in the NFL, yet they have struggled to establish any consistent success over the last 40 years.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 18

Latest forecast confirms freezing reality for Bears-Rams at Soldier Field

There are playoff games, and then there are playoff games in Chicago. Sunday night's NFC Divisional Round matchup between the Chicago Bears and Los Angeles Rams is expected to be a classic 'Chicago' game, with Soldier Field expected to deliver a brutally cold setting for postseason play.

Jonathan Owens News / ChiCitySports / January 18

Chicago Bears’ Jonathan Owens makes personal announcement before Rams game

Jonathan Owens played all 17 games for the Chicago Bears during the regular season. The 30-year-old safety registered 19 combined tackles (nine solo) in his second year with the team.

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NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 18

Understanding Bears' options with possible tackle change against Rams

The possibility of Jared Verse or another Rams defensive end coming in untouched off Caleb Williams' must really scare the Bears , or they have a game plan designed to avoid helping the left tackle.

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Who had the most sacks in a season during the NFL's pre-modern era?

Thanks to pro-football-reference.com's addition of unofficial sack totals to players' resumes, more clarity has emerged about the best pass-rushing years from previous eras.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 18

Green Bay Packers make major commitment to HC Matt LaFleur

When the Green Bay Packers lost their wild-card playoff game to the Chicago Bears there was some noise that head coach Matt LaFleur could be on the hot seat. Not so much.

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Joe Thuney News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 17

Critical Joe Thuney decision is taking shape for Bears-Rams Divisional Round game

Most Chicago Bears fans assumed that Theo Benedet would step in and start at left tackle against the Los Angeles Rams in the Divisional Round game after Ozzy Trapilo was lost for the season in the Wild Card round.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 17

NFC Notes: J.J. McCarthy, Caleb Williams, Bears, Packers, Vikings

Bears HC Ben Johnson said QB Caleb Williams is quickly earning a reputation for becoming one of the most clutch players in the league. “There’s not a whole

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / January 17

Chicago Bears looking at asking player to switch position against Rams

The Chicago Bears need the offensive line to be productive in cold conditions at Soldier Field on Sunday night. The Bears are set to face the league’s 11th-best run defense when they play the Los Angeles Rams in the Divisional Round.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 17

Another Austin Booker hit on Jordan Love draws biggest Bears fine

Austin Booker has been fine again for using his helmet, but this time it really cost him. The second-year Bears edge rusher was slapped with a fine by the league of $46,371 for using his helmet while making a sack during Saturday night's playoff win over the Packers on Jordan Love.

Austin Booker News / A to Z Sports / January 17

NFL admits mistake against the Packers in Bears game, but now it's too late for it to matter

When breaking the rules actually pays off. This has been the reality for Chicago Bears edge defender Austin Booker in his past two games against the Green Bay Packers.

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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.

Colston Loveland News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 17

Colston Loveland earns coveted honor from Pro Football Focus

Boy, are we so very far away from doubting the Bears’ decision to pick Colston Loveland at No. 10 overall. The Bears’ rookie tight end has firmly announced himself as a superstar after finishing the season on an epic heater and annihilating the Packers for 137 yards in Chicago’s wildcard win last week.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / January 17

Chicago Bears already have Ian Cunningham’s replacement in mind

Last week, reports surfaced that Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles was working with Matt Ryan to help the Atlanta Falcons during their hiring process.

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NFL News / A to Z Sports / January 17

Bears reportedly considering a major shakeup on the offensive line going into NFC Divisional Round matchup against the Rams

The Chicago Bears are getting the final preparations ready to go for Sunday night's game against the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Divisional Round. Heading into the game, Bears head coach Ben Johnson didn't shy away from the challenge the Rams will bring to Soldier Field.

Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 17

Check out Caleb Williams’ five most incredible throws of the year

The 2025-26 season has given Bears fans just about everything they’ve hoped for to this point, including a playoff win and a chance at even more home playoff games at Soldier Field. Even more than that: we’ve seen glimpses of what Caleb Williams is capable of in the biggest moments, from crazy comebacks to throws that almost defy imagination.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 17

6 reasons why Bears fans should feel confident entering Divisional Round clash with Rams

The Rams and Bears are going head-to-head in one of the most highly anticipated matchups of the Divisional Round on Sunday night. The game features two of the league's top play-callers and two quarterbacks who can take over the game at a moment's notice.