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NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 12

Chicago Bears denied key break they hoped for ahead of NFC Divisional game vs. Rams

Chicago Bears fans who were hoping they'd catch a break against the Los Angeles Rams and a potentially Matt Stafford-less offense will be very disappointed by the latest update from NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / January 12

Bears' untimely injury brings more uncertainty back to a crucial position looking ahead to the 2026 season

The Chicago Bears entered into the 2025 season with a lot of uncertainty at the left tackle position, but the team had multiple options to consider throughout the summer and into the season before really assessing the position as a potential top need in 2026.

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The 'Active 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

Currently, 38 active NFL players have had multiple seasons with 1,000 or more receiving yards. How many can you name in five minutes?

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 12

Bears HC Ben Johnson’s ‘boring’ halftime message that sparked comeback vs. Packers

Down 21-3 at halftime, the Chicago Bears were in need of a spark. However, head coach Ben Johnson didn’t go full Al Pacino in Any Given Sunday. Instead, he stuck to the plan.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 12

Stubborn oddsmakers open Bears as big home underdogs to Rams in Divisional Round

After yet another improbable, remarkable comeback victory, the Chicago Bears have made believers out of everyone. Check that, almost everyone. At this point Cardiac Caleb Williams and the Bears have made the crazy seem commonplace.

Colston Loveland News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 12

Bears' Colston Loveland set to take postseason torch from Travis Kelce

The Chicago Bears made quite a bit of history with their unbelievable comeback victory over the Green Bay Packers in Saturday night's Wild Card showdown, but perhaps the most impressive mark was set by rookie tight end Colston Loveland.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 12

Did Bears' Ben Johnson end Matt LaFleur's coaching career with Packers?

Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson has done some incredible things during his rookie year as a head coach. He flipped the Bears from a five-win team into an 11-win NFC North champion.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 12

Former Chicago Bears killer says team put NFL on notice after Wild Card win

It's one thing for the Chicago Bears to get respect from talking heads across NFL media following their historic win over the Green Bay Packers in the Wild Card round.

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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.

Ozzy Trapilo News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 12

Ozzy Trapilo injury forces Bears to scramble ahead of Rams game

Lost amid the euphoric celebrations after the Chicago Bears' miraculous Wild Card win over the Green Bay Packers was a double-whammy of sobering injury news.

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Caleb Williams News / A to Z Sports / January 12

Bears' second round playoff matchup is official, setting the stage for Caleb Williams to go head-to-head against one of his idols

The Chicago Bears advanced to the second round of the NFC playoffs on Saturday after defeating the Green Bay Packers with another thrilling fourth quarter comeback and now we know who the next opponent will be coming to Soldier Field.

Chicago Bears News / HITC / January 12

Chicago Bears HC Ben Johnson made a ‘classless’ gesture to Packers, says Dick Vitale

Ben Johnson was slammed by Dick Vitale for a ‘classless’ outburst after the Bears’ playoff win over the Packers. Legendary broadcaster Dick Vitale has hit out at Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson, labelling his post-game outburst “classless” after the Bears’ dramatic 31–27 playoff win over the Green Bay Packers.

Matt Lafleur News / Yardbarker / January 12

Matt LaFleur hints when uncertain future will be decided after Packers' collapse, loss to Bears

In total, the Packers have gone 76-40-1 in the regular season under LaFleur. However, he has yet to guide the club to a Super Bowl appearance.

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Packers HC Matt LaFleur blames 'execution' for wild-card loss to Bears

Packers HC Matt LaFleur makes sad admission after playoff collapse vs. Bears

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 11

QB injury question looms for next Bears playoff opponent

The Bears know their divisional playoff opponent and there is already an injury issue involved. They’re facing the fifth-seeded Los Angeles Rams at Soldier Field next weekend after the third-seeded Eagles fell Sunday to the sixth-seed 49ers.

Ben Johnson News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 11

Bears game-winning touchdown against Green Bay proves Ben Johnson is a mastermind

The Bears knocked the Packers out of the playoffs with a miraculous 31-27 come-from-behind victory in their Wild Card matchup on Saturday night. They scored three touchdowns in the final ten minutes, with the game-winner being a 25-yard strike to DJ Moore with 1:43 left.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / January 11

Bears HC Ben Johnson ripped into by Dick Vitale for post-game actions

The Chicago Bears and head coach Ben Johnson pulled off a miraculous Wild Card playoff comeback on Saturday night to defeat the Green Bay Packers by a final score of 31-27.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 11

Packers HC Matt LaFleur blames 'execution' for wild-card loss to Bears

On Sunday, Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur gave his thoughts on the team's 31-27 loss to the Chicago Bears in Saturday night's wild-card matchup at Soldier Field.

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Chicago Bears News / Gridiron Heroics / January 11

'Dangerous Proposition': Bears’ Reason to Be Concerned Ahead of NFL Playoffs

The Chicago Bears enter the NFL playoffs riding high on offense, especially after defeating the Green Bay Packers, but with clear defensive warning signs that could end its run quickly.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 11

Bears’ Caleb Williams’ 4th-down miracle to Rome Odunze gets Air Jordan treatment

Caleb Williams is a wizard. The Chicago Bears quarterback has orchestrated multiple fourth-quarter comebacks this season. He might be a tad bit inconsistent, but the 2024 first-overall pick makes insane throws at the right time.