Yardbarker
Five Ways Sunday's Week 2 Game with Vikings Is Critical for the Bears

Five Ways Sunday's Week 2 Game with Vikings Is Critical for the Bears

For Week 2 games, Sunday's between the Bears and Vikings at Soldier Field carries major significance. Normally a team could look at a game only a week into the season, and treat it like any other game, especially after winning big in the opener.

Caleb Williams News / Athlon Sports / September 20
NFL Announces Punishment for Caleb Williams Incident Before Vikings Game

NFL Announces Punishment for Caleb Williams Incident Before Vikings Game

Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears are preparing for their first home game of the season when they host the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday. Chicago enters the NFC North matchup after an impressive 59-37 win over the Carolina Panthers, while Minnesota also opened the season with a victory, beating the Green Bay Packers 39-22.

Colston Loveland News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 20
Stat Predictions for Bears vs Vikings Include Two Touchdowns for Colston Loveland

Stat Predictions for Bears vs Vikings Include Two Touchdowns for Colston Loveland

The Chicago Bears have a chance to do something today that they haven't done since 2020: win their first two games of the season and lead the NFC North division.

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / September 20
Predictions On Tap Week 2: Bears vs Vikings

Predictions On Tap Week 2: Bears vs Vikings

All gas, no brakes. That is a great way to describe the Chicago Bears’ Week 1 victory over the Carolina Panthers. The more accurate version is: all offense, no defense.

Jahmyr Gibbs News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz

The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to rush for at least 150 yards in a game can you name in five minutes?

The '1K-rusher and 500-yard receiver' quiz
The 'Most scrimmage yards in one NFL game' quiz
The '24 NFL TD's before turning 24' quiz
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 20
Fantasy Football Start or Sit Week 2: Luther Burden, Colston Loveland, D'Andre Swift

Fantasy Football Start or Sit Week 2: Luther Burden, Colston Loveland, D'Andre Swift

Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift, wide receiver Luther Burden and tight ends Colston Loveland and Cole Kmet had very different showings in the Week 1 win over the Carolina Panthers.

NFL News / Yardbarker
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 20
Fantasy Football Start or Sit Week 2: Rome Odunze, Kyle Monangai, Caleb Williams

Fantasy Football Start or Sit Week 2: Rome Odunze, Kyle Monangai, Caleb Williams

The Chicago Bears are flying high after their impressive offensive explosion in Week 1 against the Carolina Panthers. Caleb Williams had a phenomenal showing for fantasy football owners who had him in the lineup.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 20
Fantasy Football Start or Sit Week 2: Cole Kmet, Kalif Raymond, Cairo Santos, Bears D/ST

Fantasy Football Start or Sit Week 2: Cole Kmet, Kalif Raymond, Cairo Santos, Bears D/ST

We saw unlikely fantasy football performances from Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet and wide receiver Kalif Raymond against the Carolina Panthers in Week 1.

Luther Burden III News / TWSN / September 19
Buy Low on Luther Burden III in Fantasy Football Before Week 2

Buy Low on Luther Burden III in Fantasy Football Before Week 2

Sometimes in fantasy football, the buy window for players can slam shut after just one week. That could very well happen to Luther Burden III with how quickly values change early on in the year.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 19
Bold Predictions For the Bears Week 2 Matchup Against the Vikings

Bold Predictions For the Bears Week 2 Matchup Against the Vikings

The Chicago Bears host the Minnesota Vikings in their home opener for the 2026 NFL season on Sunday afternoon. With the Lions losing in Buffalo Thursday night, whoever comes out on top will own sole possession of the NFC North.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 19
Chicago Bears WR punished by NFL for actions in win over Panthers

Chicago Bears WR punished by NFL for actions in win over Panthers

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson bragged about his offense in training camp, and his players backed him up in a 59-37 win over the Carolina Panthers in Week 1.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 19
NFL Punishes Bears' Jahdae Walker For Infraction, Panthers DL fined for Caleb Williams hit

NFL Punishes Bears' Jahdae Walker For Infraction, Panthers DL fined for Caleb Williams hit

The NFL has come down on Chicago Bears wide receiver Jahdae Walker just for having a little fun. According to the league's fines page, Walker was hit with a $5,620 fine for unsportsmanlike conduct (taunting) in the Week 1 victory over the Carolina Panthers.

NFL News / Yardbarker
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Derrick Brown News / A to Z Sports / September 19
Bears get bittersweet news as NFL lays the hammer down on Panthers Derrick Brown while also fining one Bears player

Bears get bittersweet news as NFL lays the hammer down on Panthers Derrick Brown while also fining one Bears player

Carolina Panthers defensive lineman Derrick Brown was fined for his roughing the passer hit on Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, but the NFL also handed down punishment on Bears wide receiver Jahdae Walker.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 19
Final Bears injury report ahead of Week 2 game vs. Vikings

Final Bears injury report ahead of Week 2 game vs. Vikings

The Chicago Bears will enter Sunday’s home opener against the Minnesota Vikings with a clean injury report. Chicago did not assign an out, doubtful or questionable designation to anyone on its active roster, meaning every player who appeared on the report is available for Week 2.

  Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!
The 'FBS animal nicknames' quiz
 The 'FBS animal nicknames' quiz
The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz
 The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz
The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz
 The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz
The '10K-yard, 80-TD NFL receivers' quiz
 The '10K-yard, 80-TD NFL receivers' quiz
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 19
NFL makes Caleb Williams announcement after Bears game

NFL makes Caleb Williams announcement after Bears game

Caleb Williams picked up where he left off during Sunday’s NFL season opener against the Carolina Panthers. The Chicago Bears quarterback delivered an impressive performance to lead the team to a winning start.

NFL News / ChiCitySports / September 19
Why 37 is Chicago Bears’ magic number against Minnesota Vikings

Why 37 is Chicago Bears’ magic number against Minnesota Vikings

The Chicago Bears are solely focused on coming away with a win in their Week 2 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings. But if they score at least 37 points, the 2026 team will etch their name into NFL history forever.

Kyler Gordon News / ChiCitySports / September 19
Kyler Gordon still backed by Chicago Bears teammates amid injury

Kyler Gordon still backed by Chicago Bears teammates amid injury

Chicago Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon has been a crucial contributor on defense when healthy. However, that hasn’t been the case for quite some time now.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
Vikings announce Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz decision for Bears game

Vikings announce Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz decision for Bears game

On Friday, the Vikings confirmed what had become expected news.

Vikings' QB competition was reportedly never about J.J. McCarthy
Falcons reportedly make Cooper Rush, Michael Penix Jr. decision for Week 2
Giants place starter on IR before 'Monday Night Football' matchup
Steelers announce Joey Porter Jr.'s status for Week 2 game vs. Patriots
Chiefs' injury report has bittersweet news ahead of Week 2
Ian Rapoport gives injury update on Bengals' Joe Burrow for Texans game
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
High-powered Bears offense set to face Vikings defense stingy on points

High-powered Bears offense set to face Vikings defense allowing yards but stingy on points

The Bears lead the NFL in multiple offensive categories after a 59-37 win in the season opener at the Carolina Panthers.

Vikings announce Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz decision for Bears game
The 'Season passing-record by NFL team' quiz
Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 18
Bears Announce Two Practice Squad Moves

Bears Announce Two Practice Squad Moves

The Chicago Bears announced they signed DB Keidron Smith to the practice squad and placed DB Anthony Johnson on the practice squad’s injured list. Chicago’s practice squad now includes: RB Salvon Ahmed G Caden Barnett TE Stephen Carlson DE Marcus Davenport WR Kaden Davis G Kyle Hergel LB Wayne Matthews WR Scott Miller DB Deantre Prince WR J.P.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 17
Maxx Crosby's strong debut fuels trade chatter

Maxx Crosby's strong debut fuels trade chatter

Maxx Crosby looked solid in his Las Vegas Raiders season debut, which has seemingly ramped up trade speculation after the Ravens backed out of a deal for the star pass rusher over medical concerns. 

Raiders' Maxx Crosby opens up about Raiders managing his snaps amid trade rumors
Update on Raiders' Maxx Crosby revealed after Rams report
Raiders' approach with Maxx Crosby raises questions about his long-term outlook
Major Week 2 injury update on Raiders' Brock Bowers emerges
The 'NFL's active 50-sack club' quiz
Kayvon Thibodeaux News / Yardbarker / September 16
Bears urged to make blockbuster trade for former No. 5 overall pick

Bears urged to make blockbuster trade for former No. 5 overall pick

Should the Bears make a move for a former No. 5 pick?

Three things the Bears need to improve on in Week 2
Two-minute drill: Lions-Bills showdown kicks off Week 2, historic Week 1 scoring and more
Grading NFL Week 1 overreactions: Are Giants for real?
Bears move way up in ESPN's NFL power rankings after high-scoring win
The 'Season sack leaders by team' quiz
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / September 15
Bears move way up in ESPN's NFL power rankings after high-scoring win

Bears move way up in ESPN's NFL power rankings after high-scoring win

Talk about a strong start to the season.

Projected Maxx Crosby trade to Bears gets surprising endorsement
Dan Orlovsky says the quiet part out loud about Bears QB Caleb Williams
Three things the Bears need to improve on in Week 2
The 'Active 4-TD NFL games' quiz
Maxx Crosby News / Yardbarker / September 15
Projected Maxx Crosby trade to Bears gets surprising endorsement

Projected Maxx Crosby trade to Bears gets surprising endorsement

The Bears were reportedly in the mix to get Crosby before his failed trade to the Baltimore Ravens.

Raiders' Maxx Crosby has emotional response after game vs. Dolphins
Surprising Maxx Crosby news emerges before Raiders' season opener
Could Seahawks could join race for Maxx Crosby amid new trade speculation?
The 'Single-season TD record by NFL team' quiz
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / September 14
Three things the Bears need to improve on in Week 2

Three things the Bears need to improve on in Week 2

Here's what head coach Ben Johnson and the Bears need to do to improve in Week 2.

Bears QB Caleb Williams put Drew Brees' advice to good use on 22-yard TD vs. Panthers
Bears live up to Ben Johnson's preseason proclamation with win over Panthers
Bryce Young may have finally arrived despite Panthers’ lopsided loss to Bears
NFL Week 1 winners, losers: T.J. Watt dominates; huge day for star RBs
The 'Monsters of the Midway' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14
Vikings' O'Connell speaks on Murray's status after QB suffers concussion

Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell speaks on Kyler Murray's status after QB suffers concussion in Week 1 against Packers

A Monday report shared the Minnesota Vikings received a "good sign" on Murray. O'Connell subsequently provided more reason for optimism.

Vikings get 'good sign' regarding Kyler Murray
Carson Wentz earns massive bonus following Vikings win
Vikings expected to start QB Carson Wentz in Week 2
The 'Most starts by an active NFL QB' quiz

Customize Your Newsletter

Yardbarker +

Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA.