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Bears Deemed Possible Trade Partner for Super Bowl-Winning TE After Cole Kmet Injury

When you think about positions the Chicago Bears could possibly add to ahead of the NFL trade deadline, tight end is the one that comes to mind. That's because the Bears recently lost veteran tight end Cole Kmet to a season-ending knee injury that has left them short-handed at the position the rest of the way.

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Consider Bears' Track Record After Overpayment for Jeffery Simmons

One after the other charges have filtered in claiming the Bears "overpaid" to acquire defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons. Overpayment is a relative thing.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 1

4 Thoughts Ahead of Bears Week 8 at Seahawks: NFC Title Game That Never Was?

The Chicago Bears head west to face the Seattle Seahawks in a Week 8 Monday night showdown. After defeating the Patriots in Week 7, the Bears will take on the other Super Bowl LX team.

Caleb Williams News / Athlon Sports / November 1

NFL Makes Punishment Decision After Caleb Williams Incident

The Chicago Bears are on a roll. They are entering their Week 8 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks with a 5-2 record. After missing three games with

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The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

Can you name the active running backs with at least 20 rushing touchdowns in their career?

The 'Most 10-rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz

The '1K-rusher and 500-yard receiver' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 1

Report details how Garrett trade was 'nucleus' for Simmons deal

Report details how Bears, Titans used Myles Garrett trade as 'nucleus' for Jeffery Simmons deal

The Chicago Bears and Tennessee Titans used another blockbuster trade as a template for the Simmons deal.

Seahawks' Zach Charbonnet expected to make season debut against Bears

Bears' Caleb Williams has been waiting for a test like the Seahawks

The '18-sack NFL seasons' quiz

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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.

Luther Burden III News / ChiCitySports / November 1

Bears coach comments on Luther Burden III development

Luther Burden III has shown a lot of improvement in his game this season. He is on track to surpass his totals from 2025 and continues to receive praise from analysts, teammates and coaches.

Khalil Mack News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 1

Bears Trade Rumor Details Deadline Focus, Latest on Possible Khalil Mack Deal

The Chicago Bears have already pulled off one blockbuster trade before the Nov. 10 trade deadline and one NFL insider says they might not be done. The Bears pulled off the trade with the Tennessee Titans for star defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons on Thursday, but they could still use an edge rusher to really fortify their defense.

Chicago Bears News / Viral Sports News / November 1

Chicago Bears Land Another Bombshell Trade Deadline Report

The Chicago Bears and Seattle Seahawks will meet Monday night with both sides having already reshaped themselves through major trades, and the Bears may not be finished.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 1

Ben Johnson's Ideas on Jeffery Simmons' Workload Against Seattle

Just about everyone at Halas Hall short of George McCaskey himself has weighed in on the Bears' acquisition of Jeffery Simmons at this point, except for someone else rather important.

NFL News / ChiCitySports / November 1

Stephen A. Smith issues strong statement on Bears after Jeffery Simmons trade

The Chicago Bears made a lot of noise on Wednesday following their trade for Jeffery Simmons. He could be the missing piece to their Super Bowl dreams, and has a lot of experience under his belt.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 1

Ben Johnson Suggests Caleb Williams Lost Cleat Dispute After Second Fine

The Caleb Williams-Caddix cleats controversy hasn't ended just because the Bears QB says he's wearing those cleats and will deal with the fine. The problem with the NFL uniform policy, just like with fines for other violations, is it can keep players from taking the field.

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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.

Jeffery Simmons News / Athlon Sports / November 1

Jeffery Simmons' Message Leaves the Bears With One Clear Goal: Super Bowl or Bust

When the Chicago Bears acquired Jeffery Simmons, one thing was clear: Chicago’s Super Bowl window is open right now. They have the star quarterback, offensive talent, coaching staff and a talented defense.

Caleb Williams News / Ball Exclusives / November 1

Bears QB Caleb Williams Refuses to Cover Caddix Cleat Logo

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams will not cover the Caddix logo on his cleats, citing principle, a source told NFL Network. The NFL has fined Williams $35,823 over the past two weeks for wearing cleats with an unapproved logo.

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The 'CBB mythical mascots' quiz

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

Jeffery Simmons News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 1

Bears' Jeffery Simmons Explains Taking New Jersey Number Despite Opportunity to Get 98

One of the first steps after Jeffery Simmons joined the Chicago Bears in a trade on Thursday was choosing a jersey number. Simmons has since done that, taking No.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 31

Ryan Poles reveals Chicago Bears’ Jeffery Simmons trade timeline

Trading for an All-Pro like Jeffery Simmons doesn’t happen overnight. But for general manager Ryan Poles and the Chicago Bears, it did. To be fair, the Bears have been scouting Simmons long before the trade was announced.

Kyle Monangai News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 31

Bears rule out Kyle Monangai for Seahawks MNF showdown

Coach Ben Johnson’s Chicago Bears sit atop the NFC North heading into Week 8’s game in Seattle that got a big Colston Loveland injury update. The Bears traded for DT Jeffrey Simmons at the trade deadline and could trade more players, but running back Kyle Monangai is not expected to be one of them.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 31

Bears Injury Week 8 Final Injury Report: Game Status

The Chicago Bears enter Week 8 with another primetime matchup on the schedule. After defeating the defending AFC champions at home in Week 7, Chicago heads to Seattle to face the defending Super Bowl champions.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 31

Colston Loveland good to go, Kyle Monangai ruled out in Bears’ latest Week 8 injury report

Tight end Colston Loveland and running back Kyle Monangai got mixed injury updates ahead of the Chicago Bears’ Week 8 contest this weekend. Loveland is going through the sophomore season of his NFL career with the Bears.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 31

Bears' Caleb Williams has been waiting for a test like the Seahawks

Williams doesn't need another confidence-builder. The Chicago Bears quarterback needs a test and, Monday night in Seattle, he finally gets one.

Bears QB Caleb Williams slapped with another big NFL punishment

Bears' landmark Jeffery Simmons trade highlights NFL's shifting priorities

The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 31

2 Key Stats About Bears Week 8 vs. Seahawks

The Chicago Bears face another major challenge in Week 8 as they travel to Seattle for a Monday night showdown with the Seahawks. After taking down the defending AFC champions, Chicago now gets a crack at the defending Super Bowl champions.

Chicago Bears News / Viral Sports News / October 31

Former Chicago Bears Pass Rusher Signs With AFC Team

The Chicago Bears’ bold all-in move for a Super Bowl run left a fan-favorite edge rusher without a spot. On Thursday, the team waived defensive end Jamree Kromah to clear a 53-man roster spot for newly acquired All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons.