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Bears HC Ben Johnson used one word to describe Caleb Williams

Bears HC Ben Johnson used one word to describe Caleb Williams

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson has built a strong bond with Caleb Williams on an off the field. He has seen firsthand what the star quarterback is capable of during games and described him in one word.

Colston Loveland News / ChiCitySports / September 14
Bears’ Colston Loveland has no beef with Week 1 dud

Bears’ Colston Loveland has no beef with Week 1 dud

Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland entered the 2026 season on a wave of hype and high expectations. But despite the Bears dropping nearly 60 points on the Carolina Panthers, Loveland was nowhere to be found; at least in the stat sheet.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 14
Remarkable Bears Stat Says Opposing Secondaries Face a Long Year

Remarkable Bears Stat Says Opposing Secondaries Face a Long Year

Even with 59 point scored, the Bears insisted a day later that their win over the Carolina Panthers was far from perfect. Achieved in extreme heat and

Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

32 quarterbacks in NFL history have throw for more than 6,000 yards in the first two seasons of their career. How many of those QBs can you name in five minutes?

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The 'NFL yards-from-scrimmage leaders' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14
Dan Orlovsky says the quiet part out loud about Caleb Williams

Dan Orlovsky says the quiet part out loud about Bears QB Caleb Williams

The Chicago Bears were one of the most entertaining teams in the entire NFL one year ago in Ben Johnson's first season as head coach.

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
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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 'Season passing-leaders by team' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker
When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 14
Chicago Bears HC Ben Johnson puts pressure on Jaylon Johnson, Tyrique Stevenson

Chicago Bears HC Ben Johnson puts pressure on Jaylon Johnson, Tyrique Stevenson

The Chicago Bears offense was near perfect in a 59-37 win over the Carolina Panthers in Week 1 on Sunday. The Bears defense… showed they have a lot to improve upon before the team is ready to talk about a Super Bowl appearance.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / September 14
Bears had two underrated offensive contributors in Week 1 who showed just how deep and dangerous this team actually can be

Bears had two underrated offensive contributors in Week 1 who showed just how deep and dangerous this team actually can be

Chicago Bears wide receivers Kalif Raymond and Jahdae Walker played a major role in Sunday’s win over the Carolina Panthers, proving how this team is much more than the star players that get the headlines.

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
Chicago Bears News / Stadium Rant / September 14
Luther Burden Week 1 Stats Display Strong Return In Bears’ Historic Win

Luther Burden Week 1 Stats Display Strong Return In Bears’ Historic Win

Luther Burden Week 1 stats displayed a strong injury return. He produced five catches for 63 yards as the Chicago Bears receiver came back from his preseason groin injury during Sunday’s historic 59-37 victory over the Carolina Panthers.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 14
Chicago Bears surprise WR1 was fully ready for Week 1 opportunity

Chicago Bears surprise WR1 was fully ready for Week 1 opportunity

Wide receiver Rome Odunze was active for the Chicago Bears‘ Week 1 matchup against the Carolina Panthers. The passing attack features fellow potent names such as Luther Burden and Colston Loveland.

NFL News / Yardbarker
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Kyle Monangai News / The Forkball / September 14
Former Rutgers Running Back Makes Week 1 Statement

Former Rutgers Running Back Makes Week 1 Statement

Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai made a big statement in the team’s Week 1 win against the Carolina Panthers. The former Rutgers running back took off for a 61-yard touchdown, adding anticipation for what’s to come for Monangai and the Bears offense.

Kyler Gordon News / ChiCitySports / September 14
Chicago Bears DB Kyler Gordon 'Will be back very soon', says his personal trainer

Chicago Bears DB Kyler Gordon 'Will be back very soon', says his personal trainer

Is anyone else sick of the Kyler Gordon saga yet? If you ask Ben Johnson, he’s certainly done talking about it. That is, until Gordon is on the practice field preparing for a football game.

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The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz
 The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz
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 The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz
The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
 The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
 The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / September 14
Caleb Williams makes bold declaration after Bears’ first win of the season

Caleb Williams makes bold declaration after Bears’ first win of the season

Caleb Williams continued to prove his doubters wrong with a huge performance during Sunday’s season opener. The Chicago Bears quarterback led the team to a 59-37 victory and delivered an impressive stat line.

Rome Odunze News / ChiCitySports / September 14
Bears WR Rome Odunze reacts to big play vs. Panthers

Bears WR Rome Odunze reacts to big play vs. Panthers

Rome Odunze and the Chicago Bears opened their season with a huge road victory over the Carolina Panthers. He only had two receptions, but one of them was highlight reel-worthy.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / September 14
Chicago Bears’ fight vs. Panthers has Ben Johnson amped up

Chicago Bears’ fight vs. Panthers has Ben Johnson amped up

The Chicago Bears first drive of the 2026 season went about as poorly as head coach Ben Johnson could’ve expected. However, the franchise managed to bounce back and earn a 59-37 victory over the Carolina Panthers.

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
NFL News / TWSN / September 14
Caleb Williams Ranks Above Jahmyr Gibbs in This Speed Statistic

Caleb Williams Ranks Above Jahmyr Gibbs in This Speed Statistic

One of the best, if not the best, running backs in the NFL is Jahmyr Gibbs. When you think of Gibbs, the word speed often comes to mind, which is why this stat from Caleb Williams is truly unbelievable.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 14
The Chicago Bears’ Week 1 grade says everything about their statement victory

The Chicago Bears’ Week 1 grade says everything about their statement victory

Monday is here, and Week 1 of the NFL season will conclude tonight. Many fanbases are either very happy or very disappointed this morning, as the overreactions will soon begin.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 14
Stephen A. Smith appears ready to fall asleep as Dan Orlovsky prepares jump from Jayden Daniels to Bears’ Caleb Williams bandwagon

Stephen A. Smith appears ready to fall asleep as Dan Orlovsky prepares jump from Jayden Daniels to Bears’ Caleb Williams bandwagon

On Sunday afternoon, the Chicago Bears started out their season with a bang by defeating the Carolina Panthers 59-37 on the road. Caleb Williams eviscerated the Panthers’ defense both through the air and on the ground in this one, with Chicago getting off to a good start in Ben Johnson’s quest to be the highest-scoring offense of all time.

Colston Loveland News / A to Z Sports / September 14
Colston Loveland’s quiet Week 1 production may seem concerning but a closer look reveals a much different story for the Bears

Colston Loveland’s quiet Week 1 production may seem concerning but a closer look reveals a much different story for the Bears

Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland was held without a single catch during the team’s offensive explosion against the Carolina Panthers, and here’s why you shouldn’t worry about this kind of showing moving forward.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / September 14
New details emerge on Kyler Murray after scary injury against the Packers

New details emerge on Kyler Murray after scary injury against the Packers

Kyler Murray’s debut for the Minnesota Vikings had a frightening twist. The former No. 1 overall pick was forced out of the game after just 11 plays in the first quarter of Sunday’s game against the Green Bay Packers at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minn., with an apparent head injury.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 13
Bryce Young may have finally arrived despite Panthers’ lopsided loss

Bryce Young may have finally arrived despite Panthers’ lopsided loss to Bears

Young’s career looked shaky for a minute, but he is finally showing the talent that the world saw when he was with the Alabama Crimson Tide.

NFL roundup: Bears score 59 in record-setting Week 1 win over Panthers
Bears live up to Ben Johnson's preseason proclamation with win over Panthers
Caleb Williams, Bears put up 59 on Panthers in record-setting opener
The '2026 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 13
Bears live up to Ben Johnson's preseason proclamation in Week 1

Bears live up to Ben Johnson's preseason proclamation with win over Panthers

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson said he wants to set NFL scoring records this season.

Bears QB Caleb Williams put Drew Brees' advice to good use on 22-yard TD vs. Panthers
Vikings score final 29 points to dispatch Packers
Kyler Murray suffers brutal injury in Vikings debut
The 'Last pair of 100-yard rushers by team' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 13
Bears' Williams put Brees' advice to good use on 22-yard TD vs. Panthers

Bears QB Caleb Williams put Drew Brees' advice to good use on 22-yard TD vs. Panthers

Turns out Brees is an excellent teacher.

Bears reward D'Andre Swift ahead of Week 1 with three-year extension
The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz
Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 12
Bears Elevated WR Kaden Davis, Signed QB Miller Moss To PS

Bears Elevated WR Kaden Davis, Signed QB Miller Moss To PS

According to Aaron Wilson, the Bears are elevating WR Kaden Davis for Week 1 and signing QB Miller Moss to their practice squad. Davis, 27, signed with the Broncos as an undrafted free agent after the 2022 NFL Draft.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / September 11
Bears reward D'Andre Swift ahead of Week 1 with three-year extension

Bears reward D'Andre Swift ahead of Week 1 with three-year extension

Just days before the Chicago Bears kick off their season, D’Andre Swift has another reason to be extra motivated for the season opener.

Caleb Williams sends strong message after big Chicago Bears news
Bold predictions for NFL Week 1: Josh Allen stumbles, Dolphins surprise
The 'Last pair of 100-yard rushers by team' quiz

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