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Salvon Ahmed May Be Due For Big Bears Opportunity With Kyle Monangai Ruled Out

The Chicago Bears have ruled running back Kyle Monangai out for their Week 5 matchup with the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. The news of the team's 324-yard leader creates intriguing opportunities all over the running back room.

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Packers-Bears Showdown on Sunday Gets Shocking New Twist

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams practiced in a limited capacity Friday for the first time in nearly three weeks, adding a late twist before Sunday’s NFC North game at the Green Bay Packers.

Caleb Williams News / A to Z Sports / October 9

Bears throw in a wrinkle to the final Week 5 injury report involving QB Caleb Williams that is sure to make the Packers hesitate

The Chicago Bears have released the final Week 5 injury report going into the weekend ahead of facing off against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. The Chicago Bears just wrapped up another week of practice and released the final injury report going into the team’s Week 5 matchup against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday.

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The 'Rushing TDs by active NFL WRs' quiz

How many of the active NFL wide receivers to rush for a touchdown can you name in seven minutes?

The 'NFL rookie 150-receiving-yard games' quiz

The 'D-Linemen with an NFL TD-catch' quiz

The 'Leading receivers vs. each NFL team' 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.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 9

4 Thoughts Ahead of Bears’ Week 5 Battle at Packers

The Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers are preparing for another chapter in one of the NFL’s most storied rivalries. After Chicago’s dramatic fourth-quarter comeback in the 2025 wild-card round, the Bears have an opportunity to continue building momentum against their longtime rivals.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / October 9

Bears HC Ben Johnson reveals update on QB Caleb Williams

The Chicago Bears have been playing without Williams for the past few weeks.

Bears RB Kyle Monangai Dealing With Turf Toe

Mike Tomlin, Jets chatter resurfaces after Aaron Glenn endures ugly loss to Bears

The 'NFL rookie QB passing leaders' quiz

Chicago Bears News / Larry Brown Sports / October 9

Everyone had the same idea for how Bears should pay tribute to Mike Ditka

The Chicago Bears are set to visit the Green Bay Packers on Sunday in what will be the first game following legendary coach Mike Ditka’s death. That has many fans wanting to see the team, and specifically coach Ben Johnson, pay tribute to Ditka in one specific way.

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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.

Kyle Monangai News / Field Level Media / October 9

Bears RB Kyle Monangai (toe) out vs. Packers

Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the host Green Bay Packers. Monangai, who was spotted in a walking boot, is dealing with turf toe.

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The 'Most 3-HR MLB Playoffs' quiz

The 'NFL most receiving-1st downs' quiz

The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz

The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz

Kyle Monangai News / ChiCitySports / October 9

Chicago Bears lose Kyle Monangai for Packers game as toe injury more serious than expected

Week 5 is almost here, and the Chicago Bears are coming off two straight victories. With a current record of 3-1, the season has started nicely, especially considering the injuries the team has faced.

Rome Odunze News / Athlon Sports / October 9

After Week 4 Performance, Bears WR Rome Odunze Is on the Cusp of a Breakout Year

Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze entered the 2026 season with high expectations. Chicago saw enough potential in the former No. 9 overall pick to trade away D.J.

Ben Johnson News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 9

Chicago Bears Great Loved Ben Johnson's 'Psychopath Move Behavior'

Ben Johnson was the ultimate troll at the outset of the Chicago Bears' Week 4 game against the New York Jets, but a Bears great has a different way of describing what Johnson did.

Tyson Bagent News / ChiCitySports / October 9

Chicago Bears QB Tyson Bagent’s feelings about potential trade: Report

Chicago Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent has said he believes he’s one of the best 32 quarterbacks in the league and believes he should have an opportunity to get a starting shot in the future.

Mike Ditka News / Yardbarker / October 9

Former Chicago Bears coach Mike Ditka passes away at age 86

Ditka transformed the tight end position prior to becoming the head coach of the Chicago Bears, who were world champions in the 1985 season.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 9

NFL Analyst Says Ben Johnson’s Offense Gets the Love, but Dillon Thieneman Is Fueling the Bears

The Chicago Bears’ offense has been the talk of the lakefront since Ben Johnson arrived, and a 59-point opener did nothing to quiet it. Dillon Thieneman is making the case that the other side of the ball deserves some of that attention, even if Johnson himself has taken to calling it a no-name defense.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / October 9

Bears have found a brutally simple answer to modern NFL defenses, and the right side of the offensive line is at the center of it

The Chicago Bears offense earned high praise on the latest 4th & Football podcast, and the development of the right side of the offensive line says plenty about why Ben Johnson’s rushing attack keeps overwhelming opponents through the first month of the season.

Darnell Wright News / Athlon Sports / October 9

Bears' Darnell Wright Should Be Early Favorite for NFL Honors

The Chicago Bears have found a cornerstone on their offensive line in Darnell Wright, whose dominant start to the season has helped keep the offense efficient despite losing quarterback Caleb Williams.

Tyson Bagent News / ChiCitySports / October 9

Tyson Bagent will love latest Chicago Bears injury update

With quarterback Caleb Williams still on the shelf, Chicago Bears fans will be watching each injury update like a hawk. But Williams isn’t the only Bear banged up.

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / October 8

Bears Injury Report: Elliott Downgraded to DNP; Jackson, Thuney, Wright Limited vs Packers

The Chicago Bears released their Thursday injury report ahead of Sunday’s Week 5 matchup against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Three players did not practice Thursday: linebacker Keyshaun Elliott (quadricep), who was downgraded from limited Wednesday, running back Kyle Monangai (thumb/toe), and quarterback Caleb Williams (hamstring).

Kyle Monangai News / Pro Football Rumors / October 8