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Bears' 2025 Rookies Did Something Never Seen in NFL History

The 2025 NFL season could not have gone much better for the Chicago Bears. They more than doubled their win total from 2024 (from five to 11) and pulled off the challenging worst-to-first transition, clinching the 2025 NFC North championship in Week 17.

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Has a potential trade destination emerged for DJ Moore and the Bears?

A big move in the AFC East Tuesday might have some ripple effects for the Bears and the NFC North. The Buffalo Bills have reportedly promoted offensive coordinator Joe Brady to head coach after interviewing a number of candidates, including ex-OC Brian Daboll.

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3 Senior Bowl Day 1 Standouts that dominated on the defensive line with Bears GM Ryan Poles in attendance

The first day of Senior Bowl week is in the books and it seemed to be a great first day for the defensive line prospects based on reports out of Mobile, Alabama.

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Bears' Ben Johnson Could Target Fired Offensive Coordinator as Declan Doyle Insurance

Declan Doyle isn't going to the Philadelphia Eagles, but the young offensive coordinator could still be leaving the Chicago Bears. Is it time for Ben Johnson to hire an insurance policy?

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Kyle Monangai News / NFL Analysis Network / January 28

The Bears drafted Kyle Monangai in the 7th round. He led their rookie class with 947 scrimmage yards

The Chicago Bears went from 5-12 to 11-6 and won the NFC North. Three rookies each topped 650 scrimmage yards, a first in the Super Bowl era. Ben Johnson is a Coach of the Year finalist in his first season.

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The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

Austin Booker News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 28

Unheralded Defender Named Unsung Hero On Bears' Defense

The Bears' pass-rush might not have been a strength on the defensive side of the ball this season. In fact, it was probably their most glaring weakness.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / January 28

Chicago Bears announce roster decision after divisional round loss

The Chicago Bears’ season came to a bitter end in the divisional round. After a hard-fought battle against the Los Angeles Rams, the Bears fell short in overtime 20-17.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 28

Rankings Say Not Much for Bears to Look at Among Senior Bowl Tackles

Every year one-on-one battles between pass rushers and tackles at Senior Bowl practices excite NFL scouts, and videos of these generate great social media media interest.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 28

3 players Bears must re-sign this offseason after flaming out of playoffs

The Chicago Bears went from forgotten to feared and suddenly fragile again. For the first time in years, Chicago wasn’t clinging to hope in 2025. Instead, the Bears were commanding belief.

D.J. Moore News / ChiCitySports / January 27

Chicago Bears urged to dump off different target than DJ Moore to Panthers

Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore has been the obvious choice for the team to consider trading this offseason. With the Bears needing to clear cap nearly $10 million in cap space, Moore’s $28.5 million cap hit for 2026 looks hard to swallow on a roster that includes Rome Odunze, Luther Burden III, Colston Loveland, and Cole Kmet.

Chicago Bears News / Total Apex Sports / January 27

NFL Insider Cautions Chicago Bears On All-In Moves In 2026 Offseason

If you have spent any time in the Chicago Bears social media circles recently, you know the fanbase is practically foaming at the mouth for a pass rusher.

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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.

Jamree Kromah News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 27

Bears Signed DE Jamree Kromah For 2026

The Chicago Bears signed DE Jamree Kromah to a futures contract for the 2026 season, per the NFL transaction wire. Futures deals are essentially camp invites that will allow players to compete for roster spots during offseason workouts and training camp.

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Cole Kmet News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 27

Chicago Bears Trade Buzz Builds Around Former Offensive Cornerstone This Offseason

The Chicago Bears head into the 2026 NFL offseason facing several key decisions, including an increasingly uncertain outlook for veteran tight end Cole Kmet.

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Six Senior Bowl Prospects Who Would be Perfect Fits for the Bears

The 2026 offseason is already in full swing for the 30 NFL teams that won't be competing for the Super Bowl in two weeks. The East-West Shrine Bowl will be played on Tuesday night, and there's already one fast riser that every Bears fan should know, but the best is yet to come.

Ben Johnson News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 27

What Silly Denver Gamble Should Teach Ben Johnson in Bears' Future

Seth Wickersham's book on quarterbacks once dominated Bears preseason talk but by Week 3 and the passing performance Caleb Williams put on against Dallas, it was all ancient history.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / January 27

‘Unsung hero’ balled out for the Chicago Bears in 2025

The Chicago Bears saw key contributions from several players who began the 2025 campaign flying under the radar. Cornerback Nashon Wright made the Pro Bowl, safety Kevin Byard led the league in interceptions, Luther Burden’s role expanded as his rookie season went on, as did seventh-round rookie running back Kyle Monangai’s.

Dennis Allen News / A to Z Sports / January 27

Two-time Pro Bowl linebacker makes his 2026 intentions clear and should be firmly on Dennis Allen and the Bears’ radar

The Chicago Bears have a clear priority this offseason that needs to be centered around overhauling the defensive side of the ball going into the 2026 season.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 27

Colston Loveland, Joe Thuney Crack Sports Illustrated's List Of Top 100 Players In 2026

If nothing else, the Chicago Bears let the NFL know they’re for real, making it to the league’s Elite Eight in their first season with Ben Johnson as their head coach.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 27

Bears' Rookie Receives Much Love On SI's Top 100 Player Projection

Colston Loveland was one of the league's best tight ends over the second half of the season. He led the team in both catches (58) and yards (713) and established himself as Caleb Williams' top target down the stretch.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 27

Chicago Bears Linked to $15 Million Defensive Lineman in 2026 Free Agency

The Chicago Bears' turnaround in 2025 did more than just give Bears fans hope for a bright future. It created expectations for a legitimate Super Bowl run in 2026.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / January 27

Chicago Bears top executive set for second general manager interview

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles may be about to lose one of his top lieutenants. As tends to happen for successful organizations, the Bears are becoming a top target for teams looking to fill general manager, head coaching, and coordinator roles, hoping to capture some of what helped propel Chicago’s turnaround in 2025.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 27

A New Defensive Lineman Enters Chat For Bears In PFF Mock Draft

It’s no secret the Chicago Bears need defensive help, especially up front. Not only were they 28th in net passing yards allowed per attempt, which is a sign both of the yards given up and the lack of yards in sacks (35, tied for 22nd) taken back, but they also ranked just 29th in rushing yards per attempt allowed.