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Dillon Thieneman News / A to Z Sports / October 7
Bears rookie Dillon Thieneman already looks like the draft pick everyone overthought, and Chicago’s defense is better for it
Chicago Bears safety Dillon Thieneman has been all over the field early in his career, and two NFL draft analysts singled him out while revisiting which 2026 picks landed in exactly the right place.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 7
Chicago Bears: Ben Johnson provides encouraging update on Ozzy Trapilo’s potential return
As Week 5 approaches, the Chicago Bears gear up for their highly anticipated matchup with the Green Bay Packers. There’s no love lost between these two NFC North rivals, especially after the Bears ended the Packers’ season in the Wild Card round last year.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 7
Bears have 2 words ahead of rivalry showdown vs. Packers
The Chicago Bears have won back-to-back games, including Sunday’s 23-12 victory over New York Jets. They now have their sights set on the Week 5 rivalry matchup with the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field.
The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz
How many of the most recent pair of teammates to rush for two touchdowns each in the same game for each NFL franchise can you name in eight minutes?
Kyle Monangai News / Athlon Sports / October 7
Which Running Back Should Be the Lead Back for Bears?
The Chicago Bears have two talented running backs capable of making a major impact, but Kyle Monangai may have made the case for a larger role. After a monster performance in Week 4, the second-year running back has emerged as one of the NFL’s most efficient runners and has shown he can handle a significant workload.
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.
Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / October 7
Chicago Bears’ immediate left tackle answer gets Ben Johnson endorsement
The Chicago Bears had a concrete plan at left tackle through the first three weeks of the season. Braxton Jones operated as the starter while Theo Benedet continued to rehab his Achilles injury.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 7
Matt LaFleur becomes the latest NFL coach to out-right say what the Bears already know about QB Tyson Bagent
Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent is getting ready for another start on Sunday against the Green Bay Packers, and received some positive praise from rival head coach Matt LaFleur.
Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / October 7
D’Andre Swift appears safe as Chicago Bears lead runner
Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift coughed up a costly fumble against the New York Jets. From there, he entered Ben Johnson’s doghouse, not seeing a carry the rest of the way.
Chicago Bears News / TWSN / October 7
The Chicago Bears Should Trade For a Defensive Linemen
The Chicago Bears have transformed from a team searching for identity into a legitimate NFC contender. Ben Johnson has built one of the most efficient offenses in football, and the locker room has fully embraced his structure, discipline, and adaptability.
Chicago Bears News / Viral Sports News / October 7
Bears Suddenly Cut Defensive Back Before Packers Game
The Chicago Bears released defensive back Deantre Prince from the practice squad on Monday, ending a brief stay that began in training camp and never produced an elevation to the active roster, via the NFL transaction wire.
NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 7
Lane Johnson Retirement Leaves Bears' Darnell Wright as NFL's Best Right Tackle
Five-time All-Pro right tackle Lane Johnson was a surprising healthy scratch from the Philadelphia Eagles' gameday roster last Sunday, and now we know why.
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.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 7
3 Things to Know About Packers Ahead of Bears’ Week 5
Chicago Bears fans need no introduction to their Week 5 opponent. In one of the NFL’s oldest rivalries, the Green Bay Packers have historically controlled the series.
Ben Johnson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 7
Why Ben Johnson will keep backup QB wizardry going with another masterpiece vs. Packers in Week 5
Head coach Ben Johnson has established a strong case for Coach of the Year by leading the team to consecutive victories without Caleb Williams. He first
Ryan Poles News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 7
2 Big-Swing Bears Trade Targets on the Edge That Ryan Poles Must Pursue
The Chicago Bears' defense has turned out to be a major surprise through the first month of the 2026 NFL season. Head coach Ben Johnson and defensive coordinator Dennis Allen have thrived on the "no-name defense" overperforming through the first four games.
Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 7
Bears Show Up on 10 of 15 Trade Deadline Fits, and Every One of Them Plays Defense
Count the teams listed in PFF’s new trade deadline preview and one keeps coming up. By our tally, the Chicago Bears are named as a possible fit for 10 of the 15 players Bradley Locker named as trade candidates, more than any other team, and all 10 play defense.
Kyle Monangai News / ChiCitySports / October 7
Bears share Kyle Monangai update after Week 4
Kyle Monangai continues his stellar play and building off his impressive rookie season. He was instrumental to the Chicago Bears defeating the New York Jets in Week 4, recording a strong stat line.
Devin Bush News / Athlon Sports / October 7
Is Devin Bush the Bears' Defensive Weakest Link?
One of the Chicago Bears’ biggest offseason signings was free-agent linebacker Devin Bush. The former No. 10 overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft is now on his fourth team in five seasons.
NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 7
Matt LaFleur Doesn't View Bears-Packers Like Ben Johnson Does
Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur isn't playing up the rivalry aspect of his team's historical NFC North rivalry with the Chicago Bears. Not like Ben Johnson has over the past year, anyway.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 7
Two Bears Earn Early NFL All-Rookie Honors, And One Surprising Honorable Mention
The Chicago Bears have started the 2026 NFL season on a roll, going 3-1 in the first quarter of the season despite Caleb Williams' hamstring injury sidelining him for the last two games.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 7
Kyler Gordon's Bears Return Set to Disrupt Malik Muhammad, Tyrique Stevenson
Whenever Kyler Gordon returns to the Chicago Bears, the rest of the secondary will have to acquiesce. The 26-year-old is within his practice window to return to the team after a stint on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / October 6
Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 6
Bears Make Three Practice Squad Moves
The Chicago Bears announced they have signed DB Elijah Jones and WR Scotty Miller to the practice squad. The Bears released DB Deantre Prince from the practice squad in a corresponding move.
Marcus Davenport News / Larry Brown Sports / October 7
Bears player suddenly retires a day after playing his final game
He recorded just one tackle in Chicago’s 23-12 victory in Week 4. He did not play in the Bears’ first three games of the season.
Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / October 5
Bears To Start QB Tyson Bagent In Week 5
Caleb Williams will miss a third straight game. The Bears switched from Case Keenum to Tyson Bagent in terms of his replacement, but another swap on the depth chart will not be coming this week.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 4
Jets collect first interception in nearly two years
The team went the entire 2025-26 season without collecting one, a stat that felt almost impossible to accomplish.
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