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Bears DE Austin Booker steps into his biggest opportunity starting Week 10 with strong internal belief from people inside the building

The Chicago Bears were widely expected to be in the market for some pass rush help ahead of Tuesday's trade deadline after suffering multiple losses on the defensive front but how the team went about that process was still a question mark.

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D.J. Moore, Rome Odunze returned to practice on Thursday

The Bears got two of their top receivers back on the practice field on Thursday. D.J. Moore (hip/groin) and Rome Odunze (ankle/heel) were both limited on Thursday after they both did not participate in Wednesday’s session.

Kyle Monangai News / Windy City Gridiron / November 6

Did Kyle Monangai’s monster game change the Chicago Bears’ RB pecking order?

One good game against the Cincinnati Bengals’ defense isn’t enough to crown anyone the best player in the league. Then again, what does it say that the player with the most rushing yards against the hapless 2025 Bengals is none other than Chicago Bears rookie Kyle Monangai?

Brian Burns News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 6

Brian Burns only one of several Bears problems against Giants

Ben Johnson has seen a change come over the Bears . Anyone who remembers the clock running out on the Bears in Detroit last year, the blocked field goal by the Packers, the miracle comeback against the Vikings before losing in overtime and the Fail Mary would have to agree.

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The 'Rookie TD pass leaders by team' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks with the most passing touchdowns in their rookie season for each NFL team can you name in five minutes?

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 6

This Chicago Bears rookie has fans buzzing halfway through the 2025 season

So far, so good for the Chicago Bears' 2025 draft class. First-round pick Colston Loveland enjoyed a breakout Week 9 against the Cincinnati Bengals, when he caught six passes for 118 yards and two touchdowns.

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Which NFL players are the most interesting trade candidates?

The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.

Jaxson Dart News / A to Z Sports / November 6

Bears hope to have found the missing pieces to unlock a struggling pass rush with rookie QB Jaxson Dart set to be the first test

The Chicago Bears had an offensive explosion in Week 9 with head coach Ben Johnson's unit scoring 47 points and nearly totaling 600 yards of offense. But, the story of the game was the defense for Chicago that allowed 42 points and 449 passing yards.

NFL News / Windy City Gridiron / November 6

Good, Better, Best: Chicago Bears vs. Cincinnati Bengals

Hello, Chicago Bears Fans! Well, that was a roller-coaster of a game, wasn’t it? In this week’s Good, Better, Best, we look back on a wild game against

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / November 6

Chicago Bears special teams coordinator gives vow ahead of week 10

The Chicago Bears’ special team unit has been a major problem this season. To be straight up, the special teams unit has been flat out horrible. More news: Ben Johnson hints at trick play for Chicago Bears offensive lineman During week 9’s thriller against the Cincinnati Bengals, the special teams unit costed the Bears in many different ways.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 6

Bears’ offensive line gaining momentum at the 2025 midseason mark

The Chicago Bears spent big money fixing their offensive line this offseason, and for good reason. After surrendering the most sacks in the NFL in 2024, general manager Ryan Poles took every step he could to protect the franchise's most important asset, quarterback Caleb Williams.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / November 6

Caleb Williams earns high quarterback grades due to his improved play

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams has had a very up and down second year. However, it’s much better than anything we’ve seen from a Bears quarterback in a very long time.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 6

What does the Bears' quiet trade deadline imply about where they're going?

The Bears are currently 5-3 and only a half-game back in the NFC North. They've gotten decimated by injuries on the defensive side of the ball, and just gave up 42 points to the Joe Flacco-led Bengals.

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Colston Loveland News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 6

Fame and slime meet up with Colston Loveland after big TD catch

It seems like Colston Loveland might need to expand his social media habits. The Bears wouldn't mind seeing it become a regular thing, but he was NVP for his 58-yard catch-and-run touchdown Sunday to win the game.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / November 6

Chicago Bears HC Ben Johnson wants to ‘change the narrative’ of their offense

The Chicago Bears play the 2-7 New York Giants in Week 10, who are losers of three straight games, and are without their star rookie running back, Cam Skattebo, who injured his ankle two weeks prior in their game versus the Philadelphia Eagles.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 6

Giants vs. Bears bold predictions for Week 10 clash

The Chicago Bears are on the verge of turning years of losing and frustration around. They have won five of their last six games and they appear ready to make a run at a playoff spot.

Patrick Mannelly News / Windy City Gridiron / November 6

Mannelly: This is offensive line porn

The latest Bears Banter Podcast is here! The Bears won a wild game against the Cincinnati Bengals, and we talk about all of it with the great Patrick Mannelly!

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / November 6

Williams explains what's different about Bears under Johnson

Caleb Williams explains what's different about Bears under Ben Johnson

Chicago started the season at 0-2 but has since gone 5-1.

Ben Johnson hints at trick play for Chicago Bears offensive lineman

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Caleb Williams News / Field Level Media / November 6

Caleb Williams, Bears out to avoid potential letdown vs. Giants

Quarterback Caleb Williams' impressive effort throughout a seesaw shootout in Cincinnati in Week 9 allowed the Chicago Bears to match their win total from last season.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 5

DJ Moore, Rome Odunze miss Bears practice, but there’s a catch

The injury problems of the Chicago Bears do not seem to end. The Bears have been battling with a depleted roster all season, affecting their continuity on the field.

Caleb Williams News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 5

NFC Notes: Caleb Williams, Kevin O’Connell, Bears, Vikings

Bears HC Ben Johnson gave an evaluation of QB Caleb Williams at the halfway point in the season. “There are a number of things that I was pretty pleased with,” Johnson said, via BearsWire.com.

Asante Samuel Jr. News / Pro Football Rumors / November 5

49ers, Bears, Steelers to meet with CB Asante Samuel Jr.

Asante Samuel Jr.‘s schedule is starting to look like a draft prospect’s itinerary of “30” visits. After the former Los Angeles Chargers cornerback received clearance to return from a troublesome injury, three more teams have entered the fray.

Cowboys could salvage season by making run at free-agent CB

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Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 5

Fantasy football managers should take note of Bears HC Ben Johnson’s plan for D’Andre Swift, Kyle Monangai

The 2025 Chicago Bears have been a solid team this year. New head coach Ben Johnson has completely revamped the Chicago offense, in particular. Caleb Williams looks completely different this year and is playing better.

Ryan Poles News / A to Z Sports / November 5

Bears GM Ryan Poles weighs in on the process of acquiring Joe Tryon-Shoyinka and how soon the team's new pass rusher can get involved

It was all but certain that the Chicago Bears would make a move ahead of the deadline to address a defense that had been decimated by injuries and the recent season-ending injury to starting defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo upped the need to scour the pass rush market around the league.

Amen Ogbongbemiga News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 5