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On YouTubeChicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 1
What shootout loss to 49ers says for Bears' playoff preparedness
How last Sunday's loss turned out did not sit well with the Bears' defense, but the fact they needed to try to outscore the 49ers in a shootout definitely didn't surprise the Chicago coaching staff .
Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 1
Caleb Williams reveals secret weapon to avoiding turnovers
If the Chicago Bears' surprising run to clinching the 2025 NFC North championship can be explained by one statistic, it would be turnover differential.
NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 1
Where Lions pose real matchup problems for Bears despite eight defeats
So many final games of the regular season devolve into exhibitions with practice squad players doing battle instead of competitive football. It happens for virtually every team already eliminated and for some of those getting ready for the playoffs.
The 'Leading receivers vs. each NFL team' quiz
How many of the NFL receivers to terrorize each team's fanbase the most in their career can you name in five minutes?
Maxx Crosby News / ChiCitySports / January 1
Bears fans should be buzzing over latest Maxx Crosby trade update
Could the Chicago Bears actually swing a trade for Las Vegas Raiders superstar Maxx Crosby this offseason? Everyone knows the Bears need another pass rusher, and Crosby could ultimately be the best one available in the coming months.
The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run
Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.
NFL News / Field Level Media / January 1
Bears playing for seeding, Lions for pride in Week 18
The Chicago Bears, surprisingly, are playing for a higher playoff seed with the NFC North title already clinched. The visiting Detroit Lions, unexpectedly, are playing for pride.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / December 31
Danger ahead for Bears with two straight losses to finish the season
The Bears can come up with many different reasons for wanting to win Sunday's game against the Lions to close the regular season, and on Wednesday they did.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / December 31
QB Caleb Williams reaching 4,000 passing yards should be a priority for Bears in Week 18
Caleb Williams can do something that hasn't been done in the Chicago Bears' storied history: throw for 4,000 yards or more in a season.
Dayo Odeyingbo News / ChiCitySports / December 31
Chicago Bears connected to PFF darling to replace $48 million bust
The Chicago Bears attempted to shore up their pass rush last offseason by signing former Indianapolis Colts edge rusher Dayo Odeyingbo to a three-year, $48 million contract in free agency.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / December 31
Ozzy Trapilo and Luther Burden listed with new injury issues
The Rome Odunze return appears to be a postseason target based on Wednesday's first injury report of Week 18 for the Lions game , and it probably should surprise no one.
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.
Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / December 31
Bears' Caleb Williams refutes Week 18 finale vs. Lions being meaningless
Sunday's regular-season finale at Soldier Field is meaningless for the Chicago Bears but also ... meaningful? If the NFC North champion Bears beat the eliminated Detroit Lions, they will clinch the No.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / December 31
Chicago Bears oddly linked to explosive D’Andre Swift replacement
The Chicago Bears are gearing up for a potential playoff run, and that is thanks much in part to the efforts of running back D’Andre Swift, who has enjoyed a brilliant campaign this season.
NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / December 31
Embarrassment of Week 2 lives fresh in Bears' minds for Lions rematch
On a day when some NFL teams are announcing they'll treat their season finales like preseason games or practices, the Bears have already started bowing their necks for Armageddon on the lakefront.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / December 31
Bears' likely playoff opponent makes huge addition to defense
When some NFL players hit the open market, they don't remain available for long. Just hours after the Dallas Cowboys released Trevon Diggs, the Green Bay Packers swooped in and claimed the two-time Pro Bowl cornerback off waivers.
Ben Johnson News / Larry Brown Sports / December 31
Ben Johnson has awkward exchange with reporter over infamous Bears stat
Whether he wanted one or not, Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson got a history lesson from the team’s media on Wednesday. Johnson was asked if there was any added incentive to get quarterback Caleb Williams over 4,000 passing yards for the season during the team’s final game.
Noah Sewell News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 31
Bears Made Two Moves, Put LB Noah Sewell On IR
The Chicago Bears announced they have placed LB Noah Sewell on injured reserve with his Achilles injury. The team also restored TE Nikola Kalinic to the practice squad from the practice squad injured list. Sewell, 23, was selected in the fifth round by the Bears in the 2023 draft.
Colston Loveland News / A to Z Sports / December 31
Bears veteran’s new nickname for Colston Loveland says everything about the trust the team has in the rookie tight end
When the Chicago Bears drafted tight end Colston Loveland with the 10th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, the Bears were hoping to land a big-time player that could shine in big moments.
Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 30
NFC Notes: Brian Flores, Jaquan Brisker, Bears, Giants, Vikings
Bears DB Jaquan Brisker said he felt the defense let the offense down, and they still gained enough points to win the game. “We let the offense down,” Brisker said, via Bears Wire.
Chicago Bears News / Larry Brown Sports / December 29
Ben Johnson admits to screwing up Bears’ final play
Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson admitted that he erred on the team’s final play in their loss to the San Francisco 49ers. The Bears had one chance to get a game-winning touchdown on 2nd and goal with five seconds left in Sunday’s 42-38 loss at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca.
Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / December 29
Bears Fear Achilles Tear For Noah Sewell
The Bears lost out on the opportunity to secure the No. 1 seed during their loss yesterday. The team’s defense was also dealt a blow in the process. Linebacker Noah Sewell was carted off the field Sunday and quickly ruled out with an ankle injury.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / December 29
Bears defense proves it isn't ready for prime time
The Bears have seemingly got every fortuitous bounce during this magical turnaround season, and it was fair to question whether they could hang with the league’s best offenses without generating takeaways.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / December 29
Bears QB Caleb Williams is a rising star, but this issue is preventing him from reaching his ceiling
Williams is already an impressive talent, but he could be even better if he fixes one glaring problem.
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