Chicago Bears: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Chicago Bears News / Viral Sports News / September 7

Bears Have New Rome Odunze Concern Days Before Season Opener

Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze did not practice Monday as the team opened preparations for Sunday’s season opener against the Carolina Panthers.

Tyrique Stevenson News / ChiCitySports / September 7

Tyrique Stevenson firmly plants flag in Chicago Bears defense

Entering his contract season, Chicago Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson had plenty to prove over the offseason. Throughout training camp, he passed all the tests.

Dennis Allen News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 7

Dennis Allen's Great Bears Secondary Gamble Going Off Contrary to Plan

Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen didn't like all of his pieces after last season, and the Bears will apparently have five different starters against the Carolina Panthers Sunday when the NFL season begins.

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Kyle Monangai News / ChiCitySports / September 7

Chicago Bears get good news on Kyle Monangai’s status for Week 1

Throughout the 2026 season, Chicago Bears head coach is trying to unleash the two-headed rushing tandem of D’Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai. But that can only happen if both players are healthy.

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / September 7

D’Andre Swift reveals change under Bears coach Ben Johnson

D’Andre Swift and the Chicago Bears are less than a week away from commencing their 2026 regular season. Ben Johnson has prepared the team well as they enter a crucial campaign with a lot to improve.

Walter Payton News / The Spun / September 7

Walter Payton's Son Crushed By Death Of Chicago Bears Legend

Jarrett Payton, the son of legendary Chicago Bears star Walter Payton, is crushed by the death of another franchise icon. Matt Suhey, a former Chicago Bears fullback who blocked for Walter Payton, passed away at 68 years old.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / September 7

Bears get the welcome news they were hoping for ahead of Week 1 with key returns but there’s still one hiccup to monitor

The Chicago Bears held a short practice on Monday to kick off the Week 1 preparations, a session that featured both running backs on the field for the first time in weeks.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 7

Bears Reporter Warns Chicago Could Become the NFL's Top Regression Team

All offseason long, the word "regression" has been tossed around quite frequently when it comes to conversations about the Chicago Bears. The Bears had an upstart 2025 season that saw the team go 11-6, win the NFC North and rack up a playoff win for the first time since 2010 in the first year under head coach Ben Johnson.

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 7

Chicago Bears’ Caleb Williams addresses NFL Draft decision

Caleb Williams entered the NFL in 2024 with a lot of hype surrounding him. He enjoyed a successful run with the USC Trojans, leading the Chicago Bears to select him at No.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / September 7

Bears’ Caleb Williams MVP noise growing louder before Week 1

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is entering a pivotal season in his second year working under head coach Ben Johnson. But if everything goes to plan, he would end the season considered amongst the best quarterbacks in the league.

Nahshon Wright News / ChiCitySports / September 7

Former Chicago Bears standout falling down new team’s depth chart

Over the offseason, the Chicago Bears decided to completely remake that secondary. That included letting Nahshon Wright walk in free agency. The cornerback ultimately signed a one-year, $5.5 million deal with the New York Jets.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / September 7

‘Everything shuts off’: Bears QB Caleb Williams opens up on his clutch gene

Caleb Williams continues to receive praise for his strong performances in the 2026 season. The Chicago Bears quarterback showcased his clutch genes throughout the campaign, leading the team to seven fourth quarter comebacks.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 7

Projecting Week 1 Roles For Jordan van den Berg and Rest of Chicago Bears Rookies

When the Chicago Bears take on the Carolina Panthers in Week 1 on Sunday afternoon, we could see up to 10 players making their NFL debuts. Those 10 players are the rookies on the Bears' 53-man roster.

Chicago Bears News / Field Level Media / September 7

Reports: Former Bears FB Matt Suhey of Super Bowl title team dies at 68

Former Chicago Bears fullback Matt Suhey, a starter on the Super Bowl championship team in the 1985 season, has died at age 68, according to multiple reports on Sunday.

Walter Payton News / Viral Sports News / September 7

Former Chicago Bears Super Bowl Champion Has Died

Matt Suhey, the Chicago Bears fullback who spent a decade clearing paths for Walter Payton and scored the first touchdown of Super Bowl XX, has died at 68.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / September 6

Nike Air Max 90 'Chicago Bears': Where to Buy IW1138-400

If you’re from Chicago, there are certain shades of navy and orange that don’t need an explanation. The Nike Air Max 90 “Chicago Bears” wears them proudly.

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / September 6

Bears Looking To Trade For Pass Rusher?

Shortly after training camp began, it appeared the Bears were unlikely to make an addition to their pass rushing corps. Two weeks later, however, Chicago apparently felt a move was necessary, as the club brought in veteran Marcus Davenport .

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / September 6

5 bold predictions for the Chicago Bears’ defense, including strong showings from the rookies and the team’s new LB

The Chicago Bears have a lot of questions on the defensive side of the ball and will be relying on a lot of newcomers to turn this unit around in 2026.

Chicago Bears News / Viral Sports News / September 6

Chicago Bears Terminate Contract of Long-Time NFL Veteran

The Chicago Bears have released veteran wide receiver and return specialist Ray-Ray McCloud from injured reserve with an injury settlement, via the NFL transaction log.

Ray-Ray McCloud News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 4

Bears Release WR Ray-Ray McCloud From Injured Reserve

The Chicago Bears officially cut veteran WR Ray-Ray McCloud from injured reserve with a settlement on Friday, per the NFL Transactions wire. McCloud, 29, is a former sixth-round pick of the Bills back in 2018 out of Clemson.

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / September 4

Bears Restructure Contracts Of Joe Thuney, Dayo Odeyingbo, T.J. Edwards

A number of teams found themselves in need of moves to create immediate cap space leading up to the start of the season. The Bears were among them, and a set of restructures has been executed.

Chicago Bears News / Field Level Media / September 3

Reports: Bears RB D'Andre Swift, WR Rome Odunze injured at practice

Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift and wide receiver Rome Odunze made early exits from practice on Thursday due to apparent injuries, according to multiple reports.

Braxton Jones News / Yardbarker / September 3