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Bears rookies shine in first appearance on Chicago Bears player power rankings

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles caught a lot of flak this offseason for an apparent failure to upgrade his running back room, but he seems to be enjoying the last laugh.

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Should the Bears take a chance on Asante Samuel Jr?

Asante Samuel Jr. has been medically cleared to play after successful spinal fusion surgery in April, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. Fowler reported that Samuel has been drawing interest across the league, and that's not exactly a surprising development.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 3

Should the Bears trade for edge help after Dayo Odeyingo tore his Achilles?

According to NFL Insider Ian Rapoport, Bears' defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo is out for the rest of the season with a torn Achilles. It's a tough loss for Chicago, who signed Odeyingo to a three-year, $48 million contract this offseason.

Rome Odunze News / ChiCitySports / November 3

Chicago Bears star’s dad takes major shot at team, wants his son traded

Rome Odunze has been arguably one of the biggest pieces of the Chicago Bears offense. Despite having zero receptions during Week 9’s thriller against the Cincinnati Bengals, Odunze still leads the team in receptions, yards, and touchdowns for the Bears offense.

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The 'NFL Passing YPG leaders' quiz

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Chicago Bears News / Windy City Gridiron / November 3

Bear & Balanced: Chicago Bears rookies make a statement

We’ve talked about some crazy games during our time doing Bear & Balanced, but none quite as crazy as yesterday’s 47 to 42 Chicago Bears win over the Cincinnati Bengals.

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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.

Dayo Odeyingbo News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 3

Bears survey trade market after losing Dayo Odeyingbo for the year

It's likely to be costly but the Bears must pay the price now at defensive end with the season-ending loss of edge starter Dayo Odeyingbo to a torn Achilles.

NFL News / Windy City Gridiron / November 3

Bears vs. Bengals Game Balls: A Dominant Rookie Performance

It was a wild Halloween weekend. In fact, I think I’ve aged about 15 years since I took my children trick-or-treating on Friday night. All of that is to say that I hope we never have to watch a ballgame like that one against the Cincinnati Bengals again.

Chicago Bears News / Windy City Gridiron / November 3

WCG Predicts: Chicago Bears Trade Deadline Predictions

The Bears are in the thick of the playoff hunt. Sitting at 5-3 after a last minute victory against the Bengals, it appears the Bears would be buyers ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline.

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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 / A to Z Sports / November 3

Bears got exactly what they needed from one player to quiet trade talks, but one injury might still force Ryan Poles’ hand at the deadline

The Chicago Bears had a key evaluation game to watch closely in Week 9 against the Cincinnati Bengals with one position group in particular with the NFL trade deadline rapidly approaching.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / November 3

Chicago Bears lose $48 million pass rusher for rest of season

The Chicago Bears entered Sunday’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals with a new pass rusher. More News: Bears’ Caleb Williams had Bengals WR Ja’Marr

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Dayo Odeyingbo News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 3

Bears DE Dayo Odeyingbo Tore His Achilles

According to Ian Rapoport, Bears DE Dayo Odeyingbo suffered a torn Achilles in the Week 9 win over the Bengals. The injury will sideline him for the rest of the season and unfortunately probably linger into next season.

Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 3

Caleb Williams reveals focus area that could unlock huge numbers for Bears offense

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams had himself a day in Week 9 against the Cincinnati Bengals. The 2024 first overall pick threw for 280 yards and three touchdowns.

Rome Odunze News / A to Z Sports / November 3

Potential cause for concern on Bears offense is actually a massive green flag for Rome Odunze's NFL future

Coming out of the Chicago Bears win over the Cincinnati Bengals, it's easy to be concerned about wide receiver Rome Odunze after finishing with zero receptions, but that's fantasy bias talking.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / November 3

Ben Johnson explains the creation of the Cole Kmet trick play in Week 9 and it showcases some of his brilliance in designing plays

The Chicago Bears had an offensive explosion in Week 9 against the Cincinnati Bengals and man did they need all 47 points and 576 yards of offense to pull off the win.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 3

Colston Loveland earned Bears' trust on Caleb Williams' game-winning TD throw

Remember when the Bears were foolish for taking Colston Loveland over Tyler Warren? Those takes look pretty silly right now, don't they? Ben Johnson needed to dial up his best play with only 25 seconds left, no timeouts, and the game on the line.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / November 3

The Ben Johnson effect continues as the Chicago Bears offense surges upward

It hasn’t been perfect for the Chicago Bears offense, but it’s way better than anything we have seen in a very long time. The Ben Johnson effect is showing in Chicago.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 3

Bears TE Colston Loveland, Bills CB Maxwell Hairston headline list of NFL standout rookies from Week 9

Adjusting to the NFL can be difficult for rookies, but each season, a few stand out almost immediately. Here are five who stood out in Week 9.

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Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 3

Bears’ Colston Loveland’s big day not seen in franchise history since Mike Ditka

Chicago’s wildest finish of the season came down to one throw and one broken tackle. With 17 seconds left, Caleb Williams ripped a strike over the middle, Colston Loveland slipped a half-wrap from safety Jordan Battle, and the rookie tight end outran everyone for a 58-yard game-winner that lifted Chicago over Cincinnati in Week 9.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 2