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The Bears revitalized the career of CB Nahshon Wright and now he’s looking to do the same for one of the worst NFL franchises

Former Chicago Bears cornerback Nahshon Wright had a career year during the 2025 season, turning it into a lucrative contract with the New York Jets. The Chicago Bears has multiple unsung heroes throughout the 2025-26 season that helped pave the way for the success the team had, but the most surprising player was easily cornerback Nahshon Wright.

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Top 26 Chicago Bears of 2026: Kalif Raymond an Ideal Fit in Multiple Ways

System familiarity counts for plenty in the NFL, especially with backup players. It's a huge reason Kalif Raymond figures prominently into Bears plans after being discarded by the Detroit Lions.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / July 3

Caleb Williams reacts to ex-NFL star claiming he’s ‘not a good QB’

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams has all the fuel he needs heading into his third NFL season. The 24-year-old signal-caller does not shy away from criticism.

Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 2

Mark Schlereth's Caleb Williams Take Is Wrong and the Bears' 11-6 Record Proves It

Nobody should be saying Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is elite just yet because he still has more to prove, but nobody should be saying he isn't good, either.

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The '100-rushing-yard NFL QBs' quiz

In the Super Bowl era (1966 to present) of the NFL, a total of 30 QBs have rushed for 100 yards or more in a regular-season game. How many of the 30 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL's 4,500-yard passers' quiz

The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

The 'NFL 250-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / July 2

David Montgomery’s honest take on his Chicago Bears exit finally proves his true feelings for Chicago

Former Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery is headed to a new team in 2026 but still shared plenty of respect for the team that drafted him in a recent interview with James Deebo Harrison and Joe Haden.

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25 first-round NFL picks that left fans confused

The NFL Draft always delivers many twists and turns that leave fans and analysts scratching their heads. This list isn't looking at hindsight and finding the biggest busts in history.

Terrion Arnold News / ChiCitySports / July 2

Chicago Bears: 3 NFL teams called on Terrion Arnold

It remains to be seen if the Chicago Bears would be willing to take a risk on cornerback Terrion Arnold before training camp. On Monday, the Detroit Lions released the 2024 first-round pick, but he did not appear on the waiver list until Wednesday, per the league’s transaction.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / July 2

Bears could answer a major training camp question by capitalizing on another team’s mistake involving a former Chicago defender

The Chicago Bears have a big question mark surrounding slot cornerback Kyler Gordon and if the issue continues to linger, the Bears could luck out and reunite with another former defender.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / July 2

Chicago’s biggest cause for concern on defense was addressed with a backwards approach, and it might have been the right strategy

The Chicago Bears made some major changes on the defensive side of the ball but the lack of investments on the defensive front raises concerns about more issues than just a struggling pass rush unit.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 2

3 Bears Who Struggled in 2025 Are Primed to Rebound and Chicago Needs All of Them

A massively important thing for the Chicago Bears' 2026 season is the team not regressing from what it did last season. And, if the Bears want to advance to the Super Bowl, they need to progress, and that's especially true for Caleb Williams, his pass-catchers, and the team's defense as a whole.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / July 2

Bears WR Rome Odunze tells the truth on what sets Ben Johnson apart

Rome Odunze was one of the Chicago Bears’ breakout players in 2025. The 6-foot-3 wide receiver had a big year, emerging as one of the team’s most potent weapons on offense.

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25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

Rome Odunze News / ChiCitySports / July 2

Bears WR Rome Odunze’s biggest concern lands clear take from former star

Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze is entering a pivotal third NFL season, and there is absolutely reason to be concerned about him. Odunze missed five games due to a foot injury last year, and the former first-round pick has admitted that he isn’t sure he’ll ever be the same because of it.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 2

Luther Burden III draws ‘superstar’ label ahead of WR1 battle with Rome Odunze

The Chicago Bears will look to repeat as NFC North champions during the 2026 NFL season. Chicago made some impressive strides in 2025, nearly toppling LA for a trip to the NFC Championship.

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The '2018-19 PPG leaders by team' quiz

The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz

The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

Dillon Thieneman News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 2

Dillon Thieneman Projected to Have a Pro Bowl Caliber Season as a Rookie

Kevin Byard III turned back the clock and had a season for the ages in 2025. The 32-year-old was a key leader of Chicago's secondary and led the league with seven interceptions.

Mike Pennel News / ChiCitySports / July 2

Chicago Bears: ESPN forced to retract story regarding former player amid murder investigation

Last month, a report from ESPN was published that alleged that former Chicago Bears defensive lineman Mike Pennel Jr. was a person of interest in a murder investigation.

Grady Jarrett News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 2

Top 26 Chicago Bears of 2026: Grady Jarrett Looking for a Comeback Year

As we began our series at Bears on SI ranking the Top 26 Chicago Bears players for the 2026 season, the first two entrants were, surprisingly, rookies.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 1

Gerald McCoy Makes Caleb Williams Prediction Chicago Bears Hope Will Come True

The Chicago Bears are hoping Caleb Williams will take a step forward and cement himself as an elite quarterback in 2026. It goes without saying that's the case, but general manager Ryan Poles has basically said as much this offseason, with Poles saying he hopes to get the "green light" from Williams so Chicago can lock him up for the long haul.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / July 1

Chicago Bears: Caleb Williams plans to ‘shut everybody up’

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is aware of a negative narrative that’s following him around this offseason. Frankly, there should be nothing but optimism for the 2024 No.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 1

NFC Notes: Colston Loveland, Jameson Williams, Bears, Lions, Vikings

Bears HC Ben Johnson spoke about TE Colston Loveland‘s work ethic and expressed excitement to see whether he can make a second-year jump. “I love what he brings to the table,” Johnson said, via Bears Wire.

Jonathan Taylor News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 1

Why Bears making blockbuster Jonathan Taylor trade with Colts would make them Super Bowl favorites

The Chicago Bears are quietly building one of the most intriguing rosters in the NFC. Caleb Williams threw for 3,942 yards and 27 touchdowns in 2025, finished sixth in the NFL in passing touchdowns, and added 388 rushing yards as a dual-threat weapon.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 1

The Most Deceptive Numbers Behind Predictions of a Bears Collapse

From the very start of the offseason, the demise of the Bears in the NFC North has been predicted by analysts as well as fans of the other divisional teams.