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Bears insider’s LT prediction comes with Ozzy Trapilo ‘hunch’

The Chicago Bears continue preparations for the upcoming 2026 NFL season, which will be their second under head coach Ben Johnson. They’re out to prove that last season, which resulted in winning the NFC North Division along with an appearance in the NFL playoffs, wasn’t an anomaly and will be the new norm moving forward.

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Bears rumors: Chicago insider targets next contract extension after Darnell Wright

The Chicago Bears recently rewarded right tackle Darnell Wright with a historic contract extension. If another long-term deal is to take place before Week 1, one candidate has risen to the top.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 23

The Good, Bad and Ugly of Bears Preseason Loss Includes Their Coach

Even in being embarrassed by the Cincinnati Bengals for the second time in three days, the Bears had some good things happen. The best thing was they got past another week of preseason.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / August 23

‘He’s a menace’: Bears HC Ben Johnson did not hold back on Bengals star

Ben Johnson and the Chicago Bears faced the Cincinnati Bengals in a preseason game on Saturday. It was played two days after teams held a joint practice.

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The '4K-yard, 30 TD NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to rack up at least 4,000 passing yards and toss at least 30 touchdowns in the same season can you name in six minutes?

The 'Last 3-TD playoff game by NFL team' quiz

The '35-passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most passing & rushing TD games' quiz

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / August 23

Bears Have Turned Down Tyson Bagent Trade Calls

In February, it was learned Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent was seen by teams as a trade target. Calls have been made, although Chicago has not moved forward with a swap.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

NFL News / TWSN / August 23

Three Takeaways from Bears' loss to the Bengals

This week on Bears takeaways after their big win last week in their first preseason game vs the Browns they had a stinker today against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Ozzy Trapilo News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 23

Bears Have a Left Tackle Problem After Preseason Week 2 and Ozzy Trapilo is the Only Hope

One of the most glaring issues from the Chicago Bears' preseason Week 2 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals was the struggles the team saw at left tackle. Braxton Jones was the first man up at the position and played two series in total.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / August 23

Bears star Caleb Williams’ personal assessment of his preseason debut

Caleb Williams made his preseason debut on Saturday. It came during the Chicago Bears’ game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium, with the home team winning 27-9.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 23

Roschon Johnson's Statement Game Might Have Been Only Bears Positive

The seeds for a miserable second preseason performance against Cincinnati might have been planted during Thursday's joint practice. It wasn't the ending when Caleb Williams had a pass batted and picked off by Bengals monstrosity Dexter Lawrence.

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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.

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The 'Rookie receiving leader by team' quiz

The '35-passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL Playoffs rushing record' quiz

The 'NFL all-time receptions leaders' quiz

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / August 23

Bears coach Ben Johnson addresses huge decision before new NFL season

Ben Johnson and his staff have huge decisions to make at the end of the Chicago Bears’ training camp and preseason. They have seen players working hard and competing for roles and roster spots.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 23

4 Winners and 3 Losers From Bears Preseason Week 2: Jordan van den berg keeps dominating, left tackle battle is still wide open

The Chicago Bears did not have the outcome they wanted in preseason Week 2 against the Cincinnati Bengals, but some players still found a way to stand out and improve their stock during Saturday’s loss.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 23

Jordan van den Berg Was a Menace vs. Bengals and Looks Like a Major Steal for Bears

Yes, it's only two preseason games, but 2026 sixth-round pick and defensive lineman Jordan van den Berg looks to be on his way to becoming a huge steal

Chicago Bears News / EssentiallySports / August 23

'Quit Funding Illegal Immigrants': Bears Legend Slams Illinois Governor Over Stadium Mismanagement as Indiana Looms

The Chicago Bears’ stadium drama has reached a point where a move across the state line is no longer just a possibility. The team is now focused on Hammond, Indiana, and that has frustrated former Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher, who believes Illinois politicians allowed the situation to get this far.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 23

Game Balls in Bears' Humiliating Preseason Week 2 Loss to Bengals

One week after a dominant preseason Week 1 win over the Cleveland Browns, the Chicago Bears got thoroughly humiliated by the Cincinnati Bengals. The starters

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 23

4 Winners and 3 Losers From the Chicago Bears' Preseason Loss Against Cincinnati

The Chicago Bears came out flat in the team's disappointing 27-9 loss in Cincinnati. The defense gave up chunk gains all night long, and the offense failed to get in the end zone.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / August 23

Chicago Bears HC Ben Johnson upset with penalties against Bengals

The Chicago Bears will leave Ohio with a bad taste in their mouth after a rough week against the Cincinnati Bengals. The interior offensive line was gashed by Bengals defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence on Thursday, leading to mistakes and an interception by quarterback Caleb Williams.

Caleb Williams News / A to Z Sports / August 23

Caleb Williams breaks down his preseason debut vs. Bengals and explains what went wrong during his lone drive

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams got one drive of action in Saturday’s preseason loss to the Cincinnati Bengals, a drive that ended with three straight incompletions.

Chicago Bears News / Viral Sports News / August 23

Former Bears Defender Gets Terminated by New NFL Team

Former Chicago Bears defensive back Nick McCloud’s latest NFL stop proved short-lived. On Saturday, the Miami Dolphins released the veteran cornerback just 12 days after signing him, ending a brief stay that began with a mid-camp workout and contract on Aug.

Jahdae Walker News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 22

Bears’ Jahdae Walker turns heads with highlight reel deep ball catch

Jahdae Walker had some fortunes go in his favor after pulling off a great highlight in the Chicago Bears’ preseason clash with the Cincinnati Bengals on Saturday evening.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 22

NFC Notes: Tyson Bagent, J.J. McCarthy, Bears, Packers, Vikings

Bears QB Tyson Bagent said that he wants more opportunities to get on the field as his career continues to age. “I do feel all those things,” Bagent said, via The Athletic.