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Chicago Bears Ground Game Sends Powerful Message In Week 4 Jets Win

The Chicago Bears ground game sent a powerful message in Sunday’s 23-12 victory over the New York Jets. Chicago can build an offensive identity around the run even when quarterback uncertainty dominates the conversation.

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Bears' Ascending 'No-Name Defense' Set to Get Even Better With Reinforcements Coming

Don't look now, but the Chicago Bears might have themselves a good defense this season. After a terrible start to the season in the shootout against the Carolina Panthers in Week 1, the Bears have now seen their defense put together three straight fantastic performances.

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / October 4

Bears Could Pursue Trade Additions

The Bears beat the Jets on Sunday, winning their second straight game without Caleb Williams at quarterback. That puts Chicago at 3-1 on the year. Having found success with Case Keenum and then Tyson Bagent under center, the Bears have managed to put themselves in strong early contention for a playoff spot.

Chicago Bears News / TWSN / October 4

The Chicago Bears’ Backup Quarterbacks Are Keeping Chicago’s Season on Track

Tyson Bagent is the second quarterback to start for the Bears since Caleb Williams has been out. After Case Keenum’s incredible performance against Philadelphia, it was Bagent’s turn to become QB1.

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The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

How many of the Week 1 starting quarterbacks from the 2009 NFL season can you name in five minutes?

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / October 4

Ben Johnson calls out Chicago Bears’ biggest flaw entering Week 5

The Chicago Bears are riding high coming out of Week 4, earning a 23-12 victory over the New York Jets. But head coach Ben Johnson still knows there are areas to improve.

Colston Loveland News / TWSN / October 4

Colston Loveland is a Buy Low in Fantasy Football After Week 4

In a game where the Chicago Bears took down the New York Jets, there was a very encouraging sign for Colston Loveland. This season Loveland has been very disappointing for fantasy football managers, but that could change very soon.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 4

Why Tyson Bagent, Case Keenum both started for Chicago Bears in Week 4

The Chicago Bears entered their Week 4 matchup against the New York Jets with plenty of controversy at quarterback. Ultimately, Tyson Bagent earned the start, leading the Bears to a 23-12 victory.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 4

4 Winners and 3 Losers From Bears Week 4 Win Over the Jets

The Chicago Bears continued rolling with an impressive 23-12 win over the New York Jets on Sunday afternoon. It might not have always been pretty, but the scoreboard doesn't accurately reflect just how dominant their performance was.

Kyle Monangai News / ChiCitySports / October 4

Chicago Bears: Kyle Monangai Suffers Injury During Breakout Game

The Chicago Bears found a way to get two wins after Caleb Williams suffered a Grade 2 hamstring strain in Week 2’s loss to the Minnesota Vikings. The Bears used the passing game with veteran quarterback Case Keenum to skewer the Philadelphia Eagles on “Monday Night Football” in Week 3.

Kyle Monangai News / ChiCitySports / October 4

Kyle Monangai leads Chicago Bears to franchise record against Jets

Heading into the Chicago Bears’ Week 4 matchup against the New York Jets, there was plenty of controversy around who would play quarterback. But it was their run game that lead the franchise to a 23-12 victory.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 4

Top-5 Bears Initial Grades in Week 4 Win Over the Jets

The Chicago Bears improved to 3-1 with a 23-12 win over the New York Jets in Week 4. Chicago controlled the game with an impressive rushing attack that produced 232 yards, while several young players made significant contributions.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 4

3 Good, 2 Not-So-Good Things From the Bears Week 4 Win Over Jets

The Chicago Bears are 3-1 after controlling the New York Jets in a 23-12 win in Week 4. Their offense has remained efficient despite the absence of quarterback Caleb Williams.

Minkah Fitzpatrick News / Yardbarker / October 4

Jets collect first interception in nearly two years

The team went the entire 2025-26 season without collecting one, a stat that felt almost impossible to accomplish.

The '2024 rushing touchdown leaders by NFL team' quiz

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / October 4

Bears HC Ben Johnson got creative with Week 4 starting QB decision

The Chicago Bears are in action Sunday afternoon against the New York Jets, once again without starting quarterback Caleb Williams. This left head coach Ben Johnson with a decision to make.

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Bears OC reveals 1 thing that impressed him about Case Keenum

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 4

Fantasy Football Start or Sit Week 4: Colston Loveland, Rome Odunze, Kalif Raymond

Some of the Chicago Bears' pass-catchers have not gotten off to the kind of start we thought they would. More specifically, tight end Colston Loveland has just five catches for 34 yards, and wide receiver Rome Odunze has pulled in eight receptions for 139 yards.

Braxton Jones News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 3