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Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 2

Caleb Williams Cleats Controversy, Explained: Why Bears QB, NFL Are at Odds Over Footwear

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and the NFL are currently at odds over cleats. Yes, cleats. Upon his return from injury, Williams decided to change his cleats to a pair made by a company called Caddix, but that has resulted in fines from the NFL.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba News / A to Z Sports / November 2

Bears Inactives: Latest news in the secondary doesn’t bode well for Chicago’s chances of containing Jaxon Smith-Njigba

The Chicago Bears have ruled out rookie cornerback Malik Muhammad II, leaving the secondary dangerously thin on the outside ahead of matchup against Jaxon Smith-Njigba.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 2

Bears vs. Seahawks Prediction: Why Chicago Falls Short on Monday Night Football in Week 8

The Chicago Bears head to Seattle for Week 8 with real momentum on both sides of the ball. Caleb Williams has the offense on a roll since his return in Week 6, and a big midweek trade upgraded an already talented defense.

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The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

Can you name the active running backs with at least 20 rushing touchdowns in their career?

The 'Most 10-rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz

The '1K-rusher and 500-yard receiver' quiz

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 2

Chicago Bears vs. Seattle Seahawks Inactives: Who's in, Who's Out for Week 8

The Chicago Bears and Seattle Seahawks have released their list of inactives ahead of the Week 8 game on Monday night. Seattle and Chicago both made a huge trade in the week leading up to this game, with the Seahawks acquiring guard Quenton Nelson and the Bears trading for Jeffery Simmons.

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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.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 2

Bears Reportedly in the Market for Secondary Help as Trade Deadline Approaches

The Chicago Bears' interest in adding an edge rusher to its injured group has been well-established with the Khalil Mack trade rumors. But while NFL insider

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / November 2

Bears Injury Report: Monangai Out, Muhammad and Jackson Questionable

The final Bears injury report before Monday’s 7:15 p.m. CT game at the Seattle Seahawks on ESPN rules out running back Kyle Monangai (thumb/toe) and lists cornerback Malik Muhammad (toe) and linebacker D’Marco Jackson (ankle) as questionable.

Stephen Carlson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 2

Bears Elevate TE Stephen Carlson

The Chicago Bears announced they have elevated TE Stephen Carlson from the practice squad to the active roster for Week 8 against the Seahawks. Carlson, 29, signed on with the Browns as an undrafted free agent out of Princeton back in 2019.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 2

Final Injury Report for Bears-Seahawks: Will Colston Loveland, Zach Charbonnet Play?

The Chicago Bears are on the road Monday night as they travel to take on the Seattle Seahawks in a Week 8 NFC showdown. Chicago enters Monday night’s contest with a 5-2 record after defeating the New England Patriots at home in Week 7.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / November 2

Ravens Could Pursue QB Trade; Bears’ Tyson Bagent On Radar?

The Ravens will be without Lamar Jackson for the time being. A thumb injury suffered on his first snap back in action will require surgery and a stint on injured reserve.

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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.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 2

Luther Burden III vs. Devon Witherspoon Leads Bears’ Top Graded Matchups in Week 8 vs. Seahawks

The Chicago Bears face a tough test in Week 8 when they take on the Seattle Seahawks under the lights. Several of the game’s most important battles will come down to one-on-one matchups, and Pro Football Focus (PFF) grades show which players have the edge going into the night.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / November 2

Bears coaches reveal the unexpected X-factor who could make all the difference against the Seahawks in Monday night’s game

The Chicago Bears are entering into hostile territory on Monday night to take on the defending Super Bowl champs in the Seattle Seahawks, and the Bears are going to need one player to step up if Chicago wants to leave with a win.

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The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'CBB mythical mascots' quiz

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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 2

Monday Night Football Week 8 Prop Bets: Chicago Bears at Seattle Seahawks

The Chicago Bears and Seattle Seahawks square off Monday night with several player props worth targeting. D’Andre Swift has become a reliable receiving option for Caleb Williams and could see an increased workload against Seattle’s tough defensive front.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 2

Ravens linked with Cardinals' Jacoby Brissett after benching, Lamar Jackson injury

As for Brissett, he was benched in favor of backup Gardner Minshew II during Arizona's matchup at the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, and Minshew helped the Cardinals earn a 33-30 overtime win over the Cowboys.

Ravens, Lamar Jackson may be headed toward divorce after latest injury setback

It reportedly 'won’t be cheap' for Ravens to acquire Tyson Bagent from Bears after Lamar Jackson injury

Ravens' QB luck goes from bad to worse as Lamar Jackson, Tyler Huntley exit against Bills

The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz

Chicago Bears News / TWSN / November 2

The Chicago Bears are True Super Bowl Contenders but Face a Tough Test

The Chicago Bears have passed every test thrown at them recently. They got Caleb Williams back. They dominated Atlanta. They followed that up by beating New England on a short week.

Tyson Bagent News / ChiCitySports / November 2

Chicago Bears: Tyson Bagent named 'Top priority' for AFC contender as trade deadline nears

Later tonight, the Chicago Bears will battle the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks in a highly anticipated matchup. Just days after a blockbuster trade netted the Bears an All-Pro defensive tackle, fans are eager to see how the defense looks.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / November 2

Bears just got the green light to the kick the tires on a potential depth piece, and the best part is that it wouldn’t cost a draft pick

The Chicago Bears are still looking for defensive help and Ryan Poles will have to be selective after the Jeffery Simmons trade. Could the Bears kick the tires on free agent cornerback Nazeeh Johnson.

Jeffery Simmons News / The Lead / November 2

The Bears’ Defense Has Its Missing Piece in Jeffery Simmons

The Chicago Bears have found the missing piece in their defense: Jeffery Simmons. With Chicago sitting at 5-2 and looking to establish itself as a legitimate Super Bowl contender, general manager Ryan Poles made a statement Thursday by acquiring one of the NFL’s premier defensive tackles.

Colston Loveland News / Athlon Sports / November 2

Bears Week 8 Fantasy Start/Sit: Why Colston Loveland Should Sit Against the Seahawks

The Chicago Bears head to Seattle for a Monday night matchup with the Seahawks in Week 8. Fantasy managers have tough lineup decisions to make before kickoff, with Chicago’s offense still sorting out its pecking order and a few injuries shaking up the backfield.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 2

It reportedly 'won’t be cheap' for Ravens to acquire Bagent from Bears

It reportedly 'won’t be cheap' for Ravens to acquire Tyson Bagent from Bears after Lamar Jackson injury

Jackson suffered an injury to the thumb on his throwing hand that left him needing surgery during the club's 36-10 loss to the Buffalo Bills that dropped the Ravens to 4-4 on Sunday.

Ravens' QB luck goes from bad to worse after Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley exit against Bills

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson suffers injury on first play against Bills

Week 8 NFL lowlights: Stunning Cowboys collapse, Lamar Jackson's potential Ravens end and everything in between

The '4-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / November 1

Bears GM Ryan Poles shares update after unfortunate Cole Kmet news

Cole Kmet suffered a serious knee injury during the Chicago Bears’ Week 7 win over the New England Patriots. General manager Ryan Poles shared an update about the veteran tight end on Saturday Kmet was solid for Chicago before he got hurt.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 2