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Predicting Bears' Week 1 Starting Lineup After Preseason Week 2 and New Trade Rumor

We are now through two preseason games of the Chicago Bears' exhibition slate and that means we are one week closer to the beginning of the 2026 NFL season.

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The Danger in Ben Johnson's Complaint About Caleb Williams' Overthrow

Ben Johnson has smoothed out a rough edge remaining from Saturday's disappointing loss at Cincinnati. The edge was made by his postgame comment. After the game, Johnson said he would have had Caleb Williams throw the ball elsewhere on the overthrow he made to Colston Loveland running near the 5-yard line.

Chicago Bears News / EssentiallySports / August 26

Bears HC Ben Johnson Fails to Provide Clarity Over LT Role Despite Joe Thuney’s Demands

At a time when most NFL franchises are set for the 2026 season, the 2025 NFC North champions are still struggling to find a Left Tackle to bolster their already formidable offensive line.

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The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks who led the NFL in passing yards since the AFL-NFL merger can you name in five minutes?

Gervon Dexter News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 26

The Most Logical Landing Spots For Gervon Dexter and What the Bears Might Get For Him

Gervon Dexter Sr.'s future in Chicago is as clear as mud. NFL insider Jordan Schultz said the Bears have engaged in trade conversations regarding the defensive tackle, and there are "multiple scenarios" where a deal could get done.

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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.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / August 26

Jaylon Johnson’s latest act at training camp sends a strong message about his Bears future but one hurdle still remains

Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson proved on the final day of training camp that he still has what it takes to be one of the top leaders on the team and now the staff just needs to see it happen on the field.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 26

Bears’ Darnell Wright injury update brings sigh of relief as Ben Johnson ponders LT decision

The Chicago Bears were worried about Darnell Wright after he suffered an injury in practice ahead of their preseason finale this weekend. They’ve received some good news, and it looks like he’ll be back on the practice field soon, according to ESPN’s Courtney Cronin.

Coleman Bennett News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 26

Dolphins Signing RB Coleman Bennett

Adam Schefter reports that the Dolphins are signing RB Coleman Bennett to a one-year contract. Bennett played at Bucknell, then one season at Rice before transferring to Kennesaw State for his final year of college football.

Ben Johnson News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 26

Ben Johnson in Awe of 'Beast' Jordan van den Berg as Bears Rookie's Ascension Continues

Fans and analysts weren't the only ones who were impressed by Chicago Bears rookie defensive tackle Jordan van den Berg's outstanding showing in preseason Week 2.

NFL News / ChiCitySports / August 26

NFL announces update on Bears-Packers Week 16 matchup

The Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers are one of the most storied rivalries in the NFL. They faced each other thrice last season, including the Wild Card Round which the Bears won 31-27 at Soldier Field.

Jaylon Johnson News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 26

The Far-Reaching Impact Jaylon Johnson's Team Message Could Have

In the middle of a long and physical practice Tuesday after their disappointing experience in Cincinnati, the Bears seemed to be getting sloppy and even tired on the field.

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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.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 26

The Bears' Problem Position Most Likely to Be Targeted in Trade

When there are rumors of trades and a team has unsettled positions, it's a good bet the problem areas would be addressed if a deal is struck. The Bears' biggest problem areas, according to coach Ben Johnson, are left tackle and safety.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 26

Bears’ most agonizing roster decision looming on 2026 cutdown day

The Chicago Bears’ most difficult roster decision may come down to a player who never sees the field on opening night. With Caleb Williams certainly comfortable in Ben Johnson’s offense and the starting units beginning to take shape, Chicago’s roster picture is becoming clearer by the day.

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Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 26

Bears player on roster bubble with most at stake in 2026 NFL preseason finale

With roster cut down day looming, the Chicago Bears will have plenty of decisions to make. How players on the bubble perform in their preseason finale vs.

Gervon Dexter News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 25

Why Falcons must make trade with Bears for Gervon Dexter

NFL teams in need of a defensive tackle have suddenly found another option after Gervon Dexter Sr. of the Chicago Bears was added to the trade block. There should be a fair share of suitors for the 24-year-old.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / August 25

Bears HC Ben Johnson addresses Caleb Williams’ behavior at practice

Caleb Williams has received a lot of praise for his 2025 performances, as well as for the growth he showed in the offseason. Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson was one of them, who also spoke highly of his development during practices.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 25

The Good and Not So Good From Chicago Bears' Final Public Practice of Training Camp

The Chicago Bears returned to the practice field on Tuesday after they spent Monday huddled up in personnel meetings. As has been the case throughout training camp, there were a slew of injury updates, both good and bad, but the biggest one is no doubt the one concerning right tackle Darnell Wright, who left practice early.

Ben Johnson News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 25

Ben Johnson Highlights Two Unsettled Chicago Bears Starting Competitions

With roster cutdown day rapidly approaching on Aug. 30, Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson admitted things aren't settled at two starting spots on the roster.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 25

The Chicago Bears Biggest X-Factors For the 2026 NFL Season

We're just over two weeks away from the start of the 2026 NFL season. With a promising young offensive nucleus and one of the league's premier coaching staffs, many expect the Bears to build on their impressive 2025 campaign.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 25

Ben Johnson's Reaction to New Bears Uniforms Sums It Up Best

Calling reaction to the new Bears Rivalries uniforms lukewarm would be like saying the Titanic failed to live up to expectations. Maybe Ben Johnson had the best reaction: "What uniforms?" he said.

Montez Sweat News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 25

Jordan van den Berg, Montez Sweat Reprimanded as Bears Leaders Hold Teammates Accountable

There are many signs that a team has great leadership, and one of them is players holding other players accountable. We saw that on two occasions during Chicago Bears practice on Tuesday.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 25

The Bears rookie ‘beast’ who’s blowing Ben Johnson’s mind and making case for playing time

As the 2026 NFL season rapidly approaches, with the preseason finale set to kick off on Thursday, fans of teams like the Chicago Bears are carefully crafting their personal 53-man rosters to predict what GM Ryan Poles will release on Sunday, August 30.

Gervon Dexter News / Pro Football Rumors / August 25