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Rome Odunze Week 1 Fantasy Football Expectations

Rome Odunze Week 1 Fantasy Football Expectations

We are quick to forget just how good Rome Odunze was to start the 2025 fantasy football season. Odunze started out hot, scoring at least 15 points in each of his first four games.

Chicago Bears News / HITC / September 11
Ben Johnson: Bears players are practicing at 'championship level'

Ben Johnson believes Bears players are practicing at 'championship level' after failing to do so last year

The Chicago Bears ended a seven-year drought to win the NFC North last season. 

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D'Andre Swift News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 11
What D'Andre Swift's Extension Means for the Next Bears Waiting in Line

What D'Andre Swift's Extension Means for the Next Bears Waiting in Line

The D'Andre Swift contract extension reportedly agreed to Friday wraps up the essential pressing Bears player contract issues GM Ryan Poles must deal with for this salary cap year.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

There have been 22 quarterbacks in NFL history to throw for 4,500 yards and 15 interceptions in the same season. How many can you name in five minutes?

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 11
Why Bears’ Caleb Williams still gives Ben Johnson goosebumps

Why Bears’ Caleb Williams still gives Ben Johnson goosebumps

One of the biggest reasons head coach Ben Johnson took the Chicago Bears job was the presence of Caleb Williams. He needed a quarterback capable of running his scheme.

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

D'Andre Swift News / Field Level Media / September 11
Reports: Bears, RB D’Andre Swift agree to 3-year, $33.75M extension

Reports: Bears, RB D’Andre Swift agree to 3-year, $33.75M extension

The Chicago Bears and running back D'Andre Swift agreed to a three-year extension worth $33.75 million, according to reports on Friday. Swift will reportedly receive $27.5 million in guaranteed money and will be under contract through the 2029 season.

Chicago Bears News / Larry Brown Sports / September 11
Bears sign Pro Bowl player to contract extension

Bears sign Pro Bowl player to contract extension

The Chicago Bears are locking down a key member of their offense on the eve of the start of their season. The Bears have agreed to a three-year contract extension with running back D’Andre Swift, according to multiple reports.

NFL News / Yardbarker
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

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 / TWSN / September 11
D’Andre Swift Extension Sends Clear Message About Chicago Bears Offense

D’Andre Swift Extension Sends Clear Message About Chicago Bears Offense

Right ahead of the 2026 NFL season getting underway, the Chicago Bears went on to secure a key player on their offense. The Bears announced they have reached an extension with running back D’Andre Swift for three years, $33.75 million with $27.5 million guaranteed.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 11
D’Andre Swift, Bears agree to $33.75 million contract extension before Week 1

D’Andre Swift, Bears agree to $33.75 million contract extension before Week 1

Before the Chicago Bears face off against the Carolina Panthers to open the season, they made sure to get some business done with their RB1. The Bears and D’Andre Swift have come together on a contract extension before Week 1, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

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 The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
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 The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
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 The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz
The '2026 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz
 The '2026 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 11
D'Andre Swift Signs 3-Year Extension with Bears After Career Year

D'Andre Swift Signs 3-Year Extension with Bears After Career Year

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles has locked in another key member of head coach Ben Johnson's offense. According to ESPN insider Adam Schefter, the Chicago Bears and running back D'Andrew Swift have agreed to terms on a three-year, $33.75 million contract extension.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / September 11
Bears reward one of their top offensive weapons in a big way to cross off one final box before the start of the regular season

Bears reward one of their top offensive weapons in a big way to cross off one final box before the start of the regular season

The Chicago Bears have agreed to a new three-year extension with RB D’Andre Swift ahead of the first game of the regular season. The Chicago Bears crossed one last box off the checklist before the start of the regular season, signing running back D’Andre Swift to a long-term extension that keeps him in Chicago through the 2029 season.

Chicago Bears News / HITC / September 11
Chicago Bears make major move to secure key star through 2029 with $33.75 million deal

Chicago Bears make major move to secure key star through 2029 with $33.75 million deal

The Chicago Bears have made a major commitment to running back D’Andre Swift, agreeing to a three-year contract extension that will keep him with the team through 2029.

Ozzy Trapilo News / ChiCitySports / September 11
Chicago Bears’ Ozzy Trapilo inching closer to full injury return

Chicago Bears’ Ozzy Trapilo inching closer to full injury return

Making the Chicago Bears 53-man roster out of training camp was already once feat of strength. But by actually making his full return, left tackle Ozzy Trapilo will have seriously defied the odds.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 11
Chicago Bears sign D’Andre Swift to $33.75 million contract extension

Chicago Bears sign D’Andre Swift to $33.75 million contract extension

When fans and pundits talk about the Chicago Bears offense, the focus has been on quarterback Caleb Williams and the passing game. But Chicago’s rushing attack can’t be underrated, as they finished 2025 ranked third, averaging 144.5 yards per game on the ground.

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / September 11
Bears Extend RB D’Andre Swift to 3-Year Deal

Bears Extend RB D’Andre Swift to 3-Year Deal

The Chicago Bears and RB D’Andre Swift have extended their time together. According to ESPN insider Adam Schefter, the Bears and Swift have agreed to a three-year extension worth $33.75 million.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / September 11
Bears reward D'Andre Swift ahead of Week 1 with three-year extension

Bears reward D'Andre Swift ahead of Week 1 with three-year extension

Just days before the Chicago Bears kick off their season, D’Andre Swift has another reason to be extra motivated for the season opener.

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Rome Odunze News / ChiCitySports / September 11
Chicago Bears’ Rome Odunze questions final injury report

Chicago Bears’ Rome Odunze questions final injury report

The Chicago Bears had good news on Thursday when wide receiver Rome Odunze returned to practice after missing earlier in the week due to a calf injury.

Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 11
Bears Signing RB D’Andre Swift To Three-Year, $33.75M Extension

Bears Signing RB D’Andre Swift To Three-Year, $33.75M Extension

According to Adam Schefter. the Bears and RB D’Andre Swift agreed to terms on a three-year, $33.75 million extension on Friday.  Schefter notes that Swift’s

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / September 11
Bears To Extend RB D’Andre Swift

Bears To Extend RB D’Andre Swift

The Bears and running back D’Andre Swift have agreed to a three-year, $33.75MM contract extension, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. The deal includes $27.5MM in guaranteed money.

Cole Kmet News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 11
Cole Kmet Has Two-Word Goal for the 2026 Bears in Letter to Fans

Cole Kmet Has Two-Word Goal for the 2026 Bears in Letter to Fans

It's hard to find a better story of success within the Chicago Bears than Cole Kmet. After growing up as a die-hard Chicago Bears fan, Kmet was selected by the Bears in Round 2 of the 2020 NFL draft, then signed a four-year, $50 million contract extension in 2023.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / September 11
Rome Odunze gets the yellow light for Sunday and Ben Johnson’s latest comments don’t ease concerns about his injury situation

Rome Odunze gets the yellow light for Sunday and Ben Johnson’s latest comments don’t ease concerns about his injury situation

Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze is still a question mark going into Week 1 after dealing with a foot injury but how much the Bears use him on Sunday will be something to watch.

Zavion Thomas News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 11
Rookie Zavion Thomas Has Different Idea About Fastest Bears Player

Rookie Zavion Thomas Has Different Idea About Fastest Bears Player

Although it's been generally accepted rookie Zavion Thomas is the fastest Bears player based on a 4.28-second 40-yard dash time, he deflected this title to someone else.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / September 11
Bears have one overlooked defender who could quietly make a huge difference against the Panthers in Week 1

Bears have one overlooked defender who could quietly make a huge difference against the Panthers in Week 1

Chicago Bears veteran safety Xavier Woods isn’t getting as much attention compared to other defenders on his team going into Week 1, but he will be playing a critical role against his former team.

Chicago Bears News / Viral Sports News / September 11
Chicago Bears Terminate Contract of 23-Year-Old Defender

Chicago Bears Terminate Contract of 23-Year-Old Defender

The Chicago Bears have terminated the contract of 23-year-old defensive back Marlen Sewell, releasing the Vanderbilt product from the practice squad with an injury settlement, via the NFL transaction log.

Marlen Sewell News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 10

Bears Release S Marlen Sewell With Injury Settlement

Per Brad Biggs, the Bears released S Marlen Sewell from the practice squad with an injury settlement. Sewell, 23, was a three-star recruit and the 196th-ranked cornerback in the 2021 recruiting class out of Birmingham, Alabama.

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / September 8
Bears Name Braxton Jones Starting LT; Ozzy Trapilo Not Ready To Return

Bears Name Braxton Jones Starting LT; Ozzy Trapilo Not Ready To Return

As the Bears prepare for a weekend trip to Carolina to open the season, they are doing so with plans for Braxton Jones to start at left tackle, per ESPN’s Courtney Cronin.

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