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‘The Gold Standard’ — NFL coaches react to the passing of Chicago Bears legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer Mike Ditka

The Chicago Bears lost a legend and an icon on Friday following the announcement that Mike Ditka has died at the age of 86. Here’s what a few NFL head coaches had to say following the news.

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Chicago Bears Great Loved Ben Johnson's 'Psychopath Move Behavior'

Ben Johnson was the ultimate troll at the outset of the Chicago Bears' Week 4 game against the New York Jets, but a Bears great has a different way of describing what Johnson did.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 9

Bears Linked to 35-Year-Old EDGE in Reunion That Would Free Him From the Winless Chargers

Khalil Mack‘s first game with the Chicago Bears came at Lambeau Field in 2018, and he returned an interception for a touchdown and forced a fumble in a game Chicago lost by a point.

Emeka Egbuka News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Rushing TDs by active NFL WRs' quiz

How many of the active NFL wide receivers to rush for a touchdown can you name in seven minutes?

The 'NFL rookie 150-receiving-yard games' quiz

The 'D-Linemen with an NFL TD-catch' quiz

The 'Leading receivers vs. each NFL team' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Mike Ditka News / Larry Brown Sports / October 9

NFL legend Mike Ditka dies at 86

NFL legend Mike Ditka has died at 86, his family announced in a statement. In a statement shared by Walter Payton’s son Jarrett, Ditka’s family confirmed that the former tight end and Chicago Bears head coach had died on Friday.

Mike Ditka News / Yardbarker / October 9

Former Chicago Bears coach Mike Ditka passes away at age 86

Ditka transformed the tight end position prior to becoming the head coach of the Chicago Bears, who were world champions in the 1985 season.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 9

NFL Analyst Says Ben Johnson’s Offense Gets the Love, but Dillon Thieneman Is Fueling the Bears

The Chicago Bears’ offense has been the talk of the lakefront since Ben Johnson arrived, and a 59-point opener did nothing to quiet it. Dillon Thieneman is making the case that the other side of the ball deserves some of that attention, even if Johnson himself has taken to calling it a no-name defense.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / October 9

Bears have found a brutally simple answer to modern NFL defenses, and the right side of the offensive line is at the center of it

The Chicago Bears offense earned high praise on the latest 4th & Football podcast, and the development of the right side of the offensive line says plenty about why Ben Johnson’s rushing attack keeps overwhelming opponents through the first month of the season.

Kyle Monangai News / ChiCitySports / October 9

Kyle Monangai’s injury status takes sudden twist before Bears-Packers battle

While running back Kyle Monangai has yet to practice prior to the Chicago Bears’ Week 5 matchup against the Green Bay Packers, head coach Ben Johnson wasn’t panicking.

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The 'NFL most receiving-1st downs' quiz

The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz

The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz

The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz

Darnell Wright News / Athlon Sports / October 9

Bears' Darnell Wright Should Be Early Favorite for NFL Honors

The Chicago Bears have found a cornerstone on their offensive line in Darnell Wright, whose dominant start to the season has helped keep the offense efficient despite losing quarterback Caleb Williams.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 9

Everything Chicago Bears Have to Fear About Green Bay Packers in Week 5

The Chicago Bears will play their second divisional game of the season when they take on the Green Bay Packers in Lambeau Field in Week 5. The Bears will be hoping this one goes better than the first NFC North matchup against the Minnesota Vikings, when the Bears lost in ugly fashion and saw Caleb Williams get hurt.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 9

3 Make or Break Players for Bears in Week 5 at Packers

The Chicago Bears enter Week 5 with plenty at stake as they travel to Lambeau Field to face the Green Bay Packers. Chicago has started the season 3-1, but a divisional road matchup against Green Bay could have major implications early in the NFC North race.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 9

NFL Analyst Makes Bold 2026 Coach of the Year Case for Bears' Ben Johnson

The Chicago Bears are at 3-1, and head coach Ben Johnson deserves plenty of credit. Chicago has won games with Caleb Williams, Case Keenum and Tyson Bagent under center.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 9

Bears’ Tyson Bagent behind Mitch Trubisky in backup quarterback rankings

Quarterback Tyson Bagent is set to make another start for the Chicago Bears in Week 5. While he’s clearly earned the trust of head coach Ben Johnson, Bagent is still trying to prove himself to the NFL world at large.

Tyson Bagent News / ChiCitySports / October 9

Tyson Bagent will love latest Chicago Bears injury update

With quarterback Caleb Williams still on the shelf, Chicago Bears fans will be watching each injury update like a hawk. But Williams isn’t the only Bear banged up.

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / October 8

Bears Injury Report: Elliott Downgraded to DNP; Jackson, Thuney, Wright Limited vs Packers

The Chicago Bears released their Thursday injury report ahead of Sunday’s Week 5 matchup against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Three players did not practice Thursday: linebacker Keyshaun Elliott (quadricep), who was downgraded from limited Wednesday, running back Kyle Monangai (thumb/toe), and quarterback Caleb Williams (hamstring).

Kyle Monangai News / Pro Football Rumors / October 8

Bears RB Kyle Monangai Dealing With Turf Toe

Bears running back Kyle Monangai could miss time with a turf toe injury, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. A one- to two-week absence may be on tap for the second-year running back, but his outlook as yet to be decided.

Chicago Bears News / Field Level Media / October 8

Bears RB D'Andre Swift limited, Kyle Monangai DNP again

Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift was a limited participant in practice Thursday, one day after sitting out the session due to hip and knee injuries.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 8

3 Bears Whose Roster Spots Could be in Jeopardy With Players Returning From IR

The Chicago Bears a few tough decisions to make over the next two weeks. They opened up the 21-day practice windows for linebacker Noah Sewell and defensive lineman Shemar Turner on September 23.

Caleb Williams News / A to Z Sports / October 8

Latest update on Caleb Williams’ recovery paints a cloudy picture on when the Bears could expect to have the starting QB back on the field

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is continuing to rehab from his Grade 2 hamstring injury but is still considered week-to-week while the Bears are 2-0 without him.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 8

Ideal Defensive Line Trade Acquisition for Bears Is Not an Edge Rusher

As it draws closer to this year's later Nov. 10 trade deadline, the contending Bears will be attached more and more to potential players to acquire. Barring some sort of unforeseen disaster between now and then, they'll be in the playoff hunt and can use help.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 8

Chicago Bears Defensive Report Card One Quarter Into 2026 NFL Season

The Chicago Bears' defense got off to a horrid start to the season after allowing 37 points to the Carolina Panthers in Week 1. However, since then, Dennis Allen's unit has been putting the clamps on opponents, with just 28 points allowed combined throughout the previous three weeks.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 7