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Chicago Bears News / Viral Sports News / September 17

Bears Hit With Concerning Running Back News Before Week 2

The Chicago Bears’ two primary running backs remained limited in practice Thursday as the team prepared for its Week 2 meeting with the Minnesota Vikings.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / September 17

Bears seemingly have something planned to get one of their most exciting playmakers more involved against the Vikings

Chicago Bears rookie speedster Zavion Thomas had a quiet regular season debut in Week 1 after an electric preseason finale, and there’s reason to believe things could change to get him more involved, at least on special teams.

Chicago Bears News / The Spun / September 17

Cris Collinsworth Speaks Out On Caleb Williams' Surprising Week 1 PFF Grade

Despite helping the Chicago Bears put up 59 points in their season opener, Caleb Williams didn’t receive a generous Week 1 grade from Pro Football Focus.

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The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to rush for at least 150 yards in a game can you name in five minutes?

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Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / September 17

Bears have a massive question to answer that Caleb Williams and the Ben Johnson offense won’t be able to hide forever

Fans of the Chicago Bears should be extremely excited about the offense. Is the defense, however, good enough for this team to hit its ceiling? The Chicago Bears scored 59 points in Week 1 against the Carolina Panthers.

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.

NFL News / ChiCitySports / September 17

Chicago Bears paying close attention to Vikings’ quarterback situation

The Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings will be a classic strength vs. strength matchup. Chicago’s explosive offense versus Minnesota’s relentless defense.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 17

Bears Coach Jeremy Garrett Highlights Two Issues With Jordan van den Berg's NFL debut

While we saw a pair of Chicago Bears rookies in Dillon Thieneman and Malik Muhammad shine in their respective NFL debuts in the Week 1 contest against the Carolina Panthers, things didn't go smoothly for Jordan van den Berg.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 17

Bears GM Ryan Poles’ ‘boring’ takeaway from Patrick Mahomes’ Caleb Williams advice

The Chicago Bears started the season in dominating fashion. They trounced the Carolina Panthers 59-37 in their season opener. All the while, Caleb Williams will be the face in terms of living up to expectations of an MVP season.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 17

Vikings vs. Bears Final Score Predictions: Experts weigh in on the fascinating battle between Brian Flores and Ben Johnson

This is the second game in the NFC North for the Minnesota Vikings, and both them and the Chicago Bears are 1-0. The second NFC North game of the season is happening in Week 2 as the Minnesota Vikings are set to take on the Chicago Bears.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 17

Vikings' Dallas Turner Admits Bears QB Caleb Williams 'Might Be' NFL's Best at Avoiding Sacks

While the jury is still out on where Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams ranks among the league's best at his position, Minnesota Vikings edge rusher Dallas Turner is ready to say Williams is possibly the best in one specific area.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 17

Ex-Peyton Manning coach hammered Bears coach Ben Johnson for big Caleb Williams mistake

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson received some pointed criticism from longtime NFL coach Clyde Christensen over how he was emphasizing quarterback Caleb Williams’ accuracy during offseason practices.

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.

Tyrique Stevenson News / ChiCitySports / September 17

Could Chicago Bears DB Tyrique Stevenson be benched after poor Week 1 performance?

The Chicago Bears are 1-0 to begin the new season, following an impressive offensive display against the Carolina Panthers. The Bears scored 59 points in their Week 1 victory, the most in franchise history.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 17

Maxx Crosby's strong debut fuels trade chatter

Maxx Crosby looked solid in his Las Vegas Raiders season debut, which has seemingly ramped up trade speculation after the Ravens backed out of a deal for the star pass rusher over medical concerns.

Raiders' Maxx Crosby opens up about Raiders managing his snaps amid trade rumors

Update on Raiders' Maxx Crosby revealed after Rams report

Raiders' approach with Maxx Crosby raises questions about his long-term outlook

Major Week 2 injury update on Raiders' Brock Bowers emerges

The 'NFL's active 50-sack club' quiz

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / September 17

Bears’ Week 1 showing has two defensive backs under the microscope heading into an even tougher test against the Vikings

Chicago Bears cornerbacks Jaylon Johnson and Tyrique Stevenson got exposed against the Carolina Panthers, and now a tougher challenge awaits against Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison.

Kyle Monangai News / ChiCitySports / September 17

D’Andre Swift, Kyle Monangai injuries give Bears another concern ahead of Week 2

As the middle of the work week concludes, we move one day closer to Week 2, where the Chicago Bears will host the Minnesota Vikings at Soldier Field. Both NFC North squads are coming off impressive victories; however, injuries may be the real storyline here.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 17

Everything Chicago Bears Have to Fear About Minnesota Vikings in Week 2

The Chicago Bears will face quite the test in their Week 2 matchup with the Minnesota Vikings. Chicago is coming off a historic performance on offense, but this week should present a tougher challenge because of Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / September 17

Ben Johnson has a message for Chicago Bears fans ahead of this week’s game

In just a few days, the Chicago Bears will host the Minnesota Vikings for a Week 2 matchup that has plenty of storylines. The Bears are coming off an electric, 59-point outburst in their season opener against the Carolina Panthers.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / September 17

Caleb Williams has something to say to Bears fans ahead of home opener

The Chicago Bears are set to play their 2026 season opener on Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings. Their fans are looking forward to seeing them play at Soldier Field, and Caleb Williams sent a message to them ahead of the matchup.

NFL News / Field Level Media / September 16

High-scoring Bears, Vikings prep for early NFC North showdown

The only thing that could stop the Chicago Bears' offense last week was the game clock turning to all zeros. Chicago (1-0) will try to pick up where it left off when it faces the visiting Minnesota Vikings (1-0) on Sunday afternoon.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 16

Bears urged to make blockbuster trade for former No. 5 overall pick

Should the Bears make a move for a former No. 5 pick?

Three things the Bears need to improve on in Week 2

Two-minute drill: Lions-Bills showdown kicks off Week 2, historic Week 1 scoring and more

Grading NFL Week 1 overreactions: Are Giants for real?

Bears move way up in ESPN's NFL power rankings after high-scoring win

The 'Season sack leaders by team' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 16

Grading NFL Week 1 overreactions: Are Giants for real?

NFL Week 1 is a liar, and we always seem to forget that.

Rams' Sean McVay gives big Aaron Donald Week 2 update after Myles Garrett blow

Aaron Donald may not be the difference-maker the Rams need vs. Giants amid 'hope' for Week 2 return

Two-minute drill: Lions-Bills showdown kicks off Week 2, historic Week 1 scoring and more

The '2024 NFL Week 1 starting quarterbacks' quiz

Ben Johnson News / Larry Brown Sports / September 15

Ben Johnson makes candid confession about Bears’ 59-point game

Ben Johnson had his eyes on the prize throughout the Chicago Bears’ Week 1 win over the Carolina Panthers. The Bears put on an offensive clinic against the Panthers in front of a partisan crowd at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C.