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Adam W. Hartog

Adam is a native Long Islander and a graduate of Boston University, where he majored in finance. He is an avid fan of the Chicago Bears, NY Rangers, NY Yankees, NY Knicks, Chelsea FC, and the USMNT. He has a long list of college football stadiums he hopes to see one day and a German Shepherd named Kai. 

Comparing Chicago's Chase Claypool trade with other recent major WR deals

Before the trade deadline, the Bears (3-11) dealt their 2023 second-round pick to the Steelers for receiver Chase Claypool, a three-year veteran. So far, the deal looks dismal for Chicago, whose second-round pick sent to Pittsburgh will be high in the 2023 NFL Draft.

How the 2022 NFL Draft class for the Bears has performed

The Bears have received mixed results from the 11 players in their 2022 NFL Draft class. Here's a breakdown.

Two SEC stars who would upgrade Bears defense in 2023 NFL Draft

The Bears appear on their way to a top five draft pick. Here are two players who could provide an immediate upgrade to the team's defense. 

Former first-rounder's debut gives Bears hope for weak offensive line

The former first-round pick has an opportunity to seize a starting spot on the offensive line.

Why Bears fans should be excited about Justin Fields

In a 28-19 loss, Fields went 20-for-25 for 254 yards.

CFB conference championship weekend filled with potential future Bears

The Bears are 3-9 and last in the NFC standings. They are projected to have one of the top picks in the 2023 NFL Draft. With college football conference championship games this weekend, fans have an opportunity to see players that the Bears will target in the draft.

Bears' weak defensive foundation should get fortified in draft

Bears head coach Matt Eberflus believes his defense has a solid foundation, but the unit continues to struggle. The good news is Chicago probably will have top five pick in the 2023 NFL Draft and its choice of defensive difference-makers.

Early returns on Chase Claypool trade look dismal for Bears

The high price the Bears paid for low-producing WR Chase Claypool begs the question: Did the Steelers fleece Chicago? In early November, the Bears traded a second-round pick to Pittsburgh for the third-year wideout.

Bears' injury concerns could shift team priorities

The Bears suffered more than a loss in the standings Sunday as two key players went down for a team already missing its starting quarterback.

Bears QB Justin Fields day-to-day with shoulder injury

Bears QB Justin Fields shed more light on his injury Wednesday, including a key factor that will influence whether he tries to play on Sunday.

QB Justin Fields, Bears seem to be building a winning culture

The Bears are 3-8, but they apparently are developing a winning culture in the locker room, starting with second-year quarterback Justin Fields. On Tuesday, Sports Illustrated senior NFL reporter Albert Breer tweeted about Fields’ postgame address to the team following the loss to Atlanta on Sunday.

Jaquan Brisker says Justin Fields is officiated differently than other QBs in the NFL

Bears fans have long felt that Justin Fields is not protected by NFL referees to the same degree that other quarterbacks are. Those feelings are now (publicly) shared by those in the Bears locker room.

Coaches explain what's next for new Bears WR Chase Claypool

The faster Claypool adjusts to the team’s offense and develops chemistry with QB Justin Fields, the more likely it is that the Bears offense will make a significant jump.

Bears rookie RB Trestan Ebner could get increased role

With strong showings, Ebner can solidify his spot on the roster this season and beyond.

Chase Claypool-Justin Fields connection needs time to mesh

While he's new to the team, Claypool hasn't done much of anything in two games with the Bears.

Justin Fields has turned the corner for the Bears

Justin Fields' recent performances give Bears fans hope that the team finally has another franchise QB.