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Bears Week 8 Outperformers and Underperformers: Rome Odunze Steps Up, Tyrique Stevenson Falters

The Chicago Bears crushed the Seattle Seahawks on Monday night, but it wasn’t a perfect performance from start to finish. Some players stepped up when Chicago needed them most, while others had a night they’d like to forget.

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2024 Re-Draft Has the Bears Passing on Rome Odunze After Luther Burden III Overtook Him

When an NFL team selects a player with a Top 10 pick in the draft, they expect to get an immediate game-changer. Someone who can dominate at their position for the next decade or more.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / November 3

‘Keep doubting this’: Caleb Williams sends strong message with Rome Odunze

Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears are fresh off a “Monday Night Football” win over the Seattle Seahawks. He connected with his receivers, including Rome Odunze, who had a strong performance.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / November 3

Bears' Good, Not-So-Good: Rome Odunze Breaks Out, Secondary Struggles Again vs. Seahawks

The Chicago Bears needed a big win to keep pace in the NFC North, and they had a tough road assignment to get it. Facing the defending champion on the road isn’t easy.

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The 'Most QB wins in a season' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to win the most games in a single season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Yardbarker / November 3

Odunze credits Simmons for bringing needed 'energy' to Bears

Rome Odunze credits Jeffery Simmons for bringing needed 'energy' to Bears in 'MNF' win over Seahawks

The Bears made an all-in move ahead of the Nov. 10 NFL trade deadline when they acquired All-Pro defensive tackle Simmons.

'MNF' takeaways: Bears stake claim as NFC's best with win over Seahawks

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Jeffery Simmons makes major impact in debut with Bears

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25 NFL players who could get traded at the deadline

The NFL trade deadline is November 10 at 4 p.m. ET, and several teams have already signaled their intent to sell off. Several prominent players have already been moved, and these 25 could follow.

NFL News / SuperWest Sports / November 3

2026 Top Week 8 NFL Performances by Players from West

Another exciting week in the NFL. Players from schools in the West certainly did their part in delivering excitement and production in Week 8. Here are my selections for the week’s best regional performances.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 30

Bears Need Rome Odunze to Have Big Game in Week 8 at Seahawks

When the Chicago Bears kick off Week 8 on Monday night, they will face a second consecutive opponent that played in last year’s Super Bowl. This time, they will take on the defending champion Seahawks.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 28

Mics catch Caleb Williams’ message to Rome Odunze after mistake vs. Patriots

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams has received a lot of praise for his maturity and leadership. He has showcased it throughout last season and this campaign, including last Thursday against the New England Patriots.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 24

Chicago Bears’ Rome Odunze fired up over breakout vs. Patriots

Luther Burden led the Chicago Bears with 130 receiving yards in their 30-24 win over the New England Patriots. Colston Loveland had a team-high seven receptions.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 24

How Rome Odunze Helped Push Bears to Victory in Week 7

When the Chicago Bears selected Rome Odunze ninth overall in the 2024 NFL Draft, the expectation was that they had found a WR1 to pair with quarterback Caleb Williams.

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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 / Athlon Sports / October 23

Rome Odunze, D'Marco Jackson Among 4 Winners and 2 Losers in Bears' Win Over Patriots

Rome Odunze waited three quarters for his turn Thursday night. When the Chicago Bears finally needed him, he delivered on every big down, and his hands were the last ones on the ball in a 30-24 win over the Patriots at Soldier Field.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 22

Fantasy Football Start or Sit Week 7: Roschon Johnson, Rome Odunze, Luther Burden

With the Chicago Bears set to square off with the New England Patriots on Thursday night in Week 7, we have fantasy football start or sit decisions to make with running back Roschon Johnson, and wideouts Luther Burden and Rome Odunze.

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 21

Caleb Williams has 3 words for Bears WR Rome Odunze

Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze’s on-field connection was a big reason for the Chicago Bears’ Week 6 win. The star quarterback had three words for the third-year wide receiver on Instagram on Tuesday.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 18

Fantasy Start-Sit Week 6: D'Andre Swift, Luther Burden, Rome Odunze, Colston Loveland

The Chicago Bears will be getting a huge piece of their offense back in Week 6 and that will hopefully provide a lift for guys like D'Andre Swift, Colston Loveland, Rome Odunze and Luther Burden.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 17

Bears Week 6 injury report vs. Falcons: What Caleb Williams’ return means for Luther Burden III, Rome Odunze

Caleb Williams’ anticipated return gives Luther Burden III and Rome Odunze a more encouraging fantasy outlook against the Atlanta Falcons. Burden enters Week 6 as the safer option in points-per-reception leagues, while Odunze offers upside as a WR3 or flex.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Rome Odunze Says the Bears Feel Caleb Williams' Absence as His Hamstring Return Nears

Rome Odunze hasn’t hidden what the Chicago Bears have been missing. With Caleb Williams practicing in full Thursday and a return possibly days away, the receiver made it clear how much the offense has felt the quarterback’s absence.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 16

Rome Odunze gives Chicago Bears clear Michael Penix Jr. scouting report

Ben Johnson and the Chicago Bears coaching staff remained focused on the week at hand. They are carefully scouting each opponent fervently, figuring out as much as they can about the team opposite them.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 16

3 Key Matchups for Bears in Week 6 at Atlanta

The Chicago Bears will look to bounce back from a disappointing Week 5 loss when they travel to Atlanta to face the Falcons on Sunday. With both teams looking to get back on track, several individual matchups could determine the outcome.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 15

Bears WR Rome Odunze comments on Caleb Williams situation

Caleb Williams has missed the Chicago Bears’ last three games due to a hamstring injury. He hurt himself in the fourth quarter of the Week 2 matchup with the Minnesota Vikings, exiting in the fourth quarter.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 14

NFC Notes: Rome Odunze, Jameson Williams, Bears, Lions, Packers

Bears WR Rome Odunze had a breakout performance and said that he is looking forward to having more opportunities to make an impact. “It felt great,” Odunze said, via Bears Wire.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 14

Rome Odunze comparison to Marvin Harrison Jr. isn’t a pretty picture for Bears

The Chicago Bears fell back to Earth on Sunday with a brutal road loss to the Green Bay Packers. The Bears now sit at 3-2 on the season, although they are expecting to get star quarterback Caleb Williams back for Week 6 on the road vs the Atlanta Falcons.

Chicago Bears News / TWSN / October 12

Is Rome Odunze Trending Toward Bust Conversation?

When the Chicago Bears drafted Rome Odunze 9th overall, the expectation was clear. He was supposed to be a future WR1. He was supposed to be a matchup nightmare.