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5 bold predictions for the Chicago Bears’ offense, including a Top-3 ranking for Colston Loveland and a league-high rushing offense

The Chicago Bears head into the 2026 regular season with an offense that has nuclear potential. Let’s boldly predict how good this unit could actually be this upcoming season and then come back to our predictions after the season.

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Predicting 2026 NFC North Standings: Bears Face a Long Road to a Second Title

The 2026 NFL season is upon us, and the Chicago Bears will play their season opener against the Carolina Panthers in exactly one week. But before we run out of time for preseason predictions, let's project the final standings for the NFC North.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 5

Bears’ Caleb Williams still chasing Drake Maye for 2024 supremacy

Being selected in the same NFL draft class will forever have your careers intertwined, especially at the quarterback position. In the same draft the Chicago Bears selected Caleb Williams at No.1, players like Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels and Bo Nix all heard their name called in the first round.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 5

Examining the Real Edge Bears Have in Opening Season Against Panthers

While everyone fretted over the non-injury to Bears running back D'Andre Swift or an uncertain one to wide receiver Rome Oduzne after Thursday's final practice before game week, the really good news went by virtually undiscussed.

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Austin Booker News / ChiCitySports / September 4

Report: Chicago Bears’ Austin Booker makes practice return amid groin injury

The Chicago Bears have been without pass rusher Austin Booker since mid August due to a groin injury. But as Week 1 looms closer, the pass rusher has finally made his return to practice.

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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.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 4

Biggest Winners and Losers from Bears 2026 Offseason Includes Both Playcallers

The long NFL offseason is finally over, and Chicago Bears football is back. Next Sunday, they'll take on the Carolina Panthers in their regular season opener, a game that the Bears are expected to win.

Colston Loveland News / ChiCitySports / September 4

Bears’ Colston Loveland immediately caught new teammate’s attention

Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland turned plenty of heads during his rookie season. Still, he has his foot on the gas and is trying to take a further step forward in 2026.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 4

6 Bold Predictions For the Chicago Bears 2026 NFL Season

We're now only five days away from the start of the 2026 NFL season. The Chicago Bears (the league's top regression candidates) will be eager to prove their doubters wrong and show that their improbable 2025 campaign was no fluke.

Ray-Ray McCloud News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 4

Bears Release WR Ray-Ray McCloud From Injured Reserve

The Chicago Bears officially cut veteran WR Ray-Ray McCloud from injured reserve with a settlement on Friday, per the NFL Transactions wire. McCloud, 29, is a former sixth-round pick of the Bills back in 2018 out of Clemson.

Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 4

Caleb Williams Names Chicago Bears Teammate 'Who Never Shuts Up'

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was on "Hot Ones" recently and was asked an interesting question about his teammates. The host, Sean Evans, asked Williams to name a teammate "who never shuts up, even in the huddle." It took Williams no time to come up with his answer: wide receiver Jahdae Walker.

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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.

Clark Phillips News / TWSN / September 4

Clark Phillips Will Prove the Chicago Bears Won The Trade

When the Chicago Bears went on to acquire Clark Phillips III in a trade with the Atlanta Falcons, as they shipped Gervon Dexter to Atlanta, it might seem like just a numbers game thing on the surface to make the trade work.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 4

One major concern that could derail the Chicago Bears season

Every NFL team has high aspirations coming into the new season. Whether it is competing for a Super Bowl, making the playoffs, or developing young talent, there’s always a storyline.

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 4

Why the Bears Can Feel More Confident in Roschon Johnson for Opener

Last year Roschon Johnson seemed invisible after he had carved out a bit of a niche for himself in the Bears' offense over his first two years when Matt Eberflus was head coach.

Dillon Thieneman News / The Lead / September 4

Dillon Thieneman Has More Pressure on Him Than Expected

When the Chicago Bears selected Dillon Thieneman with the 25th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, there was already going to be pressure. First-round picks are expected to contribute, and Thieneman was viewed as a player talented enough to compete for a starting role immediately.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 4

Bears TE Colston Loveland comments on Ben Johnson’s behavior

Colston Loveland has a lot of respect for Ben Johnson. The second-year tight end has seen how intense he is during practices and games, taking his job seriously.

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / September 4

Bears Restructure Contracts Of Joe Thuney, Dayo Odeyingbo, T.J. Edwards

A number of teams found themselves in need of moves to create immediate cap space leading up to the start of the season. The Bears were among them, and a set of restructures has been executed.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 4

Bears create $17 million in cap space with 3 contract tweaks

The Chicago Bears are almost a week away from opening their season against the Carolina Panthers, and many are expecting a big year from the team. As for general manager Ryan Poles, his plan is to build a complete team, and that never stops, which is maybe why he restructured the contracts of several players this late in the offseason.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / September 4

Bears make three significant moves before the 2026 season but Chicago is not gearing up for what fans might be expecting

The Chicago Bears freed roughly $17 million in cap space with three contract restructures, but general manager Ryan Poles isn’t gearing up for some kind of big splash just because he made these contract moves.

Caleb Williams News / HITC / September 4

Bears star Caleb Williams ends an unpleasant rumor about city of Chicago

Chicago Bears star Caleb Williams speaks out a common misconception about the city. Ahead of Year 3 in the NFL, Caleb Williams has quickly become a crowd favorite for fans of the Chicago Bears.

Chicago Bears News / Viral Sports News / September 3

Chicago Bears Receive Major Update on Injured Running Back

Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift left Thursday’s practice session earlier than planned after appearing to deal with an issue late in the workout.

Chicago Bears News / Field Level Media / September 3

Reports: Bears RB D'Andre Swift, WR Rome Odunze injured at practice

Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift and wide receiver Rome Odunze made early exits from practice on Thursday due to apparent injuries, according to multiple reports.

Rome Odunze News / TWSN / September 3

Chicago Bears' Offense Dodges Major Setback Before Week 1

The Chicago Bears ended up having a scare during Thursday’s practice as Rome Odunze left early with a leg injury. Thankfully, later on, it was reported that Odunze is believed to be “all good” after being evaluated.