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Bears-Packers Thursday Injury Report: Latest Updates and Analysis For Week 5

The Chicago Bears opened Week 5 with a lengthy injury report as they prepare to face the Green Bay Packers. Several key players missed Wednesday’s practice, including quarterback Caleb Williams, running backs Kyle Monangai and D’Andre Swift, and offensive linemen Jonah Jackson, Joe Thuney and Darnell Wright.

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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 / A to Z Sports / October 8

D’Andre Swift isn’t in the doghouse despite soft benching in Week 4 and the Bears will need more from him against Packers

Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift was pulled out of the game in Week 4 after his near-costly turnover but the Bears aren’t expected to punish him moving forward.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 8

Bears get crucial running back injury updates ahead of Packers game

The Chicago Bears are preparing for a huge rivalry game this weekend. Chicago will travel to Lambeau to face Green Bay in Week 5 for a massive NFC North showdown.

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The 'NFL most receiving-1st downs' quiz

How many of the NFL players to record at least 80 first downs as a receiver in a single season can you name in five minutes?

The '5+ 1K-receiving-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz

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Tyson Bagent News / EasySportz / October 8

Tyson Bagent Embraces Heated Packers Rivalry

The tension between the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers is reaching a boiling point. For a while, the rivalry felt a bit flat because Chicago wasn’t winning.

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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.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / October 8

NFL icon says Bears HC Ben Johnson is a ‘psychopath’ after QB decision

The Chicago Bears named Tyson Bagent as their starter in Week 4 versus the New York Jets. However, Case Keenum took the first snap while the former Shepherd Rams star lined up as a wide receiver.

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 / ChiCitySports / October 8

Bears’ Caleb Williams gets encouraging injury update despite Week 5 ruling

The Chicago Bears will once again be without Caleb Williams for their Week 5 matchup against the Green Bay Packers. However, the quarterback is inching closer to his eventual return.

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.

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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.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 8

Bears Have a Mismatch Against Packers They Must Exploit in Week 5

The Chicago Bears enter Week 5 with a clear opportunity to attack one of the Green Bay Packers’ biggest weaknesses. While the Packers have plenty of talent on defense, their struggles against the run could create an ideal matchup for the Bears’ backfield.

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Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / October 8

Bears coach Ben Johnson addresses D’Andre Swift issue

Ben Johnson and the Chicago Bears have won back-to-back games and are 3-1 this season. They achieved it despite playing without Caleb Williams in the last two weeks.

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.

Luther Burden III News / Athlon Sports / October 8

Luther Burden III Makes it Clear What Bears Want To Do To Packers in Week 5

The Chicago Bears are no strangers to their Week 5 opponent. In recent battles, the Bears have had their way with the Packers. Most recently, Chicago rallied for a dramatic fourth-quarter comeback against Green Bay in the 2025 NFL Wild Card round.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 8

Bears Must Keep Eyes on Rumored Giants, Colts Trade Candidates Ahead of Deadline

If there's two positions the Chicago Bears should keep exploring additions for, it's the interior of the defensive line and edge rusher. At edge rusher, the Bears' top trio of Austin Booker, Montez Sweat and Dayo Odeyingbo have been solid, with the three edge rushers combining for seven sacks through four games.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 8

Where Bears Go Next After Admitting to Surprise Over Edge's Retirement

You'll rarely get an admission of being surprised from a team when some personnel move they've made fizzles or completely backfires. It's not something Bears coach Ben Johnson was reluctant to discuss when it came to defensive lineman Marcus Davenport and his sudden retirement after Sunday's win.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 8

Packers’ Matt LaFleur gushes with Tyson Bagent praise before Bears game with no Caleb Williams

The Green Bay Packers will face their most hated rival during Week 5. Green Bay is gearing up to host Chicago on Sunday in a game will have massive ramifications in the NFC North.

Tyson Bagent News / ChiCitySports / October 8

Bears QB Tyson Bagent sends message ahead of Packers game

Tyson Bagent starred under center for the Chicago Bears on Sunday against the New York Jets. He guided the team to a 23-12 win and will once again start in Week 5 versus the Green Bay Packers.

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 7

Packers, Bears renew fight in NFC North

Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson left little to suspense this week where his starting quarterback is concerned. Backup Tyson Bagent will start for the Bears when they visit the Green Bay Packers on Sunday as Caleb Williams misses at least one more game with a hamstring injury.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 7

Jordan Morgan knows how Packers can quiet Ben Johnson, Bears

The Green Bay Packers know there's only one way to deal with the bravado coming from the Chicago Bears and their head coach, Ben Johnson.

Packers HC Matt LaFleur has strong words for Bears ahead of Week 5

Jordan Love draws high praise amid Packers' struggling running game

Bears make a huge leap in ESPN's NFL Power Rankings

Bears player suddenly retires a day after playing his final game

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Dillon Thieneman News / A to Z Sports / October 7

Bears rookie Dillon Thieneman already looks like the draft pick everyone overthought, and Chicago’s defense is better for it

Chicago Bears safety Dillon Thieneman has been all over the field early in his career, and two NFL draft analysts singled him out while revisiting which 2026 picks landed in exactly the right place.

Kyle Monangai News / Athlon Sports / October 7

Which Running Back Should Be the Lead Back for Bears?

The Chicago Bears have two talented running backs capable of making a major impact, but Kyle Monangai may have made the case for a larger role. After a monster performance in Week 4, the second-year running back has emerged as one of the NFL’s most efficient runners and has shown he can handle a significant workload.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / October 6